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Designing Better Pediatric Medicines for Real-World Patient Needs

A full-day event dedicated to advancing pediatric medicine

Thursday Aug 13, 2026

This event starts at 9:00 am ET and runs through 5:00 pm ET. In-person event, virtual attendance is unavailable. Questions or trouble registering? Contact events[@]quotientsciences.com.

MassBio Cambridge, MA, United States 700 Technology Square, 5th Floor, MA 02139
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Event Details

Join us for a full-day event dedicated to advancing pediatric medicine, featuring expert-led sessions and networking opportunities. 

Hosted by the Quotient Sciences team, this event brings together leading professionals to discuss key topics in pediatric drug development, including taste and palatability assessments, regulatory considerations, food compatibility, formulation development, and patient acceptability. 

You'll hear presentations from renowned speakers, with the opportunity to participate in interactive Q&A sessions and ample time for networking over lunch and a drinks reception at the conclusion of the event.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise, connect with peers, or explore the latest innovations in pediatric science, this event promises valuable insights and engaging discussions.

TimeDescription
09:00 AM – 09:15 AM

Welcome & Introduction

Presented by Nazim Kanji (Quotient Sciences) 

09:15 AM – 10:00 AM

Trends, Targets, and Expectations for Pediatric New Product Development / Q&A

Presented by Daniel Schaufelberger (Schaufelberger Consulting) 

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Pediatric Regs and Guidelines / Pediatric plans / QTPP / PERA

Presented by Mohan Ganapathy (Mohan Pharma CMC Consulting LLC)

10:45 AM – 11:15 AMCoffee Break 
11:15 AM – 12:00 AM

Pediatric Formulation Development and Clinical Assessment / Q&A 
Flavor-masking, taste assessments 

Presented by Helen Baker (Quotient Sciences) 

12:00 AM – 12:45 PM

Patient Considerations for Pediatric Dosage Form Design / Pediatric Acceptability / Q&A

Presented by Rachel Meyers (Rutgers University) 

12:45 PM – 01:30 PMLunch & Networking
01:30 PM – 02:15 PMFood Compatibility Studies / Q&A 
Presented by Brad Rowe (Quotient Sciences)
02:15 PM – 03:00 PM

Late-Stage/Commercial Considerations for Pediatric Drug Products

Presented by Bob Cornog (Quotient Sciences)

03:00 PM – 05:00 PMClosing Remarks and Q&A followed by a drinks reception

Questions or trouble registering? Contact events[@]quotientsciences.com.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Trends in pediatric drug development
  • Regulatory perspectives in PIP/PSP, pediatric QTPP, and excipient risk assessment
  • Formulation development pathways for pediatric products
  • Taste and palatability assessment approaches for pediatric dosage forms 
  • Patient centric design and acceptability in hospital settings
  • Food compatibility studies with pediatric dosage forms
  • Scale-up process development of pediatric dosage forms

Meet our Experts

  • Brad Rowe

    Brad Rowe

    Senior Director, Integrated Development

  • Robert Cornog

    Robert Cornog

    Senior Director, Product Development

  • Dr. Helen Baker's headshot

    Dr. Helen Baker

    Director, Formulation Design, Analytical Development

  • Nazim Kanji's headshot

    Nazim Kanji

    Executive Director, Pediatric Services

  • Dr. Daniel Schaufelberger

    Daniel Schaufelberger, PhD

    Pharmaceutical Executive

  • Rachel Meyers

    Rachel Meyers

    Clinical Professor

  • Mohan

    Ganapathy Mohan, Ph.D

    President, Mohan Pharma CMC Consulting LLC

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