Ligand-binding assays at EBF 2026

Nov 17–19, 2026 Barcelona, Spain ~800 attendees Website

17 organizations at EBF 2026 present work in ligand-binding assays (PK and biomarkers): 15 CROs and suppliers and 2 drug developers. Between them they bring 33 presentations to the program. Most represented: Roche (9 on the program), BioAgilytix (4 on the program), Nuvisan (3 on the program). 16 of them have their own page in this guide. As of Oct 13, 2026.

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Organization	EBF 2026 Attendance
Roche Basel, Switzerland
roche.com Pharma Pharmaceutical and diagnostics group developing medicines in oncology, immunology, neuroscience and ophthalmology, alongside its Roche Diagnostics business.	Talk Tue Nov 17 11:30–11:50am Part of Session 2: Smarter Workflows: From Implementation to Scientific Confidence Clinical Speed meets GLP Rigor: Upgrading an IVD Immunoanalyzer for High-Throughput PK/PD Analysis in a Bioanalytical Laboratory - Lessons Learnt Automation & AI · Ligand binding Talk Tue Nov 17 2:40–3pm Part of Session 5: Expanding LC–MS Bioanalysis: New Modalities, Advanced Workflows and Multi-Omics LC-MS Bioanalysis of Lipid Conjugated siRNAs: Analytical Challenges and Novel Approaches New modalities · LC–MS Talk Tue Nov 17 5:20–5:40pm Part of Session 7: BM CoU in practice Navigating Soluble Biomarker Complexity: Challenges, Assay Strategy, and Case Studies Biomarkers Talk Wed Nov 18 9–9:20am Part of Session 10: Bioanalysis Beyond Conventional Matrices From First-in-Human to Multi-Site Trials: Practical Bioanalytical Strategies to Preserve CSF Pharmacokinetic Data for Highly Adsorptive Molecules Sampling Talk Wed Nov 18 9:20–9:40am Part of Session 12: Assay life cycle Assay Lifecycle in Practice: Strategic Stewardship, Change Control, and Revalidation Case Studies Regulation Talk Wed Nov 18 9:40–10am Part of Session 10: Bioanalysis Beyond Conventional Matrices Operationalizing Unstable Biomarkers: How Biosample Operations and Bioanalysis Enable Successful Scale-Up from Single-Site to Multi-Site Clinical Trials Biomarkers · Sampling Talk Wed Nov 18 5–5:20pm Part of Workshop 10: ADA - Adaptive Tier Overcoming the 3-Tier ADA Testing Paradigm via Mechanistic Assay Understanding Immunogenicity Talk Thu Nov 19 9:20–9:40am Part of Session 16: Protein MS tech 1 A Multiplexed LC-MS/MS Strategy for the Simultaneous Quantification of a Transgene Protein and its Endogenous Counterpart in a Gene Therapy Program. LC–MS Talk Thu Nov 19 11:30–11:50am Part of Session 20: Pushing the Limits of Sensitivity and Multiplexing in Bioanalysis Navigating High-Plex Profiling and Targeted Quantification in Drug Development Biomarkers
BioAgilytix Durham, North Carolina	◇Sponsor
bioagilytix.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Bioanalytical CRO specialising in large-molecule PK, immunogenicity, biomarker and cell-based assays, with labs in the US and Europe.	Talk Tue Nov 17 11:50am–12:10pm Part of Session 2: Smarter Workflows: From Implementation to Scientific Confidence Fit-for-Purpose Implementation of a Generic Preclinical PK Assay: Lessons from Platform Transfer and Troubleshooting Ligand binding Talk Tue Nov 17 5:40–6pm Part of Session 9: New technologies and emerging modalities in Bioanalysis: PCR Considering DNA & RNA Extraction for PCR-Based Assay Validations PCR Talk Wed Nov 18 12:20–12:40pm Part of Session 13: BioA Clinic Cross-Platform Evaluation of Total Antibody and Total ADC PK: LBA versus LC-MS New modalities · LC–MS Talk Thu Nov 19 11:10–11:30am Part of Session 20: Pushing the Limits of Sensitivity and Multiplexing in Bioanalysis Responding to Evolving Clinical Needs: A Collaborative Journey to an Ultra-Sensitive PK Assay Ligand binding
Nuvisan Neu-Ulm, Germany	◇Sponsor
nuvisan.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor CRO offering drug discovery, bioanalysis, clinical pharmacology and CMC services.	Talk Tue Nov 17 4:20–4:40pm Part of Session 7: BM CoU in practice Target Engagement Biomarkers: Context-of-Use Driven Assay Selection Biomarkers Talk Thu Nov 19 10–10:20am Part of Session 16: Protein MS tech 1 Overcoming High Soluble Target Interference in Drug Quantification: A Hybrid Immunocapture LC-MS/MS Approach for Clinical Bioanalysis LC–MS Talk Thu Nov 19 12:10–12:30pm Part of Session 18: Connecting Metabolism, Exposure and Multi-Omics Challenges and prospects of targeted metabolomics kits validation LC–MS · Biomarkers
QPS Newark, Delaware	◇Sponsor
qps.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor CRO specialising in regulated bioanalysis, DMPK, toxicology and clinical research.	Talk Tue Nov 17 2:20–2:40pm Part of Session 5: Expanding LC–MS Bioanalysis: New Modalities, Advanced Workflows and Multi-Omics M10 Compliant Quan–Qual Analysis of Parent Oligonucleotides and Metabolites Using a Next-Generation QTOF Platform New modalities · LC–MS Talk Tue Nov 17 5–5:20pm Part of Session 7: BM CoU in practice Best Practices of Performing Parallelism in Biomarker Assays: A CRO Perspective Biomarkers Talk Wed Nov 18 9:40–10am Part of Session 12: Assay life cycle Challenges during implementation of new reagent lots Ligand binding
Resolian Malvern, Pennsylvania	◇Sponsor
resolian.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Bioanalytical and CMC analytical CRO formed from LGC's drug development business and Alliance Pharma, with labs in the US, UK, China and Australia.	Talk Tue Nov 17 2:40–3pm Part of Session 6: Biosimilars Demonstrating Antigenic Equivalence Across Biosimilars and Reference Products: ADA and NAb Assay Validation Strategies Through Real-World Case Studies Immunogenicity Talk Wed Nov 18 9:20–9:40am Part of Session 10: Bioanalysis Beyond Conventional Matrices Bioanalytical Challenges of PK Assessment in Nasal Mucosal Lining Fluid for a Novel Antiviral Therapeutic Sampling Talk Thu Nov 19 9–9:20am Part of Session 16: Protein MS tech 1 Extending the Sensitivity of a Hybrid LC-MS/MS Assay for PAD2 and PAD4 Through Microflow Chromatography LC–MS
Ardena Ghent, Belgium	◇Sponsor
ardena.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Drug development CDMO and CRO offering formulation, manufacturing and regulated bioanalysis services.	Talk Tue Nov 17 11:50am–12:10pm Part of Session 3: Vaccines Vaccine Ligand-Binding Assays for Clinical Sample Analysis: Qualification vs. Validation - A Fit-for-Purpose Approach to Dilution Series and Cut-Point Selection Vaccines · Ligand binding Talk Wed Nov 18 12–12:20pm Part of Session 13: BioA Clinic Analytical Challenges in Sphingolipid Quantification: Enabling Biomarker Discovery in Lysosomal and Neurodegenerative Disorders Biomarkers · LC–MS
Celerion Lincoln, Nebraska	◇Sponsor
celerion.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Clinical research organization running early-phase clinical pharmacology studies and regulated bioanalysis.	Talk Wed Nov 18 10–10:20am Part of Session 12: Assay life cycle Beyond Reagent Continuity: A Strategic Approach to Assay Life Cycle Management and Method Evolution Regulation Talk Wed Nov 18 12:40–1pm Part of Session 14: Rethinking ADA Assessment, Context, Evidence and Evolving Expectations - part 2 PABAD in Action: Advancing Drug-Tolerant NAb Testing Immunogenicity
Aliri Colorado Springs, Colorado	◇Sponsor
aliribio.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Bioanalytical CRO formed from Pyxant Labs and ImaBiotech, offering regulated LC–MS and ligand-binding bioanalysis and spatial bioanalysis, with labs in the US and France.	Talk Tue Nov 17 4:40–5pm Part of Session 7: BM CoU in practice When “How Much?” Is Not Enough: Adding the “Where” to Bioanalysis Biomarkers
KCAS Bio Olathe, Kansas	◇Sponsor
kcasbio.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Bioanalytical and biomarker CRO running LC–MS, ligand-binding, flow cytometry and immunogenicity assays for drug developers.	Talk Thu Nov 19 12:30–12:50pm Part of Session 20: Pushing the Limits of Sensitivity and Multiplexing in Bioanalysis Combining versatility and ultrasensitivity with the NULISA technology Biomarkers
Kymos	◇Sponsor
kymos.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Spanish CRO providing regulated bioanalysis, analytical development and quality-control testing for drug developers.	Talk Tue Nov 17 6–6:20pm Part of Session 9: New technologies and emerging modalities in Bioanalysis: PCR A Case Study in qPCR Bioanalysis of Viral vectors: Overcoming Matrix Effects and Extraction Challenges Using Automated Nucleic Acid Extraction PCR · New modalities
Mercodia Uppsala, Sweden	◇Sponsor
mercodia.com Instruments, reagents & softwareSponsor Makes immunoassay kits for metabolic and other biomarkers and runs bioanalytical assay services.	Talk Wed Nov 18 10:20–10:40am Part of Session 12: Assay life cycle Lifecycle Management of a Clinical PK Assay Through Change Control, Investigation, Optimization and Revalidation Ligand binding · Regulation
Microcoat Biotechnologie Bernried, Germany	◇Sponsor
microcoat.de Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Contract lab and manufacturer offering assay development, bioanalytical testing and immunoassay component manufacturing.	Talk Thu Nov 19 11:50am–12:10pm Part of Session 20: Pushing the Limits of Sensitivity and Multiplexing in Bioanalysis Next-Generation Ultrasensitive Biomarker Testing: Enabling Scalable Blood-Based Biomarker Strategies for Global Clinical Trials Biomarkers
Synexa Life Sciences Cape Town, South Africa	◇Sponsor
synexagroup.com Bioanalytical CROsSponsor Bioanalytical and biomarker lab running ligand-binding, flow cytometry and LC–MS assays for drug developers.	Talk Tue Nov 17 11:30–11:50am Part of Session 3: Vaccines When One Calibration Source Must Fit Eight Antigens: Lessons from Convalescent and Vaccinated Serum to Evaluate Vaccine-Induced Antibody Responses Vaccines