BIO International Convention 2026

The BIO International Convention 2026 will take place from June 22 to 25, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center (USA). The event will be organized by the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO).

With around 20,000 participants, the BIO International Convention is the world’s leading collaboration platform for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. It brings together innovative startups, international investors, and global industry leaders, offering a unique space to network, share knowledge, and drive new projects forward.

It is the key event for the sector’s top decision-makers.

For the BIO International Convention 2026, the key focus areas include some of the fields that are transforming the biotechnology and healthcare sectors, such as artificial intelligence applied to health and digital health, cell and gene therapies, personalized medicine, and next-generation biotherapies. The program will also cover topics such as business development and investment, opportunities in emerging global markets, oncology, and rare diseases, as well as issues related to intellectual property, regulation, and commercialization. Additionally, key aspects such as translational research, patient access to treatments, and health equity will be addressed.

Benefits for Participants

• Exclusive preparatory session with IGE and UC San Diego to address challenges, market access priorities, and go-to-market strategies to strengthen your pitch.
• Turnkey service: management of booth setup, maintenance, decoration, and services so you can focus on meetings and presentations.
• Networking with U.S. partners and investors through the BIO One-on-One Partnering platform to schedule 1-to-1 meetings with research centers, universities, and companies.
• Immersion in the San Diego ecosystem through technical visits and meetings with hospitals, universities, public institutions, and companies in the sector.
• Greater credibility and visibility thanks to a booth in a prime location within a national pavilion.
• Support in preparing your partnering activities: assistance in setting up your partnering profile, preparing your key messages, and access to specialized documentation on the U.S. biotechnology sector.
• Dedicated meeting space (partnering format) with a table to meet with medical centers, companies, investors, and research institutions and strengthen business relationships.

Deadline for booth applications: closed.
Deadline for accreditation applications: until April 30.