ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026

ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026 brings together the drug discovery and life sciences community for two days of scientific discussion, technology showcases, and collaboration. Taking place at ExCeL London on October 14–15, the 2026 meeting marks 20 years of ELRIG Drug Discovery, with a program spanning next-generation biophysics, multiomics, AI-enabled drug discovery, advanced experimental approaches, microbiology, medicinal chemistry, and translational science.

Bringing together scientists from academia, biotech, pharma, and the wider technology community, the event provides an opportunity to explore both the research and emerging technologies shaping the future of drug discovery. Across scientific sessions, keynote presentations, the exhibition floor, and ELRIG’s Breakthrough Zone, attendees can discover new approaches, exchange ideas, and hear directly from experts working across the field.

Follow our coverage from ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026 for the latest scientific insights, expert interviews, technology highlights, and key developments from across the show floor. We will be speaking with researchers, industry leaders, and technology providers throughout the event to capture the ideas and innovations influencing the next generation of drug discovery.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about ELRIG Drug Discovery

What is ELRIG Drug Discovery?

ELRIG Drug Discovery is a major European conference bringing together scientists and technology providers from across the drug discovery and life sciences community. Organized by ELRIG, a not-for-profit organization, the event combines scientific presentations, technology showcases, networking, and an exhibition, with attendance free of charge.

When and where is ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026?

ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026 takes place on October 14–15, at ExCeL London, UK. The meeting marks the 20th anniversary of ELRIG Drug Discovery, with keynote sessions looking both at advances from the past two decades and the future of the field.

What topics are covered at ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026?

The 2026 scientific programme explores a broad range of emerging areas across drug discovery, including:

• Next-generation biophysics
• Cell-based models for drug discovery
• Multiomics
• AI in compound discovery and experimental design
• Microbes and medicines
• Bioconjugation approaches in oncology
• Medicinal chemistry and translational science

Who should attend ELRIG Drug Discovery?

ELRIG Drug Discovery brings together people from across academia, biotech, pharma, start-ups, and the wider technology community, including early-career scientists. The event is designed to encourage scientific exchange, collaboration, and engagement with new technologies and approaches across drug discovery.

Why attend ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026?

The event provides an opportunity to:

• Hear the latest scientific research and perspectives across drug discovery
• Explore emerging technologies and approaches
• Meet scientists and technology providers in the exhibition
• Discover emerging science and technology in the Breakthrough Zone
• Connect and exchange ideas with the wider drug discovery community

What are some of the key trends shaping drug discovery in 2026?

The ELRIG Drug Discovery 2026 program highlights several areas influencing current research, including AI-enabled discovery, advanced cellular models, multiomics, next-generation biophysics, new therapeutic modalities, and approaches designed to improve the translation of experimental research into drug discovery.