Biofilm Alliance Conference
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Biofilm Alliance 2025 will bring together leading voices from academia, industry, and regulatory bodies to explore the evolving interface between cutting-edge biofilm research and regulatory science.
In recent years, significant progress in academic and industry-led R&D has driven the development of innovative anti-biofilm technologies with transformative potential across multiple sectors. Advances in biofilm analysis have improved our understanding of key characteristics, such as biofilm resilience and persistence on surfaces, providing a critical foundation for better detection, control, and prevention strategies.
The Biofilm Alliance is hosting this landmark event to bring together key stakeholders from across sectors to discuss current research, technology development, and regulatory pathways.
Expert speakers from each sector will share insights on emerging technologies, best practices, and regulatory developments. A focused discussion session will explore how regulation can evolve to support innovation, with key topics including cross-sector collaboration, balancing innovation with compliance, and identifying opportunities for regulatory clarity.
Join us at Biofilm Alliance 2025 to shape the future of biofilm innovation and regulation.
We look forward to welcoming you.
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Location - Conference Aston, Hotel and Conference Centre, Birmingham, UK
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Date - Tuesday 21st October 2025
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Time - 09.00 - 17.00
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Programme coming soon
Registration prices:
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Early Bird (Until 15th August) |
Regular |
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Biofilm Alliance Member |
£100 |
£150 |
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Non-Member |
£125 |
£150 |
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Early Career Researcher |
£75 |
£150 |
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Government / Regulatory Agency |
Free |
Free |
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Conference Presenter |
Free |
Free |
Speakers
We are delighted to announce our confirmed speakers for the Biofilm Alliance Conference. Our speakers bring a wealth of experience and knowledge of cutting-edge biofilm research and regulatory science across different sectors. This list is still evolving, with more to be included and the official programme coming soon.
Paul Lavender, Water Utilities (UK) at Royal HaskoningDHV
Leanne Cleaver, Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency
Peter Askew, Industrial Microbiological Services Limited
Darla Goeres, Center for Biofilm Engineering, USA
Giovanni Pavanello, ALVIM Srl - Biofilm Monitoring Technologies, Italy
David Ashworth, CEO, Klarus Consulting Ltd, BSI/CEN
Michael Davies, Health and Safety Executive
Nick Spickernell, Innovate UK
Richard Hammond, Remora
Markus Busch, LANXESS Deutschland GmbH
Katie Laird, De Montfort University
Matthew Gilmour, Quadram Institute
Jay Sangha, National Biofilms Innovation Centre
Important dates
Registration and Abstract submissions open: 15th June
Abstract submission closes: 15th September
Early-bird registration closes: 15th August
Registration closes: 30th September
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Accommodation
Attendees of the Biofilm Alliance conference have been granted a discounted rate on rooms at Conference Aston. Discounted rates are available until Monday, 15th September. To book, please use the link below:
https://conferenceaston.co.uk/biofilm25
Multiple hotels are within a short walking distance as the venue is in the centre of Birmingham. Options include:
How To Get To The Venue
Location:
Conference Aston - Hotel and Conference Centre
Aston University, Aston St, Birmingham B4 7ET
Contact number: 0121 204 3011
By car:
For driving instructions to the venue, please click here. The area comes under Birmingham's clean air zone, please check if charges apply.
By rail:
New Street, Snow Hill and Moor Street train stations are all within a 10-15 minute walk of the venue or a 5-minute taxi journey (please see below for a map of the location). An interactive map to walk between the venue and stations can be accessed here
By bus:
Several bus services operate to the University campus throughout the day. For further information on routes and services, please visit here
By Air:
Birmingham Airport (BHX) is located 9 miles from Conference Aston, taking approximately 25-30 minutes by car. Alternatively, direct trains run from Birmingham International Station to Birmingham New Street, with a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Parking
Limited onsite parking is available on the Aston University Campus, a short walk from the hotel and conference centre. Parking is £9.50 for the calendar day and must be pre-booked and paid for online, before arrival. Please click the link below to book.
https://conferenceaston.firstparking.co.uk/Booking/VisitorBooking
The nearest external car park to the venue is the Millennium Point Multi-storey Car Park. This is around a 7-minute walk from the venue with over 950 spaces and is £9.50 for the calendar day. The address is below:
Millennium Point Multi-storey Car Park, Howe Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP
Join our community
Join us on our mission to improve biofilm-specific regulation and standards within the UK food sector, reducing the burden on public health and the economy!