ddPCR World 2026 On Tour—Sydney
Precision Oncology Research
& Genomics Insight Forum
Advancing Liquid Biopsy, Epigenetics, and
Droplet Digital PCR Research
Register to Attend
New South Wales, Australia
Part of the ddPCR™ World 2026 series, this forum is designed for researchers, clinicians, and laboratory scientists across NSW—bringing together peers from academic, hospital, and translational research settings for an expert-led day focused on the latest applications of Droplet Digital PCR (ddPCR) technology.
Register below to secure your place.
Date: Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Time: 10:30–16:45 AEST
Venue: John Shine Room, Level 6, The Kinghorn Cancer Centre
Address: 370 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW
Hosts: A/P Clare Stirzaker & Dr Darren Korbie, Epigenetics Laboratory, Garvan Institute
Format: In-person scientific forum: expert-led seminars and panel discussion
Discover the latest advancements and real-world applications of Droplet Digital PCR solutions through expert-led scientific seminars, networking, and a panel discussion.
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Overview
Join leading experts as they share practical applications of ddPCR technology in liquid biopsy, epigenetics, cancer research, residual disease studies, and translational research. Through scientific presentations, case studies, and panel discussions, you'll gain insights you can apply to your own research and laboratory workflows.
Forum Format
Expert-Led Scientific Seminars
Eight presentations from leading researchers and clinicians across NSW and beyond, showcasing the latest applications of Droplet Digital PCR technology in cancer research, epigenetics, liquid biopsy, and translational research.
Networking and Panel Discussion
Connect with peers during lunch and afternoon tea, then join a closing panel discussion where speakers will answer your questions and discuss the future of ddPCR solutions in research and translational science.
QX700™ ddPCR System Showcase
Experience Bio-Rad's latest QX700 Droplet Digital PCR System* firsthand. See the technology in action and speak with Bio-Rad specialists about your research and workflow needs.
*For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Register Now To
- Hear from leading ddPCR experts and researchers across cancer research, epigenetics, liquid biopsy, and translational research
- Gain practical insights into implementing and applying ddPCR solutions to support your research workflow
- Connect with peers, speakers, and Bio-Rad specialists across a full day of seminars and networking
- Discover the latest advancements in ddPCR technology, including the new QX700 System
- Contribute to open discussion shaping the future of digital PCR across the NSW research community
Session Themes
Cancer research: somatic mutation analysis and cancer genomics with ddPCR solutions
Epigenetics and methylation: ddPCR solutions for MGMT methylation research in glioma studies
Liquid biopsy research: ctDNA frameworks for studying cancer recurrence
Laboratory implementation: deploying ddPCR solutions in research and translational laboratories
Residual disease research: circulating tumour DNA studies in paediatric acute leukaemia
Innovation in ddPCR solutions: current directions, new opportunities, and the QX700 platform
Who Should Attend
- Researchers in cancer genomics, epigenetics, liquid biopsy, and molecular biology
- Clinical scientists and biomedical scientists in hospital and pathology settings
- Translational researchers working in precision oncology and cancer research
- Laboratory managers considering or currently using ddPCR technology
- Postgraduate students and early-career researchers in genomics and molecular biology
- Bio-pharmaceutical and applied testing professionals across NSW
Bio-Rad's Role
Host, Presenter, and Technology Partner
Bio-Rad is proud to host and support the ddPCR World 2026 On Tour – Sydney forum in partnership with the Garvan Institute of Medical Research.
Mohit Raghav (Digital PCR Specialist, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Australia) will open the scientific program with an introduction to Droplet Digital PCR technology, and Carolyn Reifsnyder (Director, Bio-Rad Digital Biology Group, USA) will close with the latest innovations and future directions for the platform.
Bio-Rad's QX700 ddPCR System will be on display throughout the day. Speak with our specialists to learn how the technology can support your research workflows.
Agenda
Tuesday 15 September 2026 | 10:30–16:45 AEST | John Shine Room, The Kinghorn Cancer Centre, Darlinghurst NSW
| Time | Topic / Speaker |
|---|---|
| 10:30 | Registration |
| 11:00 | Welcome and Introduction A/P Clare Stirzaker & Dr Darren Korbie, Epigenetics Laboratory, Garvan Institute of Medical Research |
| 11:15 | Introduction to Droplet Digital PCR Mohit Raghav, Digital PCR Specialist, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Australia |
| 11:30 | Somatic Mutation Analysis in Precision Oncology: Applications of ddPCR A/Prof. Bing Yu, Associate Professor, Dept Medical Genomics RPA Hospital / University of Sydney NSW |
| 12:00 | Validated Methylation-Sensitive Restriction-dPCR Measurement of MGMT Methylation in Glioma Identifies Those Unlikely to Benefit from Treatment Dr. Daniel Burke, Manager Bioanalysis National Measurement Institute NSW, Chemical and Biological Metrology Branch |
| 12:30 | Lunch and Networking |
| 13:15 | Precision Surveillance: A Novel Liquid Biopsy ddPCR Framework for Early Detection of Breast Cancer Recurrence Dr. Darren Korbie, Garvan Institute of Medical Research |
| 13:45 | Implementing ddPCR in a Clinical Laboratory: Current Applications and Future Opportunities Dr. Linda Lee, Senior Scientist NSW Health Pathology, Royal North Shore Hospital NSW |
| 14:15 | Circulating Tumour DNA for MRD Detection in Paediatric Acute Leukaemia Louise Doculara, Research Associate Children's Cancer Institute Australia (CCIA), University of New South Wales NSW |
| 14:45 | Afternoon Tea and Networking |
| 15:15 | Development of Clinically Applicable ddPCR Assays for Melanoma Suzanah Boyd, PhD Candidate, Macquarie Medical School, Macquarie University |
| 15:45 | Innovation in Droplet Digital PCR: Current Directions and New Opportunities Carolyn Reifsnyder, Director, Bio-Rad Laboratories Digital Biology Group, USA |
| 16:15 | Panel Discussion Moderators: Deborah Gillett, Tracy Mak, Elizabeth Fletcher, Xiao Peng Lin |
| 16:45 | Close |
Confirmed Speakers (8)
Chemical and Biological Metrology Branch
Royal North Shore Hospital NSW
University of New South Wales NSW
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Spaces are limited. Register now to join leading ddPCR researchers and clinicians from across NSW for an expert-led day at the Kinghorn Cancer Centre, Sydney.
Open to researchers, clinicians and laboratory scientists. Free to attend.
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