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Building Flexible, Data-Driven Labs for Next Generation Scientific Discovery

2 December 2025

London , UK

Integrating AI-driven technologies, advanced data systems, and interconnected lab ecosystems has the potential to enhance scientific outcomes, optimize resource allocation, enable data-driven decisions, accelerating innovation in life science R&D.

However, creating smart, connected labs requires navigating complex challenges. These include building a business case for automation, addressing integration with legacy systems, implementing robust data governance, managing cultural change, and developing the workforce.

Join industry leaders in London this December to explore cutting-edge strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to create your lab of the future.

Learn From 2024 European Future Labs, Automation & Technology Experts

Katie Hansel of Novo Nordisk speaking at AMG World

Katie Hansel

Group Manager and Automation Specialist

Novo Nordisk

Sandra Noe of Sanofi speaking at AMG World

Sandra Noe

Director Digital Transformation for R&D

Sanofi

Ilaria Ferlenghi of GSK speaking at AMG World

Ilaria Ferlenghi

Associate Director of Research

GSK

Mark Fish of Accenture Scientific Informatics Services (ASIS) speaking at AMG World

Mark Fish

Managing Director

Accenture Scientific Informatics Services (ASIS)

Mara Peccianti of Grünenthal Group speaking at AMG World

Mara Peccianti

IT Business Partner for R&D

Grünenthal Group

Nikolay Burlutskiy of AstraZeneca speaking at AMG World

Nikolay Burlutskiy

Director of Artificial Intelligence

AstraZeneca

Andreas Traube of Fraunhofer IPA speaking at AMG World

Andreas Traube

Head of Business Unit Health Industries

Fraunhofer IPA

Dr Peter Maier of Splashlake speaking at AMG World

Dr Peter Maier

Head of Global Sales

Splashlake

Cedric Berger of Roche speaking at AMG World

Cedric Berger

Head of Knowledge Extraction and Integration

Roche

Pascal Miéville of EPFL speaking at AMG World

Pascal Miéville

Executive Director

EPFL

James Morrish of Lenovo speaking at AMG World

James Morrish

Global Workstation Business Development Manager

Lenovo

Bethan Howells of AstraZeneca speaking at AMG World

Bethan Howells

Senior Automation Scientist

AstraZeneca

Burkhard Schaefer of Splashlake speaking at AMG World

Burkhard Schaefer

Managing Director

Splashlake

Alister Campbell of Dotmatics speaking at AMG World

Alister Campbell

Vice President, Global Head of Science and Technology

Dotmatics

Peter Clarke of Mondelez speaking at AMG World

Peter Clarke

Director, Head of Global Analytical Sciences

Mondelez

Kayeleigh Casey of GSK speaking at AMG World

Kayeleigh Casey

Senior Manager, Product Owner

GSK

Bruno Betoni Parodi of BASF speaking at AMG World

Bruno Betoni Parodi

Scientific Director for R&D in ML & AI, Quality and Innovation Leader

BASF

Paola Ferrini of GSK speaking at AMG World

Paola Ferrini

High-Throughput Automation Investigator

GSK

Steve Fussell of Asymchem speaking at AMG World

Steve Fussell

Senior Manager - High-Throughput Experimentation

Asymchem

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This summit will provide you with the necessary tools to:

    • Foster a digital culture and upskill your workforce to effectively balance technological advancements with human expertise in the lab of the future.
    • Leverage AI, machine learning, and emerging technologies to enhance scientific discovery, optimize workflows, and drive data-driven decision-making in labs.
    • Develop a comprehensive strategy for standardizing and scaling lab automation across different environments, including legacy systems
    • Navigate the complexities of multi-vendor integration and ensure seamless interoperability in connected lab environments.
    • Conduct an organisational assessment to evaluate and assess current capabilities to determine areas ripe for automation
    • Implement effective data management and governance practices to overcome silos, improve interoperability, and ensure FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) scientific research.
    • Create an integrated lab ecosystem that connects instruments, people, processes, and data for streamlined operations and enhanced collaboration.

Who you will meet:

VP’s, Directors, Global Heads and Managers of:

  • Automation/Robotics
  • R&D
  • LAB IT/Research IT
  • Technology & Innovation
  • Quality Assurance / Quality Control
  • Laboratory Operations & Strategy
  • Regulation, Compliance & Validation
  • Data & Analytics
  • Lab 4.0 / Lab of the Future
  • Digital Transformation
  • Emerging Technology / Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Machine Learning (ML)
  • Lab Informatics
  • Process Development
  • Bioinformatics
  • Lab Asset Management
  • Data Governance/Management
  • Change Management Training
  • High-Throughput Screening
  • Digital Lab Solutions

Our sponsors, technology & solution providers include:

  • Laboratory Automation / Lab Digitalization
  • Robotics
  • E2E Automation Systems / Modular Automation Systems
  • Measuring & Testing
  • High Throughput Screening Tech/Liquid Handlers
  • Data & Analytics Platforms & Software
  • Report Generation Software
  • Laboratory Informatics / LIMS Systems
  • ELN’s
  • Automated Equipment & Apparatus
  • Automated Sample Storage Systems
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
  • ELN
  • Voice Assistants
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Sponsorship Opportunities

Get in touch to be positioned as an industry expert amongst the most prominent and influential players in the development of Robotics, IoT and AI/ML.

Our 2025 Sponsors

Media Partners

Testimonials

Senior Vice President Operations, Wise Construction

We really enjoyed the Future Labs Summit. It was certainly interesting and educational to hear the dynamic presenters speak to issues and challenges that are often outside of our life-cycle as a construction provider. We always strive to hear their day-to-day, as the context provide significant insight into the overall lab user objectives.

Optimize Laboratory Consultants

Thank you for the opportunity to work with AMG World and participate in the conference. We really enjoyed it and it was a great opportunity to mingle with the participants.

Senior Vice President Operations, Wise Construction

Diverse group of attendees. Enjoyable topics and dynamic presenters. Really enjoyed the day. It was unique to typical conferences I attend.

VP of Automation at Harbinger Health, Head of Automation at Laronde

Thank you for driving and planning this event. It drew the local laboratory automation community together for good and timely discussions, and I think everybody got something out of this day. Success!

Lead R&D Automation Engineer, Regeneron

The agenda was a mix of presentations, round table dialogues, panel discussions, and tech demonstrations. This diverse agenda allowed for a dynamic and interactive experience for all participants throughout the conference.

Senior Scientist, Assay Automation & Qualification, Generate Biomedicines

The event was well organized, engaging and interesting. Looking forward to next year’s summit!

Past Event Photos

Content Highlights

Complimentary Content Piece: Applications & Future of FAIR Data Principles in European Labs

Ahead of the 2024 Summit, we are sharing this complimentary content piece on the Applications & Future of FAIR Data Principles in European Labs: View the presentation to discover key insights from: Sandra Noe, R&D Digital Leader, Sanofi  Cedric Berger, Head of Knowledge Extraction and Integration, Roche  Pascal Mieville, Executive Director, EPFL Bruno Betoni Parodi,… Read more »

Complimentary Presentation: Chronicles in Data Transformation

Ahead of the 2024 Summit, we are sharing this complimentary presentation from Patricia Wildberger, Head of Pharm Sci Digital Transformation at Takeda on “Chronicles in Data Transformation” View the presentation to discover: Digital Transformation Processes: Advanced Processing & Controls, Process & Product Data Lifecycle Management In-Silico CMC, Integrated & Highly Digitalized Lab Systems & Workflow… Read more »

Future Labs, Automation & Technology Europe Sponsorship Information

Find out what will be covered and who could meet at Future Labs, Automation & Technology Europe 2024 in London, UK by downloading our sponsorship information pack today. Complete the form below to view the sponsorship information for the summit.

Envisioning, Developing, and Executing Our Journey Towards the Lab of the Future

At our 2023 Future Labs, Automation & Technology Summit Europe, Andreas Steinle, Digital Transformation Leader, Roche shared his insights to Envision, Develop, and Execute the Journey Towards the Lab of the Future. Complete the form to download the complimentary presentation and uncover key points such as: Realistic lab automation: Evaluating potential, clarifying possibilities, and refining… Read more »