FBLD 2024 Program
FBLD 2024 is packed with worldwide discovery.
1:30 pm
Registration desk opens
Stone Lobby
2:00 pm
Workshop: Introduction to Fragment-Based Design
Dr. Dan Erlanson, Frontier Medicines
Dr. Ben Davis, Vernalis Research
Are you new to fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) and wondering what all the excitement is about? Or a long-time practitioner looking for the latest developments? Either way, join Ben Davis (Vernalis) and Dan Erlanson (Frontier Medicines) to discuss both theory and practice, including fragment screening, fragment validation and characterization, plus case studies in FBDD. Questions and comments are welcome!
3rd Floor Conference Room & Terrace Lounge
5:00 pm
Exhibition opens
Metcall Hall
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Networking Welcome Reception
Ziskind Lounge
We are delighted to invite you to join us for our Networking Welcome Reception in the Ziskind Lounge. This reception will be an excellent opportunity to mingle with fellow attendees, speakers, and industry leaders in a relaxed and informal setting. Please come and enjoy an evening of networking, drinks, and finger food as we kick off what promises to be an exciting conference.
8:00 am
Registration desk opens
Stone Lobby
8:00 am
Poster Breakfast
Ziskind Lounge
Session 1 – Fragments Past and Present
8:30 am to 10:30 am
Metcalf Hall
8:30 am
8:45 am
9:30 am
Welcome Note
Opening Keynote – Dr. David Rees, Astex Pharmaceuticals
Presentations
10:30 am
Networking Break
Ziskind Lounge
Session 2 – Methods
11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Metcalf Hall
11:00
Presentations
Metcalf Hall
12:15 pm
Networking Lunch
Ziskind Lounge
12:30 pm
Lunchtime Workshop – presented by Chemical Computing Group
Fragment-based Design: Scaffold Hopping, Fragment Growing and Bioisosteric Replacements
Terrace Lounge Room
Session 3 – Crystallography
2:00 pm to 3:45 pm
Metcalf Hall
2:00 pm
Presentations
3:45 pm
Networking Break
Ziskind Lounge
Session 4 – Computational I
4:15 pm to 5:30 pm
Metcalf Hall
4:15 pm
Presentations
5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Poster Session & Poster Flash Talks
Ziskind Lounge
Join us for a drink and finger food during our poster and networking session. Make the most of the chance to talk to the speakers and fellow delegates. Discover more collaboration opportunities or get answers to your burning questions on fragment-based lead discovery that go beyond the topics discussed today.
8:00 am
Poster Breakfast
Ziskind Lounge
Session 5 – Success Stories
8:45 am to 10:15 am
Metcalf Hall
8:45 am
Presentations
Metcalf Hall
10:15 am
Networking Break
Ziskind Lounge
Session 6
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Metcalf Hall
11:00 am
Presentations
12:30 pm
Networking Lunch
Ziskind Lounge
Session 7 – Fragments against SARS-CoV-2
1:45 pm to 3:15 pm
Metcalf Hall
1:45 pm
Presentations
3:15 pm
Networking Break
Ziskind Lounge
Session 8 – SARS-CoV-2 and Beyond
3:45 pm to 5:30 pm
Metcalf Hall
3:45 pm
Presentations
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Conference Dinner
Nightshift Brewing
Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking and dinner at Night Shift Brewing at Boston’s Lovejoy Wharf. Overlooking the Boston Harbour, Zakim Bridge and neighbouring Charlestown, this venue provides an excellent opportunity to delve further into today’s topics. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this renowned craft brewery. Savour delicious local brews and gourmet bites while fostering your network. Whether you’re forging new partnerships or exchanging ideas, the conference dinner promises to be an inspiring and engaging event.
8:00 am
Poster Breakfast
Ziskind Lounge
Session 9 – Finding New Sites with Fragments
9:00 am to 10:15 am
Metcalf Hall
9:00 am
Presentations
10:15 am
Networking Break
Ziskind Lounge
Session 10 – Fragments in the Future
11:00 am to 12:45 pm
Metcall Hall
11:15
12:15 pm
1:00 pm
Presentations
Closing Keynote – Prof. Michelle Arkin, University of California, San Francisco
End of FBLD 2024