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At a time when organoids and next-generation biological models are among the fastest-growing fields worldwide, ODC26 aims to create a new turning point at the center of this momentum.

Under the theme “Mirrors: The Reflective Turn” we explore how to accelerate the translation of clinical and regulatory innovation at the intersection of organoids, NAMs, and emerging biotechnologies.

This year in particular, leading organizations in the biohealth field – including the KoBIA, K-Organoid Consortium, Organoids Are Us, iMPSS, KSSCR and KRIBB are coming together not merely as sponsors, but as part of a powerful ecosystem collaboration centered on organoids.

To researchers, industry professionals, and experts in policy and regulation – and to all those who wish to be part of ODC’s unique convergence –

We invite you to join us in Seoul this September.

ODC26
SPACE

ODC26 Seoul will be held at CHA Bio Complex, a dedicated bio-research and innovation venue where conference sessions, live-streamed programs, poster presentations, and networking activities come together in one connected space.

B1F Map

  • 1 International Conference Room (Main Event Hall)
  • 2 Restaurant
  • 3 Cafeteria
  • 4 Auditorium (Auxiliary Event Hall)
  • 5 E/V (Cargo)
  • 6 E/V (2F → B1F)
  • 7 Preview Room

B2F Map

  • 1 International Conference Room (Main Event Hall)
  • 2 Restaurant
  • 3 Cafeteria
  • 4 Auditorium (Auxiliary Event Hall)
  • 5 E/V (Cargo)
  • 6 E/V (2F → B1F)
  • 7 Preview Room

Choose your participation type
IN PERSON, LIVE STREAM, OR ALL OF THE ABOVE
- CHOOSE THE WAY ODC WORKS BEST FOR YOU

ODC26 offers free on-site participation for all attendees. For those who wish to engage more deeply, Registration B provides live-stream access to the main conference, while Registration C includes lunch, networking opportunities, and additional benefits that support the independent operation of ODC.
Registration

A

₩0
  • On-site access on 17-18 Sep
  • Virtual ODC Platform (general)
  • No live stream for Virtual
  • Lunch not included
  • Networking not included
Registration

B

₩100,000
  • Main Conference live stream
  • Virtual ODC Platform (full)
  • No on-site access
  • Networking not included
Registration

C

₩250,000
  • On-site access on 17-18 Sep
  • Main Conference live stream
  • Virtual ODC Platform (full)
  • Lunch included
  • Dinner Networking
※ Paid tickets can be purchased using institutional research funds (grant budgets). For payment and documentation inquiries, please contact the organizing secretariat.
※ ODC26 Organizing Committee : info@odc.network

Distinguished Speakers
AT ODC26

ODC26 is proud to host a global cohort of pioneers at the forefront of organoid research, regenerative medicine, and computational biology. From breakthrough cancer therapies to the intersection of AI and quantum computing, our distinguished speakers bring world-class expertise from the globe’s most prestigious institutions. Join us as they share the insights that are redefining the boundaries of biological science.

Ramanuj Dasgubta

UT Southwestern Medical Center Functional Genomics Cancer Biology

Elizabeth Vincan

The University of Melbourne Wnt Signaling Colorectal Cancer Organoids

Nick Barker

Institute of Molecular Biotechnology (IMBA) Adult Stem Cells Epithelial Organoids

Kyoung Deok Park

Yonsei Univ. Quantum Computing Quantum Machine Learning AI

Lena Smirnova

Johns Hopkins University Neurotoxicity Brain Organoids Disease Modeling

Cantas Alev

Kyoto University Stem Cells Embryogenesis Organoids

Jun Yong Ahn

Korea Univ. Organoids Regenerative Medicine Tissue Engineering

※ The speaker lineup will be continuously updated. Please refer to ODC News and the website.

PROGRAMS
Sessions timetable

Day 1

International Conference Room 17 September, 2026

  • 09:00 (30 minutes)
    Opening & Congratulatory Message
  • 09:30 (95 minutes)
    Session 01 Reflective Turn : Organoid Trends – Led by K-Organoid Consortium
  • 11:05 (30 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 11:35 (65 minutes)
    Session 02 AI-Powered Future of Biotechnology
  • 12:40 (50 minutes)
    Lunch Break
  • 13:35 (55 minutes)
    Session 03 The Boundary Between Brainwaves and Creation
  • 14:30 (20 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 14:50 (65 minutes)
    Session 04 Brain Organoids and the Expansion of Interpretation – Led by KSSCR
  • 15:55 (30 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 16:30 (40 minutes)
    Session 05 In the Age of Organoids, What Do We Call “Alive”?
  • 17:10 (30 minutes)
    Session 06 [Keynote Session] Organoid
  • 17:40 (20 minutes)
    Closing & Lucky Draw
  • 18:00~
    Dinner Networking (VIP / Sponsors)

Auditorium 17 September, 2026

  • 09:00 (30 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 09:30 (95 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 11:05 (30 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 11:20 (40 minutes)
    Poster Session – Oral Presentation 1
  • 12:00 (40 minutes)
    AFI Tech Award & GIC
  • 12:40 (55 minutes)
    Lunch Break
  • 13:35 (20 minutes)
    Poster Session – Oral Presentation 2
  • 13:55 (55 minutes)
    Premium Sponsor PR Sessions (5 companies)
  • 14:50 (65 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 15:55 (30 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 16:30 (40 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 17:10 (30 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 17:40 (20 minutes)
    Live Streaming

Day 2

International Conference Room 18 September, 2026

  • 09:00 (15 minutes)
    Opening & Congratulatory Message
  • 09:15 (90 minutes)
    Session 07 Organoids as Mirrors – Led by Organoid Are Us
  • 10:45 (20 minutes)
    Corporate Session by Corning
  • 11:05 (20 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 11:25 (70 minutes)
    Session 08 Stem Cell Mechanisms and Applications – Led by KRIBB
  • 12:35 (55 minutes)
    Lunch Break
  • 13:30 (50 minutes)
    Session 09 Cultivated Futures: Tomorrow of Life Science Asked by Art
  • 14:20 (20 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 14:40 (100 minutes)
    Session 10 Alternative Methods to Animal Testing: Reflection, Validation, and Application – Led by iMPSS
  • 16:20 (35 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 16:55 (45 minutes)
    Session 11 Creating Therapeutics with Patients
  • 17:40 (20 minutes)
    Poster Awards & Closing & Lucky Draw

Auditorium 18 September, 2026

  • 09:00 (15 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 09:15 (90 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 10:45 (20 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 11:05 (20 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 11:25 (70 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 12:35 (55 minutes)
    Lunch Break
  • 13:30 (25 minutes)
    Deep Talk Session 1
  • 13:55 (45 minutes)
    Corporate Session
  • 14:40 (100 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 16:20 (35 minutes)
    Coffee Break
  • 17:30 (45 minutes)
    Live Streaming
  • 17:30 (20 minutes)
    Live Streaming

Special
DINNER NETWORKING

A private dinner program bringing together key opinion leaders in the biohealth field and senior figures from across the industry. With a curated group of participants, it offers a high-level networking experience where in-depth conversations and meaningful exchanges take place.

Dinner Networking on Day 1, September 17

Join a private dinner networking program designed for selected participants to build meaningful connections with biohealth leaders, researchers, and industry partners in a more personal setting.
Detailed program information will be announced at a later date.

FAQ
Feel free to ask

Find answers to common questions about ODC26 registration, passes, payments, venue access, live streaming, and participation.
Q. Are seats assigned?

A. Seating for the Main Conference and Deep Talk Room is unassigned and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

A. Light meals will be provided for Extended Pass holders.

Meals are not included for Free Pass participants.

A. Parking is not provided. Due to expected congestion, we strongly recommend using public transportation.

A. Speaker bios and abstracts will be available in the digital directory book distributed on the day of the event. Presentation slides will not be provided separately.

A. When you register for ODC online, an account for the ODC Virtual Space will be automatically created. You will be able to access the same sessions and programs included in your ODC pass.

Call for POSTER

Call for abstracts and posters: Organoids and innovations in biotechnology
Submission Deadline: 15.07.2026
Dates
  • 2026.08.15 Abstract Submission Deadline
  • 2026.08.16 Review Period Begins
  • 2026.08.30
    Announcement of Award Nominees
    *Individual notification
  • 2026.09.17-18
    On-site Poster Exhibition & Pitching

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