Bio Connect 4.0 · Kerala's international life sciences summit

Building Kerala's
Global Life Sciences Hub

08-09 October 2026 Hyatt Regency Trivandrum

Two days of bold ideas, breakthrough research and partnerships shaping a healthier, more sustainable future.

When 08-09 October 2026
Edition Bio Connect 4.0
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Technology expoProduct launchR&D resource connect B2B & B2G meetupsPanel discussionsInvestor connect Industry & startup showcaseNetworking

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The fourth edition opens on

08-09 October 2026

Hyatt Regency Trivandrum

Bio Connect 4.0 takes place on 8 and 9 October 2026 at Hyatt Regency Trivandrum.

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About the conclave

A global platform for ideas that move life forward.

Bio Connect 4.0 brings together global industry leaders, researchers, startups and policymakers to redefine the future of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and medical research.

Organised by Kerala Lifesciences Industries Parks under KSIDC, the two-day conclave and expo creates meaningful connections between science, enterprise and public purpose.

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Bio Connect 3.0 impact

A platform growing with every edition.

The 2025 edition at The Leela Kovalam brought the life sciences ecosystem together at its largest scale yet, building on three years of sustained participation.

Participation over the years

Three editions of momentum

Delegate growth
02023 → 2025
Exhibitor growth
02023 → 2025

Source: Bio Connect 3.0 Synopsis, 2025

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What we explore

A life sciences industries expo & conclave.

Eight ways to take part across two days, on the expo floor and on the conclave stage.

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    Technology expo

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    Product launch

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    R&D resource connect

  • 04

    B2B & B2G meetups

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    Panel discussions

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    Investor connect

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    Industry & startup showcase

  • 08

    Networking

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Conference themes

Five themes shaping the programme.

Every session, showcase and partnering table at Bio Connect 4.0 sits under one of five themes driving Kerala's life sciences agenda.

Biopharma

From discovery to next-generation healthcare.

MedTech

Engineering the future of healthcare.

Nutraceuticals

Harnessing nature for health and wellness.

Agri-Food Innovation

Innovations for food security and sustainability.

Artificial Intelligence

Transforming life sciences through AI and digital innovation.

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Previous years

Ideas, encounters
and moments that mattered.

Step inside Bio Connect through highlights from the last three editions.

Second edition

Highlights 2024

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The experience

A two-day conclave and expo built for connection.

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Conclave

Global industry leaders, researchers and policymakers exploring the future of life sciences.

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Expo

An exhibition centred on life sciences research and biotechnology innovation.

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Connect

A global platform connecting pioneering organisations and the brightest minds in the field.

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Who should attend

Built for everyone
moving life sciences forward.

Bio Connect 4.0 is where the whole ecosystem meets - from the bench and the ward to the boardroom, the campus and the policy table.

  • Researchers & scientists

  • Healthcare professionals

  • Industry professionals

  • Startups & entrepreneurs

  • Investors & venture capitalists

  • Academic institutions

  • Government & policy makers

  • Students & young innovators

Delegate, exhibition and sponsorship rates are confirmed for every category.

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Registration

Three ways to take part.

Delegate, exhibition and sponsorship rates for Bio Connect 4.0 are confirmed below. Registration opens soon - you can review the forms now. Registration is open: pick your category and register.

Delegate passes

Full access to both conclave days, the expo floor and the networking programme.

Delegate registration fees by category, in Indian rupees
Category Early birdTill 30 Sep 2026 Regular / Spot1 – 9 Oct 2026
Students INR 1,000* INR 1,500
Incubation / Startups INR 3,500 INR 4,000
Faculty / Scientists INR 4,000 INR 4,500
Industry INR 6,000 INR 7,000

* Valid student ID required at the registration desk.

Registration opens soon. The delegate and exhibitor forms are online now to review; submissions open shortly.

Registration is open. Early-bird rates apply to payments verified through 30 September 2026.

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building what's next.

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