Your first look at Breakthrough East speakers — and more

First Breakthrough East speakers announced. Super Early Access still open for Breakthrough West.

Log in All Events UPCOMING SUMMITS MARCH 2026 | NEW YORK CITY Early speakers announced Our first Breakthrough East speakers are live, featuring R&D leaders from Eli Lilly and Biogen, plus a panel of leading science communicators.   Award-winning reporter Damian Garde is also back at STAT and will take the stage in New York City. More speakers to be announced soon. Follow along to see who is taking the stage in 2026. Reduced rates still available. REGISTER NOW & SAVE On stage in NYC Jacob Van Naarden Executive Vice President; President, Lilly Oncology and Head of Corporate Business Development, Eli Lilly and Company Jane Grogan, Ph.D. Executive Vice President and Head of Research, Biogen Damian Garde Reporter at Large, Live and Feature Journalism, STAT MAY 2026 | SAN FRANCISCO Plan ahead and save for Breakthrough West Thinking about attending Breakthrough West? There is still time to register at our lowest rate to join us in San Francisco. Secure Super Early Access pricing before year's end and make the most of your 2025 budget. REGISTER NOW & SAVE STAT, 1 Exchange Place, Boston, MA ©2025, All Rights Reserved. I no longer wish to receive STAT emails Update Newsletter Preferences • Contact Us • Advertise with Us