Dates

    19–20 Apr 2027

    City / country

    Milan, Italy

    Venue

    Italy

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The 5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology will be held on April 19-20, 2027 in Milan, Italy.

    This event brings together global experts to discuss innovations in vaccine science, focusing on next-generation technologies and real-world impacts.

    With a rich history of successful editions, this conference serves as a platform for scientific exchange and collaboration among researchers and industry leaders.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Scale and Focus: This conference gathers global experts to discuss innovations in vaccine science and immunology.
    2. 2Organiser: Vaccines-2027 is organized by Pages Conferences, with registration available on their official website.
    3. 3Buyer Authority: Attendees include vaccine researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders.
    4. 4Entry: Registration is required, with various fee categories available.
    5. 5Location: 5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology takes place in Milan, Italy. Venue: Italy. Scheduled 2027-04-19 to 2027-04-20.

    Why visit

    Attendees will have the opportunity to network with leading experts in vaccine research and development. The conference will feature cutting-edge presentations and discussions on the latest advancements in immunology and vaccine technologies. Participants can also present their own research and engage in meaningful collaborations.

    Why exhibit

    Meet qualified buyers and partners including Vaccine manufacturers and developers, Biotechnology firms specializing in immunology,. Attendees include vaccine researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Vaccine R&D scientists working on antigen design, mRNA and viral-vector platforms
    Immunologists and vaccinologists running preclinical and translational studies
    Virologists and microbiologists tracking pathogen variation and immune escape
    Clinical investigators and site coordinators running phase I-III vaccine trials
    Public health officials and national immunisation programme managers
    Regulatory affairs and pharmacovigilance specialists handling vaccine licensing and safety follow-up
    Bioprocess, CMC and quality-control staff from vaccine manufacturing and fill-finish sites
    Adjuvant, delivery-system and assay-reagent suppliers scouting academic and biotech partners
    CRO, CDMO and clinical logistics providers serving vaccine sponsors
    Biotech and pharma business development, licensing and alliance managers
    Postdoctoral researchers and doctoral candidates presenting poster work
    Technology transfer and research grants office staff from universities and institutes

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Vaccine manufacturers and developers
    Biotechnology firms specializing in immunology
    Pharmaceutical companies focused on vaccine research
    Healthcare technology providers
    Research institutions and universities
    Consulting firms in vaccine development

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Next-generation vaccine technologies
    Immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases
    Cancer vaccines and therapeutic immunology
    Vaccine delivery systems and adjuvants
    Clinical trial solutions for vaccine development
    Regulatory affairs and compliance in vaccine research

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

    Italy

    Milan, Italy

    Facilities

    Parking

    Italy in Milan typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Food options

    On-site catering

    On-site dining

    Parking: Italy in Milan typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.

    Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Italy for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    • Speaker

      749
    • Poster

      449
    • Delegate/Listener

      899
    • Student Delegate/Listener

      299
    • Virtual

      199
    • Accompanying Person

      249
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    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Milan, Italy

    Why it matters

    On 2027-04-19 to 2027-04-20, 5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology in Milan covering Next-generation vaccine technologies, Immunotherapeutics for infectious diseases, Cancer vaccines and therapeutic immuno gives trade buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.

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    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · EUR

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    MXP

    Milan Malpensa Airport

    Best choice for long-haul arrivals. Malpensa Express rail and Malpensa shuttle buses feed Milano Centrale, where metro M1, M2 and M3 continue across the city; taxi transfers use a fixed city fare band. Confirm the final venue address with the organiser before choosing the onward leg

    Main intercontinental gateway for Milan, roughly 50 km north-west of the city centre

    to venue

    40-55 min to central Milan off-peak by road; Malpensa Express train to Milano Centrale or Cadorna in a comparable time

    by car

    LIN

    Milan Linate Airport

    Fastest airport for the city centre. Bus 73 connects Linate with San Babila, where metro M1 and M4 continue across Milan; taxis are quicker with luggage. Useful if you are coming from a European hub and want a short transfer

    City airport on the eastern edge of Milan, about 7 km from the Duomo

    to venue

    25-40 min to central Milan off-peak by road

    by car

    BGY

    Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport

    Low-cost carrier base. Airport shuttle coaches run to Milano Centrale and Lambrate, and road transfers are longer and more expensive than from Linate. Workable for a short trip if the fare saving outweighs the transfer time

    About 55 km north-east of Milan

    to venue

    50-70 min by road to central Milan, depending on traffic

    by car

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Babila Hostel & Bistrot

    budget
    Milan city centre

    USD 70–110 / night

    2-star hostel with free breakfast and Wi-Fi, bar and restaurant and kitchen in some rooms. The cheapest captured option within walking distance of the historic centre, best suited to students and poster presenters travelling on a tight budget.

    B&B Hotel Milano Sesto

    budget
    Sesto San Giovanni, north-east Milan

    USD 95–130 / night

    3-star hotel with a 4.2 guest rating, free breakfast, free parking, air conditioning and pet-friendly policy. Good value on the northern side of the city with metro and suburban rail links toward the centre.

    Cosmo Hotel Palace

    midscale
    Cinisello Balsamo, north-east Milan

    USD 120–170 / night

    4-star hotel with a 4.1 guest rating, free breakfast, Wi-Fi and parking, fitness centre, bar and restaurant. Balanced pick if you want to stay outside the historic centre but still eat and work on site after the sessions.

    Crowne Plaza Milan - Linate by IHG

    upscale
    Linate Airport / east Milan

    USD 150–220 / night

    4-star airport hotel with paid breakfast and parking, free Wi-Fi, fitness centre, restaurant and room service. Practical if you fly into or out of Linate, less convenient for evening meetings in the centre.

    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    metro

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forATM metro M1 (red line) single journey across Milan

    Standard ATM ticket valid for 90 minutes across metro, tram and bus inside the urban zone. M1 runs from the centre toward the north-western exhibition and business districts; buy at machines or via the ATM app to avoid queues on the first morning.

    tram

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMilan city-centre tram and bus network

    Historic tram lines crisscross the centre within walking distance of most hotels. Validate the ticket on board or at the gate; inspectors fine unvalidated tickets.

    rail

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMalpensa Express, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Milano Centrale or Cadorna

    Fastest non-road link from the airport into the city, with several departures per hour through the day. From Milano Centrale use metro M2 or M3 to reach the hotel district.

    shuttle_bus

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMalpensa shuttle coach, MXP terminals to Milano Centrale

    Cheaper than the train with more luggage space, but subject to road traffic. Allow extra time on weekday mornings.

    taxi

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Italy

    40-55 min off-peak. Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals and confirm the fixed city fare before departure; unlicensed drivers approaching inside the terminal should be ignored.

    taxi

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMilan Linate Airport (LIN) to Italy

    25-40 min off-peak depending on traffic. The shortest and cheapest airport taxi run of the three Milan airports.

    bus

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forBus 73 and metro M4, Linate Airport to the city centre

    Bus 73 runs to San Babila, where metro lines continue across Milan. The metro M4 extension also links Linate with the centre and is the cheapest airport-city option.

    shuttle_bus

    Estimated costCost TBA
    Best forMilan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY) to Italy

    50-70 min by road plus terminal transfer. Frequent coach departures from both terminals; pre-book for late arrivals.

    Weather

    April in Milan is mild spring weather in the Po Valley. Expect afternoon highs typically around 18-19 C and overnight lows around 8-10 C, with a genuine chance of rain on roughly 9-11 days of the month and total rainfall commonly in the 70-90 mm range. Showers can be heavy but usually short, and mornings are often cooler than the midday temperature suggests. Nothing here is a forecast for 19-20 April 2027: check a reliable forecast 7-10 days before travel and pack a compact umbrella and a light water-resistant layer.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Milan has dense 4G and 5G mobile coverage across the centre and the exhibition districts. Visitors roaming on an EU/EEA tariff normally pay domestic rates under roam-like-at-home rules; travellers from outside the EU should buy a local prepaid SIM or eSIM from TIM, Vodafone, WindTre or Iliad, which requires passport identification at the point of sale. Hotel and venue Wi-Fi is common but bandwidth in crowded conference rooms is unreliable for video calls, so download session material in advance and plan to use a phone hotspot for anything urgent. Italy uses 230 V at 50 Hz with type L and type F sockets, so bring a universal adapter for laptops and test equipment.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Language at the meeting

    Scientific sessions at international vaccine meetings in Milan are normally delivered in English, while Italian is the everyday language in hotels, restaurants and taxis. A few words of Italian for greetings and thanks go a long way with service staff.

    Business etiquette

    Milanese professional culture is relatively formal at first contact: a handshake, a business card and a short introduction of your organisation and role are expected. Punctuality matters for meetings, and coffee is usually taken standing at the bar rather than during a long sit-down.

    Money and payments

    The euro is the local currency and contactless cards are accepted almost everywhere, including transit ticket machines and taxi apps. Keep EUR 20-30 in cash for small cafes and for taxis whose card reader is out of service.

    Public holidays around the dates

    Easter Sunday falls on 28 March 2027 and Easter Monday on 29 March, and Liberation Day is 25 April, so 19-20 April sit in an ordinary working week. Confirm any bridge-day closures with your hotel and the organiser if you extend your stay.

    Meal timings

    Restaurants typically open for dinner from about 19:30 and kitchens run late. If you want a table for a group after a session, reserve in advance; aperitivo between 18:00 and 20:00 is the usual local slot for informal meetings.

    Getting around safely

    Milan is a walkable, generally safe city, but pickpocketing occurs on crowded trams, the metro and around the Duomo. Keep bags zipped in front of you, ignore unsolicited help at ticket machines, and use official taxi ranks or ride-hail apps after dark.

    Dress and practicalities

    Smart casual is the norm for scientific conferences, with a jacket for speaker sessions and evening dinners. April weather calls for layers, and comfortable shoes matter for a two-day programme spread across a venue and the city.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: MXP

    Book for arrival on 18 or early on 19 April 2027 and departure on the evening of 20 or on 21 April, and favour flexible tickets: Asia-Pacific routings carried air traffic disruption advisories in the searches behind this listing. Milan Malpensa (MXP) serves the widest long-haul network, Linate (LIN) is the fastest into the city from European hubs, and Bergamo (BGY) is the low-cost option with a longer transfer. Fares in flight searches appeared in EUR with taxes included for one adult; economy return bands from London, New York, Tokyo, Singapore and Sydney are approximate and should be rechecked before purchase. Confirm the final venue with the organiser before committing to non-refundable fares, and check baggage allowances if you are carrying poster tubes or demonstration kit.

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): 40-55 min to central Milan off-peak by road; Malpensa Express train to Milano Centrale or Cadorna in a comparable time; Milan Linate Airport (LIN): 25-40 min to central Milan off-peak by road; Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport (BGY): 50-70 min by road to central Milan, depending on traffic. Allow road or rail time to Italy; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Italy: Milan city centre: Babila Hostel & Bistrot; Sesto San Giovanni, north-east Milan: B&B Hotel Milano Sesto; Cinisello Balsamo, north-east Milan: Cosmo Hotel Palace.

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing in Milan works through Uber (which operates taxi and black-car options) alongside local apps such as FreeNow, itTaxi and Wetaxi, all of which dispatch licensed white taxis. Airport pick-ups are easiest from the marked ranks outside arrivals rather than pre-booking a car, and fixed city fares apply from Malpensa. Expect surge-free but traffic-dependent journeys of roughly EUR 12-20 across the centre; confirm the fare in the app before confirming and keep the driver's licence plate on screen.

    Public transit: Milan's public transport is run by ATM and covers four metro lines (M1 red, M2 green, M3 yellow, M5 lilac), an extensive tram and bus network and suburban rail links. A standard urban ticket costs roughly EUR 2.20 and is valid for 90 minutes across metro, tram and bus inside the city boundary, with day and multi-day passes available from machines, the ATM app and tobacconists. M1 runs from the centre toward the north-western exhibition and business districts, M4 connects Linate Airport with the centre, and the Malpensa Express and Trenord regional services cover the airports and hinterland. Validate every ticket and expect ticket checks; allow extra time on the first morning of the meeting when the metro is busy.

    Parking: Parking in central Milan is scarce and expensive, and weekday traffic in the historic centre falls under the Area C congestion charge. The large exhibition and business districts on the northern and north-western edge of the city have paid car parks with daily tariffs in the region of EUR 15-20, which is the realistic option if you drive to the venue. Hotel car parks are limited to specific properties such as the B&B Hotel Milano Sesto and Cosmo Hotel Palace, so confirm a space with your booking. For a two-day scientific meeting, public transport is generally faster and cheaper than driving, particularly across the 19-20 April dates.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: April 2027 in Milan, northern Italy: mild spring conditions in the Po Valley as the meeting runs on 19-20 April.

    Temperature: Typical April range is about 8-10 C overnight to 18-19 C in the afternoon, with warmer spikes possible and cooler mornings near the airports. Treat these as climatological norms rather than a forecast, and check the actual outlook for 19-20 April 2027 about a week before you fly.

    Seasonality: April is one of Milan's wetter months: roughly 70-90 mm of rain spread across about 9-11 rain days, often as short heavy showers rather than all-day drizzle. Daylight lasts well into the evening, so late afternoon poster sessions finish in daylight even when the day has been wet.

    Packing: Pack layers: a light sweater or jacket for the 18-19 C afternoons, a warmer mid-layer for the 8-10 C mornings and air-conditioned session rooms, and a compact umbrella plus water-resistant shoes for wet pavements between hotel and venue. Bring a universal power adapter for Italy's type L and type F sockets at 230 V, a small bag for a laptop and poster tube if you are presenting, and smart casual clothing for sessions with a jacket for speaker slots or evening dinners.

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)

    Mid-show days at 5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.

    Day 1

    T-14: book flights and the Milan arrival mode

    Day 2

    T-12: reserve a cancellable hotel

    Day 3

    T-10: sort entry documents

    Day 4

    T-10: plan the scientific agenda

    Day 5

    T-7: arrange meetings

    Day 6

    T-7: download tickets and offline maps; T-5: prepare your materials

    Day 7

    T-3: check weather and packing

    Day 8

    T-2: confirm local details

    Day 9

    T-1: travel day

    Day 10

    19-20 April 2027: on site

    Day 11

    T-14 (around 5 April 2027): lock in registration

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Day 1 · morning

    Registration and hall orientation at Italy

    Day 2 · core sessions

    Supplier meetings and product demos

    Day 3 · wrap-up

    Final negotiations and follow-up

    Networking spots

    2

    5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology registration concourse

    Italy

    Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.

    Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)

    Italy

    Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

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    Estimated budget
    Live estimate
    • Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
    • Per diem × 2€150.00
    Estimated total€340.00

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    visitor · General admission

    EUR 749 / per person

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    Decision

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    Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.

    Best for

    Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Next-generation vaccine technologies and Immunotherapeutics for infectious disea solutions and benchmarking suppliers at 5th International Conference on Vaccine Research, Development & Immunology in Milan.

    Min. budget

    $1,446.00

    Timeline

    4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.

    Risks

    Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.

    exhibit

    You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.

    Best for

    Brands and manufacturers launching Next-generation vaccine technologies and Immunotherapeutics for infectious disea products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.

    Min. budget

    $6,507.00

    Timeline

    3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.

    Risks

    Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.

    skip

    Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.

    Best for

    Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Milan show week.

    Timeline

    N/A

    Risks

    Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.

    FAQs & glossary

    Answers

    Frequently asked

    What is Vaccines-2027 and where is it listed?
    Vaccines-2027 is a two-day scientific meeting on vaccine research, immunology and vaccine development, listed on vaccinesresearch2027.pagesconferences.org. The site is the reference point for the programme, registration categories and organiser contact details; confirm any item you plan to rely on directly with the organiser before booking travel.
    When and where does Vaccines-2027 take place?
    The meeting is scheduled for 19-20 April 2027 in Milan, Italy. The specific venue and room allocation are not stated in the material available, so confirm the address and access instructions with the organiser before you choose a hotel or an airport transfer.
    Who is the audience at a vaccine research meeting like this?
    Expect a scientific and translational audience: immunologists, virologists, vaccine R&D scientists, clinical investigators and trial site staff, public health immunisation managers, regulatory and pharmacovigilance specialists, plus bioprocess and CMC staff from manufacturers. Suppliers of adjuvants, delivery systems, assays and clinical services also attend.
    What registration categories are published for Vaccines-2027?
    The organiser lists Speaker registration at EUR 749, Poster at EUR 449, Delegate/Listener at EUR 899, Student Delegate/Listener at EUR 299, Virtual at EUR 199 and Accompanying Person at EUR 249. Confirm what each category includes, and any cut-off dates, on the registration page before paying.
    Can I take part virtually?
    Yes, a Virtual registration category is listed at EUR 199, which suggests remote attendance is supported. Check with the organiser whether virtual delegates get live session access only or recorded content afterwards, and whether a virtual ticket can be paired with a poster submission.
    How do I submit an abstract or secure a speaker slot?
    The registration structure separates Speaker, Poster and Delegate categories, which is the usual route into the programme. Abstract submission windows and acceptance dates are not published in the available material, so request the current call for abstracts and the deadline in writing from the organiser before planning your trip around a presentation.
    Is the conference delivered in English?
    International vaccine research meetings in Milan are normally conducted in English, and the organiser site is in English. If you need confirmation for a specific session format, ask the organiser directly.
    Which Milan airport should I fly into?
    Milan Malpensa (MXP) has the widest long-haul network and connects to the city by the Malpensa Express train and shuttle buses, typically 40-55 minutes to the centre. Milan Linate (LIN) is closest to the city and quickest to reach, and Milan Bergamo (BGY) is the low-cost option roughly 50-70 minutes away by road. Choose based on your flight connections, then plan the final leg to the confirmed venue.
    Do I need a visa to attend in Italy?
    Italy is in the Schengen Area. Many nationalities can enter visa-free for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period, while others need a Schengen short-stay visa before travelling. Check your own passport against the current Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs rules, apply well ahead, and ask the organiser whether an invitation letter can be issued to support an application.
    Where should I stay in Milan for a two-day meeting?
    Central Milan around Milano Centrale and the Duomo gives the best transport flexibility and restaurant choice; the Sesto San Giovanni and Cinisello Balsamo districts to the north-east offer lower rates and are on the metro M1 corridor; Linate-area hotels suit early departures. April is a busy month in Milan, so reserve a cancellable rate early and confirm the final venue before fixing the location.
    How do I get around Milan during the meeting?
    ATM metro, tram and bus tickets are the simplest option and cover the M1 line that serves the northern exhibition and business districts. Taxis from Malpensa run on a fixed city fare band, while Linate and Bergamo are cheaper by road. Allow extra time on the first morning for ticket purchase and security screening at the venue.

    Glossary

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    Adjuvant
    An ingredient added to a vaccine to strengthen and shape the immune response to the antigen, allowing smaller doses or fewer injections. Adjuvant discovery and comparison is a recurring theme at vaccine research meetings such as Vaccines-2027.
    2
    Antigen
    The part of a pathogen - protein, polysaccharide, inactivated virus or encoded sequence - that the immune system recognises and that the vaccine is designed to present.
    3
    mRNA vaccine platform
    A vaccine format that delivers a messenger RNA sequence instructing host cells to produce an antigen temporarily. Discussions around it typically cover lipid nanoparticle delivery, thermostability and manufacturing scale-up.
    4
    Viral vector vaccine
    A vaccine that uses a harmless carrier virus to deliver genetic instructions for an antigen. Vector immunity, dosing regimens and manufacturing yield are the usual practical constraints discussed.
    5
    Immunogenicity
    The ability of a vaccine to provoke a measurable immune response, assessed by antibody titres, cell-mediated assays and functional tests before efficacy can be claimed.
    6
    Neutralizing antibody
    An antibody that blocks a pathogen from entering host cells. Titres are measured in functional assays and often used as a bridge between laboratory data and protection.
    7
    Correlate of protection
    A measurable immune marker that statistically predicts protection against disease. Establishing one can support accelerated licensure and reduce the size of later-stage trials.
    8
    Prime-boost regimen
    A dosing schedule in which an initial priming dose is followed by a booster, sometimes with a different platform, to raise magnitude and durability of the response.
    9
    Reactogenicity
    The expected local and systemic reactions (soreness, fever, fatigue) observed shortly after vaccination, monitored in early-phase trials separately from serious adverse events.
    10
    CMC (chemistry, manufacturing and controls)
    The technical package describing how a vaccine is produced, characterised and released. CMC gaps are a common reason vaccine programmes slip between phase II and phase III.
    11
    GMP
    Good Manufacturing Practice, the regulatory standard for pharmaceutical production. Clinical-grade vaccine supply for trials must be manufactured under GMP at an authorised facility.
    12
    Potency assay
    A lot-release test that confirms each manufactured batch has the intended biological activity, usually combining an in vitro readout with an animal or cell-based reference method.
    13
    Cold chain
    The temperature-controlled distribution path from manufacturing to vaccination. Stability data and excursion management are decisive for vaccines deployed outside well-resourced health systems.
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    Seroconversion and seroprevalence
    Seroconversion is the shift from negative to positive antibody status after vaccination or infection; seroprevalence is the proportion of a population carrying antibodies, used for immunisation planning.
    15
    CTA / IND
    The clinical trial application or investigational new drug filing submitted to a regulator before first-in-human testing. Timelines and data packages differ between the EU and the US.

    Also known as

    Alternate names and search phrases for this event.

    • International Conference 2027
    • International Conference Milan 2027
    • Vaccine Research 2027
    • Vaccine Research Milan 2027
    • Development 2027
    • Development Milan 2027
    • Immunology 2027
    • Immunology Milan 2027
    • Milan Italy
    • Next-generation vaccine technologies

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