United States Pharmacopeia

May 20, 2025 8:00 AM - May 21, 2025 5:00 PM

12601 Twinbrook Pkwy, , Rockville, MD 20852-1717 , USA

DIA/USP Evolution of Biosimilars Development Workshop

Evaluating what we have learned and where we are headed

Overview

Meeting: May 20-21 | In-Person

Co-sponsored with the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)!

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Fourteen years after a regulatory pathway for biosimilars was established in the United States, the biosimilars landscape has transformed dramatically. These biologic products, which closely mirror original biologics, now serve as cost-effective alternatives once the original product's patent expires. To date, numerous biosimilars have been approved, covering therapeutic areas such as endocrinology, immunology, oncology, ophthalmology, and supportive care. While new biosimilars continue to be approved, the market uptake of many biosimilars has been slower than anticipated, pointing to ongoing challenges in adoption and equitable access.

In response, regulatory bodies around the world are exploring opportunities to streamline biosimilar development, to lower development costs and improve patient access. This approach leverages advances in science as well as knowledge gained over time with biosimilars including better knowledge of what attributes are most important, innovative analytical methodologies and real-world experience with these products. Taken together, this has led to a global shift in regulatory thinking.

The 2025 DIA/USP Evolution of Biosimilars Development Workshop: Evaluating What We Have Learned and Where We Are Headed, taking place May 20-21, 2025, will bring together global experts from regulatory agencies, industry, and advocacy organizations to discuss recent advances in biosimilar regulatory science and development paradigms. This two-day event will feature sessions on global regulatory convergence, innovations in analytical technologies, and critical manufacturing considerations. Through presentations, panel discussions, and workshops, attendees will engage with case studies and explore novel pathways emerging worldwide to make biosimilars more accessible and cost-effective.

The workshop will also provide valuable networking opportunities, enabling participants to collaborate and drive forward solutions for advancing the quality and reach of biosimilars globally. Post-conference communications will reinforce shared insights and support ongoing dialogue on addressing the future of biosimilars.

 

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Highlights & Features

Who should attend?

  • Meeting Designed For:

    Professionals involved in:

    • Biosimilar/Biologic Pharmaceutical Research
    • Biomedical Product Development and Manufacturing
    • Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls
    • Regulatory Affairs
    • Clinical and Nonclinical Research
    • Biostatistics and Data Management
    • Business Development
    • Marketing and Commercialization for biosimilars
    • Medical Communications/MSLs
    • Patient Advocacy/Patient Support Programs
    • Health and medical care across therapeutic disciplines
    • Health Education
    • Provision of prescription products
    • Development and management of prescription product formularies
    • Development and management of prescription benefit plans
    • Quality management

Learning objectives

  • At the completion of this conference, the participant should be able to:

    • Gain insights into current and future trends shaping biosimilar development, including regulatory, scientific, and market drivers
    • Identify biosimilar approval pathways across key regions and explore opportunities for regulatory convergence
    • Discuss how to streamline biosimilar development by leveraging analytical tools, reducing the need for comparative efficacy studies, and addressing the “biosimilars void”
    • Explore the implications of the BsUFA III pilot program and regulatory science initiatives in advancing biosimilar approvals
    • Identify key barriers to biosimilar adoption and discuss strategies to improve affordability, accessibility, and healthcare integration

    Program Committee

    • Hillel P Cohen, PhD
      Hillel P Cohen, PhD Biosimilars Expert
      Retired, United States
    • Jessica  Greenbaum
      Jessica Greenbaum Director, Regulatory Affairs Policy U.S.
      Sandoz Inc., United States
    • Diane  McCarthy
      Diane McCarthy Senior Director, Global Biologics
      US Pharmacopeia, United States
    • Sonia Tadjalli Oskouei, PharmD
      Sonia Tadjalli Oskouei, PharmD Vice President & US Head, Biosimilars and Specialty
      Sandoz, United States
    • Juliana Marguerite Reed, MS
      Juliana Marguerite Reed, MS Executive Director
      The Biosimilars Forum, United States
    • Arlene  Wolny, DrMed
      Arlene Wolny, DrMed Global Head of Regulatory Affairs
      Biocon, United States
    • Gillian  Woollett, PhD, MA
      Gillian Woollett, PhD, MA Vice President, Head Regulatory Strategy and Policy
      Samsung Bioepis, United States
    • Representative Invited
      Representative Invited Irish Dental Association, Ireland

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