On September 17th 2026, CvilleBioHub and Cooley will come together to host the full-day 2026 BioDiscovery Summit!

The 5th BioDiscovery Summit returns with a powerful new theme: From Spark to Scale: A Lifecycle-Driven Summit, an exploration of the pivotal decisions, milestones, and partnerships that shape the journey of emerging biotech companies.

The day begins with the BioSpark life sciences pitch competition, showcasing promising early-stage ventures, before transitioning into an afternoon of candid conversations with founders, investors, industry leaders, and strategic stakeholders. Sessions will examine how companies secure early conviction, navigate the realities of growth after fundraising, and translate scientific innovation into lasting commercial and strategic momentum.

The Summit will also feature a keynote conversation with Caitlin Frazer, Executive Director of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, exploring the growing role of biotechnology in national competitiveness, economic resilience, and global security. Drawing on her experience shaping bipartisan policy at the intersection of emerging technology and national defense, Frazer will offer a timely perspective on why biotech innovation has become a strategic national priority.

The event concludes with a special reception celebrating 10 years of CvilleBioHub and the region’s expanding life sciences ecosystem.