Scientia Senior Lecturer
School of Materials Science and Engineering
University of New South Wales, Australia
Join Our YSC Events(session times subject to change) |
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Monday, July 6, 2026
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| 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM |
Communicating your science effectively can open doors, from securing funding to advancing your research career and impact. Whether you are just starting your PhD or already leading projects, the ability to clearly present your ideas to reviewers is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. Join Professional Development Workshop (I) and hear from a journal editor, senior reviewer, and early-career researcher on structuring ideas for funding and navigating peer review. |
| 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM | YSC Professional Development Workshop IIBuilding a successful career in science goes beyond publishing papers. This dynamic workshop brings together leaders from academia, industry, and regulatory agencies to share real-world insights on translational science and regulatory pathways. Through an inspiring keynote and interactive discussions, participants will explore how research moves from bench to real-world impact, including perspectives on development, regulation, collaboration, and career opportunities across sectors. Designed for MSc and PhD students, postdocs, and early-career scientists, this session empowers the next generation to build impactful careers in translational and regulatory science.Room: Auditorium 5 Chairs: Bryan W. Debiasi, PhD, University of São Paulo Flávia Alves França, PhD, Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) Speakers: Stijn Hofstraat, PhD, Nanoworx Ana Jaklenec, PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Anand Subramony, PhD, Eli Lilly |
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 |
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| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | YSC Chat with Industry Foresight Council (IFC)Hosted by the Young Scientist Committee (YSC)and Industry Foresight Council (IFC) of the Controlled Release Society, this year’s Reverse Round Table continues its mission to reshape conversations between academia and industry, creating a space where early-career researchers lead the discussion and industry experts engage in open, candid exchange. By prioritizing curiosity, transparency, and shared learning, the session encourages meaningful conversations about expectations, innovation, and career development across sectors. Whether you are an emerging scientist exploring future pathways or an industry professional interested in fresh academic perspectives and new collaborations, this event offers an engaging forum to connect, learn from one another, and strengthen the ties that drive our field forward.Room: Auditorium 5 Chair: Melitini Koutsoviti, PhD Candidate, Novo Nordisk Halozyme Intoduction David Kang, PhD, Halozyme Speakers: David Kang, PhD, Halozyme Stephanie Barrett, PhD, MSD (Merck & Co., Inc.) Javier Munoz, PhD, F. Hoffman - La Roche Beate Bittner, PhD, F. Hoffman - La Roche Sanya Puri, PhD, Novo Nordisk Sponsored by:  |
| 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM | YSC/FG Networking EventWould you like to meet new people and expand your networking? Join us for a fun-filled evening at our exciting YSC/Focus Groups Networking event. This event will provide you with an amazing opportunity to network with like-minded peers and other luminaries and researchers from around the world. Don’t miss our exciting, fun ice-breaker activities that will help you foster lifetime connections, collaborations and memories.Room: Exhibit Hall - Pavillion 2 Chair: Amy Logan, PhD, Children’s Cancer Institute |
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The Meet-Up Station is a dedicated physical space designed by the Young Scientist Committee (YSC) to bring together CRS early career scientists. It is organized by the YSC in collaboration with early career scientists from the local chapters. The main goals of the Meet-Up Station are to foster connections among early career scientists by providing a space for sharing experiences, exchanging ideas, and informal networking. Additionally, it aims to promote YSC and LC initiatives aimed at early career scientists, including mentoring programs, professional development workshops, scientific workshops, webinars, and networking events. Furthermore, it aims to facilitate collaboration between Early Career Scientist Committees to enhance collective efforts and opportunities. |
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 |
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| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | YSC Mentorship Event: Mentorship in TransitionCurious about new career paths or have questions about your professional journey? Join this interactive session to gain insights, connect with mentors, and explore future opportunities.Room: Auditorium 5 Chair: Maria J Silveira, PhD, University of Porto Speakers: Chiara Bastianchich, PhD, Aix-Marseille University Abraham M. Abraham, PhD, Queen’s University Belfast Vincent Jannin, PhD, Capsugel France SAS / Lonza Filipe Almeida, PhD, Nature Biomedical Engineering |
| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | YSC Meet & Greet with a LuminaryThis year’s Meet and Greet with a Luminary will spotlight the recipient of the 2026 CRS Exceptional Leadership Award. If you would like to learn more about an academic leader in the field, including his/her challenges, opportunities, and the insights that shaped his/her journey, don’t miss this opportunity to connect, engage, and gain valuable perspectives to guide your own path.Room: Auditorium 5 Chairs: Maria J Silveira, PhD, University of Porto Tushar Kumeria, PhD,UNSW-Sydney CRS Exceptional Leadership Award: Ana Melero, PhD, University of Valencia |
Thursday, July 9, 2026 |
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| 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | YSC Chats with LuminariesNeed inspiration and guidance from role models in the field of drug delivery! Join us for speed dating with luminaries over a morning coffee or tea! The Young Scientist Committee is hosting this event to offer a unique opportunity for early career researchers to interact in person with world renowned drug delivery figures and have the chance to learn more about their experiences. This format allows participants to interact closely with each expert, ask questions, and gain insights from a range of perspectives on careers, challenges, and advancements in drug delivery.Room: Auditorium 5 Chairs: Anne Rodallec, PhD, University of Aix-Marseille Speakers: Helder Santos, PhD, University of Groningen Choon Fu Goh, PhD, Universiti Sains Malaysia Eliana Lima, PhD, Universidade Federal de Goiás Paula Hammond, PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Ben Boyd, PhD, Monash University |
| 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM | YSC Careers in Industry Round TableJoin us for an insightful Panel discussion focused on transitioning from academia to industry. This panel discussion features young industry representatives, who recently transitioned from academia (PhD) to industry, and who will share their experiences and insights in industry career pathways and the transition process. We will dive into essential topics like identifying soft skills beneficial for industry roles, the advantages and disadvantages of industry over academia, and effective job search strategies. Engage in a vibrant discussion, ask questions, and connect with peers and experts. Don’t miss this opportunity to chart your career path!Room: Auditorium 5 Chairs: Melitini Koutsoviti, PhD Candidate, Novo Nordisk Quim Peña, PhD, RWTH Aachen University Hospital Antoni Torres, PhD, MIT Catalyst Europe AstraZeneca Introduction: Marianna Yanez Arteta, PhD, AstraZeneca Speakers: Anna-Maria Makri-Pistikou, PhD, Nanoworx B.V. Mireya Borrajo, PhD, Eli Lilly Alex Lyness, MSc, PhD, CEng, SHL Medical Jill Steinbach, MSE, PhD, Boehringer Ingelheim Sponsored by:   |
| 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | YSC Scientific WorkshopJoin us for Six talks from young scientists around the world! The submitted abstract for the annual meeting were selected to be given a chance to give their oral and poster presentation during the event. These abstracts will be evaluated and scored, the top six young scientists are invited to give a short oral presentation (5 Mins each followed by Q/A session) and poster presentation that will be judged live during this session. Awards will be given to the top two presentations one will be based on Audience poll while the other one will be based on scoring from the Invited Judges.Room: Auditorium 5 Chairs: Rahaf Mihyar, PhD, RWTH Aachen University Hospital Estee Lee, PhD, Universiti Sains Malaysia |
