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21st - 25th September 2026
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Life Sciences Week 2026

21st - 25th September 2026

Register today and join the UK’s leading life sciences conversation. From cutting edge research to the to the future of AI in biotech and med-tech, discover the latest advances in healthcare. Life Sciences Week is the place where research meets industry, and the future of UK life sciences is forged.

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Life Sciences Week - Birmingham
Life Sciences Week - Birmingham
Life Sciences Week - Birmingham
Life Sciences Week - Birmingham

2026 SPEAKERS SO FAR ANNOUNCED

Pfizer | AstraZeneca | Google | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals | SAH Diagnostics | BioIndustry Association | University of Birmingham | Alzheimer’s Research UK

More speakers and programme announcements coming soon.

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About Us

So What is Life Sciences Week

Life Sciences Week is a pioneering programme designed to bring together professionals, researchers, and businesses shaping the future of life sciences in the region. In 2026, we return even bigger and better – with a week long programme of events showcasing the very best of UK life sciences. If you care about the future of life sciences in the UK, get involved.

Who should join us?

Professionals & Stakeholders Across the Life Sciences Industry

Based in the West Midlands—a region known for its central location and rich scientific heritage—the programme fosters collaboration, investment, and knowledge-sharing to drive progress in healthcare and beyond.

Industry-Leading Innovation

Discover cutting-edge advancements in life sciences, from pioneering medical research to breakthrough technologies.

Unrivalled Networking

Connect with top professionals, researchers, and businesses in the heart of the UK’s thriving life sciences sector.
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Who to Expect

Here Are the Type of Companies You’ll Find

Pharmaceutical & Biotech Companies

Pharmaceutical & Biotech Companies

Showcasing drug development, medical breakthroughs, and innovative therapies.
Medical Technology & Diagnostics Firms

Medical Technology & Diagnostics Firms

Demonstrating cutting-edge medical devices, imaging technology, and diagnostic solutions.
Academic Institutions

Academic Institutions

Presenting ground breaking scientific studies, clinical research, and fostering industry collaboration.
Healthcare & Life Sciences Investors

Healthcare & Life Sciences Investors

Exploring funding opportunities for pioneering research and healthcare innovations.

Why Sponsor Life Sciences Week?

Gain exposure to top researchers, industry leaders, and healthcare innovators. Align your brand with cutting-edge advancements in the life sciences sector.

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Our Team

Our Awesome
Life Sciences Team

Amy Deakin | Chief of Staff | WM Life Sciences

Amy Deakin

Event Managing Director
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Amy excels at connecting teams and delivering impactful results.

Amy Deakin

Event Managing Director
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Dr. Richard Fallon | Business Consultant | WM Life Sciences

Dr. Richard Fallon

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Offering a wealth of experience in leadership, strategy, and organisational development.

Dr. Richard Fallon

Co-Founder
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Amjad Khan

Amjad Khan

Executive Partner
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Amjad Khan is a UK-based entrepreneur and AI strategist.

Amjad Khan

Executive Partner
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Shabna Raja

Advisory Partner
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Shabna Raja is a senior leader in enterprise transformation within Life Sciences.

Shabna Raja

Advisory Partner
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Graham Combe

Graham Combe

Strategic Consultant
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Graham Combe is an experienced strategic consultant, relationship builder, and entrepreneur in the global life sciences sector.

Graham Combe

Strategic Consultant
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2025 Advisory Board

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If you have expertise that could help make next year’s Life Sciences Week an even bigger success, you can apply to join the LSW Advisory Board

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Life Sciences Week 2026?
Life Sciences Week 2026 is a major event bringing together life sciences professionals, researchers, and businesses to explore the latest innovations, medical research, and industry advancements.
When and where is the event taking place?
This is a national event for the week of 21st - 25th September 2026, but the opening event will be hosted in the West Midlands on 21st September 2026, in a region known for its strong legacy in scientific research and central location.
Who should attend Life Sciences Week?
The event is ideal for researchers, healthcare professionals, industry leaders, investors, and businesses looking to connect, collaborate, and explore cutting-edge developments in life sciences.
Why is the West Midlands the ideal location for this event?
The West Midlands boasts a rich history of scientific research, a thriving life sciences sector, and excellent connectivity, making it a strategic hub for innovation and collaboration.
What opportunities are available for sponsors and exhibitors?
Sponsors and exhibitors will have the chance to showcase their brand, engage with key decision-makers, and align with ground breaking advancements in the life sciences sector.
What happens during the week?
The programme includes conferences, networking events, roundtables, and showcases focused on innovation, investment, and collaboration.
Why attend Life Sciences Week?
It offers a unique opportunity to meet with industry leaders, connect with investors, and explore partnerships across the life sciences sector.
How many events are included?
Life Sciences Week typically features over 30+ of events across the week, offering a wide range of engagement opportunities.
Is registration required?
Yes, most events require advance registration, and some sessions may be invite-only due to capacity.
Can organisations get involved?
Organisations can attend, sponsor, exhibit, or host their own events as part of the wider programme.
Why is Life Sciences Week important?
It helps position the UK as a global hub for life sciences, driving investment, innovation, and collaboration across the sector.
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    Graham Combe

    Strategic Consultant,
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    Graham Combe is an experienced strategic consultant, relationship builder, and entrepreneur in the global life sciences sector. He holds a BSc (Hons) in Chemistry from University College London (UCL) and spent over a decade with Nature, where he pioneered key initiatives such as Nature’s BioPharma Dealmakers and Nature’s SciCafe.

    In May 2011, he founded Biosell UK, a consulting and event management firm that collaborates with global life science publishers, event organizations, and marketing partners. Beyond BioSell, Combe is the founder or co-founder of several prominent networking and thought-leadership platforms, including #BiotechBuddies, #coffeebuddies, the #AgileLeaders Forum, and the Creative Disruption Forum—the latter three events co-hosted with his business partner, Professor Tony Sedgwick.

    Specializing in the early-to-mid stages of drug development (from pre-clinical research through Phase 3 and clinical proof-of-concept), Graham focuses on facilitating forums to promote peer-to-peer discussion, strategic growth, investment and meaningful connections between biotech innovators, investors, and industry service providers.

    Apply for a complimentary Conference Day VIP Pass

    Apply for a complimentary Conference Day VIP Pass

    Complimentary Conference Day VIP Passes are reserved for senior leaders and decision-makers with influence over purchasing, commissioning, investment or technology advancements and adoption across UK life sciences.

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    The VIP Pass applies to the Launch Day Conference only. It does not include admission to the Life Sciences Week Gala Dinner or other separately ticketed events.

    Applications are reviewed individually and submitting this form does not guarantee a complimentary pass. To maintain a balanced, high-quality audience, we may limit the number of VIP Passes issued to any one organisation.

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      Shabna Raja

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      Shabna Raja is a senior leader in enterprise transformation within Life Sciences, with over 20 years’ experience spanning pharma, consumer health and large-scale digital programmes.

      She specialises in bridging strategy and execution – helping organisations translate AI, data and digital innovation into tangible business outcomes. Her work focuses on complex transformation
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      Shabna spent seven years at GSK, where she played a key role in transformation programmes, including as part of the Consumer Health joint venture with Pfizer — one of the most significant integrations in the sector. This experience provided her with deep expertise in  organisational change, integration and operating model evolution at global scale.

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      Her experience spans the end-to-end life sciences value chain, including R&D, commercial, supply chain and patient engagement, giving her a holistic perspective on how technology and transformation can unlock value across the industry.

      Amjad Khan

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      Amjad Khan is a UK-based entrepreneur, AI strategist, and senior technology leader with over 15 years of experience at Pfizer, where he held multiple leadership roles across digital strategy and transformation. As Global Digital Client Partner, he was responsible for digital strategy and execution across Global Business Units covering Vaccines, Hospital, and Medical Affairs. Most notably, he led the commercial launch for the Covid franchise transforming and accelerating the model for how new medicines are brought to market.

      Following his tenure at Pfizer, Amjad channelled his expertise into building at the frontier of AI. His work spans AI leadership, stakeholder engagement, and agile delivery helping organisations adopt and scale emerging  technologies to drive meaningful outcomes.

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      Dr Richard Fallon is an entrepreneur and ecosystem builder who connects industry leaders, investors and public-sector stakeholders to accelerate collaboration and commercial growth.

      As the Founder of the Technology Supply Chain and co-founder of the Innovation Awards, he has spent more than two decades convening influential networks that help emerging businesses find capital, strategic partners and new routes to market.

      Richard’s work spans leadership and consultancy across major organisations, alongside building membership and partnership platforms that bring universities, industry and investors into the same room – and turn conversations into practical outcomes.

      With his focus on life sciences, Richard supports organisations and people driving breakthroughs in healthcare, biotechnology, medical technology and advanced research. He is passionate about creating the conditions for transformative ideas to move from concept to real-world impact – by connecting innovators with the funding, expertise and opportunities they need to scale.

      Through Life Sciences Week, Richard is championing the UK’s world-class life sciences community and helping position it at the forefront of innovation, investment and patient outcomes.

      Amy Deakin | Chief of Staff | WM Life Sciences

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      Amy Deakin is a Birmingham-based leader specialising in building partnerships and fostering innovation in the life sciences sector. With a degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Amy brings a grounded understanding of human health and performance to her work and a strong interest in the developments shaping healthcare today.

      Amy is Managing Director of Life Sciences Week, part of the One Thousand Trades Group, and also serves as Director of One Thousand Trades Events. In these roles, she convenes researchers, clinicians and industry leaders to strengthen collaboration, unlock new partnerships and help accelerate real-world innovation across the life sciences ecosystem.

      Her career spans both commercial and third-sector environments. She began in automotive design, delivering projects for Volkswagen, McLaren, Bentley and Jaguar Land Rover, before moving into the third sector with Acorns Children’s Hospice. She later joined Western Union, working as a Partnerships Manager for international payments

      An avid netballer, Amy is a committed advocate for health and wellbeing – bringing energy, clarity and connection to everything she builds, and actively involved as a participant in health related research studies.

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