Industry Event

PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices Conference 2026

2026-10-06 to 2026-10-07

Palm Springs Convention Center, Booth 602 · Palm Springs, California

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Join us at the 2026 PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices Conference to learn how partnering with STERIS can help simplify sterilization of heat- and radiation-sensitive medical devices while reducing logistical complexity.

Visit us in Booth #602 to connect with our team and explore the VHP™ LTS-V Low Temperature Sterilizer, designed to bring low-temperature sterilization in-house for efficient processing of pre-filled syringes and other sensitive devices.

Don't miss our in-show technical talk and poster presentation, delivered by our dedicated scientific team.

Poster Presentation
Is Your Sterilization Validation at Risk? An Overview of Challenges Related to Biological Indicators
Presented by: Tiffany Bullock – Specialist, Technical Services

Explore the conflicting regulatory expectations and testing requirements for biological indicators, including variations in sample sizes, test methods and end-user responsibilities. Gain insights into industry challenges, testing variability and approaches to supporting regulatory compliance.

Technical Talk
Validating VH2O2 for Ready-to-Use (RTU) and Prefilled Syringes
Presented by: Matt Hofacre – Senior Director, Technical Services
Duration: 10 minutes

Meet the Presenters

Tiffany Bullock

Specialist, Technical Services

Tiffany has over a decade of experience in pharmaceutical microbiology, with expertise spanning sterility assurance, contamination control, environmental monitoring, sterilization, investigations and quality control test methods.

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She has experience as a consultant in the pharmaceutical industry, supporting manufacturing organizations through quality control and quality assurance programs while collaborating with global regulatory agencies. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences with a minor in microbiology.

At STERIS Life Sciences, Tiffany conducts global manufacturing site evaluations and provides consultative support to help ensure compliance with international regulatory requirements. She also delivers global technical support for critical environments, sterility assurance activities and sterility maintenance application and validation.

Tiffany is an active member of the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) and the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE).

Matt Hofacre

Senior Director, Technical Services

Matt has over two decades of industry experience, with expertise in sterilization, biodecontamination, water, steam and washing applications for the biopharmaceutical, medical device, food and beverage, biological containment and laboratory research industries.

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He holds a master’s degree in finance and marketing and a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.

At STERIS Life Sciences, Matt supports global Customers, regulatory and industry groups with consulting and technical guidance for contamination control strategies and sterilization applications. His areas of specialization include Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide (VHP™) biodecontamination, VHP sterilization, moist heat sterilization, pharmaceutical and laboratory washing systems, pure steam production, purified water systems, and equipment services. He is also a dedicated student of lean methodologies, focusing on maximizing value for Customers through streamlined processes.

Matt is an active member of the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA), the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE). He serves as a PDA course instructor and participates in the ISPE Mentoring Program. His industry contributions include co-authoring PDA Technical Report No. 48: Moist Heat Sterilization Systems: Design, Commissioning, Operation, Qualification and Maintenance, as well as authoring and contributing to numerous publications on biodecontamination, sterilization, washing technologies, water for injection systems and pharmaceutical equipment selection.

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Tiffany Bullock

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Dedicated Scientific Support

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Technical Learning Library

Our Sustainability Commitment

PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices Conference 2026

Meet the Presenters

Tiffany Bullock

Matt Hofacre

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