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January 8-10, 2018 - Biotech Showcase

Innovation meets money at Biotech Showcase exclusive investor event. Kick off your business strategy during healthcare's most impactful week of the year.

Venue: HILTON SAN FRANCISCO UNION SQUARE, San Francisco, CA 94102 USA

For more information and to register: Biotech Showcase

January 8-11, 2018 - JP Morgan 36th Annual Healthcare Conference

Venue: San Francisco, CA, USA

February 12 - 13, 2018 - BIO CEO & Investor Conference

The BIO CEO & Investor Conference is one of the largest investor conferences focused on established and emerging publicly traded and select private biotech companies. Because the mission is to support industry-wide success, we present a broad and unbiased view of investment opportunities.

Venue: New York Marriott Marquis, NY, USA

For more information and to register: BIO CEO & Investor Conference

February 22-25, 2018 - 58TH ANNUAL HEALTH LAW & LEGAL MEDICINE: THE OLD, THE NEW AND THE NOW

Dr. Jack Snyder, Managing Director at CATO Research Washington, and Co-Director of Pharmacovigilance for Cato Research Ltd., will offer two presentations. The first presentation is entitled "Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals: A 25-Year History". The second presentation is entitled "An Update on FDA's Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Initiatives".

Venue: FRANCIS MARION HOTEL, Charleston, South Carolina, USA

For more information and to register: 58TH ANNUAL HEALTH LAW & LEGAL MEDICINE: THE OLD, THE NEW AND THE NOW

February 28, 2018 & March 1, 2018 - Biocom's Global Life Science Partnering Conference

Biocom's 8th Annual Global Life Science Partnering Conference is an exclusive global partnering and networking forum that brings together senior executives, bankers, venture capitalists, and business development professionals from leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

Venue: 11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, California, USA

For more information and to register: Biocom's Global Life Science Partnering Conference

March 12-14, 2018 - BIO-Europe Spring

With a focus on European innovation and global collaboration, BIO-Europe Spring is the premier springtime partnering conference bringing together a "whoʼs who" from biotech, pharma and finance in the most innovative biopharma clusters in Europe.

Venue: Amsterdam RAI Convention Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

For more information and to register: BIO-Europe Spring

March 20-21, 2018 - Outsourcing in Clinical Trials Israel 2018

Cato Research is Sponsoring and Exhibiting - Stop by and visit with us at Booth #15:

Arena International is thrilled to announce that the fourth Outsourcing in Clinical Trials conference is returning to Tel Aviv, 20th – 21st March 2018; the only clinical outsourcing platform for biotech, pharmaceutical and medical device companies within Israel.

As with its reputation, this conference addresses how companies can effectively develop their outsourcing strategies and attendees will attain an increased understanding of how to enhance their operational efficiencies to ensure timely and cost-effective clinical studies.

Venue: Tel Aviv, Israel

For more information and to register: Outsourcing in Clinical Trials Israel 2018

April 16-17, 2018 - LORENZlink 2018 RIM Solutions Conference

Interact with industry and agency professionals on regulatory topics like:

• RIM Technology: Understanding Process Development
  Sandra Krogulski, Accenture Accelerated R&D Services
• Key Success Factors in Approaching eTMF from Start to Finish
  Maria Crump, Regulatory Professionals, Inc
• Update on Electronic Submissions at Health Canada
  Irena Pastorekova, Health Canada
• Successful AdPromo Launch submitted in eCTD Format
  Teresa Martins, Bayer
• Harmonizing Submission Publishing Across Three Sites at Emergent Biosolutions
  Christopher Leonienco, Emergent Biosolutions

Venue: Gaylord Opryland Resort, Nashville, TN, United States

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April 18, 2018 - Join Cato Research for a Celebratory Wine Tasting - Pioneering Drug Development Pathways for 30 Years!

Join CATO in our Durham office as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Wednesday, April 18th, 5 - 7:30 pm at Cato Research Durham, 4364 South Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713, Phone: +1 (919) 361-2286

Enjoy an evening of fine wines highly rated by the Wine Advocate or the Wine Spectator, accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a Celebratory Wine Tasting

April 21, 2018 - Cato Research and Cancer Advances Proud Sponsor of PurpleStride: Raleigh-Durham 2018 5K RUN & Family-Friendly Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness and Research

Wage Hope at PurpleStride. The Walk to end pancreatic cancer.

Join Cancer Advances Team and Cato Research for PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham to help us make strides against pancreatic cancer. Enjoy a day filled with children's activities, music, refreshments, the Shop Purple store, and more! PurpleStride is the signature event of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Each year, in communities across the country, tens of thousands of people participate in more than fifty-six PurpleStride events, including PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham. These events are critical in raising awareness and funds that advance research and support patients and loved ones with a promise of a better tomorrow. The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is blazing new trails in the fight against pancreatic cancer. Join us for PurpleStride Raleigh-Durham and together we will continue to rewrite the book on how to fight this deadly disease.

Venue: North Carolina State University - Centennial Campus Oval, North Carolina, Raleigh USA

For more information and to contribute or participate: Cato Research and Cancer Advances Proud Sponsor of PurpleStride: Raleigh-Durham 2018 5K RUN & Family-Friendly Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness and Research

May 15-17, 2018 - Israeli MIXiii BIOMED Conference

Cato Research is Coexhibiting with Pharmaseed - Come Visit Us at Booth #29!

This year, MIXiii-BIOMED will explore and aim to fuel the innovations and trends that are shaping the future of healthcare systems and life sciences. 

As we envision and analyze our projections for the future of healthcare systems, we should address and asses ways to diagnose and treat patients by utilizing next generation methods with emphasize on regenerative medicine and cell therapies. With the goal of improving the way we treat, prevent and cure diseases, we should consider innovations in precision and targeted medicine genetics, personal diagnosis, treatment and monitoring.

Venue: David InterContinental Hotel, Tel Aviv, Israel

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May 18-23, 2018 - ATS International Conference

The ATS International Conference is the home of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep professionals, from those in the earliest stages of their careers to those whose research or strides in clinical care has gained them international recognition. Each year, nearly 14,000 of these professionals choose to attend, present, and learn about the latest advances, meet with colleagues from around the world, and strike new collaborations. It is truly where today's science meets tomorrow's care.

Venue: San Diego Convention Center and the San Diego Marriott Marquis and Marina, San Diego, CA, USA

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June 1-5, 2018 - ASCO Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting brings together oncology professionals from around the world to discuss state-of-the-art treatment modalities, new therapies, and ongoing controversies in the field.

Venue: McCormick Place, Chicago, IL

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June 2-5, 2018 - Digestive Disease Week® (DDW)

Recognized as one of the top 50 medical meetings by HCEA, Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) is the world's largest gathering of physicians, researchers and industry in the fields of gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy and gastrointestinal surgery.

Venue: Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC

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June 4, 2018 - RESI Boston

Fundraising CEOs have a venue to meet early stage investors that are a fit for their sector and stage every three months, providing a great ROI for cost conscious CEOs.

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June 4-7, 2018 - BIO International

Cato Research is Coexhibiting - Come Visit Us at Booth #1501-3!

The BIO International Convention is hosted by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO). BIO represents more than 1,100 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, state biotechnology centers and related organizations across the United States and in more than 30 other nations. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology products.

Venue: Boston, MA

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June 5, 2018 - Cato Research Boston Celebratory Wine Tasting at BIO International - Pioneering Drug Development Pathways for 30 Years!

Join Cato Research along with BIO Clustermanagement NRW GmbH during BIO International at Marriott's Custom House Hotel, Boston, MA as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Tuesday, June 5th, 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
at Marriott's Custom House Hotel
3 McKinley Square, Boston, Massachusetts 02109 USA
Phone: +1 (617) 310-6300

Enjoy an evening of fine wines highly rated by the Wine Advocate or the Wine Spectator, accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a Celebratory Wine Tasting

June 12, 2018 - NCBIO's Legislative Reception

More than 150 life science company representatives and legislators will meet for an evening reception highlighting North Carolina's life sciences industry.

Venue: NC Museum of History, Raleigh, NC, USA

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June 15-19,2018 - ISSX (International Society for the Study of Xenobiotics)Annual Meeting

Will offer a broad range of highly relevant short courses, symposia and poster presentations; new investigator and ISSX Focus Group sessions and social events. The relaxed and friendly environment will offer both a professionally and personally rewarding experience, allowing for dialogue and exchange of scientific expertise among the world's leading experts in drug/xenobiotic research.

Venue: Palais des congrès de Montréal- Montreal, Canada

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July 19, 2018 - Cato Research Canada Celebratory Wine Tasting - Pioneering Drug Development Pathways for 30 Years!

Join Cato Research at our office in Canada as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways! Enjoy an evening of highly rated wines by the Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and other highly regarded wine reviewers accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

Thursday, 19 July 2018
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. EDT
at Cato Research Canada
9900 Cavendish Boulevard, Suite 300
Saint-Laurent, Québec, Canada H4M 2V2 
+1 (514) 856-2286

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a Celebratory Wine Tasting

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August 13-14, 2018 - The Bioprocessing Summit 2018

William Lee, PhD, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs of Cato Research will present: FDA's CMC Review of a Cell Therapeutics.

This talk will focus on two case studies. The first case study will discuss FDA's CMC issues with a stem cell therapy that were raised at a pre-IND meeting. The second case study will discuss FDA's CMC questions for an investigational cell therapy during the pre-IND meeting and then subsequently during the IND 30-day review after initial IND submission.

Venue: Sheraton Boston, Boston, MA, USA

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August 22, 2018 - Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in San Diego, CA!

Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in San Diego, CA as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Wednesday, August 22, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
at Cato Research Office in San Diego
6480 Weathers Place, Suite 104
San Diego, CA 92121-3913 USA
Phone: +1-858-452-7271

Enjoy an evening of fine wines highly rated by the Wine Advocate or the Wine Spectator, accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in San Diego, CA

September 5, 2018 - RESI (Redefining Early Stage Investments) Boston

Fundraising CEOs have a venue to meet early stage investors that are a fit for their sector and stage every three months, providing a great ROI for cost conscious CEOs.

Venue: Boston, MA, Boston Marriot Copley

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September 5-6, 2018 - BioPharm America ( 11th Annual International Partnering Conference)

Where life science leaders partner and accelerate growth. Build strategic partnerships and grow your knowledge with the brightest minds in biotech, pharma and finance. Key biotech and pharma leaders discuss the latest industry trends in workshops and panels.

Venue: Hynes Convention Center, Boston, MA

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September 25, 2018 - Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in South Africa!

Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in South Africa as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Tuesday, September 25th, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
at Cato Research South Africa
Building 27, Waterford Office Park
Waterford Drive, Fourways 2055, South Africa 
Phone: +2711-658-8400

Enjoy an evening of fine wines accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in South Africa

October 1-4, 2018 - RAPS Regulatory Convergence #2018RAPS

Venue: Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, BC Canada

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October 2-3, 2018 - 5th NCI Pancreatic Cancer Symposium: Current Advances and Future Challenges in Research and Treatment

Venue: National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland

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October 3, 2018 - Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in Washington, D.C.!

Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in Washington, D.C. as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Wednesday, October 3rd, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
at Cato Research Office in Washington, D.C.
9605 Medical Center Drive, Suite 350
Rockville, MD 20850 USA
Phone: +1-301-309-1260

Enjoy an evening of fine wines highly rated by the Wine Advocate or the Wine Spectator, accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our office in Washington, D.C.

Please Note: If you plan to attend, you will need a parking pass displayed on your car.
Download and Print Special Parking Pass Here.

October 17-18, 2018 - BIO Investor Forum

Biotech investor conference focused on investment trends and opportunities in life sciences, with unbiased emphasis on venturestage growth and emerging public companies as well as those poised to join the growth "watch list" in 2019.

Venue: The Westin, St. Francis, San Francisco, CA, USA

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October 31 - Nov. 3, 2018 - Annual Meeting of American Pancreatic Association

The Annual Meeting is the cornerstone of of the organization and it brings together Pancreatologists (medical pancreatologists, endoscopists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, oncologists and basic scientists) from all over the world to present and discuss current clinical and laboratory research related to the field. Evidence-based advances in techniques and intervention for treating pancreatic disorders are featured.

Venue: Eden Roc Miami Beach Hotel, Miami, Florida, USA

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November 5, 2018 - RESI NYC

Biotech investor conference focused on investment trends and opportunities in life sciences, with unbiased emphasis on venturestage growth and emerging public companies as well as those poised to join the growth "watch list" in 2019.

Venue: New York, New York; New York Hilton Midtown

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November 5-7, 2018 - BIO-Europe (24th Annual International Partnering Conference)

BIO-Europe's world-class workshops, panels and active exhibition along with thousands of prescheduled one-to-one meetings make this event an unrivaled forum for companies across the biotech value chain to meet and do business. Initiate new partnerships through life science partnering at BIO-Europe 2018 in Copenhagen

Venue: Bella Center Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark

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November 8, 2018 - Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our CATO Europe office in Cologne, Germany!

Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our CATO Europe office in Cologne, Germany as we celebrate 30 years of pioneering drug development pathways!

Wednesday, November 8th, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
at Cato Research Europe
Hertzstrasse 7, D-50859
Cologne, Germany
Phone: 49-2234-379440

Enjoy an evening of fine wines accompanied by delectable hors d'oeuvres.

For more information and to register: Join Cato Research for a 30 Years Celebratory Wine Tasting at our CATO Europe Office in Cologne, Germany

November 8, 2018 - NCRAF Annual Roundtable Event

NCRAF is an association of regulatory affairs professionals centered in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill "Triangle" of North Carolina USA. NCRAF is dedicated to providing education and support for the continuing professional development of individuals who have an interest in regulatory affairs activities as they apply to research, development, or manufacture of drugs, biologics, or medical devices.

Venue: The Friday Center, Chapel Hill, NC, USA

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November 6-9, 2018 - THE ICE EXCHANGE - The Conference for the Credentialing Community

Cato Research's JACKSON SNYDER, MD, PHD, DABT, PMP, American Board of Toxicology will be co-presenting: Exams in Transition: Revamping your exam program while keeping your stakeholders on board. Track: Test Development and Administration.

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December 7-9, 2018 - BIT'S 12th World Congress, Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell: Shaping a New Hope for the Cure

Venue: Xi'an, China

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January 7-9, 2019 - Biotech Showcase: San Francisco's Exclusive Investor and Networking Event

DISCOVER. INVEST. CURE.
The investor conference that drives the future of drug development

Venue: HILTON SAN FRANCISCO UNION SQUARE, San Francisco, CA 94102 USA

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January 8-11, 2019 - 36TH Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

Venue: San Francisco, California

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