WESTBOROUGH, MA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- January 09, 2007 -- IBC Life Sciences is pleased to be returning to the La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California for its 18th International Antibody Development & Production conference on February 28 - March 2, 2007. This event has evolved into the most comprehensive three-day industry forum exploring every critical stage of process and product development. From the key decisions made during cell line development to the strategies implemented for efficient and economical large-scale production, this event is designed to help companies of all sizes accelerate their antibody therapeutic programs.