MassBio’s annual partnering conference, the Align Summit (October 15, 2026 | Sheraton Boston Hotel), returns this fall to build the connections that turn early science into business. Attendees will experience presentations from 50+ pre-seed to Series B startups, expert commentary, and one-on-one partnering meetings, leaving with the latest industry intelligence and a competitive roadmap for the year ahead.
Why it matters: The exit environment is tighter, and the policy landscape is in flux. Align Summit is built to cut through that noise, giving funders a direct line to the innovators, the science, and the strategy shaping their next move.
This year’s presentation tracks
The application for presenters is open now through July 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) ET. If your company fits the criteria, apply to present. The 2026 tracks are:
- Advanced Biologics & Protein Therapeutics
- AI for Drug Discovery & Development
- Diagnostics & Biomarkers
- Engineered Molecular Medicines
- Next-Generation Genetic Technologies
Read more in the Frequently Asked Questions.
On the agenda
The content on the Main Stage is not to be missed. We’ll have two dynamic panels and an essential policy briefing that will deliver actionable insights:
- 2027 Pharma Lookahead: Senior pharma BD leaders on what they’re buying and how patent cliffs and a tighter exit environment are reshaping deals.
- Washington and Your Portfolio: A policy briefing on what’s changing in capital formation, drug approval, research funding, and IP.
- Regulators on the Record: SEC and NCI officials and a former FDA official on shifting priorities and what they mean at every stage.
Ways to take part
- Apply to present: Eligible life sciences companies can complete an application for consideration as a presenting company. The deadline is July 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) ET.
- Funders: If you are a qualified funder, request a complimentary registration.
- Startups: If you are a qualified startup company, request a discounted registration.
- General admission is open now.
Become a sponsor: Showcase your brand among the biopharma leaders shaping the future of life sciences across discovery, development, and commercialization. Sponsorship packages feature complimentary registrations, brand visibility, and a dedicated partnering space. Customized packages available. To get involved, contact Chief Business Officer Laura Hamilton.
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