Skin & Formulation 7th Symposium

October 6th, 2027

1. 08:15-09:00
   Registration

   Badges will be also available on 5th afternoon
2. 09-09:30
   Opening Ceremony
3. MAIN TOPIC: BEYOND SKIN HOMEOSTATIS
4. Sub-topic: Skin intercation with environment
5. 09:30-10:15
   Tbc
6. 10:15-10:55
   Oral presentations
7. 10:55-11:25
   Coffee break/Exhibition/Posters
8. Sub-topic: Impact of disease on skin state
9. 11:25-12:05
   Oral presentations
10. 12:05-12:35
    A focus on the skin state in inflammatory skin disease and their managment to restore the skin barrier function

    Prof. Elena Campione - University Tor Vegata Roma, Italy
11. 12:45-14:15
    Lunch break/Exhibition/Posters
12. MAIN TOPIC "WOUND HEALING & BIOMATERIALS"
13. Sub-topic: Strategies for wound healing
14. 14:15-14:45
    Innovative biomaterials: new perspectives for skin repair/reconstruction

    Henri-Pierre Suso - Biovotec, France
15. 14:45-15:25
    Oral presentations
16. Coffee break/Exhibition/Posters
17. Sub-topic: Use of biomaterials for tissue repair and regeneration
18. 16:00-16:20
    Flash talks
19. 16:20-17:00
    Oral presentations
20. 17:00-17:30
    Advanced biomaterials for preventing infection and promoting wound healing: from biopolymers to biological compounds

    Dr Philippe Lavalle - University of Strasbourg, France

Confirmed speakers

Dr. Sabrine Benosmane

Senior Project Manager for biological evaluation, Aesthetic and Regenerative Beauty Domain, L'Oréal Advanced Research, France

Dr. Sabrine Benosmane obtained her PhD in 2017 from Claude Bernard University.

Since 2017, she has held various positions at L'Oréal.

In 2021, she took the responsability for biological evaluation withe the aesthetic and regenerative beauty domain. Her role involves leading in vitro and ex vivo evaluations of active ingredients, technologies, and devices, in collaboration with internal teams and external partners across several areas, including regenerative beauty, aesthetics and longevity.

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Prof. Sebastian Björklund

Biofilms Research Centre for Biointerfaces, Malmö University - Sweden

Sebastian Björklund is professor in Biophysical Chemistry at Malmö University, Sweden, and director of the Biofilms Research Centre for Biointerfaces since 2026. He obtained his MSc in Analytical Chemistry and PhD in Physical Chemistry from Lund University and has since established his research at the interface between physical chemistry and biomedical science.

His research focuses on the biophysical properties of the skin barrier, with the aim of linking molecular-level mechanisms to macroscopic barrier function. In particular, his work addresses how skin hydration, topical formulations, and excipients influence permeability and structure of the stratum corneum. A central aspect of his research is the use of electrical impedance spectroscopy as a non-invasive technique to probe and quantify skin barrier function, often in combination with complementary methods targeting molecular structure and dynamics. In recent years, his research has expanded toward non-invasive skin sampling and biomarker analysis, as well as the development of materials designed to enhance skin permeability and improve sampling efficiency. His work also includes methodological development for studying hydration-dependent changes in biological systems.

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Prof. Elena Campione

Dermatology Unit, University of Rome Tor Vergata - Italy

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Prof. Dr. Cornelia M.Keck

Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Biopharmaceutics, Philipps-Universität Marburg - Germany

Cornelia M. Keck is a pharmacist and obtained her PhD in 2006 from the Freie Universität (FU) Berlin. In 2009 she was appointed Adjunct Professor for Pharmaceutical and Nutritional Nanotechnology at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM). In 2011 she obtained her Venia legendi (Habilitation) at the Freie Universität Berlin and was appointed Professor for Pharmacology and Pharmaceutics at the University of Applied Sciences Kaiserslautern. Since 2016 she has been Professor of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics at the Philipps-Universität Marburg.

Her field of research is the development and characterization of innovative nanocarriers for improved delivery of poorly soluble actives for healthcare and cosmetics. Prof. Keck is an executive board member of SEPAWA (German Association for the Detergent, Cosmetics and Fragrance Industries), Vice-Chair of the Dermocosmetics unit of the German Society of Dermopharmacy (GD), an active member of numerous pharmaceutical societies and a member of the BfR Committee for Cosmetics at the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR).

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Dr. Philippe Lavalle

University of Strasbourg - France

Dr Philippe Lavalle is a Research Director at Inserm and, since 2024, Director of the Biomaterials and Bioengineering laboratory (Inserm/CNRS/University of Strasbourg, France), which brings together approximately 70 researchers and staff. He obtained his PhD in Biophysics from the University of Strasbourg in 1998 before joining the Biozentrum in Basel, Switzerland, to investigate antifreeze glycoproteins.

His research focuses on the design of bioactive coatings, hydrogels and scaffolds for biomedical applications, with particular emphasis on antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as tissue repair. Drawing on natural components—including proteins, peptides and polysaccharides—and biomimetic approaches, he develops materials that interact with and modulate the biological environment.

Dr Lavalle has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed publications and is an inventor on nine patent applications. His team has participated in seven European projects and six projects funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). He also co-founded two spin-off companies: SPARTHA Medical, dedicated to antimicrobial and tailor-made coatings, and ALBUPAD, developing innovative protein-based biomaterials for drug delivery.

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Elodie Picard

Head of Sustainability Packaging Adhesives, Henkel - France

Elodie Picard is Head of Market Strategy for Pressure Sensitive Adhesives for tapes, labels and medical markets and Global sustainability lead for Packaging Adhesives & coatings business at Henkel Adhesive Technologies. With extensive experience in strategic marketing and business development, Elodie supports innovation and market growth across industrial and consumer applications. Their work focuses on identifying emerging market trends, translating customer needs into innovation opportunities, and driving sustainable growth strategies in close collaboration with customers and industry partners.

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Dr. Henri-Pierre Suso

Co-founder & Chief Technical Officer (CTO), Biovotec - France

Henri-Pierre Suso is a co-founder of Biovotec, which he established in 2014, and serves as Chief Technical Officer of Biovotec France, based at the BioParc in Sophia Antipolis. He holds a PhD in biotechnology. His earlier experience includes CEA Cadarache and the Norwegian group Elopak, and he has seven scientific publications. Fluent in French, English and Norwegian, he connects teams and partners across France, Norway and international markets.

Biovotec develops wound-healing medical devices based on its proprietary PEP® (Purified Eggshell Membrane Protein) technology. These proteins are extracted from the membrane of the eggshell and form a bioactive matrix. The matrix recreates an environment that supports tissue regeneration, even in hard-to-heal chronic wounds. The technology comes in two products: DermaRep® for human wound care, and RegeVet® for animal wounds, already authorized for sale to veterinary clinics across Europe.

Founded in Norway, Biovotec is organized around Biovotec AS, the Norwegian parent company, and its subsidiaries Biovotec France and Biovotec DAC (Ireland). As co-founder and CTO, Henri-Pierre leads R&D, clinical studies, production under an ISO 13485 quality system, and international registrations, notably in Malaysia and the Middle East.

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