VALIDATE 2026
April 29 - 30, 2026
Dublin, Ireland
Discover and apply validation technologies, regulations & best practices at VALIDATE 2026
About VALIDATE
Technology, Regulation,
Best Practices
VALIDATE is an annual validation experience, powered by Kneat, that gathers validation and quality professionals from around the world to discover and apply validation technologies, regulations, and best practices. Learn from multiple expert-led sessions and connect with peers at VALIDATE’s offsite social experiences.
2026 Sessions
Accelerating Digital Maturity
Digital Validation is critical in enabling Life Sciences organizations to reach an Industry/Pharma 4.0 operating model, by enabling the implementation and ongoing validation of new technologies. To achieve this goal, organizations must adapt validation methodologies and control strategies, apply new and integrate existing technologies and work closely with a broader group of stakeholders. VALIDATE 2025 is your springboard for closing the digital maturity gap in Validation. Attend VALIDATE to learn the strategies required to drive effective digitalization, enhance operational excellence, and meet the new bar of complexity of Validation 4.0.
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Past Speakers
Learn from leading validation technologists, regulatory specialists, and process experts as they share their insight. Past Speakers from previous VALIDATE conferences included representatives from leading life sciences companies, including:
2025 Keynote Speaker:
From Digitization to “Data”fication
Dr. Shawn DuBravac
is an economist, futurist, trendcaster, and NY Times bestselling author, who empowers leaders and their organizations to improve their strategic decision-making by understanding the changing technological and societal landscape and identifying the opportunities that lie ahead.
Who Attends
Tailor-Made for Professionals Like You
VALIDATE is built for validation professionals in highly-regulated industries. You can expect to connect with:
Senior Quality Executives
Validation Engineers, Specialists, and Managers
QA and Validation Technologists
Regulatory Experts
Destination
Boston, Massachusetts
Walking the Line Between Innovation & Tradition
Boston, the capital city of Massachusetts, seamlessly blends historic charm with modern innovation. Renowned for its pivotal role in American history, Boston is a treasure trove of colonial-era landmarks and revolutionary sites. Walking along the Freedom Trail, visitors can explore iconic locations such as the Boston Common, Paul Revere’s House, and the Old North Church, each narrating the story of America’s fight for independence.
However, Boston is not merely a city of the past. It thrives as a hub of education and technology, home to prestigious institutions like Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Boston’s cultural scene is equally vibrant. The city boasts a rich array of museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts and the Boston Science Museum. The historic Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, offers a quintessential American baseball experience. A city of contrasts, Boston marries its storied past with a progressive outlook, maintaining its status as a beacon of American culture, education, and innovation. With its eclectic mix of education, sports, and urban flair, Boston truly does have something for everyone.
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Frequently asked questions
If for some reason you are no longer able to attend, Kneat Solutions will refund you 50% of your ticket cost or roll your badge over to the following year’s VALIDATE. Kneat Solutions will no longer issue refunds or transfers after April 15, 2026.
No, VALIDATE is in person only.
Yes, you may purchase multiple tickets, and you may change the name up until April 10, 2026.
We’ve created a template to help you make your case to your stakeholders. Our Justification Template includes event descriptions, value adds, and examples of how validation professionals such as yourself have benefitted from VALIDATE events.
No, VALIDATE is open to all professionals with an interest in validation, quality, or digital transformation as the industry event on this topic. Whether you’re a current customer or new to Kneat, you’ll gain valuable insights from leading industry experts and Kneat specialists on the latest technologies and best practices shaping digital validation.
If you’d prefer to be invoiced rather than pay by card, simply contact your account manager or email [email protected] to request an invoice.
Yes, we are currently alternating between the U.S. and Europe each year. With our rapid growth, we constantly evaluate this schedule based on the needs of the validation community.
If events beyond the reasonable control of Kneat Solutions prevent at least 40% of the attendees from attending the event, so that it is impracticable, illegal, or impossible to hold the conference, Kneat Solutions may cancel the event and offer registrants a credit for a future VALIDATE conference in the amount of the paid registration fee.
Current customers and Strategic Partners of Kneat Solutions are invited to these exclusive events. There will be plenty of other opportunities at VALIDATE for non-customers and other partners to network with the broader community.
We do not share information with any other organization or third party.
We are always looking for experienced and enthusiastic speakers to share their insights! Please submit this form to be considered:
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