Company Overview: Xcell Therapeutics Inc. Leading the Global Standard in Chemically Defined Media for Regenerative Medicine Xcell Therapeutics (KOSDAQ: 373110) is a pioneering biotechnology company dedicated to providing the foundational technology for the next generation of Cell and Gene Therapies (CGT). We specialize in the development and mass production of high-performance, Chemically Defined (CD) media, offering a safer and more efficient alternative to traditional animal-derived or human-blood-based culture environments. As the first company in the world to commercialize CD media for Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs), our flagship brand CellCor™ is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the global biopharmaceutical industry. By utilizing only high-purity synthetic components and recombinant proteins, CellCor™ eliminates the inherent risks of viral contamination and batch-to-batch inconsistency associated with serum-based media. This ensures predictable, high-quality cell expansion, which is critical for successful clinical outcomes and large-scale cGMP manufacturing. Building on our core expertise in MSCs, Xcell Therapeutics is actively expanding its influence in the immune cell therapy market. We are proudly promoting our advanced media solutions specifically optimized for Immune Cells, such as T-cells and NK-cells, as well as Exosome recovery. Our technology is designed to accelerate the transition from bench to bedside, providing regulatory-friendly solutions that streamline the path to commercialization for our global partners. Xcell Therapeutics is not just a supplier, but a strategic partner in bioprocessing innovation. We invite you to explore how our CD media solutions can optimize your workflows and define the future of advanced medicine.
Van Heron Labs
. | Van Heron Labs (VHL) The Cellular Intelligence Layer for Life Sciences Booth #1611 | vanheronlabs.com | contact@vanheronlabs.com — Van Heron Labs is transforming how biological processes are designed, optimized, and scaled. VHL has built the most powerful cellular intelligence engine ever created — the only end-to-end, multi-omic digital twin platform designed exclusively for cellular optimization. At the core of VHL’s platform is a proprietary system that decodes complete cellular biology — gene expression, metabolism, stress responses, and biomolecular needs across 17 molecular categories spanning thousands of compounds — and translates that data into a real-time biological digital twin. VHL identifies and predicts the impact of every critical biomolecule: metabolites, ions, trace metals, minerals, cofactors, growth factors, cytokines, ECM components, and more. The result: VHL customers see breakthrough improvements in titer, viability, potency, and manufacturability — faster and at a fraction of the cost of traditional R&D. Proven across cell therapy, biologics, precision fermentation, and more: T cell therapies (CD4/CD8, TIL, Treg): 80% improved viability, 40% increase in activation, FOXP3 stability for greater potency — saving $25K–$60K per batch iPSC programs: ~25 critical ingredients identified, many absent from any commercial media — 10X cheaper than internal R&D, 5 months faster to clinic MSC programs: ~30 critical ingredients identified, resolving stress pathways and improving scale-up reliability — unlocking $25–80M in potential new media product revenue HEK / bioprocessing: 40–200% proliferation improvement, 900% cell density gains with process optimization, 360% higher protein titer Microbial (E. coli, B. subtilis, P. aeruginosa): 200–400% proliferation increases, 200–360% higher titer, fully defined bioreactor media. How you can work with VHL: VHL offers four flexible engagement models — Analytics Only (1-week turnaround), Process Development Recommendations (1–2 weeks), Co-Development (3–10 weeks), and Strategic Partnerships for long-term innovation. All engagements begin with RNA-Seq or proteomics data and deliver interactive, publication-quality multi-omics reports, biological digital twins, and actionable recommendations your team can execute immediately. Backed by NVIDIA, Microsoft, and AWS, and trusted by dozens of life science companies, large and small. Who we’re looking to meet at BIO 2026: VHL is actively seeking strategic partnerships with CDMOs, CROs, reagent and culture media manufacturers, and asset-focused companies looking to improve manufacturing performance, reduce R&D burden, develop proprietary formulations, and unlock new revenue streams through the power of cellular intelligence. Want to connect before San Diego? Schedule a meeting or platform demo with CEO & Founder Rebecca Vaught, Ph.D. at calendly.com/rvaught-vanheronlabs/30min — or stop by Booth #1611 and meet us in person. We’d love to show you what cellular intelligence can do for your program.
SWISS Pavilion
Switzerland at BIO 2025: Innovation, Collaboration, and Global Impact Welcome to the SWISS Pavilion at BIO International Convention 2025 – your gateway to one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient biotech ecosystems. Switzerland stands at the forefront of global biotechnology, driven by a unique blend of scientific excellence, international collaboration, and a deep commitment to innovation that benefits patients and partners worldwide. Switzerland’s biotech industry continues to demonstrate remarkable strength and adaptability. According to the Swiss Biotech Report 2025, the sector attracted CHF 2.5 billion in capital investment in 2024 – a 22% increase over the previous year – despite global economic headwinds. This growth reflects the confidence of international investors in Swiss innovation and the country’s ability to deliver breakthrough solutions in healthcare, diagnostics, and life sciences. With over 1,000 biotech companies and a dense network of academic institutions, research centers, and global pharma leaders, Switzerland offers a fertile environment for biotech innovation. The industry contributes significantly to the national economy, with life sciences accounting for over 50% of Swiss exports. This year’s Swiss Biotech Report emphasizes the importance of international collaboration. Four out of five biotech patents filed in Switzerland are the result of cross-border partnerships. Swiss companies are not only developing therapies for the local market – they are building global business cases, forming strategic alliances, and co-developing solutions that address some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. At the SWISS Pavilion, you’ll find a curated selection of Switzerland’s most promising biotech innovators – from agile startups and academic spin-offs to established scale-ups and research-driven SMEs. While each exhibitor brings a unique value proposition, together they represent the full spectrum of Swiss biotech excellence: – Next-generation therapeutics: From immuno-oncology to gene and cell therapies, Swiss companies are advancing novel treatment modalities with global potential. – Cutting-edge diagnostics: Precision medicine is a key focus, with technologies that enable earlier, more accurate, and personalized diagnosis. – Digital health and AI: Swiss innovators are integrating data science and machine learning into biotech workflows, accelerating discovery and improving patient outcomes. – Sustainable biomanufacturing: Several exhibitors are pioneering green biotech solutions and scalable production platforms. – Academic and regional clusters: The Pavilion also features representatives from Switzerland’s leading biotech hubs, including the Basel Area, the Greater Zurich Area, and Greater Geneva Bern area, showcasing the country’s decentralized yet interconnected innovation landscape. Why visit the SWISS Pavilion? – Meet high-potential partners: Engage with companies actively seeking international collaborations, licensing opportunities, and investment. – Explore innovation across the value chain: From early-stage research to clinical development and commercialization. – Experience Swiss quality and reliability: A hallmark of Swiss biotech is its commitment to scientific rigor, regulatory excellence, and long-term partnerships. Whether you’re looking for your next strategic partner, investment opportunity, or simply want to explore the future of biotech, the SWISS Pavilion is your destination at BIO 2025. Join us in shaping the future of global health – the Swiss way. | Switzerland at BIO 2026: Innovation, Collaboration, and Global Impact Welcome to the SWISS Pavilion at BIO International Convention 2026 – your gateway to one of the world’s most dynamic and resilient biotech ecosystems. Switzerland stands at the forefront of global biotechnology, driven by a unique blend of scientific excellence, international collaboration, and a deep commitment to innovation that benefits patients and partners worldwide. Switzerland’s biotech industry continues to demonstrate remarkable strength and adaptability. According to the Swiss Biotech Report 2025, the sector attracted CHF 2.5 billion in capital investment in 2024 – a 22% increase over the previous year – despite global economic headwinds. This growth reflects the confidence of international investors in Swiss innovation and the country’s ability to deliver breakthrough solutions in healthcare, diagnostics, and life sciences. With over 1,000 biotech companies and a dense network of academic institutions, research centers, and global pharma leaders, Switzerland offers a fertile environment for biotech innovation. The industry contributes significantly to the national economy, with life sciences accounting for over 50% of Swiss exports. This year’s Swiss Biotech Report emphasizes the importance of international collaboration. Four out of five biotech patents filed in Switzerland are the result of cross-border partnerships. Swiss companies are not only developing therapies for the local market – they are building global business cases, forming strategic alliances, and co-developing solutions that address some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. At the SWISS Pavilion, you’ll find a curated selection of Switzerland’s most promising biotech innovators – from agile startups and academic spin-offs to established scale-ups and research-driven SMEs. While each exhibitor brings a unique value proposition, together they represent the full spectrum of Swiss biotech excellence: – Next-generation therapeutics: From immuno-oncology to gene and cell therapies, Swiss companies are advancing novel treatment modalities with global potential. – Cutting-edge diagnostics: Precision medicine is a key focus, with technologies that enable earlier, more accurate, and personalized diagnosis. – Digital health and AI: Swiss innovators are integrating data science and machine learning into biotech workflows, accelerating discovery and improving patient outcomes. – Sustainable biomanufacturing: Several exhibitors are pioneering green biotech solutions and scalable production platforms. – Academic and regional clusters: The Pavilion also features representatives from Switzerland’s leading biotech hubs, including the Basel Area, the Greater Zurich Area, and Greater Geneva Bern area, showcasing the country’s decentralized yet interconnected innovation landscape. Why visit the SWISS Pavilion? – Meet high-potential partners: Engage with companies actively seeking international collaborations, licensing opportunities, and investment. – Explore innovation across the value chain: From early-stage research to clinical development and commercialization. – Experience Swiss quality and reliability: A hallmark of Swiss biotech is its commitment to scientific rigor, regulatory excellence, and long-term partnerships. Whether you’re looking for your next strategic partner, investment opportunity, or simply want to explore the future of biotech, the SWISS Pavilion is your destination at BIO 2026. Join us in shaping the future of global health – the Swiss way. | Swissenviro was founded in 2015 by Urs Heutschi. It is a small, privately-owned company and the organizer of the SWISS Pavilion at international trade fairs for environmental technologies. With more than 20 years of experience, the international fair work is our area of expertise and forms the core of our work. The aim is to support export-orientated Swiss Cleantech SME to find buyers and business partners in international markets by encouraging international networking and direct B2B contacts on trade fairs and other events. By participation in a Joint Swiss Booth, the “SWISS Pavillon”, we are bringing together Swiss SMEs with professional trade visitors – potential future buyers, partners or suppliers. If desired, we gladly accompany and support the SME further on its business project resulting from this first customer contact. We closely work together with relevant Swiss environmental associations such as Cleantech Alps, VSA and Energie-Cluster. For our SWISS Pavilions we are supported by the MPK from “Switzerland Global Enterprise” (S-GE) and the “Swiss Federal Office for the Environment” (FOEN).
Sussex Research Laboratories Inc.
Sussex Research Laboratories Inc. (Ottawa, Canada) is a globally recognized specialist in empowering therapeutic innovation through glycoscience. The company applies its expertise in glycodesign, glycan and glycoconjugate synthesis, and linker chemistries across a wide range of therapeutic areas, including vaccine development, protein and antibody engineering, and targeted drug delivery. With 30 years of experience as a Contract Research & Development (CRO) service provider, Sussex Research supports pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical partners in applying glycotechnology to next-generation therapeutics, including oligonucleotide, peptide, protein, lipid, and small-molecule modalities, as well as lipid nanoparticle (LNP) technologies for modern drug design and delivery. The company is also widely recognized for its enabling product portfolio of advanced glycans, glycopeptides, glycoconjugates, and targeting ligand/linker systems.
SpeciLife Inc
SpeciLife is a biospecimen sourcing hub supporting pharma and biotech teams in translational and preclinical research. We provide access to high-quality, well-annotated human samples (FFPE, fresh and frozen tissues, biofluids, and cells) through established partnerships with a global network of hospitals, clinical centers, and biobanks. Our approach is collaborative and science-driven, with our internal scientific team closely involved in feasibility assessment, quality oversight, and study alignment. We support projects across key therapeutic areas including oncology, autoimmune, infectious, and neurodegenerative diseases.
Phase Clinical Services
Your complete resource for oncology clinical trials and biospecimens | Phase Clinical Services is a biospecimen provider headquartered in the New York area which specializes in science-driven and large-scale projects. Utilizing our global network of collection sites, we provide a wide range of materials, such as tumor tissue, blood products, FFPE blocks, cell preparations (e.g. PBMCs, CD34 cells), bulk plasma etc. We cover indications for oncology, infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions, many other disorders, as well as healthy volunteer studies. Our clients are pharma and biotech companies from startup to the top-ten level, assay developers, high-end academic institutions, and the U.S. government. We maintain an FDA-registered cell isolation lab in Milwaukee and an in-house pathology service. | Phase Clinical Services is a biospecimen provider headquartered in the New York area which specializes in science-driven and large-scale projects. Utilizing our global network of collection sites, we provide a wide range of materials, such as tumor tissue, blood products, FFPE blocks, cell preparations (e.g. PBMCs, CD34 cells), bulk plasma etc. We cover indications for oncology, infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions, many other disorders, as well as healthy volunteer studies.
NanoTag Biotechnologies GmbH
Custom-tailored single-domain antibody solutions We provide high-quality single-domain antibodies (sdAbs) to advance research and biomedicine. From tailored sdAb discovery and innovative technologies to tools for immunofluorescence, super-resolution microscopy, and affinity purification, our solutions ensure reliability and precision. With custom-engineered nanobodies and protein production services, we empower you to tackle complex scientific challenges with confidence. Unlock the full potential of sdAbs with NanoTag Biotechnologies.