Biotherapies conference: the Region unveils its roadmap for innovation in healthcare

On September 24, 2024, the Biotherapy Summit was held in Besançon. During this event, the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region presented the main directions of its future roadmap dedicated to biotherapies and bioproduction. This meeting brought together key players from the regional ecosystem, as well as many journalists.

Press conference: presentation of biotherapy orientations

The Biotherapy Summit began with a press conference, during which the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region unveiled the main points of its roadmap for biotherapies and bioproduction. The presence of numerous journalists, such as Edwige Prompt, Hélène Loget, and Frédéric Chevalier, helped to spread these announcements widely, reflecting the growing interest in this strategic sector.

Workshop results: towards a center of excellence

After several months of collective work initiated in March 2024, eight workshops helped define the region’s strengths in biotherapies. These efforts have now led to specific orientations to strengthen the sector on a national and international scale. The regional roadmap, which will be put to a vote next October, aims to position Bourgogne-Franche-Comté as a leader in innovative therapies and bioproduction.

Conclusion

The Biotherapy Summit marked an important step for the future of precision medicine in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. With this new roadmap, the region is setting up an ambitious framework to accelerate the development of the biotherapy sector and strengthen its competitiveness in international markets. The exchanges with the attendees, including Nicolas Paris, president of Gilson, highlighted the enthusiasm and commitment of the region to support innovation in health.