Announcement of Participation in the “BIO International Convention 2026” Japan Pavilion and Presentation of the Latest Research Findings

We are pleased to announce that Gel Coat Biomaterials, Inc. will be exhibiting at the “Japan Pavilion,” organized by the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), at the “BIO International Convention 2026”—one of the world’s largest biotechnology trade shows—to be held in San Diego, USA, from Monday, June 22, to Thursday, June 25, 2026.

The “BIO International Convention” is an international business matching event that brings together leading companies, research institutions, and investors in the biotechnology and life sciences fields from around the world.

As a startup spun out of the University of Tokyo, we specialize in interface control and surface modification, and we are building partnerships for new product development centered on our proprietary “biocompatible amoeba hydrogel technology.”

Our company is dedicated to solving major challenges in the biotechnology field that have long been difficult to address. We will be presenting our latest findings at this exhibition.

In San Diego, a global hub for life sciences and biotechnology, we will showcase our cutting-edge biomaterial technology and accelerate partnerships with overseas pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions for joint research and proof-of-concept trials.

During the event, we will be available at our booth in the Japan Pavilion to discuss the details of our technology and specific partnership opportunities. We invite you to visit our booth when you attend the event.

▼ Event Overview

• Event Name: BIO International Convention 2026

• Dates: June 22 (Monday) – June 25 (Thursday), 2026

• Location: San Diego, California, USA (San Diego Convention Center)

• Exhibition Area: Japan Pavilion (Organized by JETRO)

• Official Event URL: BIO International Convention | June 22-25 | San Diego

Gel Coat Biomaterials CEO Shin Yoshida to Deliver a Lecture at the 106th Annual Meeting of the Chemical Society of Japan

Gel Coat Biomaterials, Inc. (Tokyo, Japan) announces that CEO Shin Yoshida will deliver a lecture at the 106th Annual Meeting of the Chemical Society of Japan, which will be held from March 17 to March 20, 2026.

In this lecture, Yoshida will introduce the company’s proprietary biomaterial technology “Gel Coat™ ”, a zwitterionic hydrogel platform designed to stabilize biomolecules such as enzymes, nucleic acids, and membrane proteins.

Biomolecules are widely recognized as promising functional materials for sustainable technologies due to their ability to catalyze highly selective reactions under mild conditions. However, their instability under environmental stresses—such as long-term storage and freeze–thaw cycles—remains a major challenge for industrial implementation.

Gel Coat™ technology addresses this challenge by forming a highly hydrated layer through zwitterionic polymers that mimic the molecular structure of cell membranes. This mechanism helps maintain the three-dimensional structure of biomolecules and suppress denaturation.

During the lecture, Yoshida will also discuss potential applications of the technology in both healthcare and environmental fields. In healthcare, the platform may contribute to the development of “Bio-Better” therapeutics, including stabilization of L-asparaginase used in the treatment of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). In addition, research on implantable biofuel cells and biosensors for long-term biological monitoring will be introduced.

In environmental and energy applications, the technology may enable new processes for immobilizing, recovering, and reusing enzymes such as cellulase used in bioethanol production, potentially reducing both manufacturing costs and environmental impact.

The lecture will be delivered as part of the CIP Session “New Strategies of Bio-Ventures that Change the World.”Participants attending the conference are warmly invited to join the session.

Lecture Information

Conference：The 106th Annual Meeting of the Chemical Society of Japan

Dates：March 17 – March 20, 2026

Venue：Nihon University, College of Science and TechnologyFunabashi Campus

Session：CIP Session“New Strategies of Bio-Ventures that Change the World”

Lecture Title：Zwitterionic Hydrogels: Revolutionizing the World of Biomaterials

Presentation Number：A1424-3pm-01

Session Time：March 19, 202613:20 – 15:40

Official Website：https://pub.confit.atlas.jp/ja/event/csj106th

Gel Coat Biomaterials to Participate in a Biomanufacturing Startup Matching Event

Gel Coat Biomaterials will participate in the Biomanufacturing Startup Matching Event, to be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2026.

This event is organized by the Greater Tokyo Biocommunity (GTB) and aims to promote networking and collaboration between biomanufacturing startups, companies, and related organizations. The program will be conducted in a poster-session format, providing opportunities for technology introduction and direct discussions.

Through this event, Gel Coat Biomaterials will present the key features of our biomaterial technology, “Gel Coat™,” and discuss its potential applications in biomanufacturing processes. We look forward to engaging in constructive discussions toward future collaboration, including joint research and technology partnerships.

For further details, please visit the official event page.

▶ View the event details here