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PODD Conference 2026: Meet Datwyler at Booth #406

De-Risking CCS Selection, Qualification, and Compatibility for Parenteral and Ophthalmic Applications

  • Exhibiting and speaking at the Parenteral and Ophthalmic Drug Discussion Conference in Boston, October 29–30
  • Yitian Xiao presents "Scaling Up Subcutaneous Delivery: New Innovations to Enable At-Home Care" on October 29 at 6:00 PM
  • Topics: large-volume delivery device trends, NeoFlex™ plunger compatibility with sensitive biologics, and integrated partnership models for complex drug delivery
  • Visit Booth #406 to discuss subcutaneous and parenteral application challenges with Datwyler's experts
Date October 29, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Location The Sheraton Boston | Boston, MA, USA
Details Booth #406
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Event Overview

De-Risking Packaging for Complex Drug Products

The Parenteral and Ophthalmic Drug Discussion (PODD) Conference is where CMC, regulatory, and packaging scientists convene for focused, high-value technical exchange on the most demanding drug delivery formats, and Datwyler is joining to engage specialists in drug delivery device design and advanced injection systems.

About our talk

Yitian Xiao, Global Biologics Product Expert at Datwyler, presents "Scaling Up Subcutaneous Delivery: New Innovations to Enable At-Home Care" on Thursday, October 29 at 6:00 PM.

  • Understand current drug delivery trends and the plunger profiles needed to meet the evolving requirements of large-volume delivery devices
  • Demonstrate NeoFlex™ plunger compatibility with sensitive biologics and delivery system requirements
  • Explore the advantages of integrated partnerships in shortening development timelines for complex drug delivery challenges

Want to connect?

Find us at Booth #406, where you can put your toughest packaging challenge to our team and explore Datwyler's comprehensive portfolio of:

  • Container closure system selection for parenteral applications, backed by extractables and leachables data and container closure integrity testing

  • Elastomer components and closure systems engineered for auto-injectors, wearable devices, and on-body delivery platforms

All supported by regulatory dossier support designed to accelerate CMC documentation for injectable and ophthalmic drug products.

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Presentation Details

Scaling Up Subcutaneous Delivery: New Innovations to Enable At-Home Care

Date & Time October 29, 2026 • 6:00 PM

As biologics move from clinic to home, the demand for large-volume subcutaneous delivery systems is accelerating — and the elastomer components at the heart of those systems must evolve with it. This session examines the current drug delivery landscape, the functional plunger profiles required to meet the performance demands of large-volume on-body and auto-injector devices, and the compatibility data that gives pharmaceutical developers confidence in NeoFlex™ across sensitive biologic formulations. Yitian Xiao also explores how integrated partnerships between device, primary packaging, and elastomer suppliers can compress development timelines and reduce risk for manufacturers navigating the complexity of combination drug-device commercialization. 

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Meet the Speakers

Yitian Xiao

Yitian Xiao

Global Biologics Product Expert | Datwyler

Yitian Xiao is currently a Global Biologics Product Expert at Datwyler and brings a breadth of experience leading thought leadership initiatives supporting the evolving needs of the biologics industry. He previously worked in a commercial development role at Becton Dickinson (BD) providing pharmaceutical customers with consultation on BD products, services, and solutions to meet their development timelines. Prior to BD, he was a combination product R&D engineer at AstraZeneca responsible for managing technical aspects of device development, such as user needs, test method development, design verification, and design validation.

Yitian holds a M.Eng in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University and a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering from Georgia Tech.  

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What We're Showcasing at PODD Conference

Explore the solutions and technologies most relevant to this event.

Drug Delivery Solutions for Home-Based & Patient-Centric Care
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Drug Delivery Solutions for Home-Based & Patient-Centric Care

As subcutaneous and at-home administration becomes the new standard, your packaging must keep pace. Datwyler offers reliable components compatible with biologics and GLP-1 formulations, including solutions for auto-injectors, prefillable syringe systems, and ready-to-use components designed for contamination-free fill-finish operations.
Container Closure Systems for Combination Products & Wearable Devices
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Container Closure Systems for Combination Products & Wearable Devices

Datwyler presents elastomer components and closure systems engineered for integration into auto-injectors, wearable devices, and on-body delivery platforms — offering device engineers and combination product developers the performance, compatibility, and regulatory confidence needed for subcutaneous and parenteral applications.
High-Performance Components for Biologic Drug Delivery
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High-Performance Components for Biologic Drug Delivery

Biologic therapies demand packaging components that deliver exceptional purity, compatibility, and performance. Datwyler's NeoFlex™ and OmniFlex® elastomer platforms are engineered to support sensitive biologic formulations, with ultra-clean manufacturing, optimized extractables profiles, and the reliability required for complex injectable drug products.
Additional Information

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Access additional materials and information related to this event and Datwyler’s solutions.

Resource The New Subcutaneous Landscape: Adapting Drug Delivery for Biologics at Home
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Resource Parenteral Packaging for Cartridges in Drug Delivery Devices
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Resource The Rise of Large-Volume Injectors in a Patient-Centric Era
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Helpful Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PODD Conference?
The PODD Conference (Parenteral and Ophthalmic Drug Discussion) brings together CMC, regulatory, and packaging scientists focused on demanding drug delivery formats.
When is the PODD Conference 2026?
The conference takes place October 29–30, 2026, at The Sheraton Boston.
Is Datwyler presenting at PODD?
Yes, Yitian Xiao presents "Scaling Up Subcutaneous Delivery: New Innovations to Enable At-Home Care" on Thursday, October 29 at 6:00 PM.
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