Getting Trial Ready: GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford

Getting Trial Ready: GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford

BioEscalator, University of OxfordHeadington, England
Wednesday, Jan 14, 2026 from 12 pm to 1:30 pm GMT
Overview

A Lunch & Learn session for early-stage biotechs preparing for clinical trials, focused on GMP manufacturing and first-in-human studies.

About This Event

Getting Trial Ready is a clinical trials mini series providing practical guidance for early-stage biotech companies preparing to enter clinical trials.

This Lunch & Learn session, GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford, introduces the principles of GMP clinical biomanufacturing and explores how high-quality trial materials are produced. The session will also highlight Oxford University’s Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility and outline what early-stage biotechs need to consider when preparing for first-in-human studies.


Who Should Attend

  • Early-stage biotech and life science start-ups
  • Academic founders and spinouts
  • Researchers planning translational or clinical research
  • Teams preparing for first-in-human trials
  • Anyone interested in GMP manufacturing for early-phase trials


What You’ll Learn / Key Takeaways

  • An overview of GMP manufacturing for early-phase clinical trials
  • How clinical trial materials are produced to GMP standards
  • Key considerations when preparing for first-in-human studies
  • Insight into Oxford University’s Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility


About the BioEscalator

The BioEscalator is the University of Oxford’s biomedical innovation hub, supporting some of the UK’s highest-potential bioscience start-ups to translate world-leading science into real-world impact. Located on the University’s Old Road clinical campus in Headington, it provides an inspirational and supportive environment where fast-growing companies can thrive, supported by high-quality laboratory infrastructure, entrepreneurial training, and strong industry and investor networks.

Embedded within Oxford’s exceptional innovation ecosystem and working closely with the University, the NHS, and academic researchers, the BioEscalator accelerates the development of pioneering companies that enhance cutting-edge research and deliver meaningful advances in human health.

Find out more by visiting the BioEscalator website


Contact & Further Information

📧 bioescalator@medsci.ox.ac.uk

🌐 www.bioescalator.ox.ac.uk
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BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ

A Lunch & Learn session for early-stage biotechs preparing for clinical trials, focused on GMP manufacturing and first-in-human studies.

About This Event

Getting Trial Ready is a clinical trials mini series providing practical guidance for early-stage biotech companies preparing to enter clinical trials.

This Lunch & Learn session, GMP Manufacturing for Early Phase Trials in Oxford, introduces the principles of GMP clinical biomanufacturing and explores how high-quality trial materials are produced. The session will also highlight Oxford University’s Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility and outline what early-stage biotechs need to consider when preparing for first-in-human studies.


Who Should Attend

  • Early-stage biotech and life science start-ups
  • Academic founders and spinouts
  • Researchers planning translational or clinical research
  • Teams preparing for first-in-human trials
  • Anyone interested in GMP manufacturing for early-phase trials


What You’ll Learn / Key Takeaways

  • An overview of GMP manufacturing for early-phase clinical trials
  • How clinical trial materials are produced to GMP standards
  • Key considerations when preparing for first-in-human studies
  • Insight into Oxford University’s Clinical Biomanufacturing Facility


About the BioEscalator

The BioEscalator is the University of Oxford’s biomedical innovation hub, supporting some of the UK’s highest-potential bioscience start-ups to translate world-leading science into real-world impact. Located on the University’s Old Road clinical campus in Headington, it provides an inspirational and supportive environment where fast-growing companies can thrive, supported by high-quality laboratory infrastructure, entrepreneurial training, and strong industry and investor networks.

Embedded within Oxford’s exceptional innovation ecosystem and working closely with the University, the NHS, and academic researchers, the BioEscalator accelerates the development of pioneering companies that enhance cutting-edge research and deliver meaningful advances in human health.

Find out more by visiting the BioEscalator website


Contact & Further Information

📧 bioescalator@medsci.ox.ac.uk

🌐 www.bioescalator.ox.ac.uk
🔗 Follow us on LinkedIn
📩 Sign up to receive our bulletin

BioEscalator, Innovation Building, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7FZ

Speakers

Professor Catherine Green

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Highlights

  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • In person

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BioEscalator, University of Oxford

Roosevelt Drive

Headington OX3 7FZ

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Arrive and grab a plate

Interactive talk (questions encouraged throughout)

Networking

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