The annual, European Lifestars Awards (ELAs) bring together hundreds of European life science leaders, investors, partners and deal makers, and is a celebration of the success stories, breakthroughs, transactions and transformational deals and the people, teams and organisations that have played a critical role in the advancement of the industry over the previous 12 months. It is the only life science industry awards ceremony to celebrate not just the companies and individuals, but the countries and regions that they represent. 20 highly coveted awards will be contested by over 170 regional champions representing 18 countries from across Europe. Additionally one European region will be crowned Regional Champion on the night.