ISCT–ACTRIS 2-Day GMP Laboratory Bootcamp: Hands-On Training in Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing

In-person Hands-on Training
Immersive GMP laboratory training with 1:1 coaching.

2-Day Training
Monday, August 31 – Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Hosted as a pre-conference training for the ISCT Asia 2026 Regional Meeting.
Deadline: July 31, 2026

ISCT–ACTRIS 2-Day GMP Laboratory Bootcamp: Hands-On Training in Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing

Join the inaugural ISCT–ACTRIS 2-Day 2026 ISCT Singapore Regional Meeting pre-conference GMP laboratory training at Advanced Cell Therapy and Research Institute, Singapore (ACTRIS) for an immersive, expert-guided hands-on laboratory training on CAR-T point-of-care manufacturing to enable patients’ access. Gain 1:1 coaching and practical lab training using automated, closed-system workflows from start to finish.

Master batch record documentation, protocol-driven operations, and regulatory best practices — and walk away with the skills to apply GMP principles directly in clinical manufacturing.

Special bundle pricing for this course is available with ISCT Asia 2026 Regional Meeting registration.

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Based on past participants who attended the same Training Program
at the ISCT 2025 New Orleans Annual Meeting
90%
Said their training needs were met
90%
Would recommend the course to a colleague
85%
Felt there was sufficient time for lab practice

  • Gain theoretical grounding in CAR-T workflows, regulatory considerations, and characterization.
  • Acquire practical skills across three major CAR-T manufacturing platforms.
  • Learn to complete GMP-compliant batch records.
  • Receive protocol packages (Prodigy, Xuri, Cocoon).
  • Earn an ISCT–ACTRIS Certificate of Completion.
  • Understand GMP & Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
  • Gain theoretical and hands-on practice with cell manufacturing workflows.
  • Perform hands-on cell culture initiation, expansion, product characterization, and safety testing.
  • Gain knowledge in completing GMP-compliant batch records.
Designed For
  • Manufacturing professionals, process development and assay development experts, and bench technologists working in cell and gene therapy environments.
  • Translational researchers bridging preclinical development into clinical manufacturing applications.
  • Clinician-scientists preparing to establish, support, or expand hospital-based CAR-T programs.
  • Early-stage professionals seeking guided, practical exposure to GMP laboratory operations.
PRICE (USD)
Training Course Only ISCT Members Non-Members
Academia $1,888.00 $3,000.00
Industry $2,333.00 $3,000.00

Note: If you do not see the correct rates during registration, please email us at workforcedevelopment@isctglobal.org.

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
  • None
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
  • Experience with cell culture and aseptic techniques
  • Basic understanding of cell therapy biomanufacturing workflow and cGMP regulations
  • Foundational knowledge of quality control and testing in cell therapy development
UPON COMPLETION, YOU WILL RECEIVE:
  • Certificate of Course Completion from ISCT

Note: Completing all training modules and passing the quizzes is mandatory to receive a course completion certificate.

What Past Participants Are Saying

“Very impressed by the knowledge of the instructors. Most beneficial was talking and asking questions with them to get deeper insights.”

Elizabeth

“Instructors took time to explain the procedures. Did not rush the processes and answered all questions.”

Murali

“Well paced, very knowledgeable team, good insights on equipment strengths and limitations; diversity of experience is very good and the virtual talks from people working in regulatory and clinical space were very helpful.”

Paige
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Title Sponsor

Miltenyi Biotec

Lunch & Learn Sponsors

BioLife Solutions

Reagent Support

BioLife Solutions

Planning Committee

Alexey Bersenev
Sudipto Bari, PhD, MBA
Head & Assistant Director, Advanced Cell Therapy and Research Institute
National Cancer Centre of Singapore
Singapore
Alexey Bersenev
Shin Kawamata, MD, PhD
CEO, Cyto-Facto
Japan
Alexey Bersenev
William Hwang, MBBS, MMed, FRCP, FAMS
National Cancer Center, SingHealth
Singapore

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