LABEST 2026
That's a wrap
2 Satellite Events
4 Days of Engagement
5 Receptions
26+ Live Pitches
30 Sponsors
75+ Speakers
1200+ Registered Attendees
Thank you to all who participated in LABEST 2026. This was a record event as we reached our highest registration numbers ever. Over four days, LABEST 2026 encompassed workforce development, startups connecting with funders, the latest in medical technology development and news of groundbreaking advancements in bioscience.
Thank you to all of our LABEST 2026 Sponsors. Their continued support and generosity is vital to the conference.
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LABEST 2026 Registration has ended
LATEST NEWS: $50 Bioscience Afternoon Tickets
What: LABEST 2026 Week featuring MedTech and Bioscience Conferences
When: Monday, May 18 - Thursday, May 21, 2026
Where: UCLA Campus and UCLA Luskin Conference Center
Produced by UCLA Technology Development Group with support from our generous sponsors
Schedule-at-a-Glance
Monday - May 18 -
Partner Event: 11th Annual Bioscience Talent Connection at UCLA James West Alumni Center
Workforce development event with PhD and Graduate Student attendance from regional universities including UCLA, USC, Caltech, Cal State LA and more. Free for students.
Tuesday - May 19 - Select attendees invited - limited space
LABEST Primer Founders and Funders Mixer
Event for select attendees to connect with VC, banks, investors and company founders.
Wednesday - May 20
LABEST MedTech Day at Luskin Conference Center
Entering its 14th year, MedTech features keynote speakers, panels, networking and exhibitors. Topics include AI, medical devices, early-stage demo track and more.
Thursday - May 21
LABEST Bioscience Day at Luskin Conference Center
The capstone event of the week with over 800 attendees and leaders from industry, VC and researchers throughout the LA Region. Don't miss the LABEST Closing Reception on the Luskin Terrace.
Thank you to all our sponsors!
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