2018 BIO World Congress Plenary Program
The plenary sessions will feature executives from the biofuels, household and personal care, and airline industries discussing technology breakthroughs, business partnerships and sustainability initiatives at a global scale.
CRISPR and Gene Editing Tools to Advance Consumer Products
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
11:45 am - 1:30 pm
Gene editing tools are revolutionizing the production of consumer products from food ingredients and intermediates, to packaging and household supplies. Our dynamic panel will highlight the opportunities and challenges for the broad application of gene editing technology in industrial biosciences. In addition, panelists will address appropriate communication and public engagement for these innovative technologies, and what it takes to gain public license to commercialize these products.
Biobased Materials Redesigning Consumer Markets and Fashion Trends
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
8:30 am - 9:30 am
As consumers demand for sustainable apparel increases, biobased producers stand ready to deliver innovative, renewable solutions, while maintaining material performance. Our expert panelists will discuss the perception of renewably sourced materials, new innovations in the space, and the opportunities and challenges to marketing and commercializing biobased consumer products.
Industrial Biotech Thought Leaders: Winners of the George Washington Carver and Rosalind Franklin Awards
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
11:30 am - 1:00 pm
This session will highlight the necessary factors to successful commercialization and growth of low carbon fuels. Speakers will discuss the economics that are paramount to fuel applications, the use of second generation feedstocks, conversion technologies and the importance of identifying the right molecules, and finally the role of automakers and airlines in driving market demand for these products.
Industrial Biotechnology Innovation for Feedstock Production Applications
Thursday, July 19, 2018
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Agriculture feeds the industrial biotechnology supply chain. At the same time, industrial biotech companies are creating innovative microbial and biochemical products to enhance ag production. From greater yield production to controlling pests and diseases, to changing the way a plant grows root systems, biotech companies are actively working to increase the health of the microbiome and to heal, fuel, and feed a growing global population. Our expert panelists will discuss the innovative products currently employed in this space, as well as market trends in biorefinery feedstock production and future potential for this growing sector.