Hands-on Lab Training

Immersive, instructor-guided hands-on lab training focused on real-world CGT workflows.

3.5-Day Training

February 23–26, 2026

Deadline: January 23, 2026

Hosted at:

10421 Wateridge Circle
Suites 150 & 250
San Diego, California 92121
USA

Hands-on Methods and Analytical Processes for Cell and Gene Therapy Bioprocessing

Master the critical skills needed to drive advancement in cell and gene therapy with this 3.5-day intensive, hands-on lab training. You'll build expertise in establishing robust translational processes, applying industry-leading standards, and mastering essential analytical workflows. Gain hands-on practical experience working with immune and stem cells, perform high-efficiency transfections, and optimize downstream analytical methods to ensure product quality and consistency. This course equips you with the knowledge and technical competencies to accelerate innovations and meet the demands of the rapidly evolving cell and gene therapy industry.

Based on Past Participant Survey Results

90%

Said their training needs were met

90%

Would recommend the course to a colleague

88%

Rated the overall experience as valuable

Focus on translational services and biomanufacturing:

Bioprocessing equipment evaluation and compatibility
Gene editing and characterization of modified cells
Introduction to flow cytometry and data analysis
Assay development with consideration of ISO-Standards and ICH-Q2(R2) Guidance

Rates (USD)

Category	ISCT Member	Non-Member
Academia	$5,230	$6,000
Industry	$5,500
Start-Up	$5,400
15% Group Registration Discount available for 5+ Members / Non-Members from the same institution.

Group Registration Discount:

Receive 15% off when registering 5+ ISCT Members / Non-Members from the same company / institution.
Contact ISCT at workforcedevelopment@isctglobal.org to obtain the discounted Group Registration Rate.

Cancellation Policy: Registration cancellation must be made by email to workforcedevelopment@isctglobal.org at least twenty (20) business days before the course start date. A 10% administrative fee is applied to all cancellations. Registration fee is non-refundable if it is cancelled within twenty (20) business days of the course start date.

ISCT reserves the right to cancel the course if we do not receive a minimum number of registrations twenty (20) business days in advance of the start date. Should the course be cancelled, your payment will be refunded in full. We recommend that you purchase travel insurance with your flights to cover the possibility of the course being cancelled.

Designed For

Laboratory professionals, process development associates, and research scientists looking to standardize and optimize bioprocessing methods, or those who have completed the Hands-on Laboratory Bootcamp for Cell Therapy Biomanufacturing.

Cell Therapy Process Development: Understand key factors for designing cell therapy processes suitable for GMP translation.
Emerging Technologies: Evaluate and integrate new technologies and equipment for CGT advancement.
Standardized Methods & Assays: Apply consistent methodologies for establishing assays and foundational CGT workflows.
Immune & Stem-Cell Frameworks: Implement standardized processes for immune- and stem-cell–based therapies.
Gene Modification Techniques: Gain hands-on experience modifying primary and stem cells.
Artificial Intelligence in CGT: Understand how AI supports and enhances CGT processing and analysis.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

None

The Resource Hub provides supporting materials to help reinforce learning before, during, and after the course.

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Ashley Krull

Associate Director, Cell Therapy M&E
OSU James Cancer Hospital

“The practical components of CGT biomanufacturing can seem easy to perform but are incredibly difficult to understand without special instruction. I am thrilled that course participants will get hands-on experience designing, performing, and analyzing some of the most difficult and crucial release tests in the CGT field. You will have deep knowledge of analytical methods in CGT manufacturing and an appreciation for how to properly interpret results.”

Yvette Tanhehco

Medical Director, Cellular Therapy Lab
Columbia University Irving Medical Center

“I was very excited to help design a course that will teach learners some basic elements of cell and gene therapy (CGT) product manufacturing. Understanding how to develop CGT manufacturing processes that utilize current good manufacturing practices is essential to working in this field and will open more doors for those who wish to grow their careers in this direction.”

UPON COMPLETION, YOU WILL RECEIVE:

24 CMLE Credits
A course booklet containing essential materials
CMLE Certificate upon successful completion

ACCREDITED BY:

24 CMLE Hours

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