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The PPSG will host an interdisciplinary meeting bringing together academic and industrial researchers in peptide and protein science to identify shared challenges and develop collaborative solutions across chemical biology, biomedicine and manufacturing. Differing from traditional presentations, this meeting will focus heavily on problem-driven discussions, partnership building and funding alignment.

The theme, "Identify – Align – Solve," aims to spark ideas, address real-world challenges and foster collaborations, leading to impactful research and funding. We aim to create a friendly, vibrant environment that encourages open exchange and lasting connections. Expected outcomes include developing collaborative grant ideas, building partnerships, exploring PhD and fellowship opportunities, and generating support for future funding applications.

Key topics will include but not limited to: Membrane Permeability, Chemically Diverse Library Production, Hit Identification, Biotherapeutic Development, Roles of AI, and Sustainability.

The meeting will take place over two days and include:

• Keynotes from leading academics driving responsible research;
• Keynotes from industry leaders highlighting real-world challenges;
• Overviews of UK and European funding opportunities;
• ECRs outlining their research and desired collaboration opportunities;

Structured workshops and discussions, including:

• Problem-driven breakout sessions
• Development workshops
• Panel discussions with funding representatives
• One-to-one networking to facilitate collaboration via poster presentation