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Dr. Michael Yao, PhD
  • PhD – Shaper of Global Biopharmaceutical Policy, Rarely Makes Appearances, to Attend International Summit on Biotechnology and Regenerative Medicine.
  • We are immensely honored to announce that Dr. Michael Yao, PhD-a senior expert with exceptional
    influence in global biopharmaceutical policy and a recipient of the U.S. FDA Lifetime Achievement
    Award (2017)-willjoin our conference as a distinguished guest.
  • His career seamlessly integrates profound regulatory experience, academic insight, and business vision, particularly positioning him as a key driver in advancing biotechnology and regenerative medicine across China, the United States, and Eurasia.
  • Professional Perspective: In any country, if a biotech R&D institution has not obtained the requisite clinical trial approvals from the national regulatory authorities (including those for autologous cells), local regulatory agencies should strictly prohibit any form of human application.

Core Highlights: Why Your Global Healthcare Strategy Must Focus on the FDA and Engage with Dr. Yao

1. An Authoritative Foundation: Over 15 Years Deeply Involved in Shaping FDA Regulations
  • Recipient of the FDA Lifetime Achievement Award (2017): This award honors individuals with over 15 years of service at the FDA who have made lasting contributions to regulatory science and public health, representing one of the agency’s highest internal honors.
  • Architect of Cell and Gene Therapy Policies: During his 15-year tenure as a Senior Medical Officer at the FDA, Dr. Yao directly led and participated in the design and approval processes for U.S. Congressional/FDA regulations concerning biopharmaceuticals, especially cell and gene therapies.
  • These regulations have set reference standards for global oversight in these fields.
  • Understanding the FDA’s Global Influence:
  • Scientific Rigor and Foresight: The FDA’s review process is often regarded as the global “gold standard,” and its approvals for innovative products like cell and gene therapies have a profound international impact.
  • Policy Spillover Effect: Many countries closely reference or even adopt FDA regulations and technical guidelines when formulating their own national regulatory frameworks, making understanding FDA developments essential for global biotech companies and national agencies.
2. A Global Coordinator: Advancing Alignment of U.S.-China-EU Regulatory Standards
  • Key Figure in U.S.-Europe Policy Coordination: Dr. Yao co-chaired the FDA-EU Biopharmaceutical Policy Harmonization Committee, dedicated to bridging regulatory differences across the Atlantic for advanced therapies and promoting standard unification.
  • A Strategic Bridge in U.S.-China Biotech:
  • He is not only deeply involved in U.S. FDA policy but also serves as an advisor to the Chief Executive of the Macau SAR and the Chinese Academy of Engineering (in immunology).
  • He is also a Guest Professor at top Chinese institutions like Tsinghua University and Peking Union Medical College.
  • This unique dual capacity makes him one of the highest-level experts currently promoting exchange and cooperation between the U.S. and China in cutting-edge fields like biotechnology and regenerative medicine.
3. Insight into the Next 'High Ground': Who is Setting Standards Beyond the U.S.?
  • While the European Medicines Agency (EMA) is widely recognized as another globally influential, stringent regulatory system, future competition and collaboration extend far beyond. Leveraging his unique global perspective, Dr. Yao will analyze:
  • Which countries/regions beyond the U.S. and EU are rapidly establishing internationally competitive regulatory standards?
  • What challenges and opportunities does global regulatory coordination face in disruptive technology fields like cell and gene therapy?
  • How should countries and companies strategize to navigate this ongoing global paradigm shift in regulations?
Key Speech Information
  • Theme: Regulatory Frontiers and Future Trends in Global Biotechnology and Regenerative Medicine
  • Time: November 9th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Professional Session (Limited Seats) & November 11th
    Expert Forum
Core Content:
  1. Analysis of Globally Leading Countries: Interpret the advantages and regulatory landscapes of the U.S., China, Japan, Germany, and others in regenerative medicine.
  2. Importance and Process of Standardized Clinical Trials: Explain how they ensure therapy safety and efficacy, and provide an in-depth analysis of the complete pathway from trial design to regulatory approval.
  3. Frontier Country Dynamics: Reveal how many countries are at the technological forefront globally and their innovation models.
  4. Future Trends: Foresee industry-shaping trends like allogeneic cell therapies and Al-driven R&D.
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