President of Cuban Chemical Society to Lead Opening Keynote at InformEx 2016

Luis Alberto Montero-Cabrera, president of the Cuban Chemical Society and professor of chemistry at the University of Havana, will lead the opening keynote at InformEx 2016, a conference and tradeshow for the fine and specialty chemical industry scheduled for Feb. 2–4 at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA. 

Montero-Cabera will report on Cuba’s most notable scientific achievements in biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, and nanotechnology, describe how businesses can create strategic partnerships between the United States and Cuba.

InformEx opens on Feb. 2 with exhibitor showcases, an exhibit hall grand opening, and welcome reception.

Education sessions on Feb. 3 include a life science industry outlook panel, a discussion on synthetic biology, preformulation and formulation development, supply chain issues, and open innovation to foster external collaboration in the pharmaceutical industry.

Sessions on Feb. 4 include discussions on green technology, maximizing the value of a business and an interactive panel on preparing the next generation for commercial success.

In addition, the Young Innovators Program offers hands-on programming aimed at connecting a new generation of chemical professionals with industry leaders.

Source: InformEx