An ECI Conference Series
October 5-9, 2025
Dubrovnik, Croatia
About This Conference
The Integrated and Continuous Biomanufacturing (ICB) Conference is the exclusive worldwide meeting for all interested parties from industry, academia and health authorities to exchange latest advancements in this field that is revolutionizing biopharmaceutical production. The seventh conference in this series shows how quickly these developments are progressing. In previous years, there was debate about whether integrated biomanufacturing could be implemented and whether it made economic sense. Today, the discussion is about how we can achieve an autonomous bioprocess with integrated continuous biomanufacturing, commercial-scale, GMP manufacturing campaigns and the application of continuous bioproduction concepts for production of new modalities. Potential impacts on cost of goods, environmental footprint, process development approaches, and regulatory strategy will be key areas for further exploration together as a community.
ICB VII will provide a platform to exchange ideas and latest development of exciting new integrated and continuous processes including: case studies of successful implementation, applications of ICB to bionanoparticles, potential to modulate product quality leveraging ICB, advances in cell culture and high-resolution purification unit operations, and opportunities to leverage data science to better realize ICB processes. Matching the enthusiasm on the topic in the bioprocessing community, emphasis will also be placed on process modeling and new concepts of process control leveraging machine learning, artificial intelligence and soft sensors as an important element of the conference. As in previous years, strong interaction of health authorities will also help the community to understand how these new technologies can be placed within the regulatory framework.
Most of all, we look forward to the many opportunities for direct interaction between ICB VII participants.
On behalf of the ICB Conference Steering Committee, we are pleased to announce that ICB VII will be held in Dubrovnik, Croatia in October of 2025. This will return the biannual conference series to ‘odd’ calendar years. We cordially invite you to get involved in this interesting event, as a presenter, participant, sponsor, or member of the organizing committee.
Sincerely,
Irina Ramos, Kevin Brower, Mark Brower, Alois Jungbauer
Conference Chairs
Conference Organization
Abstract Information
Abstracts submission will be open January 20 and close on April 15.
Call for Nominations for ICB Award
Guidelines for the 2025 Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing Award
NOMINATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2025
PURPOSE
The Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing (ICB) Award recognizes an outstanding contributor to the field of Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing. The award was initiated in 2017 and the previous recipients are Konstantin Konstantinov, Massimo Morbidelli, Veena Warikoo and Chetan Goudar.
The award nominations will be judged according to criteria as set forth in this document.
AWARD
For each conference, an award of cash and a commemorative plaque will be presented to the recipient at the conference. Engineering Conferences International (ECI) sponsors this award.
ELIGIBILITY
This Award is open to all researchers in integrated continuous biomanufacturing. The award recipient is expected to register and attend the conference.
EVALUATION
A committee established by ECI will evaluate the nominations and make the final decision.
CRITERIA
The committee will judge the nominations on the originality and overall quality of work, significance to the advancement of the field of integrated continuous biomanufacturing, and other supporting information in the nomination package.
NOMINATION PACKAGE (All documents should have 1-inch margins all around and use font no smaller than Arial 10 or Times 12 point):
The nomination package must consist of the following items:
- A nomination cover sheet;
- A nomination letter of no more than 3 pages including a description of the nominee’s contribution to integrated continuous biomanufacturing;
- A resume including publications by the nominee (preferably fewer than 10 pages); and,
- A maximum of three supporting letters from individuals in the field
The nomination cover sheet should contain the following information if not already included in resume:
- Name of nominee
- Present position (exact title)
- Mailing address (including telephone and email)
- Education
- Institution (indicate major or field)
- Degree received and year of each degree
- Positions held
- Company or institution
- Position or title (with time period, if possible)
- Academic and professional honors and awards
- Technical and professional society memberships and offices held
- Nominator’s name and address (including telephone and email)
- Nominator’s signature and date
Please submit the complete nomination package (including scanned, signed letters of support) in an electronic form as a single PDF file with the subject line ICB Award Nomination-name of nominee and send to Barbara@engconfintl.org.
Nomination packages are due by midnight EST March 31, 2025.
Questions should be submitted to Barbara Hickernell at Barbara@engconfintl.org with the subject line 2025 ICB Award Question.
Previous Conferences in This Series
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing
October 20 – 24, 2013
Castelldefels, Spain
Conference Chairs:
Konstantin Konstantinov, Genzyme-Sanofi, USA
Chetan Goudar, Amgen, USA
Nigel Titchener-Hooker, University College London, UK
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing II
November 1 – 5, 2015
Berkeley, California, USA
Conference Chairs:
Chetan Goudar, Amgen, USA
Suzanne Farid, University College London, UK
Christopher Hwang, Genzyme-Sanofi, USA
Karol Lacki, Novo Nordisk, Denmark
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing III
September 17-21, 2017
Cascais, Portugal
Conference Chairs:
Suzanne Farid, University College London, UK
Chetan Goudar, Amgen, USA
Paula Alves, IBET, Portugal
Veena Warikoo, Axcella Health, Inc., USA
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing IV
October 6 – 10, 2019
Brewster (Cape Cod), Massachusetts
Conference Chairs:
Veena Warikoo, Roche, USA
Alois Jungbauer, BOKU, Austria
Jon Coffman, AstraZeneca, USA
Jason Walther, Sanofi, USA
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing V
October 9-13, 2022
Sitges, Spain
Conference Chairs:
Ana Azevedo, Técnico Lisboa, Portugal
Jason Walther, Sanofi, USA
Rohini Deshpande, Amgen, USA
Integrated Continuous Biomanufacturing VI
October 20-24, 2024
Leesburg, Virginia
Conference Chairs:
Ana Azevedo, Instituto Superior Técnico, Portugal
Kevin Brower, Sanofi, USA
Aaron Noyes, Apogee Therapeutics, USA
Venue Information
Croatia
Known as the land of 1,000 islands, Croatia is a Mediterranean country of perfectly preserved nature and breathtaking sites, with an interesting and rich history. Situated at the center of Europe itself, Croatia was often conquered and annexed to various empires from Greeks and Romans, to Austro-Hungarians, Ottoman Turks and even Napoleon. All these brought something to the melting pot of cultures, creating a special blend of cultures. More than a thousand islands decorate the coastline and 37% of the country is covered with forests. Croatia has eight national parks, two strict reserves, and ten nature parks. Being essentially Mediterranean, Croatia is becoming renowned for its wines
Dubrovnik Sun Gardens (Na Moru 1, Dubrovnik, Croatia 20234) https://www.dubrovniksungardens.com/
Located on the pristine shores of the Adriatic Sea, the hotel is 11 kilometers from Dubrovnik’s famous city center. Shuttle and taxi services are available upon request for transportation to local attractions, and Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) is 35 kilometers from the hotel.
Dubrovnik Sun Gardens features 408 rooms and suites with convenient amenities such as free parking and high-speed wireless internet. Among the facilities on site are indoor and outdoor pools, a full-service spa, fitness center, tennis, volleyball and squash courts, and a climbing wall.
Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian Coast
Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw said, “Those who seek paradise on earth should seek it in Dubrovnik.” Lord Byron called Dubrovnik the “Pearl of the Adriatic,” and others named it the “Treasure of the World”; it is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities, offering an enchanting mixture of Renaissance architecture, vibrant culture and easy-going attitude to life. Dubrovnik city center and its Old Town are just 11 kilometers from the Dubrovnik Sun Gardens. The remarkably well-preserved medieval architecture of Old Town has made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Old Town is a must-see attraction with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque palaces and churches surrounded by a fascinating wall that can be explored by foot.
The Dalmatian coast is cradled by a range of mountains on one side and a long necklace of more than 1,000 beautiful islands on the other, with rock, pebble and sand beaches gently bathing in the warm sun and crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. The quality of sea water has been rated the best in Europe by the European Environmental Agency.
Further north are the ancient cities Split or Zadar. Major islands, like Brač or Hvar, have impressive villas, archeological sites, churches and palaces.
Transportation
By air
Dubrovnik International Airport is 35 kilometers from the hotel and has excellent connections with major European cities. Pick-up service can be easily arranged upon request and more information will be provided when registration opens.
By car
The A1 / D8 / E65 motorway connects Zagreb with Split; take the D8 to Dubrovnik, and then turn on Na Moru to reach the hotel. Once at the hotel, there is secure parking.
By ferry
Dubrovnik is connected by Jadrolinija ferries to Split and Rijeka, the central Dalmatian Islands, and Italy.
The resort has partnered with a private, upscale fleet for tours and transfers. Make reservations for sightseeing excursions or rentals at the on-site information center.
- Boat service to Old Town (seasonally)
- Car rental
- Group excursions
- Private boat hire
- Private individual excursions
- Scooter rental
- Tourist transfers to and from the airport
- VIP transfers
General Information about ECI
Engineering Conferences International (ECI) is a not-for-profit, global engineering conferences program, originally established in 1962 that provides opportunities for the exploration of problems and issues of concern to engineers and scientists from many disciplines.
The format of the conference provides morning and late afternoon or evening sessions in which major presentations are made. Poster sessions will be scheduled for evening discussion as well. Available time is included during the afternoons for ad hoc meetings, informal discussions, and/or recreation. This format is designed to enhance rapport among participants and promote dialogue on the development of the meeting. We believe the conferences have been instrumental in generating ideas and disseminating information to a greater extent than is possible through more conventional forums.
All participants are expected both to attend the entire conference and to contribute actively to the discussions. The recording/photographing of lectures and presentations is forbidden. As ECI conferences take place in an informal atmosphere, casual clothing is the usual attire.
Smoking is prohibited at ECI conferences and conference functions.