About BIO International Convention
 

The BIO International Convention is the largest and most comprehensive event for biotechnology, representing the full ecosystem of biotech with 20,000 industry leaders from across the globe.

Whether you work at a public pharmaceutical company, biotech startup, academia, non-profit organization, or government agency; or you work as a researcher, business development professional or investor, BIO is where you'll make valuable connections and build relationships. 

Our proprietary BIO Partnering™ meeting scheduling platform—exclusive to the Premier Access registration package—allows you to find potential partners, request meetings, and advance your business development efforts.

 

Our industry is driven by purpose. 

This is the force that unites us—not the pursuit of status or stability, but the unwavering conviction to solve the impossible, to push boundaries, and to achieve better outcomes for patients, public health, and the world.

This shared purpose is what sustains the entire biotech community. It’s the belief that our work leads to healthier lives, stronger systems, and a future where science translates into tangible human impact.

BIO 2026 is where we return to this essential "why." It is our opportunity to reconnect as a global community, to recharge our commitment, and to remember that behind every innovation is a shared mission: to improve lives.

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What to expect at the BIO International Convention

Look back at our 2025 event to see what you can experience at BIO 2026.

 

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Tuesday Highlights

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Program and speakers announced!

In more than 130 sessions, these thought leaders will share the latest insights about industry trends, business development, emerging opportunities in global markets, and more.

See the full list of speakers

The robust BIO 2026 program covers a wide range of topics, from therapeutic areas to business development:
  • AI and Digital Health
  • Biomanufacturing
  • Brain Health
  • Business Development and Investment
  • Cell and Gene Therapy and Genome Editing
  • Diagnostics and Personalized Medicine
  • Emerging Opportunities in Global Markets
  • Infectious Disease and Vaccines
  • Intellectual Property and Legal Landscape
  • Next Generation Biotherapeutics
  • Oncology
  • Orphan and Rare Disease
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Science and Regulatory Innovation
  • Special Program
  • Translational Research
  • Value, Patient Access and Reimbursement
  • Workforce, Health Equity, and Leadership

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the 2026 BIO International Convention taking place?

BIO 2026 will be held at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California.

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Who is the event intended for?

The BIO International Convention is intended for professionals working in biotechnology, life sciences, investors, and providers of services to the biotechnology industry.

How does BIO Partnering™ work?

BIO Partnering™ enables you to search through companies and send and respond to meeting requests up to ten weeks before BIO International Convention. Discover BIO Partnering™

Will slides or presentations be shared afterward?

Presentations will not be shared after the session; however, you will be able to watch session recordings after the event if you have a Premier Access or General Access registration.

BIO 2025 by the numbers

21,600

Registrants

66,308

Partnering Meetings

1,650+

Exhibitors

50

States + DC & Puerto Rico

73

Countries

150

US & International Public Officials

Registration Packages and Rates

Registration Packages

Premier Access

  • BIO Partnering™
  • All program sessions
  • AI Summit
  • Featured programs on the Main Stage
  • Networking receptions Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
  • Lunch Tuesday-Thursday
  • Exhibition
  • Company Presentations, Global Innovation Hubs, Bioprocess Theater, Storytelling Stage and Start-Up Stadium

General Access

  • All program sessions
  • AI Summit
  • Featured programs on the Main Stage
  • Networking receptions Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
  • Lunch Tuesday-Thursday
  • Exhibition
  • Company Presentations, Global Innovation Hubs, Bioprocess Theater, Storytelling Stage and Start-Up Stadium

Does not include BIO Partnering™.

Basic Access

  • Exhibition
  • Tuesday Exhibition reception
  • Company Presentations, Global Innovation Hubs, Bioprocess Theater, Storytelling Stage and Start-Up Stadium

Early Bird Rates: Expire March 26

BIO Members*

Premier Access: $2,750

General Access: $1,700

Basic Access: $600

Non-Members

Premier Access: $3,400

General Access: $2,100

Basic Access: $600

Academic / Government / Non-Profit 

Premier Access: $2,850

General Access: $1,800

Basic Access: $600

Advance Rates: Expire May 22

BIO Members*

Premier Access: $3,050

General Access: $1,900

Basic Access: $700

Non-Members

Premier Access: $3,750

General Access: $2,350

Basic Access: $700

Academic / Government / Non-Profit 

Premier Access: $3,150

General Access: $2,000

Basic Access: $700

Regular Registration Rates: May 22-June 25

BIO Members*

Premier Access: $3,250

General Access: $2,100

Basic Access: $800

Non-Members

Premier Access: $3,950

General Access: $2,550

Basic Access: $800

Academic / Government / Non-Profit 

Premier Access: $3,350

General Access: $2,200

Basic Access: $800

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BIO DOUBLE HELIX SPONSORS

Our sponsors help support BIO's mission to support and advocate for the biotechnology industry.

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