Sander Hulsmans, PhD, is a Project Delivery Manager in the Medical Communications Center of Excellence at Akkodis, supporting global publication and scientific communication activities for a major pharmaceutical client.

 Combining a scientific background in molecular plant biology with expertise in project delivery, client partnership, strategic planning, and cross-functional team leadership, he helps coordinate the successful delivery of complex publication programs. His work focuses on enabling high-quality scientific communications that support research dissemination and healthcare innovation. 

Yuwen Gu, PhD, is a Project Manager at Akkodis Medical Communications, where she partners with clients and scientific teams to deliver impactful medical communication strategies and data dissemination initiatives. With a background in Communication Studies and extensive experience managing complex scientific communication projects, she specializes in stakeholder engagement, cross-functional collaboration, and translating scientific information into meaningful conversations. 

Passionate about communication in all its forms, Yuwen is also a professional event moderator who enjoys facilitating insightful discussions and connecting people across science, industry, and innovation.