PDA Alternative Microbiological Methods Workshop 2024

Washington, DC
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Traditional microbiological test methods may not meet the turnaround time required to release the critical therapies needed by patients based on the rise in novel and compounded therapies.

The EU GMP Annex 1 revision and the recently proposed USP Pharmacopeial Forum draft chapters stress the importance of incorporating alternative microbiological methods in process/facility monitoring and release test methods.

Learn how to successfully navigate the evaluation and adoption of rapid and alternative microbiological methods at the hands-on PDA Alternative Microbiological Methods Workshop 2024!

  • Our experts will guide you through selecting a test method, implementing the testing platform, and preparing appropriate data packages and methods validation summaries for regulatory submission.
  • Hear in-depth presentations featuring solutions to challenges during method selection, considerations for cell and gene therapies and short shelf-life products, and best practices for validation.
  • Be inspired by case studies highlighting real-life implementation success stories.

Don’t miss out on small group work sessions providing additional takeaways related to cost, overcoming challenges, and the benefits of nontraditional microbiology test methods!

PROGRAM PLANNING COMMITTEE

  • Marc Glogovsky, ValSource, Inc. (Chair)
  • Christopher Murdock, Eli Lilly and Company
  • Olivia Venhuizen, Amgen Inc.
  • Erin Wall, U.S. FDA
  • Kevin Wright, Procter & Gamble Company

Early Registration

Register by 14 August 2024

Member Price

$1,595

GovernmentMember Only

$895

Health AuthorityMember Only

$895

Early Career ProfessionalMember Only

$1,395

StudentMember Only

$595

AcademicMember Only

$895

Non-Member

$1,995

Standard Registration

Register after 14 August 2024

Member Price

$2,095

GovernmentMember Only

$995

Health AuthorityMember Only

$995

Early Career ProfessionalMember Only

$1,495

StudentMember Only

$695

AcademicMember Only

$995

Non-Member

$2,395

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.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: PDA will send you a confirmation letter within one week of payment being received. You must have this confirmation letter to be considered enrolled in a PDA event. If you have submitted a purchase order or requested an invoice, please be advised that a credit card guarantee is needed. PDA reserves the right to modify the material or speakers/trainers without notice or to cancel an event. If an event is cancelled, registrants will be notified by PDA immediately and will receive a credit (registration fee paid). PDA will not be responsible for any costs incurred by registrants due to cancellation. Please note that the attendee list is shared with attendees, trainers, and exhibitors and may be used to follow up on specific areas of interest after the event. Video, photo, and audio recordings are prohibited at all PDA events.

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].

PLEASE READ  PDA is not affiliated or contracted with any outside hotel contracting company. If someone other than PDA or the PDA chosen hotel contacts you suggesting that they represent any PDA event, they do not. It is PDA's recommendation that you book your hotel directly through the official PDA chosen hotel that is listed on our web site.

Individual reservations cancelled within seventy-two (72) hours prior to arrival will forfeit one night’s room deposit. Individuals will be responsible for payment of their own cancellation fees.

Located near many of DC’s most famous landmarks and museums, the Grand Hyatt Washington places you only steps from all the action. Immerse yourself in the iconic sights, unlimited shopping, and alluring nightlife of the nation's capital. At the Grand Hyatt Washington, you'll enjoy exceptional comfort and service and a direct connection to the city via the Metro Center station.

Additional Hotel Information

  • Rate: $335 + taxes/fees
  • Room Block Opens: Monday, 10 June 2024
  • Cut-Off Date: Friday, 06 September 2024
How to Get Here
By Air The Grand Hyatt Washington is accessible from three major airports: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA - approx. 4 miles/6 km), the Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD - approx. 25 miles/40 km), and the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI - approx. 32 miles/51 km).
By Car The Grand Hyatt Washington is located at 1000 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001. Both self-parking ($12-45/day) and valet parking ($34-65/day) are available.
By Other Options The Grand Hyatt Washington is easily accessible from the Metro Center Metro stop (Blue, Orange, Red, and Silver Lines - Grand Hyatt/Hotel exit).