Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult Roadshow

Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult Roadshow
Wednesday 28th October 2026 | 12:00-13:00 | The Michael Smith Lecture Theatre
Followed by an opportunity to meet the Catapult representatives in a 1:1 to discuss your project (13.00-16:30)

Translation Manchester and the Innovation Factory are hosting a dedicated Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult Roadshow to connect University of Manchester researchers with expertise and support from the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult (CGTC) experts that can help accelerate the translation of innovative therapies into the clinic.

The Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult is a UK government-backed, not-for-profit innovation organisation that helps researchers and companies overcome scientific, technical, manufacturing and regulatory challenges in bringing advanced therapies closer to patients. Its specialist expertise spans process development, manufacturing, non-clinical and clinical development, regulatory affairs, health economics and market access.


Event programme
12:00pm: Welcome and introduction
12:10pm: The Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult: Supporting the UK Advanced Therapies Sector - Dr Marzena Flasza-Baron, Business Development Manager
12:25pm: Navigating the Regulatory Pathway in Development of Advanced Therapies - Christopher Rogers, Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager
12:45pm: Q&A session
1:00pm - 4:30pm: Optional 1:1 meetings with CGTC experts


Optional 1:1 meetings
A limited number of 20-minute one-to-one meetings will take place between 1:00pm and 4:30pm for researchers who would like to discuss their projects, development plans, translational challenges or opportunities to work with the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult.

If you would like a meeting, please use the separate 1:1 booking link and provide a brief description of your project. Only a few appointments are available, so slots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.  If we are unable to offer a 1:1 meeting on the day of the Roadshow, we will work with the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult team to arrange an online discussion at a later date.


Who should attend?
This event is for University of Manchester researchers, including academic researchers, clinicians, translational scientists, early-career researchers, and innovators working in cell and gene therapies, regenerative medicine, advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) or related fields.


Why attend?
- Learn how the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult supports the development and commercialisation of advanced therapies.
- Gain insight into regulatory considerations for cell and gene therapy development.
- Explore opportunities for collaboration and translational support.
- Discuss your project directly with Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult experts through an optional 1:1 meeting.


Speakers
Dr Marzena Flasza-Baron is Business Development Manager at the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult, supporting academic researchers, spinouts and companies developing cell and gene therapies through collaborative projects and commercial partnerships.

Christopher Rogers is Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager at the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult, specialising in regulatory strategy, manufacturing, quality and regulatory pathways for advanced therapy medicinal products.

Registration
Register your place here, then complete the 1:1 meeting booking form if you are interested in meeting the Catapult representatives in a 1:1 to discuss your project! The 1:1 meeting booking form can be found on the SharePoint event page and the Translation Manchester website, and will be included on the event registration confirmation page/email you will receive after completing the registration form.