Medicines Reimagined:
Unlocking the Potential of Existing Drugs for Patient Benefit
Amsterdam
The Netherlands
INTERNATIONAL DRUG REPURPOSING CONFERENCE
Join us at iDR25 – the international drug repurposing conference – to unlock the full potential of medicines in driving innovation for patient benefit. From cutting-edge AI approaches transforming drug discovery to exploring innovative business models and regulatory pathways for market access, the event brings together key opinion leaders from research and patient communities, policymakers, funders, regulators and the private sector. Join others who are passionate about the transformative potential of medicines, to innovate, connect and reshape drug repurposing.
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Why join this event?
Connect with global experts and key opinion leaders and learn first-hand why and how drug repurposing is fast evolving to revolutionise the medicine development landscape.
What to expect from iDR25?
Learn from Real-Life Examples
Hear from those at the forefront of successful drug repurposing initiatives and discover how cutting-edge AI and patient-centric trial designs are redefining clinical research.
Drive Policy Change and Shape the Future of Healthcare
Explore the potential impact of drug repurposing on public health, gain valuable insights on regulatory pathways, and learn about policy advancements crucial to facilitate patient access to medicines.
Grow Your Network
Interact with diverse stakeholders from across the drug repurposing pipeline through dedicated sessions and partnering opportunities to strengthen existing collaboration and foster new connections.
Explore Viable Business Models with Key Stakeholders
Identify innovative business models that cultivate cross-sectoral benefits.
Who is it for?
PATIENTS
Organisations – Patient champions
RESEARCHERS
Academia – Clinical – Industry – Early Career Researchers
INDUSTRY
Big pharma – Generics – Biotech – SMEs
FUNDERS
Funding programmes – Philanthropic organisations – Payers
IMPACT INVESTORS
POLICY MAKERS & PAYERS
REGULATORY & HEALTH TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENT (HTA) BODIES
RESEARCH INFRASTRUCTURES & SERVICE PROVIDERS
Pre-Conference Workshops
To kick off the iDR25 conference series, two exclusive pre-conference workshops will be held on 6th May 2025 at the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW). The workshops are primarily aimed at academics, early career researchers and patient representatives looking to increase the understanding of key topics related to medicines repurposing and gain practical skills to apply to current and future drug repurposing projects.
Note: this event is separate to the conference itself and is not included in the ticket price for #iDR25.
CONFERENCE AGENDA
Day 1: Wed 7 May
Opening Plenaries
TRACK: AI for Drug Repurposing
TRACK: Repurposing for rare, ultra-rare and paediatrics
TRACK: Pathways to patient access
Networking Event
Day 2: Thurs 8 May
TRACK: Innovative clinical trial designs for repurposing
TRACK: Repurposing for rare, ultra-rare and paediatrics
TRACK: Pathways to patient access
Delegate-proposed talks
Closing Plenary and Poster Competition
Ticketing
There are three different ticket types for this conference. If you are unsure what is your ticket group, please email conference@remedi4all.org.
We appreciate there may be a financial-barrier to small patient groups and patients in attending this conference. We are able to offer support towards accommodation and travel costs and local transportation for these individuals. Please get in touch with conference@remedi4all.org to discuss your needs.
Early Bird Tickets
General Admission
This is the most common ticket. Unless you belong to one of the groups listed below, this is the ticket you should select.
€450
Regular price: €590
Early Bird Tickets
Academia, Clinicians, Regulatory & Government
This ticket is reserved for clinicians, academics, scientists, HTAs, regulatory and government bodies.
€230
Regular price: €320
Early Bird Tickets
Patients & Charities
This ticket is reserved for patient organisations, patients, patient caregivers, and charities.
€95
Regular price: €120
Cancellation policy: All cancellations must be received in writing to conference@remedi4all.org 21 calendar days prior to the start of the event (16th April 2025). Eventbrite’s ticketing fee is non-refundable.
For cancellation after this time – or if the delegate fails to attend the event, no refund may be expected. Substitutions are welcome at no extra charge up until 1st May 2025.
The organisers reserve the right to cancel the event at any time without liability. In these circumstances, delegates will be offered an alternative date, a credit note, or a full refund.
Please note: our ticketing provider, Eventbrite, has introduced a new feature that allows you to reserve tickets before completing the order form which appears on the next page. To secure your tickets fully, please make sure to complete the form in its entirety.
Share your ideas
Conference Poster Session: Call for Abstracts
We are thrilled to announce an engaging Poster Session during our upcoming #iDR25 conference, Whether you’re a patient group representative, researcher or industry professional, we invite you to showcase your work, stories, and experiences to an international audience of professionals and thought leaders in the drug repurposing field.
Submit your abstract
Enter the competition! Posters will be assessed based on clarity of science, presentation delivery, relevance, visual appeal, originality and quality of the research by experts within the drug repurposing field with the winner to receive a prize.
Abstract Submission Deadline: February 14, 2025
Categories for Poster Submissions
Patient-Centric Repurposing Research
Cross-border Collaborations in Repurposing
Challenges and Opportunities in Drug Repurposing
Innovative Methods to Identify Repurposing Opportunities
Drug Repurposing Policy and Access
Drug Repurposing Case Studies
Networking and Knowledge Exchange
New for #iDR25, we will be offering delegates new networking opportunities. From Lightning Talks to dedicated sessions you will have an opportunity to share your work, knowledge and ideas with likeminded individuals from different stakeholder groups.
The format of sessions will be confirmed very soon and we will be inviting delegates to propose topics shortly.
More information coming soon!
Felix Meritis
The international drug repurposing conference “Medicines Reimagined: Unlocking the Potential of Existing Drugs for Patient Benefit” will take place at Felix Meritis (Amsterdam) between 7-8 May 2025-
Felix Meritis, an icon on the Keizersgracht, was established in 1777 as a society of entrepreneurs, scientists, artists, and philosophers. With seven magnificent halls, including the impressive Concertzaal and the renowned Shaffyzaal with balcony and foyer. The decor pays homage to its illustrious past, while the facilities are state-of-the-art for the 21st century.
Felix Meritis
Keizersgracht 324
1016 EZ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Stay in one of the many hotels nearby
Co-organisers
REMEDi4ALL
REMEDi4ALL is an EU-funded research initiative that is driving forward the repurposing of medicines in Europe.
Beacon for rare diseases
Beacon is a UK-based charity that is building a united rare disease community with patient groups at its heart.
Headline Sponsor
ZonMw
ZonMw programmes and funds research and innovation in health, healthcare and well-being, encourages the use of this knowledge and highlights knowledge needs.
Sponsorship opportunities
Interested in becoming a sponsor of this event?
Showcase your business to a diverse audience, including researchers, the patient community, funders, regulators, and representatives from the private sector. As a sponsor, you'll get unique visibility through strategic logo placements, exhibition space, social media exposure, networking opportunities, and more. Contact our sponsorship team at sponsorship@remedi4all.org to find out more about the various sponsorship packages available.
Contact sponsorship teamREMEDi4ALL Partners & Associated partners
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