1st MENA Conference on Living Therapeutics

The inaugural MENA Conference on Living Therapeutics gathers global innovators in cell therapy, organ-on-a-chip, gene editing, and biofabrication to shape the future of living medicines. Hosted at NYU Abu Dhabi, 5–7 November 2025, the three-day program blends visionary keynotes, interactive panels, startup showcases, and practical workshops on clinical translation, regulation, and scalable manufacturing. Join researchers, clinicians, investors, and policymakers in dynamic Abu Dhabi to exchange ideas, spark collaborations, and accelerate the next generation of precise, patient-specific therapies. Convened by

• Vijayavenkataraman Sanjairaj, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, NYUAD; Global Network Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, NYU Tandon School of Engineering, NYUAD
• Andras Gyorgy, Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering and Bioengineering, NYUAD; Global Network Assistant Professor of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering,, NYU Tandon School of Engineering
• Jeremy Teo, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, NYUAD Global Network Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering,, NYU Tandon School of Engineering
• Ken-ichiro Kamei, Associate Professor, Biology and Bioengineering, NYUAD; Global Network Associate Professor of Biology, NYU