Core Insights - The pharmaceutical industry is experiencing constant change due to new regulatory leaders, policies, and market shifts, with upcoming conferences in 2026 providing opportunities to navigate these challenges and opportunities [1][2] Industry Trends - Key discussions at the 2026 conferences will focus on pressing trends such as AI, biotech investments, dealmaking, obesity drug development, tariffs, manufacturing, pricing policies, and regulatory changes [2] Major Conferences in 2026 - The largest pharma industry gathering will take place from January 12-15 in San Francisco, California, hosting thousands of leaders for business updates and dealmaking opportunities [3] - A clinical research-focused conference will occur from February 2-5 in Orlando, Florida, bringing together the entire R&D ecosystem for discussion, strategy, and networking [3] - Pittcon, dedicated to laboratory research, will be held from March 7-11 in San Antonio, Texas, offering opportunities to learn about the latest technologies and gain hands-on experience [3] - A cardiology conference will take place from March 28-30 in New Orleans, Louisiana, focusing on cardiovascular innovation and clinical advances [4] - The largest vaccine-focused conference will be held from March 31-April 2 in Washington D.C., featuring over 550 speakers and exhibits from solution providers [4] - The AACR's annual meeting, focusing on oncology research, will occur from April 17-22 in San Diego, California, showcasing significant breakthroughs in cancer treatment research [4] - HBA's hallmark annual event on April 24 in San Diego, California, will provide networking opportunities and an awards program for women in healthcare, including pharma professionals [5] - A conference will be held from May 11-15 in Boston, Massachusetts, details unspecified [6]