Fundamentals of Aseptic Processing for ATMPs Training Course (PDA 294)

Building Aseptic Confidence in the Fast-Evolving World of ATMPs

08 - 09 Apr 2026
Bethesda, MD

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Please note that this event has hands-on lab activities. Please wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

OVERVIEW

This immersive training course provides foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in aseptic processing tailored specifically for the unique challenges of cell and gene therapy (CGT) manufacturing. Participants will explore the principles, practices, and regulatory expectations that underpin sterile production environments, with a focus on the complexities introduced by living therapies and personalized medicine.

Through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and interactive labs, attendees will gain practical skills in gowning, environmental monitoring, contamination control, and aseptic manipulations within ISO 5/Grade A environments in the production process of ATMPs.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this event, the attendee will be able to:

  1. Understand effective environmental monitoring programs.
  2. Design workflow setup.
  3. Perform aseptic operations including gowning, filtration, cell culture techniques, and cleanroom behaviors in simulated environments.
  4. Evaluate aseptic processing procedures and identify areas for improvement.
  5. Assess contamination risks using airflow visualization and risk-based thinking.
  6. Analyze cleanroom production  operations to ensure proper interventions and aseptic techniques.
  7. Apply microbiological principles to aseptic processing and contamination control.
  8. Demonstrate proficiency in cleaning and disinfection strategies and techniques using validated methods.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is ideal for:

  • Manufacturing and operations personnel in CGT facilities
  • Quality assurance and quality control professionals
  • Process development scientists and engineers
  • Regulatory affairs specialists
  • Anyone new to aseptic processing or transitioning into CGT manufacturing

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Location and Travel

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Accommodations

The following hotels are located near the event location:

Hilton Garden Inn
7301 Waverly Street
Bethesda, MD 20814

Hyatt Regency Bethesda
One Bethesda Metro Center
Bethesda, MD 20814

Residence Inn Marriott Bethesda Downtown
7335 Wisconsin Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814

How to Get Here
By Air The following airports are near the event location: Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), and Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
By Car There is a parking garage located at the event location. The fee is $13/day. Please take your car with you once the event has ended. After 18:00 hours, you will not be able to access the building or parking garage from the outside.
By Other Options Metro: Ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location. Amtrak: Ride Amtrak and depart at Union Station. From Union Station, ride the Red Line of the Metro and depart at Bethesda station. It is a 5-minute walk from Bethesda station to the event location.

Registration

Pricing Options

Early Registration

Register by 22 February 2026

Member Price

$1,799

GovernmentMember Only

$1,399

Health AuthorityMember Only

$1,399

AcademicMember Only

$1,399

Non-Member

$2,159

Standard Registration

Register after 22 February 2026

Member Price

$1,999

GovernmentMember Only

$1,399

Health AuthorityMember Only

$1,399

AcademicMember Only

$1,399

Non-Member

$2,399

See Qualifying Criteria for Member Types.

GROUP REGISTRATION DISCOUNT: Register 3 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the event and receive the 4th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.

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CANCELLATION: If a cancellation request is received 30 days before the event, a credit (registration fee paid minus a 200.00 USD/EUR processing fee) will be given. No credits will be given for cancellation requests received less than 30 days before the event. Cancellation requests must be emailed to [email protected].

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