Peptalk 2026 x KACTUS

By Hannah Flaherty

December 15, 2025

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What is PepTalk USA?

PepTalk, The Protein Science and Production Week, is the leading conference dedicated to advancing biotherapeutic discovery and development. With more than two decades of history, PepTalk bridges foundational protein research with real-world biopharmaceutical applications. Attendees gain insights from world-class speakers, connect with a highly engaged scientific community, and explore innovative tools that accelerate research, development, and manufacturing workflows.

Event Overview

Venue: Hilton San Diego Bayfront, 1 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101

Dates: January 20-22, 2025

Conference Day 1: Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 7:30 AM – 6:40 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours- 10:40am - 6:40pm

Conference Day 2: Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:15 AM – 5:50 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours- 10:20am - 4:50pm

Conference Day 3: Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Exhibit Hall Hours- 9:30am - 1:40pm

Booth #508

Event Schedule

The PepTalk 2025 agenda offers four days packed with insightful keynotes, expert-led track sessions, and engaging panel discussions. Topics span protein expression, membrane protein production, high-throughput automation, targeted therapies, and advancements in protein purification and characterization. For a complete overview, explore the full PepTalk 2026 agenda.

Day 1: Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Registration and Morning Coffee at 7:30 AM
Organizer’s Opening Remarks at 8:30 AM
Producing Challenging and Membrane Protein Targets from 8:35 AM to 10:40 AM
Grand Opening Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 10:40 AM
Advanced Protein Expression and Production Sessions from 11:20 AM to 12:20 PM
Transition to Lunch at 12:20 PM
Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 1:00 PM
Optimizing Protein Production and Developability from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Plenary Keynote Session from 4:30 PM to 5:40 PM
Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 5:40 PM

Day 3: Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Registration Opens at 7:15 AM
BuzZ Sessions with Continental Breakfast at 7:30 AM
AI Driven Expression and Advanced Analytics Sessions from 8:15 AM to 10:20 AM
Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 10:20 AM
Protein and Peptide Production Technologies from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
PepTalk Keynote Panel Celebrating 25 Years of Science from 1:10 PM to 1:45 PM
25th Anniversary Cake Cutting in the Exhibit Hall at 1:45 PM
Advancements in Protein Production Tools and Workflows from 2:15 PM to 4:20 PM
Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 4:20 PM

Day 4: Thursday, January 22, 2026

Registration Opens at 8:00 AM
Plenary Keynote Session from 8:25 AM to 9:30 AM
Coffee Break in the Exhibit Hall with Poster Viewing at 9:30 AM
Therapeutic Protein and Peptide Production Sessions from 10:20 AM to 12:25 PM
Transition to Lunch at 12:25 PM
Ice Cream and Cookie Break in the Exhibit Hall with Last Chance for Poster Viewing at 1:00 PM
Workflow Optimization and Scalable Protein Production from 1:40 PM to 4:15 PM

About KACTUS

KACTUS excels in crafting and producing an array of superior-grade, highly active recombinant proteins and enzymes, catering to diverse sectors like antibody drug discovery, immunotherapy, gene therapy, and mRNA therapeutics. Our expansive catalog, boasting over 2500 recombinant proteins, encompasses a wide spectrum of targets, species, tags, and labels, each thoughtfully chosen to address the specific, unmet needs of scientists engaged in drug development. The hallmark of our product selection process is a rigorous emphasis on exceptional quality and a steadfast commitment to ensuring reliable supply, thereby upholding the highest standards of excellence and client satisfaction.