5th Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety Conference in Madrid

The 2026 Program

Day 1April 29, 2025

8:20 AM

Registration and Morning Coffee

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Registration

8:55 AM

Opening Remarks From The Organizer and Chair

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Opening

9:00 AM

Ice-Breaking and Networking Activity

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Ice-Braking

Pav Rishiraj, Director, Head of Pharmacovigilance (UK) at Ipsen

9:10 AM

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Pharmacovigilance: A Holistic Perspective on Current Challenges and Future Solutions

by Pav Rishiraj Director, Head of Pharmacovigilance (UK) - Ipsen

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Keynote

Pharmacovigilance is at the forefront of ensuring patient safety in an increasingly complex healthcare landscape. This keynote presentation will provide a holistic overview of the current challenges facing pharmacovigilance professionals, including regulatory complexities, evolving technologies, and the growing demand for real-world evidence. Attendees will gain insights into emerging trends, practical strategies for overcoming obstacles, and a forward-looking perspective on shaping the future of drug safety. This session aims to set the tone for collaborative discussions and innovative solutions throughout the conference.

09:50 AM

Qinecsa Presentation

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Keynote

TBA

10:30 AM

Coffee Break

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Coffee

Jorgen Matz , Head, Global Clinical Quality and Pharmacovigilance at InsudPharma

11:00 AM

Practical Examples of Implementing AI tools in Pharmacovigilance

by Jorgen Matz Head, Global Clinical Quality and Pharmacovigilance - InsudPharma

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Keynote

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of pharmacovigilance, offering innovative solutions to enhance drug safety monitoring and streamline complex processes. This presentation will explore practical examples of how AI tools are being implemented in pharmacovigilance, like its use in processes around literature management, improving signal detection surveillance and management of meta data across multiple documents.

- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of pharmacovigilance.
- AI offers innovative solutions to enhance drug safety monitoring and streamline complex processes.
- This presentation will explore practical examples of AI tool implementation in pharmacovigilance, including:
- Use of AI in literature management processes.
- Improving signal detection surveillance.
- Management of metadata across multiple documents.

Felix Arellano, Global Head of Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety at Roche

11:40 AM

Roche's Keynote

by Felix Arellano Global Head of Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety - Roche

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Keynote

TBA

12:20 PM

Lunch

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Lunch

13:40 PM

Standup Discussion

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Roundtable

All participants will be divided in 3 groups to discuss one of the below topics:
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1 - Will AI Replace Case Processing? A Candid Debate on the Future of PV Operations
2 - Global Safety Regulations: Converging Standards or Fragmenting Expectations?
3 - The Future PV Workforce: New Skills for an AI-Enabled Reality

Matilde Solares, A4ssociate Director, Global Pharmacovigilance Compliance and Business Management (Audit & Inspection Readiness) at Otsuka

14:20 PM

Mastering PV Excellence: Audit & Inspection Readiness in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

by Matilde Solares Associate Director, Global Pharmacovigilance Compliance and Business Management (Audit & Inspection Readiness)- Otsuka

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Keynote

PV audits and inspections are no longer episodic—they demand constant vigilance and operational excellence. Join Matilde Soares as she explores key regulatory expectations, common pitfalls, and practical frameworks for maintaining a state of control in pharmacovigilance systems while driving business efficiency and compliance culture.

15:00 PM

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Keynote

Effective PV vendor management goes far beyond contract signatures. This presentation highlights the essential elements of transparent collaboration, proactive communication, and robust oversight to ensure that every partner contributes to patient safety and regulatory success.

16:10 PM

Coffee Break

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Coffee

Lizanne Pistorius, Head of Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance at Boehringer Ingelheim

16:40 PM

Boehringer Ingelheim's Keynote

by Lizanne Pistorius Head of Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance - Boehringer Ingelheim

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Keynote

TBA

17:20 PM

AI-Integrated PV Operations: Automation, Oversight & Trust

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Panel

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18:00 PM

Cocktail Reception

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Cocktail

Day 2April 30, 2025

8:30 AM

Registration and Morning Coffee

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Registration

8:55 AM

Opening Remarks From The Organizer and Chair

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Opening

Yvonne Nanciu, PV Country Head Germany and Deputy EU QPPV at Bayer

09:00 AM

PV Reimagined: The Center of Patient Trust and Product Stewardship

by Yvonne Nanciu PV Country Head Germany and Deputy EU QPPV - Bayer

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Keynote

As the role of pharmacovigilance expands beyond compliance, PV is increasingly recognized as a strategic function that safeguards patient trust and drives responsible product stewardship. This session explores how innovative technologies, evolving regulatory expectations, and patient-centric data models are reshaping PV.

Dimitris Zampatis, Director Product Patient Safety-TA Oncology and Immunology at Sandoz

09:40 AM

Signal Management in the New AI Era

by Dimitris Zampatis Director Product Patient Safety-TA Oncology and Immunology - Sandoz

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Keynote

Artificial intelligence is reshaping how safety teams detect, evaluate, and act on potential risks. This session will explore how advanced analytics and automation are accelerating signal identification, improving prioritization, and enhancing decision-making accuracy—while addressing the challenges of validation, transparency, and regulatory confidence. Discover how AI-powered signal management can unlock faster insights and stronger patient protection in a complex global safety landscape.

10:20 AM

Coffee

Tarik Messaoud, Medical Director, Drug Safety at Iovance Biotherapeutics

11:30 AM

Adoptive Cell Therapy in Cancer Treatment: Breakthroughs, Safety Challenges, and What’s Next Innovation Showcase

by Tarik Messaoud Medical Director, Drug Safety - Iovance Biotherapeutics

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Keynote

Insightful session on the cutting edge of adoptive cell therapy (ACT) — from tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes (TIL) to engineered T-cell receptors (TCR) and chimeric antigen receptors (CAR). We will highlight landmark successes, including FDA-approved CD19-directed CAR T-cell therapy in hematologic cancers, and take a closer look at the safety challenges that come with these powerful treatments. Discover how advances in managing toxicity are shaping the next generation of ACT and its expanding role in oncology.

Dr Maha Lakshmi Elluri, Global Safety Director, EEA and UK QPPV at Indivior

12:10 PM

Indivior's Keynote

by Dr Maha Lakshmi Elluri Global Safety Director, EEA and UK QPPV - Indivior

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Keynote

TBA

12:50 PM

Lunch

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Lunch

14:20 PM

Standup Discussion

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Keynote

All participants will be divided in 3 groups to discuss one of the below topics:

1 - Patient-Centric Pharmacovigilance: Listening, Detecting & Acting Faster
2 - Risk Management Plans 2.0: Proactive & Predictive Safety Strategies
3 - Signal Detection at Scale: Leveraging RWE, Wearables & Non-Traditional Data

Alex Bica, Global Head of Early Development and Translational Safety at CSL

15:00 PM

CSL's Presentation

by Alex Bica Global Head of Early Development and Translational Safety - CSL

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Keynote

TBA

15:40 PM

Closing Remarks

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Coffee

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Can I share my event ticket with another person?

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What happens if the conference is cancelled due to unforeseen events?

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In the unlikely event that the conference cannot take place due to circumstances beyond our control — such as natural disasters, social unrest, or other extraordinary situations — your registration will be automatically transferred to our next annual edition at no additional cost.

What if I lose my badge?

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No worries, we can print another one for you in the hotel.

What is the attire at the events?

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Our recommended dress code for our events is business or smart casual. Please note that the conference room can be a bit chilly, so we suggest bringing a sweater for added comfort.

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What is the cancelation policy?

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If you need to cancel, we’re unable to offer refunds for the amount paid. However, we’re happy to provide full credit towards a future event. Alternatively, you’re welcome to have a colleague attending in your place.

When do I get my badge?

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Your registration packet will be available for pickup at the conference/event registration desk. Only the registered attendee may pick up their registration packet.

What is included in the ticket pricing?

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The ticket price includes executive lunches and coffee breaks, a cocktail reception, a promotional kit, access to professional photos taken by the conference photographer, and full access to the entire conference for both days.

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The 2026 Program

8:20 AM

Registration and Morning Coffee

8:55 AM

Opening Remarks From The Organizer and Chair

9:00 AM

Ice-Breaking and Networking Activity

9:10 AM

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Pharmacovigilance: A Holistic Perspective on Current Challenges and Future Solutions

by Pav Rishiraj Director, Head of Pharmacovigilance (UK) - Ipsen

09:50 AM

Qinecsa Presentation

10:30 AM

Coffee Break

11:00 AM

Practical Examples of Implementing AI tools in Pharmacovigilance

by Jorgen Matz Head, Global Clinical Quality and Pharmacovigilance - InsudPharma

11:40 AM

Roche's Keynote

by Felix Arellano Global Head of Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety - Roche

12:20 PM

Lunch

13:40 PM

Standup Discussion

14:20 PM

Mastering PV Excellence: Audit & Inspection Readiness in a Rapidly Evolving Landscape

by Matilde Solares Associate Director, Global Pharmacovigilance Compliance and Business Management (Audit & Inspection Readiness)- Otsuka

15:00 PM

Sponsored Slot

15:30 PM

Strengthening PV Through Smart Vendor Management

by Valentina Mancini Senior Director Pharmacovigilance, QPPV - Shionogi

16:10 PM

Coffee Break

16:40 PM

Boehringer Ingelheim's Keynote

by Lizanne Pistorius Head of Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance - Boehringer Ingelheim

17:20 PM

AI-Integrated PV Operations: Automation, Oversight & Trust

18:00 PM

Cocktail Reception

8:30 AM

Registration and Morning Coffee

8:55 AM

Opening Remarks From The Organizer and Chair

09:00 AM

PV Reimagined: The Center of Patient Trust and Product Stewardship

by Yvonne Nanciu PV Country Head Germany and Deputy EU QPPV - Bayer

09:40 AM

Signal Management in the New AI Era

by Dimitris Zampatis Director Product Patient Safety-TA Oncology and Immunology - Sandoz

10:20 AM

Sponsored Slot

11:00 AM

Coffee Break

11:30 AM

Adoptive Cell Therapy in Cancer Treatment: Breakthroughs, Safety Challenges, and What’s Next Innovation Showcase

by Tarik Messaoud Medical Director, Drug Safety - Iovance Biotherapeutics

12:10 PM

Indivior's Keynote

by Dr Maha Lakshmi Elluri Global Safety Director, EEA and UK QPPV - Indivior

12:50 PM

Lunch

14:20 PM

Standup Discussion

15:00 PM

CSL's Presentation

by Alex Bica Global Head of Early Development and Translational Safety - CSL

15:40 PM

Closing Remarks

Customers Frenquently Ask

FAQ

Can I buy tickets offline? How?​

Can I share my event ticket with another person?

What happens if the conference is cancelled due to unforeseen events?

What if I lose my badge?

What is the attire at the events?

What does UBIQ events do?

Safeguarding Patients
Through Innovation
and Compliance

Can I buy tickets offline? How?

Can I purchase tickets at the door/gate/entrance?