o2h ChaiTime x CWOW | Biotech Now & Next
Join a special edition of o2h ChaiTime
Part of Cambridge Wide Open Week 2026
Theme: "Biotech Now & Next – What's Hot, What's Not & What's Next in Biotech"
The afternoon will bring together a curated audience of investors, biotech founders, strategic partners, researchers, big pharma representatives, and members of the wider life sciences ecosystem for an afternoon of high-value discussion, insight, and connection.
The Agenda
Segment 1: Pre-ChaiTime Networking Mixer
An invite-only gathering bringing together Cambridge ecosystem leaders, investors, international delegates, and key biotech stakeholders ahead of the main programme.
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Invite-Only Pre-ChaiTime Networking Mixer
Segment 2: Panel & Pitches
The main programme featuring insights from industry visionaries and rapid-fire showcases from cutting-edge biotech innovators.
2:00 PM – 2:05 PM | Intro & Welcome
2:05 PM – 2:20 PM | Fireside Chat with Shamus Husheer
2:20 PM – 2:50 PM | Panel Discussion: Biotech Now & Next – What's Hot, What's Not & What's Next in Biotech
- Jeremy Griggs, Executive Director, Search & Evaluation, Business Development at GSK
- Christopher Church PhD, MBA, Strategy and Business Development, R&D BioPharmaceuticals at AstraZeneca
- Yoshiro Shiba, Associate Director, Global Innovation at Shionogi
- Patrik Foerch, Chief Scientific Officer & Research Operations at Nxera Pharma
2:50 PM – 3:00 PM | Closing Comments
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM | Networking Break
3:15 PM – 3:20 PM | Co-Host Introductions
3:20 PM – 4:10 PM | Curated Biotech Pitch Session
Featuring selected companies from the o2h Ventures, Cancer Research Horizons, and Meltwind Advisory ecosystems.4:10 PM – 4:30 PM | Networking & Wrap-up
Please note: registrations will initially be placed on a waitlist due to limited capacity and curated attendance. Confirmed attendees will be notified separately.