iDR26:

Navigating the Future

12-13 May 2026

Brussels, Belgium

INTERNATIONAL DRUG REPURPOSING CONFERENCE

Join the leading international drug repurposing conference to explore the future of patient-centric medicines repurposing.  

From rare diseases and AI-driven drug discovery, to policy, funding and community-led success stories, iDR26 brings together the global drug repurposing community to navigate the next chapter in maximising patient benefit. 

12-13 May

2026

Maison de la Poste

Brussels, Belgium

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Why Join This Event?

Join an international community of experts who are driving real-world change in drug repurposing. iDR26 offers an unparalleled opportunity to exchange insights, build partnerships, and explore how repurposing can deliver faster, more affordable treatments for patients worldwide.

Cutting-edge science

Explore AI-driven drug discovery, biosimilars, biologics, and emerging technologies transforming the drug repurposing pathway.

Community and collaboration

Connect with key stakeholders through interactive sessions, poster presentations, and networking opportunities designed to strengthen the global repurposing ecosystem.

Policy and access discussions

Engage with policymakers, funders and regulatory experts to identify viable market routes and policy frameworks ensuring equitable access to repurposed medicines.

Real-world case studies

Hear from national and international initiatives through interactive case studies, successful public-private partnerships and cutting-edge clinical trials for rare disease.

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What Makes iDR26 Unmissable 

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 INFRASTRUCTURE & SERVICE PROVIDERS

CONFERENCE PROGRAMME

Explore our agenda packed with talks, real-world case studies, and collaborative discussions across four dynamic tracks.

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Rare Diseases

Industry

Drug Discovery

Repurposing Community

TICKETING

There are four different ticket types for this conference. If you are unsure of your ticket group, please email conference@remedi4all.org.

Share your ideas

Be an active part of iDR26 by submitting a Poster or applying for a Lightning Talk

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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) - United Kingdom
Beacon for rare diseases

Beacon is a UK-based charity that is building a united rare disease community with patient groups at its heart.

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