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EnhancING the Efficiency and Sustainability of Oligonucleotide Manufacturing

28–29 April, 2026

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On the 28–29th April 2026, Nucleic Acid Insights brought together a select Special Interest Group (SIG) of 36 leading experts from across the oligonucleotides community to address the sector's most pressing challenges around improving the efficiency and sustainability of oligos manufacturing. This invitation-only initiative, taking place under the Chatham House Rule, provides a trusted, collaborative space for open discussion and actionable problem-solving – driving meaningful change through expert insight, strategic thinking and shared commitment.

The Topic

The inefficiency and wastage associated with oligo synthesis is both economically and environmentally unsustainable. During the inaugural SIG meeting, participants identified practical strategies and optimal tools to reduce waste, streamline production, and establish a roadmap for efficient manufacturing across the sector.

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Steering Committee

Meet our Nucleic Acid Insights SIG Steering Committee Members who advised on the topics for discussion.

Participants

Find out more about our participants.

From Insight to Action

Following the meeting, the Nucleic Acid Insights editorial team are producing a suite of authoritative outputs – including a White Paper, reports, position pieces, and infographics. These will be designed to inform, inspire, and guide the wider community.

If you would like to be kept informed about the progression and development of the outputs of the SIG, please register your interest. Additionally you can explore the current outputs via the button below.

Insight to action

Sponsorship opportunities

Each working group will be open to exclusive sponsorship, delivering:

Thought leadership – your SME joins or leads a working group discussion, shaping the debate and enjoying very targeted networking

Brand exposure – via the White Paper and Meeting Report (widely distributed to our 15,000 Nucleic Acid Insights readers)

Lead generation – through discussion outputs, such as webinars, articles, and infographics

FAQs

Who can participate in the SIG?
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Participation is by invitation only and aimed at senior experts and thought leaders from across the oligonucleotides community.

When and where will the SIG take place?
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The inaugural Nucleic Acids Insights SIG will take place virtually on April 28–29, 2026, bringing together up to 50 selected participants from across the globe.

What happens after the meeting?
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Initially, the discussion outcomes will be transformed into a White Paper, reports, and other open-access resources, ensuring the insights and strategies developed by the group have a lasting impact across the sector. Looking further ahead, additional activities and content may include webinars, articles, and in-person SIG member functions and report-outs to the attendees at major global conferences for the oligos sector.

Sponsored by

Cytiva