Agenda
September 16 & 17, 2025
Rutgers University, New Brunswick NJ,
Busch Campus Life Sciences Building Auditorium/Atrium
September 16
Conference Welcome
Bozena Michniak-Kohn – Rutgers University, Center for Dermal Research
Dean Joseph Barone – Rutgers University, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy
RETHINKING SKIN DELIVERY – NEXTGEN FORMULATIONS
Plenary Speaker
Ardeshir Bayat, Sensill
“Cosmetic Futures: Innovation, Integration, and the Fall of Imitation from Indie Hype to Corporate Reinvention, What Will Shape the Next Era of Dermatological Beauty?” Ardeshir Bayat Abstract
Keynote Speaker
Gerald Kasting, University of Cincinnati, James L Winkle School of Pharmacy
“How computational models are guiding both formulation development and regulatory approval of topical products: cosmetic and Rx examples”
Jason Carbol, Dow Development
“The Science of Skin: When Rx Meets Cosmetics and Personal Care”
SPOTLIGHT ON SMART DERMATOLOGY TOOLS
Discover Stratum Biosciences with Ross Pearlman/Buu Duong
Discover Sensill with Ardeshir Bayat Learn more about Sensill here
ILLUMINATING THE INVISIBLE – ADVANCES IN SKIN IMAGING & ANALYSIS
Keynote Speaker
Conor Evans, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital
“Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Topical Product Imaging and Quantification” Conor Evans Abstract
Sanjeeva Murthy – Rutgers University, Laboratory for Biomaterials Research
“Real-time monitoring of the adsorption of topical applications onto the stratum corneum layer of skin using Quartz crystal microbalance” Sanjeeva Murthy Abstract
AI IN TOPICAL FORMULATIONS
Connor Bilchak, BASF
“Novel In-silico methods and workflows towards the rational design of topical formulations”
“AI in Topical Formulations – Friend or Foe?” a Panel Discussion
Moderator – David Osborne, David W. Osborne, PhD Consulting Inc
Jason Carbol – Dow Development
Buu Duong – Stratum Biosciences
Gerald Kasting – University of Cincinnati
Ross Pearlman – Stratum Biosciences
NETWORKING RECEPTION/POSTER SESSION/AWARD CEREMONY
September 17
Conference Welcome
Bozena Michniak-Kohn – Rutgers University, Center for Dermal Research
Michael Zwick – Vice President, Rutgers Office for Research
AGING GRACEFULLY – INNOVATIONS IN SKIN LONGEVITY
Plenary Speaker
Rahul Mehta, Rapalogix
“Cellular Longevity, a New Paradigm in Skin Aging Reversal”
Philip Ludwig, BASF
“The 12 Hallmarks of Aging: Scientific Insights for Skincare and Anti-Aging Ingredients”
Josh Williams, Kenvue
“Spotlight on Sunscreen Innovation and Sun Care Science”
SPOTLIGHT – RARE DISEASE TO PRECISION SKIN CARE
Discover Rapalogix Health with Rahul Mehta Learn more about Rapalogix Health
Discover Healios Labs with Lakshmi Raghavan
PROBLEMATIC SKIN – TARGETED SOLUTIONS FOR COMPLEX DISORDERS
Keynote Speaker
Neena Tierney, Kenvue
Topic to be covered: Problematic skin through the years
Vince Gruber, Vantage
“Troubled Skin, Inflammation, and the Immune Response: Is targeting C. acnes Enough?” Vince Gruber Abstract
Jeff Martini, Palvella
“Unlocking the Potential of Topical Therapy in Rare Skin Diseases: QTORIN™ Platform Innovation and QTORIN™ Rapamycin for mTOR-Driven Disorders”
Jon Volmer, MedPharm
“Breaking through the culture time limit boundary for skin”
Vinay Bhardwaj, SGS North America, Clinical Research -Cosmetic and Personal Care
“Advancements in clinical dermal research using non-invasive optical biopsy imaging techniques”
Ratan K Chaudhuri, Hallstar
“Targeting the AMPK Activation Pathway for Cellular Longevity: Opportunities in Topical Applications.”