Your Safety is Our Top Priority

To ensure maximum safety, CHI has instituted mandatory health and safety protocols for all attendees, exhibitors, speakers and staff who attend in person.

Attendees who cannot participate because of this policy, or due to travel restrictions, are encouraged to participate using our highly praised virtual event platform. Our virtual events are designed to provide you with an in-person experience at your convenience, anywhere, anytime.

We are actively following news and recommendations around COVID-19 and the Omicron variant. These protocols are subject to change as we continue to learn more.

All in-person attendees must:

  • Have a negative COVID-19 test result from an FDA-authorized, a WHO-authorized, or European authorized over-the-counter antigen test within 24 hours prior to arriving at the event. You will be asked your results at registration.

CHI recommends all attendees:

  • Have an updated COVID 19 vaccination
  • Wear a mask in public spaces at the event

Cleaning Protocols
CHI will follow all local guidelines. Read more about how our venue is working to ensure safety here. We’ll also have hand sanitizing stations available throughout the event space for your use.


Our Code of Conduct

All in-person attendees must agree to CHI’s Code of Conduct . If you choose to attend in person, you agree to:

  • Take a COVID test within 24 hours prior to arriving at the event
  • Follow all safety protocols set by event staff
  • Not attend if you have tested positive for COVID-19 (even if you don’t feel sick)
  • Not attend if you feel sick
  • Wash your hands frequently
  • Be respectful of your fellow attendees– everyone’s comfort level with social interactions is different

If you are not able to participate because of this policy, or due to travel restrictions, you are encouraged to attend the event virtually.


Flexible Registration Policy

Seamlessly switch between in-person and/or virtual
Select an in-person or virtual option, and you have the flexibility to switch your preferred event experience at any time leading up to the conference. Our flexible registration is designed to take the uncertainties out of these uncertain times.


Frequently Asked Questions

TESTING

How will CHI be verifying attendee test results?
Our event staff will ask for a verbal attestation to your test timing and results.

Is there a specific kind of test I need to use?
Please use FDA-approved, WHO-approved or EU approved rapid antigen test, to ensure you can test and receive your results within 24 hours prior to arriving at the event.

How often do I need to test?
CHI only requires you to test before you arrive at the event. Based on your own judgement and comfort level, you may choose to take additional tests on your own during and/or after the event.

I need to have a COVID-19 PCR test before I return home. Where can I do that?
Please click here for a directory of local testing locations. Appointments and/or fees may be required, and the type of tests offered may differ by location.

What should I do if I test positive during or after attending the conference?
In the unlikely event that you test positive for COVID-19 during or following participation in our conference, we would appreciate being informed. Please get in touch with Pam Gerardi, Director, Client Relations pgerardi@cambridgeinnovationinstitute.com.

Should I get a COVID-19 test after attending the event?
We encourage any attendee that exhibits COVID-19 symptoms to reach out to their healthcare provider and receive a test.

TRAVEL FAQs

I’m traveling from outside the EU – what are the requirements for entry to Spain?
All health checks upon arrival for anyone traveling to Spain have been released. This includes as of February 2, 2023 The General Directorate of Public Health Resolution of 30 December 2022, regarding health checks at points of entry to Spain for passengers from the People’s Republic of China.

There are currently No COVID-19 Health Controls carried out upon arrival in Spain. For up-to-date information, visit the Spain Ministry of Health’s website.

For additional information please check with your airline or visit https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/requirements-before-arriving-in-spain-from-third-countries/.

I’m traveling from within the EU – what are the requirements for entry Spain?
There are currently No COVID-19 Health Controls carried out upon arrival in Spain. For up-to-date information, visit the Spain Ministry of Health’s website.

For additional information please check with your airline or visit https://travelsafe.spain.info/en/requirements-before-arriving-in-spain-from-third-countries/.

I’m not from Spain, what is the COVID-19 policy for me to return to my country of origin?
If you are traveling from outside of Spain and returning home check with your country of origin rules for entry at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/COVID-19-Country-Specific-Information.html. Search for the country you are returning to. Follow all entry requirements for your destination and provide any required or requested health information.

ATTENDING IN PERSON

Is there anything special I need to bring with me to the event?
Please bring a copy of your vaccination card and a photo ID. You may also want to bring a mobile device or laptop to join in some of our virtual sessions and speaker Q&As (please make sure your devices are fully charged; we do our best to make outlets available but cannot guarantee them).

How should we greet and meet our fellow attendees?
This one is up to you. Please follow your personal comfort level and respect the boundaries of your fellow attendees. Handshakes, waves and elbow bumps all welcome.

Prelim Agenda Now Available

14 - 15 March

CELL CULTURE AND BIOPRODUCTION

ADVANCES IN RECOVERY & PURIFICATION

GENE THERAPY CMC AND ANALYTICS

CELL THERAPY MANUFACTURING

ANALYTICS AND CHARACTERIZATION

14 - 15 March

CELL LINE DEVELOPMENT

INTENSIFIED & CONTINUOUS PROCESSING

GENE THERAPY MANUFACTURING

CELL THERAPY CMC AND ANALYTICS

FORMULATION AND STABILITY