KOREA LIFE SCIENCE WEEK 2023, where you can grasp the latest research and development technologies and trends in the field of life sciences in South Korea, is taking place from Nov 14 to the 16 at Hall B(1F), COEX in Seoul.

In particular, this exhibition, aiming to expand the value chain of the life sciences market and promote technological innovation and industrial development as a key platform, has extended its duration from the initially planned 2 days to 3 days.

Furthermore, in an effort to expand the largest research equipment exhibition in Korea, KOREA LAB, held in the first half of the year at KINTEX, a new event called KOREA LAB Autumn (Korea Int’l Laboratory, Analytical Equipment and Biotechnology Exhibition) will be launched at COEX in the second half of the year, and it will be held concurrently. This event is set to introduce trends in manufacturing development in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical fields, as well as cutting-edge experimental, diagnostic, and analytical equipment in the life sciences field, all in one place.

This event, designed to examine the latest research and development products and technologies in the life sciences and biotech health industries in one place, is organized to foster business cooperation and strengthening between consumers and suppliers. The event includes ▲ B2B exhibitions / ▲ conferences and forums / ▲ IR investments / ▲ new product and technology presentations / ▲ exhibitor – buyer 1:1 B2B meeting / ▲ biz-partnering /  ▲ global networking receptions, and more.

A B2B exhibition featuring over 130 domestic and international companies

This event, located on the Hall B(1F), COEX, includes companies from various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, biopharmaceuticals, advanced regenerative medicine, CRO, CMO/CDMO, biotech, medical devices, and integrated technology. It also features international pavilions, startup company pavilions, and specialised pavilions for life science research and experimental analysis equipment.

This year, around 130 domestic and international companies, organisations, and startup companies have set up exhibition booths to showcase their latest products and technologies. They will have the opportunity to engage with demand in the biohealth sector, consult, form partnerships, and engage in collaborations.

In particular, the Embassy of Belgium and Flanders Investment & Trade, along with five Belgian companies in the field of biotechnology and biopharmaceuticals, including atoms & art, DICE CRO, Europlasma, Guilver Biomed, and POM Limburg, will participate through a national pavilion.

Biz-Partnering & Exhibitor-Buyer1:1 B2B Meeting

To foster open innovation demand in the domestic and international biohealth industry and facilitate the establishment of collaborative relationships between buyers and suppliers, the organizers have developed an online partnering system, which is integrated into the official website.

Domestic and international attendees can use this system to apply for partnering consultations related to participation in the exhibition with participating companies, including joint research, licensing, marketing partnerships, technology transfers, joint ventures, investment attraction, and production partnerships. Matched meetings can then be conducted at the on-site Business Partnering booths during the exhibition period.

Key Conferences and Side Events

During the exhibition, the Korea Drug Research Association (KDRA) will host various on-site seminars in the exhibition hall. On Nov. 14, there will be a Pharmaceutical and Biotech Statistics Forum & Innovation Policy Forum, and on Nov. 16, a Promising Bio venture startup Investment Forum, as well as an IR from Research and Development-oriented Superior Pharmaceutical for Bio Company.

Council for Advanced Regenerative Medicine (CARM) and the show organizer, Kyungyon Exhibition Corp., will hold the "4th Advanced Regenerative Medicine Development Strategy Forum" on Nov 15 under the theme "Innovation in the Bio Industry Opening a New Era: Advanced Regenerative Medicine." This forum, being held for the fourth time this year, will cover topics such as the legal understanding of advanced biopharmaceuticals, practical applications of advanced regenerative medicine clinical trials, exosome therapy current and future, and CAR Technology: The era of CAR-immune cell therapy.

Additionally, during the same period, there will be various side events for the industry, including new technology & product presentations by exhibitors, a Bio Innovation Company Poster Zone, Exhibitor-Buer 1:1 B2B Meeting, biz-partnering, and a global networking reception. For detailed schedules and programs, you can visit the official exhibition website at www.lifescienceweek.com.

This exhibition will take place from Nov. 14 to Nov. 16, operating from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. You can also find the list of exhibitors, exhibited items, conference and forum schedules, IR programmes, and register for free admission through the official website.