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▼LS01 OpenEye, Cadence Molecular Sciences 10/27 12:15-13:15 [Zuiun]
▼LS02 Elix, Inc. 10/27 12:15-13:15 [Heian]
▼LS03 Schrödinger K.K. 10/27 12:15-13:15 [Fukuju]

▼LS04 MOLSIS Inc. 10/28 12:00-13:00 [Zuiun]
▼LS05 Elsevier Japan K.K. 10/28 12:00-13:00 [Heian]
▼LS06 Preferred Networks, Inc. / Matlantis Corporation 10/28 12:00-13:00 [Fukuju]

▼LS07 CAS 10/29 12:00-13:00 [Zuiun]
▼LS08 Ahead Biocomputing, Co. Ltd. 10/29 12:00-13:00 [Heian]
▼LS09 Patcore, Inc. 10/29 12:00-13:00 [Fukuju]
Luncheon Seminar
LS01  OpenEye, Cadence Molecular Sciences
[Zuiun] 10/27 12:15-13:15
 
 
 

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Luncheon Seminar
LS02  Elix, Inc.
[Heian] 10/27 12:15-13:15
 
Practical AI Drug Discovery with Elix DiscoveryTM
~Real-World Applications and the Latest Advances in Generative AI ~
 
Elix DiscoveryTM
Moderator: Asako Tsubouchi (Elix, Inc.)

LS02-01
Tatsuya Toma (PRISM BioLab Co., Ltd.)
 
LS02-02
Takahiro Inoue (Elix, Inc.)
 
LS02-03
Tasuku Ishida (Elix, Inc.)
 
Luncheon Seminar
LS03  Schrödinger KK
[Heian] 10/27 12:15-13:15
 
 
 

Moderator: 

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Luncheon Seminar
LS04 MOLSIS Inc.
[Zuiun] 10/28 12:00-13:00
 
In Silico and Informatics Platforms for Diversifying Drug Discovery Modalities:
From Small Molecules to Peptides and Antibodies
 
Moderator: Takashi Ikegami (MOLSIS Inc.)

 LS04-01
Takashi Ikegami (MOLSIS Inc.)
"Drug Discovery Informatics within the CCG Family: From Molecular Modeling to Research Data Utilization"
 
 LS04-02
Riccardo Martini (Discngine S.A.S)
"Innovative technologies for data-driven decision-making across drug modalities: from small molecules to peptides to antibodies."
LS04 MOLSIS
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Discngine develops scientific software and informatics solutions that help life science research organizations accelerate drug discovery. Based in Paris (France), the company provides cloud-native SaaS applications and tailored research informatics solutions used across pharmaceutical, biotech, and related research organizations worldwide.

Ideation Analytics enables efficient Structure–Activity Relationship (SAR) analysis and reporting for small-molecule discovery programs. Leveraging matched molecular pair (MMP) analysis and R-group decomposition (RGD), it helps scientists explore SAR trends, analyze patent-derived datasets, compare chemical series, and generate publication-ready reports.

Peptide Analytics extends these capabilities to peptide discovery. Scientists can compare peptide series, identify SAR hotspots, evaluate residue substitutions and non-natural amino acids, and visualize sequence–activity relationships across diverse peptide modalities, including linear, cyclic, branched, and chemically modified peptides.

3dpredict/Ab supports antibody discovery through large-scale prediction of antibody structures and developability-related physicochemical properties. Its ensemble-based approach accounts for molecular flexibility and enables early identification of liabilities, helping teams prioritize candidates with greater confidence.
Luncheon Seminar
LS05   Elsevier Japan K.K.
[Heian] 10/28 12:00-13:00
 
Beyond the Chatbot: Building Trusted Agentic AI with Scientific Services and Connectors for Drug R&D
 
Moderator: Aya Ihashi, Misato Saito (Elsevier Japan)

 LS05-01
Tom Williams (Elsevier)
"Beyond the Chatbot: Building Trusted Agentic AI with Scientific Services and Connectors for Drug R&D"
Luncheon Seminar
LS06   Preferred Networks, Inc. / Matlantis Corporation
[Fukuju] 10/28 12:00-13:00
 
Revolutionizing Drug Discovery with Computational Science and Machine Learning
 
Preferred Networks
Matlantis
Moderator: Tomomi Horikawa (Preferred Networks, Inc.)

 LS06-01
Junya Yamagishi (Preferred Networks, Inc.)
"P-FEP for Binding Free Energy Calculations: Software Release and New Capabilities for ABFEP and SepTop"
 
 LS06-02
Masataka Yamauchi (Matlantis Corporation)
"Matlantis for Bio Science: Frontiers in Drug Discovery and Biomolecular Simulations with Machine Learning Interatomic Potentials"
 
Luncheon Seminar
LS07   CAS
[Zuiun] 10/29 12:00-13:00
 
 
 

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Luncheon Seminar
LS08   Ahead Biocomputing, Co. Ltd.
[Heian] 10/29 12:00-13:00
 
 
 

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Luncheon Seminar
LS09   Patcore, Inc.
[Fukuju] 10/29 12:00-13:00
 
AI and In Silico Technologies Transforming Drug Discovery
 
Moderator: Reina Miyakawa (Patcore, Inc.)
 
Patcore, Inc.
In recent years, the life sciences industry has witnessed an unprecedented expansion in the volume and diversity of data available for research and development, including multi-omics datasets, clinical data, and chemical reaction data. While these resources offer tremendous opportunities, extracting actionable insights from such vast and complex information has become increasingly challenging. Against this backdrop, AI and in silico technologies are emerging as critical enablers of a data-driven approach to research, transforming processes that have traditionally relied heavily on experience and intuition.

This session will highlight cutting-edge applications of AI and in silico technologies across different domains of drug discovery research.

In the first presentation, we will explore advanced in silico approaches that integrate clinical and multi-omics data to support biomarker discovery, patient stratification, and the identification of new indications for existing therapies. The speaker will present how data-driven analyses can generate biological insights and contribute to the advancement of precision medicine.

The second presentation will focus on ChemAIRS, an AI-powered synthetic route design platform built upon large-scale chemical datasets and deep learning technologies. Beyond retrosynthetic route generation, ChemAIRS supports decision-making in chemical research through capabilities such as impurity prediction and reaction condition recommendation. The latest developments in AI-assisted chemical synthesis will be discussed.

By showcasing advances in both biology and chemistry, this session aims to provide insights into how AI and in silico technologies are accelerating innovation in drug discovery and creating new opportunities for greater efficiency, productivity, and scientific success.

 LS09-01
Uzma Saeed (Excelra Knowledge Solutions Pvt. Ltd.)
"Expanding Therapeutic Reach: Integrated In-Silico Approaches for Biomarker-Guided Patient Stratification and Indication Expansion"

The increasing complexity of cancer biology and the expanding availability of clinical and multi-omics data have created new opportunities to refine patient stratification and extend the therapeutic potential of existing treatments. Realizing this potential, however, requires computational approaches that can integrate diverse datasets while preserving biological relevance. We present an integrated in-silico framework that transforms heterogeneous multimodal datasets into standardized, analysis-ready resources through systematic curation, harmonization, quality control, and data integration, providing a reliable foundation for downstream analyses.

Machine learning and statistical approaches are then applied to identify predictive and prognostic biomarker signatures associated with treatment response and clinical outcome. These signatures enable biologically interpretable patient stratification, distinguish likely responders from non-responders, and provide insight into molecular mechanisms underlying therapeutic response and resistance.

Biomarkers validated within a specific disease indication are subsequently evaluated across other diseases that share similar molecular characteristics, providing an evidence-based strategy for identifying additional patient populations that may benefit from existing therapies. Complementary analyses, including target identification, in-silico perturbation studies, and drug repurposing assessments, further place these findings within a mechanistic context and support the generation of testable therapeutic hypotheses.

By integrating data-driven biomarker discovery with biological interpretation, this framework provides a systematic approach to patient stratification and indication expansion, supporting more informed therapeutic decision-making and advancing the application of precision oncology across diverse disease settings.

 LS09-02
Hongbin Yang (Chemical.AI)
"AI + Chemistry Accelerates Molecular Synthesis"

Synthetic route design is a persistent bottleneck in molecular R&D. Traditional route planning depends strongly on individual chemist experience, which can restrict route diversity, prolong development cycles, and increase experimental cost. This limitation is becoming more critical as pharmaceutical and materials research demand faster molecular iteration.
Here we present ChemAIRS, an intelligent synthesis design platform that integrates large-scale chemical data mining and deep learning to generate diverse and feasible synthetic routes within minutes. Beyond route generation, the platform also supports reaction impurity prediction, process optimization, and reaction condition recommendation, providing chemists with a comprehensive workflow for synthesis design and decision-making in both medicinal chemistry and process chemistry. More recently, we developed a new framework to involve LLM in ChemAIRS to improve the accuracy and interpretability in both route design and impurity prediction.
ChemAIRS reduces dependence on individual expertise, improves synthesis efficiency, and accelerates the translation of molecular ideas into practical applications. More broadly, it offers a digital and intelligent framework for modern synthetic chemistry research.

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