Pathways to Progress: Enhancing Drug Discovery and Development in Melbourne

Great science alone doesn’t bring discoveries to market. It takes industry know-how, collaboration, and the right support.
Jumar Bioincubator and BioCurate have joined forces to host this full-day symposium, bringing together Melbourne's brightest biotech minds to drive the future of innovation.

This is more than just an event, it’s a powerful opportunity for professional development. Gain the expertise to navigate the drug discovery and development pipeline, from early-stage research to clinical translation and regulatory approval.

Through expert-led presentations, panel discussions, and networking, you'll:

Learn how to translate research into real-world impact
Upskill in tech transfer and commercialisation
Understand what pharma industry wants to see in your innovative product to bring it to market
Learn pitfalls and successful strategies from academic spin-outs
Connect with researchers, startups, and industry leaders

Session Themes

- From Bench to Bedside, navigating the Drug Development Ecosystem

- Translational Development Plan: from Target Identification to Preclinical Development

- Drug Development and Path to Market: CMC, Clinical and Regulatory pathways, followed by industry-expert panel

- Commercialisation Strategies, followed by Investor panel

- Lessons learned from Academic Spin-Out companies

- Fireside Chat with Nina Webster

Combining academic brilliance with entrepreneurial success to achieve breakthrough in life sciences and bring a drug on the market

Event details:

Date: Thursday 15 May
Time (AEDT):
8:30 am – 9:00 am: Guest arrival and registration
9:00 am – 9:15 am: Opening remarks
9:15 am – 5:00 pm: Symposium
5:15 pm – 6:00 pm: Fireside chat with Nina Webster
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm: Networking, drinks