EMBL Events

23 November - 28 November 2025

Volume electron microscopy by automated serial SEM

Christel Genoud, Amanda Lewis, Paolo Ronchi, Yannick Schwab

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Recent developments in scanning electron microscopes SEM have led to ground breaking opportunities in volume imaging of cells and tissues This course aims to provide extensive theoretical and practical knowledge on the three main techniques for volume EM based on SEM microtome based serial block face SEM focused ion beam SEM and array tomography The participants will be able to assess the potential of each technique to understand which fits best with their own projects and acquire the theoretical background to understand the different techniques as well as how to optimize the imaging conditions the data processing analysis and management This course will further contribute to disseminating knowledge on fast evolving techniques to a growing community of vEM users and service providers This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 2 of 3 Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Ilya Belevich University of Helsinki Finland Benedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg Germany Chandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg Germany Davi Bock University of Vermont USA Chris Bleck Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia Research Campus USA Mandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jemima Burden University College London United Kingdom Lucy Collinson Francis Crick Institute United Kingdom Nedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg Germany Marta Di Fabrizio University College London United Kingdom Christel Genoud University of Lausanne Switzerland Manuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Moritz Helmstaedter Max Planck Institute for Brain Research Germany Julian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jacob Hoogenboom Delft University of Technology The Netherlands Annele Kremer VIB Ghent Belgium Anna Kreshuk EMBL Heidelberg Germany Amanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne Switzerland Rachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg Germany Andreas M ller Dresden University of Technology Germany Viola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg Germany Andreia Pinto Leica Heidelberg Germany Ines Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg Germany Paolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg Germany Yannick Schwab EMBL Heidelberg Germany R za Shahidi Heidelberg University Germany Adrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI Switzerland Ian White Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology United Kingdom Evgenia Zagoriy EMBL Heidelberg Germany Alexandra Zakieva EMBL Heidelberg Germany Scientific organisers Christel Genoud University of Lausanne Switzerland Amanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne Switzerland Paolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg Germany Yannick Schwab EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Catherine Casas Saavedra EMBL Heidelberg Germany Irena Provaznikova EMBL Heidelberg Germany Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOvEM and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings and protocol reading with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Sunday 23 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation13 45 14 15Welcome registration and light refreshmentsRoom 20214 15 14 45House notes and course overviewRoom 20214 45 15 30The challenges of volume EM in Biology Yannick Schwab EMBL Heidelberg GermanyRoom 20215 30 18 30Networking Flash talk presentations from students with concurrent coffee break Ice breaking activity Challenges Expectations from participants Treasure huntRoom 20218 30 19 30DinnerEMBL Canteen19 30Bus to Premier Inn Hotel Day 2 Monday 24 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation08 30Bus from Premier Inn Hotel08 50 09 00Overview of the day and organisational matters Led by the course Scientific OrganisersRoom 20209 00 10 00Basics Signal detection in SEM Jacob Hoogenboom Delft University of Technology The NetherlandsRoom 20210 00 11 00Basics of SEM sample preparationAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandRoom 20211 00 11 45Coffee break and meet the speakersRoom 20211 45 12 45Basics Introduction to SBF SEM and FIB SEM Christel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRoom 20212 45 13 30Lunch EMBL Canteen13 30 17 30Practicals 5 groups practicals A E in parallelAll staffPractical A FIB SEMAnneke Kremer VIB Ghent BelgiumPaolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPractical B SBF SEM CXEMMandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg GermanyChristel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg GermanyInes Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAdrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandPractical C Array Tomography AT Jemima Burden University College London UKViola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg GermanyReza Shahidi Heidelberg University GermanyIan White University College London UKPractical D CLEMChandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg GermanyMarta Di Fabrizio University College London United KingdomManuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandPractical E Image processingIlya Belevich University of Helsinki FinlandBenedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg GermanyJulian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg GermanyYannick Schwab and Andreas M ller will move in between practical groupsIncluding flexible coffee break at participants convenienceEMCF ALMF CTL17 30 17 45Coffee break with meet the speakerRoom 20217 45 19 00Parallel demo sessions Katana TFS cryo vEM Leica EMCF room 202 IC19 00 20 00Pizza dinner in ATC Rooftop Lounge with adjoining roundtable discussionATC Rooftop Lounge20 00 21 00FAIR EM data role play gameAlexandra Zakieva EMBL Heidelberg GermanyATC Rooftop Lounge21 00Bus to Premier Inn Hotel Day 3 Tuesday 25 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation08 30Bus from Premier Inn Hotel08 50 09 00Overview of the day and organisational matters Led by course organisersRoom 20209 00 10 00Basics Introduction to array tomography Ian White University College LondonUnited KingdomRoom 20210 00 11 00Data processing raw stack alignment and registration Julian Hennies EMBL HeidelbergGermanyRoom 20211 00 11 30Coffee break with meet the speakersRoom 20211 30 12 30Data segmentation and morphometricsAndreas M ller Dresden University of Technology GermanyRoom 20212 30 13 15LunchCourtyard Room foyer13 15 14 00Talk from course sponsor Itziar Serna Martin ThermofisherCourtyard Room14 00 18 30Practicals 5 groups practicals A E in parallelAll staffPractical A FIB SEMAnneke Kremer VIB Ghent BelgiumPaolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPractical B SBF SEM CXEMMandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg GermanyChristel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg GermanyInes Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAdrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandPractical C Array Tomography AT Jemima Burden University College London UKViola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg GermanyReza Shahidi Heidelberg University GermanyIan White University College London UKPractical D CLEMChandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg GermanyMarta Di Fabrizio University College London United KingdomManuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandPractical E Image processingIlya Belevich University of Helsinki FinlandBenedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg GermanyJulian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg GermanyYannick Schwab and Andreas M ller will move in between practical groupsIncluding flexible coffee break at participants convenienceEMCF ALMF CTL18 30 19 00Bus to downtown Heidelberg via Premier Inn Hotel19 30 21 30Downtown course dinner and networkingUrban Kitchen Day 4 Wednesday 26 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation08 30Bus from Premier Inn Hotel08 50 09 00Overview of the day and organisational matters Led by course organisersRoom 20209 00 10 00Advanced Correlative imaging Paolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyRoom 20210 00 11 00Advanced Enhanced FIB SEM plasma FIB SEM Christopher Bleck Howard Hughes Medical Institute Janelia Research Campus USARoom 20211 00 11 30Coffee break and meet the speakersRoom 20211 30 12 30Advanced multi SEMJacob Hoogenboom Delft University of Technology The NetherlandsRoom 20212 30 13 15LunchEMBL Canteen13 15 13 30Talk from course sponsor Frederic Leroux DiatomeRoom 20213 30 17 30Practicals 5 groups practicals A E in parallelAll staffPractical A FIB SEMAnneke Kremer VIB Ghent BelgiumPaolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPractical B SBF SEM CXEMMandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg GermanyChristel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg GermanyInes Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAdrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandPractical C Array Tomography AT Jemima Burden University College London UKViola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg GermanyReza Shahidi Heidelberg University GermanyIan White University College London UKPractical D CLEMChandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg GermanyMarta Di Fabrizio University College London United KingdomManuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandPractical E Image processingIlya Belevich University of Helsinki FinlandBenedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg GermanyJulian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg GermanyYannick Schwab and Andreas M ller will move in between practical groupsIncluding flexible coffee break at participants convenienceEMCF ALMF CTL17 30 18 45Parallel demo sessions Webknossos Katana TFS cryo vEM Leica Flex Lab A B EMCF room 202 IC18 45 19 45Dinner EMBL Canteen19 45Bus to Premier Inn Hotel Day 5 Thursday 27 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation08 30Bus from Premier Inn Hotel08 50 09 00Overview of the day and organisational matters Led by course organisersRoom 20209 00 09 45Applications of vEM 4Moritz Helmstaedter Max Planck Institute for Brain Research GermanyRoom 20209 45 10 30Applications of vEM 1Lucy Collinson Francis Crick Institute United KingdomRoom 20210 30 11 00Coffee break and meet the speakersRoom 20211 00 12 00Data morphofeatures in vEM datasetsAnna Kreshuk EMBL Heidelberg GermanyRoom 20212 00 12 15Group photoATC entrance12 15 13 00Lunch EMBL Canteen13 00 13 30Guest talk Davi Bock University of Vermont USARoom 20213 30 18 30Practicals 5 groups practicals A E in parallelAll staffPractical A FIB SEMAnneke Kremer VIB Ghent BelgiumPaolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPractical B SBF SEM CXEMMandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg GermanyChristel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg GermanyInes Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAdrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandPractical C Array Tomography AT Jemima Burden University College London UKViola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg GermanyReza Shahidi Heidelberg University GermanyIan White University College London UKPractical D CLEMChandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg GermanyMarta Di Fabrizio University College London United KingdomManuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandPractical E Image processingIlya Belevich University of Helsinki FinlandBenedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg GermanyJulian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg GermanyYannick Schwab and Andreas M ller will move in between practical groupsIncluding flexible coffee break at participants convenienceEMCF ALMF CTL18 30 19 30DinnerEMBL Canteen19 30 20 30Q A SessionRoom 20220 30Bus to Premier Inn Hotel Day 6 Friday 28 November 2025 Timings Europe CETProgrammeLocation08 30Bus from Premier Inn Hotel08 50 09 00Overview of the day and organisational mattersLed by course organisersRoom 20209 00 09 45Applications of vEM 1Adrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandRoom 20209 45 10 30Advanced Cryo FIB SEMEvgenia Zagoriy EMBL Heidelberg GermanyRoom 20210 30 11 00Coffee break and meet the speakersRoom 20211 00 12 15Pararell demo sessions Webknossos Katana TFS cryo vEM Leica Flex Lab A B EMCF room 202 IC12 15 13 15Lunch EMBL Canteen13 15 17 45Practicals 5 groups practicals A E in parallelAll staffPractical A FIB SEMAnneke Kremer VIB Ghent BelgiumPaolo Ronchi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNadav Scher EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPractical B SBF SEM CXEMMandy Boermel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNedal Darif EMBL Heidelberg GermanyChristel Genoud University of Lausanne SwitzerlandRachel Mellwig EMBL Heidelberg GermanyInes Romero Brey EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAdrian Wanner Paul Scherrer Institut PSI SwitzerlandPractical C Array Tomography AT Jemima Burden University College London UKViola Oorschot EMBL Heidelberg GermanyReza Shahidi Heidelberg University GermanyIan White University College London UKPractical D CLEMChandni Bhickta EMBL Heidelberg GermanyMarta Di Fabrizio University College London United KingdomManuel Gunkel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAmanda Lewis EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandPractical E Image processingIlya Belevich University of Helsinki FinlandBenedikt Best EMBL Heidelberg GermanyJulian Hennies EMBL Heidelberg GermanyYannick Schwab and Andreas M ller will move in between practical groupsIncluding flexible coffee break at participants convenienceEMCF ALMF CTL17 45 18 00Feedback and wrap up Room 20218 00Bus from EMBL to Heidelberg train station and Hotel Premiere Inn Practical information Registration fees and motivation letter The course is limited to 20 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration Registration fees include admission course materials meals and coffee breaks This EMBO course includes accommodation and transportation to and from the ISG Hotel to the venue Academia 550PhD Student 550Industry 1100 A letter to support your visa application will be issued on request once payment of the registration fee is confirmed We recommend that you book your visa appointment as soon as possible to avoid any delay with your visa application Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Motivation letter submission After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Practical Course up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Practical Course Registration fees are only covered for EMBO Practical Courses The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers during the participant selection process for courses Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Accommodation and travel Hotel Accommodation in twin rooms including breakfast is included in the registration fee Accommodation will be booked for the selected participants at the Premier Inn Hotel Heidelberg City Center Hotel branch Kurf rsten Anlage 23 69115 Heidelberg for the default dates of Sunday 23 November to Saturday 29 November 2025 6 nights The hotel can be contacted via this e mail adress to book the room In case you would like to have a single room please contact the hotel directly please note that you will be required to pay an additional cost availability of single rooms may be limited This should be paid by you directly to the hotel during your stay We recommend that all course participants stay at the Premier Inn Hotel Heidelberg City Center Hotel branch Kurf rsten Anlage 23 69115 Heidelberg for the course Travel information For travel information please see here If you are travelling to the conference within Germany then you are eligible for the Deutsche Bahn Event Ticket called the Veranstaltungsticket in German This will result in a lower ticket price if your travel distance to Heidelberg is more than 100 km You need to provide proof of your event attendance when purchasing the ticket For more information in English see here or in German see here You can book your ticket here Local transport Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the 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OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Recent developments in scanning electron microscopes (SEM) have led to ground-breaking opportunities in volume imaging of cells and tissues. This course aims to provide extensive theoretical and practical knowledge on the three main techniques for volume EM based on SEM: microtome-based serial block-face SEM, focused ion beam SEM, and array tomography. The participants will be able to assess the potential of each technique to understand which fits best with their own projects, and acquire the theoretical background to understand the different techniques as well as how to optimize the imaging conditions, the data processing, analysis and management.  This course will further contribute to disseminating knowledge on fast-evolving techniques to a growing community of vEM users and service...

25 November - 27 November 2025

27th EMBL PhD Symposium

2025 EMBL PhD Symposium Organising Committee

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2 December - 5 December 2025

Computational structural biology

Rommie Amaro, Charlotte Deane, Jan Kosinski, Christine Orengo, Sameer Velankar

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview This second edition of the EMBO Computational Structural Biology workshop builds on the success of the 2023 meeting It aims to present and discuss advancements in computational studies of biomolecular structures functions and interactions encompassing AI driven innovations and classical methods while exploring future directions in the field The programme offers a diverse range of sessions covering key topics from molecular modeling to systems level analyses and evolution New sessions for 2025 include drug design focusing on computational approaches in therapeutic innovation and infrastructures and software platforms highlighting the technological frameworks essential for computational structural biology Additional features include a Job Fair for early career scientists and interactive sessions such as Speed Networking Meet the Speakers Editors and Career Workshops to promote networking and professional development Session topics Modeling proteins and nucleic acids and their complexes Structural dynamics Protein evolution and design Structural bioinformatics and experiments Drug discovery and design Structural systems biology Infrastructures and software platforms This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 3 of 3 Speakers Keynote Speakers Drew Berry The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research Australia Julia Mahamid EMBL Heidelberg Germany Speakers Mohammed AlQuraishi Columbia University USA Mehrnoosh Arrar Instituto de C lculo University of Buenos Aires Argentina Christian Dallago NVIDIA DE GmbH Germany Janani Durairaj Biozentrum University of Basel Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics SIB Switzerland Victoria Feher Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research NIBR USA Birte H cker University of Bayreuth Germany Syma Khalid University of Oxford UK Daisuke Kihara Purdue University USA Oleg Kovalevskiy Google DeepMind UK Fan Liu Leibniz Forschungsinstitut f r Molekulare Pharmakologie FMP Germany Katja Luck Institute of Molecular Biology Mainz Germany Siewert Jan Marrink University of Groningen Netherlands Sereina Riniker ETH Z rich Switzerland Martin Steinegger Seoul National University Republic of Korea Marta Szachniuk Institute of Bioorganic Chemistry PAS Poznan University of Technology Poland Scientifc organisers Rommie Amaro University of California San Diego USA Charlotte Deane University of Oxford UK Jan Kosinski EMBL Hamburg Germany Christine Orengo University College London UK Sameer Velankar EMBL EBI UK Conference organiser Sophie Dutzi EMBL Heidelberg Germany Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOComp3D and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Please see the conference shuttle schedule here Please see poster numbers here Day 1 Tuesday 2 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin Session11 30 13 00Registration and light refreshments13 00 13 10Opening remarksSession 1 Modeling proteins and nucleic acids and their complexesSession chair Ceslovas Venclovas Vilnius University Lithuania13 10 13 40Some observations on how AlphaFold predicts and learns to predict protein structuresMohammed AlQuraishi Columbia University USA13 40 14 10Accelerating biological research using AlphaFold 3Oleg Kovalevskiy Google DeepMind UK14 10 14 25Evaluating and advancing RNA structure prediction benchmarks challenges and applicationsNithin Chandran University of Warsaw Poland14 25 14 40AlphaFold2 and AlphaFold3 lead to significantly different results in human parasite interaction predictionBurcu Ozden Yucel Izmir Biomedicine and Genome CenterVirtual talk 14 40 15 10RNA in a trap detecting and fixing topological artifactsMarta Szachniuk Poznan University of Technology PolandNot available on demand15 10 15 25VoroMQA aa bridging AI driven structure prediction and reliable model selectionRita Banciul Vilnius University Lithuania15 25 16 10Keynote lectureDNA break repair by homologous recombinationDrew Berry The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute ofMedical Research Australia16 10 16 40Coffee break and meet the speakersSession 2 Structural dynamicsSession chair Rommie Amaro University of California San Diego USA16 40 17 10Computational Microbiology the quest to characterise the surface of Gram negative bacteriaSyma Khalid University of Oxford UK17 10 17 25DynamicGT a dynamic aware geometric transformer model to predict protein binding interfaces in flexible and disordered regionsHamed Khakzad Inria Universit de Lorraine France17 25 17 40Structural insights into glycyl radical enzyme activation from multiscale simulationsMarko Hanzevacki University of Bristol UK17 40 18 10Computational microscopy of the cellSiewert Jan Marrink University of Groningen Netherlands18 10 18 25Structural and conformational features of transcription factor binding motifs in DNA in perspective of DNA shape readout mechanismPiya Patra Shenzhen Bay Laboratory China18 25 18 55Allostery in the Dengue Virus NS3 proteinMehrnoosh Arrar Instituto de C lculo University of Buenos Aires Argentina18 55 20 30Dinner at EMBL Canteen20 30 22 00Pub Quiz and after dinner drinks in Rooftop Lounge Day 2 Wednesday 3 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionSession 3 Protein evolutions and designSession chair Christine Orengo University College London UK09 00 09 30Learning from nature how to design new proteinsBirte H cker University of Bayreuth Germany09 30 09 45Birth of protein folds and functions in the viromeJason Nomburg AITHYRA Austria09 45 10 00Flexibility conditioned protein structure design with flow matchingVsevolod Viliuga Stockholm University Sweden10 00 10 15D2D Constraining protein language models with evolution for a generalizable framework for protein mutation predictionKonstantina Tzavella Vrije Universiteit Brussel Belgium10 15 10 45Coffee break and meet the speakers10 45 11 00AI driven protein design and validationSophie Binder University of Bonn Germany11 00 11 30Exploring the protein universe via highly accurate structural predictionsMartin Steinegger Seoul National University Republic of Korea11 30 12 00Flash talks 55 Sarah Bolz 63 Hemani Chhabra 67 Tomer Cohen 71 Noora Aho 73 Justas Dapkunas 99 Alberto Conz lez Calatayud 107 Iingelise Holland Kaye 147 Gal Passi 159 Victor Reys 165 Gioacchino Schifino 173 Joelle Strom12 00 13 30Lunch meet the editors and job fair13 30 15 30Poster session 1 odd numbers Session 4 Structural bioinformatics and experimentsSession chair Sucharita Dey Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur India15 30 16 15Keynote lectureEnabling discovery by in cell structural biology challenges and opportunities in data mining and integrationJulia Mahamid EMBL Heidelberg GermanyNot available on demand16 15 16 45Macromolecular structure modeling for cryo EM using deep learningDaisuke Kihara Purdue University USA16 45 17 00AF3x Improving AlphaFold 3 structural modeling by incorporating explicit crosslinksKonstantin Gilep EMBL Hamburg Germany17 00 17 30Coffee break and meet the speakers17 30 17 45Alphafold2 based discovery of conformation specific filamin interactors reveals a link to JNK signalingJennifer Johnson Dalhousie University Canada17 45 18 15The resolved predicted and actual universe of protein bindingKatja Luck Institute of Molecular Biology Germany18 15 18 30Protein association landscapes provide functional context to genetic risk in neurodevelopmental disordersJustus Gr f Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard USA18 30Free evening Day 3 Thursday 4 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionSession 5 Drug discovery and designSession chair Dina Schneidmann The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel09 00 09 30Conformational flexibility of bio molecules combining experiments and computationSereina Riniker ETH Z rich SwitzerlandNot available on demand09 30 09 45AI enhanced adaptive virtual screening platform enabling exploration of 69 Billion molecules discovers structurally validated FSP1 inhibitorsAndrea Mattevi University of Pavia Italy09 45 10 00Improving protein ligand co folding predictions by leveraging data from multiple pharma companiesRobin R hm Apheris Germany10 00 10 15Affinity maturation of a single domain antibody via rational mutagenesis informed by artificial intelligenceMatti Pronker QVQ The Netherlands10 15 10 45Coffee break and meet the speakers10 45 11 00ProPose Generative modelling of ligand binding protein conformations using flow matching and AlphaFold2Peter Skrinjar University of Basel Switzerland11 00 11 30Integrating AI ML in structure based drug discovery at NovartisVictoria Feher Novartis Institutes for BioMedicalResearch NIBR USANot available on demand11 30 11 45Structure based virtual screening reveals antimalarial compounds targeting multiple Plasmodium falciparum kinasesPriya Godara Central University of Rajasthan India11 45 12 00State of the art covalent virtual screening with AlphaFold3Yoav Shamir Weizmann Institute of Science Israel12 00 13 30Lunch and job fairSession 6 Structural systems biologySession chair Jan Kosinski EMBL Hamburg Germany13 30 14 00Developing structural interactomics and its application in cell biologyFan Liu Leibniz Forschungsinstitut f r MolekularePharmakologie FMP Berlin Germany14 00 14 15Molecular design features underlying nucleocytoplasmic transportBarak Raveh The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel14 15 14 30Membrane necks split personality the nuclear envelope under osmotic pressureBeatrice Geiger University of Copenhagen Denmark14 30 15 15Coffee break and meet the speakers15 15 15 30A proteome scale language model enables accurate and rapid prediction of protein protein interactions and gene essentiality across taxaCyril Malbranke EPFL Switzerland15 30 15 45Life in the cytoplasm protein protein dynamics and enzymatic activityTara Pogorelov University of Illinois Urbana Champaign USA15 45 16 15Flash talks 62 Elliot Chan 84 Roi Eliasian 102 Himanshu Gupta 106 Bernd Simon 144 Sarah Narrowe Danielsson 146 Lorenzo Pantolini 148 Munro Passmore16 15 18 15Poster session 2 even numbers 18 15 20 00Conference dinner at EMBL Canteen20 00 23 00Conference Party with band Day 4 Friday 5 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionSession 7 Infrastructures and software platformsSession chair Sameer Velankar EMBL EBI UK09 30 10 00Unlocking new biological insights through industrially scaled BioMLChristian Dallago NVIDIA DE GmbH Germany10 00 10 15HADDOCK3 a modular and versatile platform for integrative modelling of biomolecular complexesAnna Kravchenko Utrecht University The Netherlands10 15 10 30Computational challenges in biophysics and structural biology an industrial perspectiveVadim Kotov Evotec SE Germany10 30 11 00Protein ligand complex prediction are we there yet Janani Durairaj Biozentrum University ofBasel Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics SIB Switzerland11 00 11 30Coffee Break and meet the speakers11 30 12 30Round table discussion12 30 12 45Closing remarks and poster prize announcement12 45 13 30Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees and abstract submission On site registration fees include admission conference materials meals and coffee breaks Participants are expected to book and pay their own accommodation and travel expenses Virtual registration fees include access to all of the talks livestreamed and on demand and facility to submit questions On site Academia 450On site PhD Student 350On site Industry 770On site Journal Editors 300Virtual Academia 200Virtual PhD Student 150Virtual Industry 275 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet 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OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview This second edition of the EMBO “Computational Structural Biology” workshop builds on the success of the 2023 meeting. It aims to present and discuss advancements in computational studies of biomolecular structures, functions, and interactions, encompassing AI-driven innovations and classical methods while exploring future directions in the field. The programme offers a diverse range of sessions covering key topics, from molecular modeling to systems-level analyses and evolution. New sessions for 2025 include drug design, focusing on computational approaches in therapeutic innovation, and infrastructures and software platforms, highlighting the technological frameworks essential for computational structural...

3 December 2025

Exploring molecular interactions in-depth across species

Description This webinar provides an introduction to the visualisation of molecular networks across species It will begin with a presentation of the IntAct Portal s approach to molecular network modelling Subsequently the implementation of this modelling within the IntAct Cytoscape app will be demonstrated This section will cover the construction of networks methods for accessing detailed information the available visualisation modes and approaches to styling and filtering Additionally it will illustrate how network participants can be grouped according to orthology... This webinar provides an introduction to the visualisation of molecular networks across species. It will begin with a presentation of the IntAct Portal’s approach to molecular network modelling. Subsequently, the implementation of this modelling within the IntAct Cytoscape app will be demonstrated. This section will cover the construction of networks, methods for accessing detailed information, the available visualisation modes, and approaches to styling and filtering. Additionally, it will illustrate how network participants can be grouped according to orthology.

7 December - 12 December 2025

Genome engineering: CRISPR/Cas in cells and mice

Silke Deckert, Neil Humphreys, Kristof Kersse, Birgit Koch, Elisabeth Zielonka

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This course will provide training in genome editing and cell engineering in mammalian cells and mouse embryos using the highly efficient CRISPR Cas9 system Participants will learn design of CRISPR targets using bioinformatics tools generation of gene knock outs knock ins and target validation using the most current technologies The course will be split into two groups mammalian cells OR mice based on participants expertise Please note that all participants are expected to engage in all sessions Participants should plan for approximately 1 hour extra per day for self paced learning modules Audience This course is aimed at researchers who are familiar with basic molecular and cell biology techniques and who want to learn how to create an engineered mammalian cell line or mouse model using the most recent and advanced CRISPR Cas9 system No previous experience in genome editing is required Modules resources How to create a CRISPR Cas9 experiment using various design tools Transfection optimisation for efficient gene editing Generation of knock out and knock in cell lines and mouse embryos Validation of genome edited cell lines and embryos Learning outcomes After this course you should be able to Design a CRISPR based project using editing tools for your target gene of interest Choose the right format of gene editing tool and delivery strategy for your cell type or embryos Edit screen and validate the engineered models embryo manipulation What past participants say about the course This course has a lot to offer from experienced speakers to experienced trainers Apart from the theory emphasis on the practical aspects helped me develop a broader understanding of the topic This course has surely made me CRISPReady Pragyesh Dixit Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS Warsaw Poland The course was very well organized and is perfectly suitable for someone who is new to the topic as well as more experienced scientists Practicals and lectures provide a great overview over the technology and plenty of time is dedicated to the project specific questions that everyone is eager to discuss Highly recommended Jan Becker INM Leibniz Institute for New Materials Germany Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Antony Adamson University of Manchester UK Michela Ascolani EMBL Rome Italy Dana Carroll University of Utah USA Virtual speaker Silke Deckert Thermo Fisher Scientific Germany Neil Humphreys EMBL Rome Italy Manuel Kaulich University Hospital Frankfurt Germany Kristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific Germany Birgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research Germany Frank Montoya EMBL Heidelberg Germany Beate Neumann EMBL Heidelberg Germany Alexandre Paix May Planck Institute for Biology T bingen Germany Kim Remans EMBL Heidelberg Germany Andrew Wood University of Edinburgh UK Scientific organisers Silke Deckert Thermo Fisher Scientific Germany Neil Humphreys EMBL Rome Italy Kristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific Germany Birgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research Germany Elisabeth Zielonka EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Ellen Malovrh EMBL Heidelberg Germany Aline Schnieder EMBL Heidelberg Germany Michelle Steinhauer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLCRISPRcas and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings protocol reading and computational exercises with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Sunday 7 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation16 00 16 30WelcomeISG Hotel16 30 18 00Icebreaker Flash talks by participantsISG Hotel18 00 19 00Remote Keynote Lecture Introduction to CRISPR Cas 9Dana Carroll University of Utah School of Medicine USAISG Hotel19 00Dinner ISG Hotel Day 2 Monday 8 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation9 00 9 15Lab SafetyEllen Malovrh Michelle Steinhauer EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Labs09 15 10 15Lecture Purification of Cas9 proteinKim Remans EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Labs10 15 11 15Lecture CRISPR Cas genome editing to generate transgenic miceNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyFlex Labs11 15 11 45Coffee breakFlex Labs11 45 12 45All participants Intro CRISPR Cas genome editing in mammalian cellsKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher ScientificFlex Labs12 45 13 45LunchEMBL Canteen13 45 15 00All participants Practical gRNA design manual approachIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificFlex Labs15 00 16 00All participants Practical gRNA design Basics and Benchling Birgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyFlex Labs16 00 16 30Coffee breakFlex Labs16 30 17 15Mammalian Cell Group TrueTag Donor Template Synthesis PCREmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyTraining Lab A16 30 17 15Mouse Embryo Group TLR2 system introduction TLR2 electroporation Glass transfer pipet prep harvest embryos describe injection mix prep Neil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyAlessandra Pisaniello EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanyTraining Lab B17 15 18 30CRISPR Cas in emerging organisms including examples Alexandre Paix Max Planck Institute for Biology T bingen GermanyFlex Labs18 30 19 30DinnerEMBL Canteen19 30 20 30Mammalian Cell Group TrueTag Donor Template Synthesis Gel analysis and Clean upEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyTraining Lab A19 30 20 30Mouse Embryo Group Thawing blastocyst for ES cells derivationNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyAlessandra Pisaniello EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanyTraining Lab B Day 3 Tuesday 9 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayFlex Labs9 00 10 00LectureFlow Cytometry core facilityFlex Labs10 00 11 00Mammalian Cell Group Practical lecture Generation and validation of endogenously tagged cell lineBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyFlex Labs10 00 11 00Mouse Embryo Group Practical AAV infectionMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyTraining Lab B11 00 12 45Mammalian Cell Group Practical Group A Transfection of endogenously tagged cell line formation of RNP and transfection with CRISPRDNA extraction from 96 well platesBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyGroup B True Design Tool and example exercisesKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyCell culture11 00 12 45Mouse Embryo Group 1st Microinjection electroporationElectroporationMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMicroinjectionNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyAlessandra Pisaniello EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanySandra Stobrawa Biozol Calibre ScientificTraining Lab BLAR12 45 13 45LunchFlex Labs13 45 15 30Mammalian Cell Group Practical Group B Transfection of endogenously tagged cell line formation of RNP and transfection with CRISPRDNA extraction from 96 well platesBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyGroup A True Design Tool and example exercisesKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyFlex Labs Cell culture13 45 15 30Mouse Embryo Group 2nd Microinjection electroporation and AAVElectroporation AAVMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMicroinjectionNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanySandra Stobrawa Biozol Calibre ScientificTraining Lab BLAR15 30 16 00Coffee BREAKFlex Labs16 00 18 00Mammalian Cell Group Group A gRNA efficiency Lipid transfection of 293FT cells with gRNA and Cas9 protein Lipid transfection of 293FT eBFP cells with gRNA Cas9 protein and ssODNEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificKristoff Kersse Thermo Fisher ScientificGroup B Individual project gRNA designBirgit Koch Birgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificFlex Labs Cell culture16 00 18 00Mouse Embryo Group 3rd Microinjection electroporation and AAVElectroporationMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMicroinjectionNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanySandra Stobrawa Biozol Calibre ScientificTraining Lab BLAR18 00 19 00Dinner in CanteenEMBL Canteen19 00 20 30Mammalian Cell Group Group B gRNA efficiency Lipid transfection of 293FT cells with gRNA and Cas9 protein Lipid transfection of 293FT eBFP cells with gRNA Cas9 protein and ssODNEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificKristoff Kersse Thermo Fisher ScientificGroup A Individual project gRNA designBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificCell culture19 00 20 30Extra time with Embryos microinjection and embryos transfer KSOM media O N culture Student lead requests for extra trainingAll trainersTraining Lab B Day 4 Wednesday 10 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayFlex Labs09 00 10 00Lecture Gene editing in different experimental modelsAntony Adamson The University of Manchester UKFlex Labs10 00 11 30Mammalian Cell Group Practical Harvest cells and prepare for FACS analysisBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyCell culture10 00 11 00Mouse Embryo Group Practical Assess and clean up 2 cell microinjected embryosMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanyTraining Lab B11 00 11 45Coffee breakFlex Labs11 45 12 45LectureAndrew Wood University Edinburgh UKFlex Labs12 45 13 45LunchEMBL Canteen13 45 15 45Mammalian Cell Group Group A Tag Knock in Electroporation of 293FT with gRNA Cas9 protein and TrueTagEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyGroup B Project discussionBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificFlex Labs Cell culture13 45 15 45Mouse Embryo Group Thaw pre prepared blastocysts assess viability extract DNA Design and set up cut test PCR Prepare agarose gelNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyTraining Lab B15 45 16 15Coffee breakFlex Labs16 15 18 15Mammalian Cell Group Group B Tag Knock in Electroporation of 293FT with gRNA Cas9 protein and TrueTagEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyGroup A Project discussionBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificFlex Labs Cell culture16 15 18 15Mouse Embryo Group Set up T7 assay and mutant specific PCRsRun O N project discussion Neil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyTraining Lab B18 15 20 30Pizza Dinner Discussion round and drinks Ethical issues of CRISPR technology and genome engineeringLead Antony Adamson The University of Manchester UKRooftop lounge Day 5 Thursday 11 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayFlex Labs09 00 10 00Lecture Imaged based high throughput screening RNAi vs CRISPRBeate Neumann EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Labs10 00 11 45Mammalian Cell Group GCD Cell Harvest and lysis set up GCD PCRKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyCell culture Training Lab A10 00 11 45Mouse Embryo Group Assess and clean up 4 to 8 cell embryos Run Gels for PCRs Analyze results Cut out gel and submit for Sanger sequencingNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyTraining Lab B11 45 12 15Group Photo12 15 13 15LunchEMBL Canteen13 15 14 15Lecture The 3Cs technology for CRISPR gRNA library generationManuel Kaulich Goethe University GermanyFlex Labs14 15 16 30Mammalian Cell Group PCR analysis set up GCD re annealing reactionSet up digestion for GCD gel purification sample submission for sanger sequencingGel analysis of GCDKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyKnock In cell validation Set up of PCRBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyTraining Lab A14 15 16 30Mouse Embryo Group Project discussion focus on the analysis of sequencing data and design options Thaw TLR2 embryos for imaging Thaw Gab1 t2a mScarlet ES cells for FACSNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyIsabel Rollan EMBL Heidelberg GermanyAntony Adamson The University of Manchester UKTraining Lab B16 30 17 00Coffee BreakFlex Labs17 00 18 00Lecture Gene editing in goat embryos using cell electroporation and animal cloningShahin Eghbalsaiedi EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Labs18 15Bus downtown19 00 20 00Visit to Heidelberg christmas market20 00 22 00Course dinner Day 6 Friday 12 December 2025 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayFlex Labs9 00 10 30Technology Lounge Genome modification technologiesKarl von Laer New England BiolabsMarc Bleischwitz IDT Technologies K Julia Duda IDT TechnologiesFlex Labs10 30 12 30 with flexible coffe break Mammalian Cell Group Examine BFP cells and TrueTag Knock in via microscopy and FACSKristof Kersse Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyEmmanouela Soura Thermo Fisher ScientificIan Pringle Thermo Fisher ScientificCell culture Training Lab A10 30 11 30Mouse Embryo Group FACS ES cells Gab1 t2a mScarletNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyTraining Lab B11 30 12 30Mouse Embryo Group 5 participants Image TLR2 embryos ALMF 5 participants Project discussionNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyBeate Neumann EMBL Heidelberg GermanyALMF Flex Labs12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 15 45Mammalian Cell Group Knock In cell validation Gel gel analysisBirgit Koch Max Planck Institute for Medical Research GermanyTraining Lab A13 30 14 30Mouse Embryo Group 5 participants Image TLR2 embryos ALMF 5 participants Project discussionNeil Humphreys EMBL Rome ItalyMichela Ascolani EMBL Rome ItalyMaj Simonsen Jackson EMBL Rome ItalyBeate Neumann EMBL Heidelberg GermanyALMF Flex Labs14 30 15 45Mouse Embryo Group Tour of LAR FacilityFrank Diego Montoya Castillo EMBL Heidelberg GermanyLAR15 45 16 15Solutions room and final wordsFlex Labs16 30Bus shuttle downtown central station Practical information Registration fees and motivation letter The course is limited to 20 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration Registration fees include admission course materials meals and coffee breaks Participants are expected to book and pay their own accommodation and travel expenses Academia 815PhD Student 815Industry 1100 A letter to support your visa application will be issued on request once payment of the registration fee is confirmed We recommend that you book your visa appointment as soon as possible to avoid any delay with your visa application Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Motivation letter submission After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Practical Course up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Practical Course Registration fees are only covered for EMBO Practical Courses The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers during the participant selection process for courses Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Accommodation and travel Hotel Accommodation is not included in the registration fee Participants are expected to book and pay for their own accommodation A mix of single and twin rooms have been reserved for 6 nights from 6 December to 12 December 2025 at the ISG hotel Single rooms are limited and will be available on a first come first served basis After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with the booking code GEE25 01 by the deadline of Wednesday 5 November 2025 We recommend that all course participants stay at the dedicated hotel for the course Travel information For travel information please see here Local transport Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the laboratories Electricity and charging station In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk EMBL Merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order or get in contact with your Course Organiser Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Health and safety notes Please read EMBL s COVID 19 safety policy for on site events Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg In any case the EMBL Course and Conference Office will assist you to get to the pharmacy and a doctor of your choice if necessary Internet Wi Fi is available on campus Log in using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Room for prayer yoga and 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This course will provide training in genome editing and cell engineering in mammalian cells and mouse embryos using the highly efficient CRISPR/Cas9 system. Participants will learn design of CRISPR targets using bioinformatics tools, generation of gene knock-outs/knock-ins, and target validation using the most current technologies. The course will be split into two groups (mammalian cells OR mice) based on participants’ expertise. Please note that all participants are expected to engage in all sessions. Participants should plan for approximately 1 hour extra per day for self paced learning modules. Audience This course is aimed at researchers who are familiar with basic molecular and cell biology techniques and who want to learn how to create an engineered mammalian cell line or...

8 December - 10 December 2025

Managing a bioinformatics core facility

EMBL-EBI Training

Description This knowledge exchange workshop is an opportunity for managers of bioinformatics core facilities to learn from each other and EMBL EBI s service teams These facilities play an essential role in enabling research in the life sciences The landscape is constantly evolving as new research tools emerge as experiments become increasingly data intensive and as their users experimental researchers become more exposed to the power of data driven biology This course will allow participants to share experiences discuss challenges and solutions that they face and plan ways to cope with the ever changing demands raised by the molecular life science field There will be sessions to learn from bioinformatics service providers hear how others have tackled common problems and work together to design core services resource them and measure their impact A limited number of travel bursaries are available Please see the Additional information tab for conditions... This knowledge exchange workshop is an opportunity for managers of bioinformatics core facilities to learn from each other and EMBL-EBI’s service teams. These facilities play an essential role in enabling research in the life sciences. The landscape is constantly evolving as new research tools emerge, as experiments become increasingly data-intensive, and as their users – experimental researchers – become more exposed to the power of data-driven biology.This course will allow participants to share experiences, discuss challenges and solutions that they face, and plan ways to cope with the ever-changing demands raised by the molecular life science field. There will be sessions to learn from bioinformatics service providers, hear how others have tackled common problems, and work together to design core services, resource them, and measure their impact.A limited number of travel bursaries...

11 December 2025

From bench to database: the journey of a UniProt entry

Description UniProt serves as a leading global data resource for protein sequence and functional information Behind every UniProt entry lies a story that begins at the laboratory bench This webinar will trace the journey of protein data from experimental discovery and literature curation to integration within the UniProt Knowledgebase Participants will gain insight into how UniProt collects evaluates and organises functional information ensuring its accuracy and accessibility The session will also demonstrate how to explore this information effectively on the UniProt website helping you to quickly locate the data you need... UniProt serves as a leading global data resource for protein sequence and functional information. Behind every UniProt entry lies a story that begins at the laboratory bench. This webinar will trace the journey of protein data from experimental discovery and literature curation to integration within the UniProt Knowledgebase. Participants will gain insight into how UniProt collects, evaluates, and organises functional information, ensuring its accuracy and accessibility. The session will also demonstrate how to explore this information effectively on the UniProt website, helping you to quickly locate the data you need.

15 January 2026

Using UniProt for protein structure-function analysis

Description With over 140 000 experimentally determined structures and more than 200 million predicted structural models mapped to its entries UniProt is one of the world s most comprehensive structure annotated protein databases In this webinar we will provide a walkthrough on how to access and explore structural data associated with a protein entry in UniProt We will describe the various types of structural information captured in UniProt from topological arrangements to residue level annotations We will demonstrate how to find all available structures for a protein and how to analyse individual components of multi protein complexes We will also introduce how this information can be retrieved via the UniProt Proteins API using basic Python... With over 140,000 experimentally determined structures and more than 200 million predicted structural models mapped to its entries, UniProt is one of the world's most comprehensive structure-annotated protein databases.In this webinar, we will provide a walkthrough on how to access and explore structural data associated with a protein entry in UniProt. We will describe the various types of structural information captured in UniProt, from topological arrangements to residue-level annotations. We will demonstrate how to find all available structures for a protein and how to analyse individual components of multi-protein complexes. We will also introduce how this information can be retrieved via the UniProt Proteins API using basic Python.

2 February - 6 February 2026

Exploratory analysis of biological data: data carpentry

Renato Alves, Lisanna Paladin, Christian Schudoma

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Applicants are encouraged to select the location nearest to them Those open to either location may indicate no specific preference Course overview The missing step between data collection and research progress is a lack of training for researchers in crucial skills for effectively managing and analysing data often in large amounts This hands on workshop teaches researchers the fundamental data skills they need to conduct their work and provides high quality domain specific training covering the full lifecycle of data driven research The domain specific approach allows participants to tailor the data content and tools to reflect the specific data and analysis needs of different areas Audience The course is aimed at graduate students and other researchers in the life sciences who would like to learn good practices in data management and analysis The course is ideally suited to students without prior experience in computational research but some familiarity with working with tabular data on a computer is welcome Modules Data organisation and cleaning Versioning with Git Introduction to R Data analysis and visualisation in R Data analysis with applications to genomics Learning outcomes How to organise data and some practices for more effective data handling To effectively clean and format data and automatically track any changes To use R to handle filter and summarise tabular data To use the split apply combine concept for data analysis To visualise the results of these analyses in R using the ggplot2 library To apply all of the concepts in an exploratory analysis of a typical biological dataset Technical requirements Participants need to bring a laptop where they should have installed all the required software Software requirements will be made available as part of the course information pack An onboarding session will be offered to troubleshoot installation problems Participant commitment There will be an onboarding session on Monday 26 January 2026 which will bring everyone to a good starting position for the 5 day course in February 2026 Full time attendance is required for the course duration What past participants say about the course The training at EMBL on Exploratory Analysis of Biological Data stands out as one of the most valuable hands on scientific training sessions I ve experienced It equips researchers with essential data skills crucial for their work delivering top notch domain specific training that spans the entire lifecycle of data driven research Francis Irabor Benson Idahosa University Nigeria I really enjoyed the course Exploratory analysis of biological data data carpentry It was a great opportunity and amazing experience to learn the use of R and how to apply it to analyze our own data in a very practical way Marcos Gal n Ganga University of Barcelona Spain A very well spent and highly instructive week thanks to the excellent trainers and organizers as well as the inspiring and motivating environment at EMBL in Heidelberg Already looking forward to visiting again Christina Parassiadis Robert Bosch Center for Tumor Diseases Germany Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Renato Alves EMBL Heidelberg Germany Roberto Castelo Pompeu Fabra University Spain Hugo Gruson EMBL Heidelberg Germany Lisanna Paladin EMBL Heidelberg Germany Patryk Polinski EMBL Barcelona Spain Daniel Santos Olivan EMBL Barcelona Spain Christian Schudoma EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jim Swoger EMBL Barcelona Spain Francesco Tabaro EMBL Rome Italy Scientific organisers Renato Alves EMBL Heidelberg Germany Lisanna Paladin EMBL Heidelberg Germany Christian Schudoma EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Michelle Steinhauer Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Ad la Graf Course and Conference Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Laure Michelet Administrative Officer EMBL Barcelona Spain Bastien Debi ve Project Manager Barcelona Collaboratorium for Modelling and Predictive Biology Spain Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLDataCarpentry and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Monday 2 February 2026 Time Heidelberg Barcelona SessionLocation HeidelbergLocation Barcelona10 45 11 00Bus from hotel to EMBL Heidelberg ATC EntranceISG HotelNo shuttle provided11 00 11 15Welcome and house notes and course overviewCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room11 15 12 45FlashtalksCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room12 45 13 45LunchEMBL CanteenPRBB Canteen13 45 14 30Facility Tour and a group photo tbcTour of World of Molecular BiologyFacility tour tbc14 30 15 15Lecture Data organization and cleaningCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room15 15 15 35Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer15 35 17 05Lecture Data organization and cleaning continued Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room17 05 17 20Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer17 20 18 50Lecture Data organization and cleaning continued Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room18 50 19 50 19 30 20 30DinnerEMBL Canteenrestaurant tbc20 00 20 15Shuttle bus to ISG HotelNo shuttle provided Day 2 Tuesday 3 February 2026 Time Heidelberg Barcelona SessionLocation HeidelbergLocation Barcelona08 40 08 55Bus from hotel to EMBL Heidelberg ATC EntranceISG HotelNo shuttle provided09 00 11 00Practical session Versioning with Git using RStudio Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room11 00 11 30Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer11 30 12 30Practical session Versioning with Git using RStudio Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room12 30 13 30Lunch breakEMBL CanteenCaf Menssana13 30 15 00Practical session Introduction to RCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room15 00 15 30Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer15 30 16 50Practical session Introduction to RCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room16 50 17 10Coffee breakCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room17 10 18 30Practical session Introduction to RCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room18 30 19 30 19 30 20 30DinnerEMBL Canteenrestaurant tbc19 30 19 45Shuttle bus to ISG HotelNo shuttle provided Day 3 Wednesday 4 February 2026 Time Heidelberg Barcelona SessionLocation HeidelbergLocation Barcelona08 40 08 55Bus from hotel to EMBL Heidelberg ATC EntranceISG HotelNo shuttle provided09 00 11 00Practical session Data manipulation with dplyrCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room11 00 11 30Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer11 30 12 30Practical session Data manipulation with dplyrCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room12 30 13 30Lunch breakEMBL CanteenCaf Menssana13 30 15 00Practical session Data visualisation with ggplot2Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room15 00 15 30Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer15 30 16 50Practical session Data visualisation with ggplot2Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room16 50 17 10Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer17 10 18 30Practical session Data visualisation with ggplot2Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room18 30 19 30 19 30 20 30DinnerEMBL Canteenrestaurant tbc19 30 19 45Shuttle bus to ISG HotelNo shuttle provided Day 4 Thursday 5 February 2026 Time Heidelberg Barcelona SessionLocation HeidelbergLocation Barcelona08 40 08 55Bus from hotel to EMBL Heidelberg ATC EntranceISG HotelNo shuttle provided09 00 09 50Lecture Data visualisation with ggplot2Courtyard Room A BSeminar Room09 50 10 00Short coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room10 00 10 50Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room10 50 11 20Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer11 20 12 20Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room12 20 13 20Lunch breakEMBL CanteenCaf Menssana13 20 14 50Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room14 50 15 20Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer15 20 17 00Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsRCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room17 00 17 30Shuttle bus to downtownNo shuttle Free time17 30 19 00Free timeFree timeFree time19 00 20 30Downtown dinnerRestaurant tbcRestaurant tbc Day 5 Friday 6 February 2026 Time Heidelberg Barcelona SessionLocation HeidelbergLocation Barcelona08 40 08 55Bus from hotel to EMBL Heidelberg ATC EntranceISG HotelNo shuttle provided09 00 10 30Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee breakCourtyard foyerSeminar Room Foyer11 00 12 00Practical session Data analysis with applications to genomicsCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room12 00 13 00Lunch breakEMBL CanteenCaf Menssana13 00 14 00Debrief and wrap upCourtyard Room A BSeminar Room14 00 14 30Shuttle bus to Heidelberg main train stationNo shuttle provided Practical information Registration fees and motivation letter The course is limited to 15 participants in each hub Heidelberg and Barcelona For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees our registration for this course includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract if applicable Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses Academia 450PhD Student 450Industry 775 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the course please inform your course contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted motivation letter will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Motivation letter submission After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course when answering the questions Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course There are 26 additional questions that you are required to answer before submitting the motivation letter Please note The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application You can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection A selection process will take place with the results announced by email to all applicants submitters We aim to announce 3 weeks 21 days after the abstract submission deadline but delays may occur Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Accommodation and travel Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Hotel Accommodation is not included in the registration fee Participants are expected to book and pay for their own accommodation Heidelberg Hub participants A combination of single and twin rooms will be pre reserved at the ISG hotel a short drive from EMBL Heidelberg for the participants to book independently After the selection process those chosen can contact the hotel directly to secure their reservation using a provided booking code We recommend that all course participants in Heidelberg stay at the designated hotel for the duration of the course as the shuttle bus will depart from there Barcelona Hub participants No rooms are being prebooked accommodation must be arranged by participants themselves according to individual preferences The training location is very central and conveniently located for public transport More information on the hotel booking process will follow after the participant selection Local transport In Heidelberg due to the remote location of the EMBL Heidelberg Campus a shuttle bus will go from the ISG hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting In Barcelona no shuttle bus service is to be provided Participants are expected to arrive to the venue on their own On site information for Heidelberg Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the training rooms Electricity and charging station In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor or plug that fits the German sockets may be needed for your appliances laptop i e if American Japanese etc Health and safety notes Smoking is prohibited in the buildings at both sites Eease take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Internet Wi Fi is available Log in using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desks until the end of the course Luggage There are lockers available on site close to the ATC reception desk to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during events Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Photography During the event an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office EMBL campus map Room for prayer yoga and meditation At EMBL Heidelberg there is a room for prayer meditation and yoga located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Travel to and from the venue During the event we provide course shuttle buses to and from EMBL In addition there is the public bus 39A that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time Information on the shuttle buses can be found on the individual event website and more detailed information on travelling to EMBL can be found on our Travel Information page Additional information Address Advanced Training Centre EMBL HeidelbergMeyerhofstra e 169117 Heidelberg Germany Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for Participants page On site information for Barcelona About the Barcelona Collaboratorium The Barcelona Collaboratorium for Modelling and Predictive Biology brings together researchers from biology mathematics physics computer science and AI to transform biological knowledge and large scale datasets into predictive multi scale models spanning from molecules to ecosystems The Barcelona Collaboratorium for Modelling and Predictive Biology is a joint initiative of the Centre for Genomic Regulation CRG and EMBL Barcelona More information about on site facilities at the Barcelona Hub will be provided after selection Catering All meals except breakfast because participants are to arrange hotels accommodation themselves and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the training rooms Electricity and charging station In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor or plug that fits the Spanish sockets may be needed for your appliances laptop i e if American Japanese etc Health and safety notes Smoking is prohibited in the building Eating and drinking is prohibited in all training rooms The Collaboratorium features a kitchenette and dining tables for meals Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The Collaboratorium team will provide building evacuation instructions in the event of a major incident In case of a medical emergency immediately inform the on site project manager who will coordinate emergency assistance The emergency number to call is 112 Beyond first aid Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the course Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Barcelona In any case the staff on site will assist you to get to the pharmacy and a doctor of your choice if necessary Internet Wi Fi is available on site Connect using the local network credentials which will be provided upon arrival The eduroam network a secure worldwide roaming access service for the international research and education community is also available Nursing room A nursing room is located on the same floor as the training room Photography During the event the Project Manager may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the Project Manager Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desks until the end of the course Luggage Lockable storage spaces with magnetic locks will be made available to you during the course Sightseeing Barcelona offers a wide range of activities For an extensive list please visit the official tourism office website Travel to and from the venue The training venue is easily accessible by public transport The Collaboratorium is accessible via metro lines 2 and 4 Additional information Address Barcelona Collaboratorium for Modelling and Predictive BiologyPasqual Maragall Foundation BuildingWellington 30 2nd floor08005 Barcelona Spain Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for Participants page Technical requirements and event software Technical requirements Below you will find the software and technical requirements for this course You will need admin rights to be able to install the software on your computer and we recommend you try this before the course If you do not have admin rights please contact your technical support team in advance to make sure the software can be installed All participants need to bring their own laptops which will be used to remotely access EMBL virtual machines with pre installed software All participants will be requested to install software before the course Please make sure to bring the laptop with the installed software to the course You will need admin rights to install the software required to access the virtual machines If you do not have admin rights please contact your technical support team in advance to make sure the software can be installed If you have a non standard HDMI port other than type A you need to bring an adaptor Additional software The EMBL eCampus learning platform will be used to collaborate communicate and network with all of the course participants All participants will receive information on how to join shortly before the course We recommend using Chrome Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers for eCampus Zoom will be used for the live talks and Q A sessions More information will be provided closer to the start of the course Other information While using the software during the course please make sure you have nothing else using your bandwidth We recommend using a wired connection Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Applicants are encouraged to select the location nearest to them. Those open to either location may indicate no specific preference. Course overview The missing step between data collection and research progress is a lack of training for researchers in crucial skills for effectively managing and analysing data, often in large amounts. This hands-on workshop teaches researchers the fundamental data skills they need to conduct their work and provides high-quality, domain-specific training covering the full lifecycle of data-driven research. The domain-specific approach allows participants to tailor the data, content, and tools to reflect the specific data and analysis needs of different areas. Audience The course is aimed at graduate students and other researchers in the life sciences who would like to...

2 February - 6 February 2026

Single-cell RNA-seq analysis with Python

Omotoke Labiyi

Description This course covers the analysis of single cell RNA sequencing scRNA seq data using Python and command line tools Participants will be guided through droplet based scRNA seq analysis pipelines from raw reads to cell clusters You will explore and interpret single cell RNA seq data using Python as well as the Single Cell Expression Atlas Finally you will put their knowledge into practice through a group challenge on the last day Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre recorded lectures live presentations and trainer Q A sessions Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer led computational exercises Live sessions will be delivered using Zoom with additional support and asynchronous communication via Slack Pre recorded material may be provided before the course starts that participants will need to watch read or work through to gain the most out of the actual training event In the week before the course there will be a brief induction session Computational practicals will run on EMBL EBI s virtual training infrastructure meaning participants will not require access to a powerful computer or install complex software on their own machines Participants will need to be available between the hours of 09 00 17 30 BST each day of the course Trainers will be available to assist answer questions and provide further explanations during these times... This course covers the analysis of single cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) data using Python and command line tools. Participants will be guided through droplet-based scRNA-seq analysis pipelines from raw reads to cell clusters. You will explore and interpret single-cell RNA seq data using Python as well as the Single Cell Expression Atlas. Finally, you will put their knowledge into practice through a group challenge on the last day.Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre-recorded lectures, live presentations, and trainer Q&A sessions. Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer-led computational exercises. Live sessions will be delivered using Zoom with additional support and asynchronous communication via Slack.Pre-recorded material may be provided before the course starts that participants will need to watch, read or work through to...

9 February - 13 February 2026

Introduction to RNA-seq and functional interpretation

Anca Belu

Description Gain an introduction to the technology data analysis tools and resources used in RNA sequencing and transcriptomics The content will provide a broad overview of the subject area and introduce participants to basic analysis of transcriptomics data using the command line It will also highlight key public data repositories and methodologies that can be used to start the biological interpretation of expression data Topics will be delivered using a mixture of lectures practical exercises and open discussions Computational work during the course will use small example data sets and there will be no opportunity to analyse personal data Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre recorded lectures live presentations and trainer Q A sessions Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer led computational exercises Live sessions will be delivered using Zoom with additional support and asynchronous communication via Slack... Gain an introduction to the technology, data analysis, tools, and resources used in RNA sequencing and transcriptomics. The content will provide a broad overview of the subject area, and introduce participants to basic analysis of transcriptomics data using the command line. It will also highlight key public data repositories and methodologies that can be used to start the biological interpretation of expression data. Topics will be delivered using a mixture of lectures, practical exercises, and open discussions. Computational work during the course will use small, example data sets; and there will be no opportunity to analyse personal data. Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre-recorded lectures, live presentations, and trainer Q&A sessions. Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer-led computational exercises. Live sessions...

9 February - 13 February 2026

Brillouin microscopy for life science applications

Kareem Elsayad, Francesca Palombo, Maddy Parsons, Robert Prevedel

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Mechanical forces and properties have recently become important in our understanding of processes on the sub cellular cellular and tissue level as they are thought to regulate and underlie a number of different properties and behaviours Brillouin microscopy is an emerging optical imaging and spectroscopy technique which allows one to probe the mechanical properties of living cells using light It therefore offers the ability to measure the viscoelasticity in a non invasive way with high spatial and temporal resolution in living cells and also gives access to internal structures i e it is not restricted to surface measurements unlike many other techniques e g atomic force microscopy In a mix of lectures and hands on classes this course aims to bring this emerging technique closer to life scientists Audience This course is aimed at researchers at all levels who are applying or planning to apply Brillouin microscopy to their research and wish to acquire more knowledge and hands on training on the technology It is primarily targeted towards mechanobiologists biophysicists and biomedical engineers We however also welcome physicists and engineers who seek to build their own BM setups Modules Introduction to Brillouin microscopy Technical lectures on current state of art Project design Interpretation of Brillouin data Data analysis and visualization Hands on practical training Applications of Brillouin microscopy Learning outcomes Overview of this advanced microscopy method including its advantages and limitations Understanding of what BM probes and how it can add insight for biological questions Being able to interpret measurements how and if to compare them to other techniques Being able to acquire analyze and report measurements in a suitable way After this course every participant should be able to assess the potential of the technique and apply it to their own research if desired Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Carlo Bevilacqua EMBL Heidelberg Germany Alberto Bilenca Ben Gurion University of the Negev Israel Thomas Bocklitz Leibnitz Institute Germany Thomas Dehoux University of Lyon France Alba Diz Mu oz EMBL Heidelberg Germany Kareem Elsayad Medical University of Vienna Austria Jinhao Li EMBL Heidelberg Germany Maurizio Mattarelli University of Perugia Italy Stephanie M llmert Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light Germany Francesca Palombo University of Exeter UK Maddy Parsons King s College London UK Robert Prevedel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Mark ta malov Masaryk University Czech Republic Vikas Trivedi EMBL Barcelona Spain Tzu Lun Wang EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jitao Zhang Michigan State University USA Scientific organisers Kareem Elsayad Medical University of Vienna Austria Francesca Palombo University of Exeter UK Maddy Parsons King s College London UK Robert Prevedel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Inna B sselmann Course and Conference Manager EMBL Heidelberg Germany Ellen Malovrh Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLBrillouin and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Day 1 Monday 9 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation13 30 14 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel14 00 14 45Welcome house notes course overviewIC Lecture Hall14 45 15 30 Icebreaking activityIC Lecture Hall15 30 16 30Keynote Lecture on Brillouin microscopy its applicationsKareem Elsayad Medical University of Vienna AustriaIC Lecture Hall16 30 17 00Coffee Break IC Lecture Hall17 00 18 30 Flash Talks IC Lecture Hall18 30 19 30Dinner EMBL Canteen19 30Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 2 Tuesday 10 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 45 09 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10 Overview of the dayIC Lecture Hall09 10 10 00Keynote lecture Brain mechanics the next frontier in neurodegeneration and brain tumoursAlba Diz Mu oz EMBL Heidelberg GermanyIC Lecture Hall10 00 11 00Lecture on spontaneous BM techniquesFrancesca Palombo University of Exeter UKIC Lecture Hall11 00 11 30Coffee breakIC Lecture Hall11 30 12 30 Lecture on stimulated BM techniquesAlberto Bilenca Ben Gurion University of the Negev IsraelIC Lecture Hall12 30 13 30Lunch Break EMBL Canteen13 30 18 00Practical Brillouin microscopy IMicroscopy rooms18 00 19 00Tips Tricks with concurrent Pizza DinnerATC Rooftop bar19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 3 Wednesday 11 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 45 09 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10 Overview of the dayIC Lecture Hall09 10 10 00Applications in biology and other mechanobiology techniquesMaddy Parsons King s College London UKIC Lecture Hall10 00 11 00Lecture on Interpretation of BM results common pitfallsMaurizio Mattarelli University of Perugia ItalyIC Lecture Hall11 00 11 30Coffee breakIC Lecture Hall11 30 12 30 Lecture on BM Applications in translational researchStephanie M llmert Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light GermanyIC Lecture Hall12 30 13 30Lunch break EMBL Canteen13 30 18 00Practical Brillouin microscopy IIMicroscopy rooms18 00 19 00Data Management with Pizza DinnerCarlo Bevilacqua EMBL Heidelberg GermanyATC Rooftop bar19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 4 Thursday 12 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 45 09 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10 Overview of the dayFlex Lab A B09 10 10 00Lecture on Project design best practices and sample preparationJitao Zhang Michigan State University USAFlex Lab A B10 00 11 00CrestOptics presentation workshopFlex Lab A B11 00 11 30Coffee breakFlex Lab A B11 30 12 30 The role of AI in spectroscopy elastographyThomas Bocklitz Leibnitz Institute GermanyFlex Lab A B12 30 13 30Lunch break EMBL Canteen13 30 18 00Practical data analysis interpretation and presentationCarlo Bevilacqua EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab18 00 18 30Social dinner downtownBus to ISG from EMBL ATC 20 minutes at ISG hotel to drop things 18 30 19 00Bus from ISG to Neckarm nzplatzISG Hotel19 00Downtown dinner Day 5 Friday 13 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 45 09 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10 Overview of the dayIC Lecture Hall09 10 10 00Lecture on Theory modeling of mechanics in biologyThomas Dehoux University of Lyon FranceIC Lecture Hall10 00 11 00Lecture on Applications in plant biologyMark ta malov Masaryk University Czech RepublicIC Lecture Hall11 00 11 30Coffee breakIC Lecture Hall11 30 12 30 Lecture on Biophysics in development organoid biologyVikas Trivedi EMBL Barcelona SpainIC Lecture Hall12 30 13 30Lunch break EMBL Canteen13 30 14 30Final discussion round feedback IC Lecture Hall14 30Bus to Heidelberg train stationATC Entrance Practical information Registration fees and motivation letter The course is limited to 20 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration Registration fees include admission course materials meals and coffee breaks Participants are expected to book and pay their own accommodation and travel expenses Academia 740PhD Student 740Industry 1350 A letter to support your visa application will be issued on request once payment of the registration fee is confirmed We recommend that you book your visa appointment as soon as possible to avoid any delay with your visa application Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Motivation letter submission After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Practical Course up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Practical Course Registration fees are only covered for EMBO Practical Courses The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance at the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your motivation letter for courses In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For the Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds Travel Grant there is a pre application question during the motivation letter submission process and if selected you will be requested to complete a standard form and documentation consisting of your travel expense estimation Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details See our list of external funding opportunities and for further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Accommodation and travel Travel information For travel information please see here EMBL Events collaborates with Deutsche Bahn to offer discounted train travel within Germany To take advantage of this offer please contact us at events embl de and we will share the discount link with you Please note that you may need to provide proof of your event attendance when purchasing the ticket and or during your travel Hotel Accommodation is not included in the registration fee Participants are expected to book and pay for their own accommodation Local transport Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg GermanyFor more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the laboratories Electricity and charging station In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk EMBL Merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order or get in contact with your Course Organiser Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Health and safety notes Please read EMBL s COVID 19 safety policy for on site events Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg In any case the EMBL Course and Conference Office will assist you to get to the pharmacy and a doctor of your choice if necessary Internet Wi Fi is available on campus Log in using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Room for prayer yoga and meditation There is a room for prayer meditation and yoga located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Travel to and from the venue During the event we provide conference shuttle buses to and from EMBL In addition there is the public bus 39A that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time Information on the shuttle buses can be found on the individual event website and more detailed information on travelling to EMBL can be found on our Travel Information page Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Additional information Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany ATC orientation map Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions COVID 19 safety policy and travelling to EMBL on our Information for Participants page Technical requirements The EMBL eCampus learning platform will be used to collaborate communicate and network with all of the course participants All participants will receive information on how to join shortly before the course We recommend using Chrome Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers for eCampus Participants are required to bring their own laptops to the course Detailed information regarding any specific software installations will be provided to selected attendees prior to the start of the course Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions COVID 19 safety policy and travelling to EMBL on our Information for Participants page Sponsors Event sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Mechanical forces and properties have recently become important in our understanding of processes on the sub-cellular, cellular and tissue level, as they are thought to regulate and underlie a number of different properties and behaviours. Brillouin microscopy is an emerging optical imaging and spectroscopy technique which allows one to probe the mechanical properties of living cells using light. It therefore offers the ability to measure the viscoelasticity in a non-invasive way with high spatial and temporal resolution in living cells, and also gives access to internal structures, i.e. it is not restricted to surface measurements, unlike many other techniques (e.g. atomic force microscopy). In a mix of lectures and hands-on classes this course aims to bring this emerging technique...

16 February - 19 February 2026

The new cardiobiology: engineering, vascular, and molecular insights

Johannes Backs, Roger Foo, Kristina Haase, Sara S. Nunes de Vasconcelos

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia Kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of human mortality and despite an active research community many of the underlying mechanisms are unknown Open questions surround molecular triggers the relationship of GxE impact of epigenetics the role of sex inflammation and microbiome as well as metabolism and multi organ links in cardiovascular disease New molecular and engineering approaches are revolutionising cardiovascular discovery research for instance in vivo and human cell based 2D and 3D disease modeling These developments led to the inaugural The new cardiobiology meeting at EMBL in 2024 For this year s edition we will focus on developments in vascular engineering cardiovascular regeneration modelling the cardiovascular system in synthetic 3D multicellular systems cardiometabolic mechanisms leading to both vascular and cardiac complications the contribution of cardiovascular communication to multi organ disease and new translational breakthroughs Speakers across cardiac and vascular biology tissue engineering as well as systems biology will unite to present new findings in the vascular biology and engineering to further strengthen the systems biology approach An emphasis will be put on the increasing burden of metabolic stress to cardiovascular disease Session topics Cardiovascular regeneration Novel 3D multicellular systems Cardiometabolic complications Multi organ disease New translational breakthroughs Speakers Keynote speakers James F Martin Texas Heart Institute USA Alessandra Moretti Technical University of Munich Germany Speakers Gianluigi Condorelli Humanitas University Italy Harsha Devalla Amsterdam UMC The Netherlands Stefanie Dimmeler Goethe University Germany Roger Foo National University of Singapore Singapore James Hudson QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Australia Dan Huh University of Pennsylvania USA Joanna Kalucka Aarhus University Denmark Rafael Kramann RWTH Aachen University Germany Michela Noseda Imperial College London UK Milica Radisic University of Toronto Canada Julio Saez Rodriguez EMBL EBI Hinxton UK Judith Sluimer Maastricht University Medical Center The Netherlands Miguel Torres Spanish National Centre for Cardiovascular Research Spain Eldad Tzahor Weizmann Institute of Science Israel Florian Anton Weinberger Spanish National Centre for Cardiovascular Research Spain Karina Yaniv Weizmann Institute of Science Israel Wolfram Hubertus Zimmerman Pharmacology and Toxicology University Medical Center G ttingen Germany Scientific organisers Johannes Backs Heidelberg University Germany Roger Foo National University of Singapore Singapore Kristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain Sara S Nunes de Vasconcelos University of Toronto Canada Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLCardioBiology and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 2 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Monday 16 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session12 00 14 00Registration and light refreshments14 00 14 15Opening remarks14 15 18 15Session 1 Modeling the cardiovascular system14 15 14 45Pacemaking the heartHarsha Devalla Amsterdam UMC The Netherlands14 45 15 00Selected short talk 115 00 15 15Selected short talk 215 15 15 45Heart on a chip disease modelsMilica Radisic University of Toronto Canada15 45 16 15Coffee break and meet the speakers16 15 16 45CardioLigand Atlas Mapping the functional and transcriptional landscape of heart signallingJames Hudson QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute Australia16 45 17 00Selected short talk 317 00 17 15Selected short talk 417 15 18 15Keynote lecture Cardiogenesis as a blueprint for heart repairAlessandra Moretti Technical University of Munich Germany18 15 19 45Dinner in canteen19 45 21 15After dinner drinks in ATC Rooftop lounge Day 2 Tuesday 17 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin Sesssion09 00 13 15Session 2 Cardiovascular regeneration09 00 09 30Unraveling cardiac repair mechanismsEldad Tzahor Weizmann Institute of Science Israel09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee break and meet the speakers10 30 11 00Cardiac repair mechanisms insights from opto and chemogenetic approachesFlorian Anton Weinberger Spanish National Centre for Cardiovascular Research Spain11 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 45Patches for heart regenerationWolfram Hubertus Zimmerman University Medical Center G ttingen Germany11 45 13 15Lunch and meet the editors13 15 15 45Session 3 Metabolic control of cardiovascular function13 15 13 45Epigenetic mechanisms regulating myocardial functionGianluigi Condorelli Humanitas University Italy13 45 14 00Selected short talk 814 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 45Coffee break and meet the speakers14 45 15 15Arterial fibroblast fate and function in vascular diseaseJudith Sluimer Maastricht University Medical Center The Netherlands15 15 15 45Flash talk session 115 45 17 45Poster Session 1 odd numbers 17 45 19 15Dinner in canteen19 15 20 45After dinner drinks in ATC Rooftop lounge Day 3 Wednesday 18 February 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 30 14 30Session 4 Cardiovascular communication I09 00 09 30Deciphering cardiac cell cell communication in health and diseaseMichela Noseda Imperial College London United Kingdom09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1009 45 10 00Selected short talk 1110 00 10 30Regulation of cardiomyocyte maturation and cardiac regenerationMiguel Torres Spanish National Centre for Cardiovascular Research Spain10 30 11 00Coffee break and meet the speakers11 00 11 30Endothelial inflammation consequences for cellular metabolismJoanna Kalucka Aarhus University Denmark11 30 11 45Selected short talk 1211 45 12 00Selected short talk 1312 00 13 30Lunch12 30 13 15Career workshop Close the gap between academia and clinical application13 30 14 00Microengineered models of vascularized human tissuesDan Huh University of Pennsylvania USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1414 15 14 30Selected short talk 1514 30 15 00Flash talk session 215 00 17 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 17 00Free evening Day 4 Thursday 19 February 20266 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 16 45Session 5 Cardiovascular communication II09 00 09 30Heart kidney crosstalkRafael Kramann RWTH Aachen University Germany09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1609 45 10 00Selected short talk 1710 00 10 30Vascular development and its impact on cardiac functionKarina Yaniv Weizmann Institute of Science Israel10 30 11 00Coffee break and meet the speakers11 00 11 30Clonal hematopoiesis in cardiovascular communicationsStefanie Dimmeler Goethe University Germany11 30 11 45Selected short talk 1811 45 12 00Selected short talk 1912 00 12 15Selected short talk 2012 15 13 45Lunch13 00 13 45Career workshop Close the gap between academia and clinical application13 45 14 15Knowledge based machine learning to extract disease mechanisms from spatial multi omicsJulio Saez Rodriguez EMBL EBI Hinxton United Kingdom14 15 14 30Selected short talk 2114 30 14 45Selected short talk 2214 45 15 15Coffee break and meet the speakers15 15 15 45Epigenetics of cardiometabolic diseaseRoger Foo National University of Singapore Singapore15 45 16 45Keynote lecture From regenerative biology to clinical applicationJames F Martin Texas Heart Institute USA16 45 17 00Closing remarks and poster prize announcements17 00 19 00Conference dinner in the canteen19 00 22 00Party Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees Your registration for the on site event includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 450On site PhD Student 350On site Industry 770On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend onsite at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in Meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Virtual registration fees Your virtual registration for the event includes Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 200Virtual PhD Student 150Virtual Industry 275 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Catherine Casas Saavedra for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis Your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks 21 days after the abstract submission deadline For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation and visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows Up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from within Europe Up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or childcare facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers In order to apply for this grant you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a summary report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As changes in our events are possible it is recommended that you book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 18 January 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code NCB26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel ibis HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel MonptiClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel Bayrischer Hof Click here to contact the hotel directlyInterCity Hotel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumClick here to contact the hotel directlyB B HotelClick here to contact the hotel directlyISG Hotel Click here to contact the hotel directlyStaycity Aparthotel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelClick here to contact the hotel directlyLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel Holl nder Hof Click here to contact the hotel directlyHilton HeidelbergMeininger Heidelberg Click here to contact the hotel directly for this hotel please use code EMBL2026 Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directly Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses These buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage opposite main train station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche bus stop Hans B ckler Str 22l Bus stop ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that some bus stops may not be used for this event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or at someone the registration desk Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your electronic devices In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your printouts at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia Kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of human mortality, and despite an active research community many of the underlying mechanisms are unknown. Open questions surround molecular triggers, the relationship of GxE, impact of epigenetics, the role of sex, inflammation and microbiome, as well as metabolism and multi-organ links in cardiovascular disease. New molecular and engineering approaches are revolutionising cardiovascular discovery research, for instance in vivo and human cell-based 2D and 3D disease modeling. These developments led to the inaugural “The new cardiobiology” meeting at EMBL in 2024. For this year’s edition, we will focus on developments in vascular engineering,...

24 February - 27 February 2026

Collectivity in living systems: emergence, function, and evolution

Tomás Alarcón, Bernat Corominas-Murtra, Jordi van Gestel, Nicoletta Petridou, Allyson Sgro

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kitAbout Overview Symposium overview Many of life s most fascinating phenomena emerge from interactions among its building blocks The initiation of a heartbeat the formation of bird flocks or the appearance of several pathologies can be explained with surprising accuracy through simple and universal principles arising from the interactions of the microscopic constituents of the system Understanding how collective behaviour propagates across levels in biological systems from cells tissues organs organisms to animal groups becomes in consequence a key and pressing issue lying at the core of the understanding of living systems This symposium aims to cover the common principles underlying the emergence of collective properties across biological systems We will focus on the traits entailed by collective behaviour including coordination cooperation emergence interaction and decision making We will discuss those traits in a plethora of biological systems from bacterial biofilms cytoskeletal elements cell migration tissue and organ formation disease models animal behaviour and evolution both at the theoretical and empirical level Session topics Theory of collective emergence Pattern formation Evolution of collectivity Information processing Multicellular development Collective cell migration Microbial collectives Animal collectives Speakers Keynote speakers Iain D Couzin Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Germany Prisca Liberali Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland Speakers Daniel Amor cole Normale Sup rieure France Pawel Burkhardt University of Bergen Norway Helen Byrne University of Oxford UK Elena Casacuberta CSIC Universitat Pompeu Fabra Spain Serena Ding Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Germany Deborah Gordon Stanford University USA Isabella Graf EMBL Heidelberg Germany Oleg Igoshin Rice University USA Susanna Manrubia Spanish National Centre for Biotechnology CSIC Spain Ant nia Monteiro National University of Singapore Singapore Alan Rodrigues The Rockefeller University USA Julia Schwartzman University of Southern California USA Tatsuo Shibata RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research Japan Ricard Sol Universitat Pompeu Fabra Spain Gurol Suel University of California San Diego USA Ga per Tka ik IST Austria Austria Scientific organisers Tom s Alarc n Centre de Recerca Matem tica CRM Barcelona Spain Bernat Corominas Murtra University of Graz Austria Jordi van Gestel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nicoletta Petridou EMBL Heidelberg Germany Allyson Sgro HHMI USA Conference organisers Karo Wolkersdorfer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EESCollectivity and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The bus schedule for the shuttle bus will also be available here in due time Day 1 Tuesday 24 February 2026 TimeDescription12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 14 45Keynote 1Prisca Liberali Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland14 45 18 30Session 114 45 15 30Ricard Sole15 30 15 45Selected short talk 115 45 16 00Selected short talk 216 00 16 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 30 17 00Susanna Manrubia17 00 17 15Selected short talk 317 15 17 30Selected short talk 417 30 18 30Networking18 30 20 00Dinner in Canteen20 00 21 30Evening program tba Day 2 Wednesday 25 February 2026 09 00 12 00Session 209 00 09 30Ga per Tka ik09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Nematode collective behaviour at mesoscaleSerena Ding Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Germany11 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 45Antonia Monteiro11 45 12 00Selected short talk 812 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 313 30 14 00Proximity to critical and bifurcation points for biological function and robustnessIsabella Graf EMBL Heidelberg Germany14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30tba15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers Free evening Day 3 Thursday 26 February 2026 09 00 12 00Session 409 00 09 30Gurol Suel virtual 09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Epigenetics beyond the cell how cell collectives organize fate and form during morphogenesisAlan Rodrigues The Rockefeller University USA11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 45The ecology of collective behaviorDeborah Gordon Stanford University USA11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 13 30Lunch13 30 16 30Session 513 30 14 00Form and function of marine bacterial collectivesJulia Schwartzman University of Southern California USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Collective chiral behaviors of multicellular systemsTatsuo Shibata RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research Japan15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 15Helen Byrne16 15 16 30Selected short talk 2016 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Conference dinner in the canteen20 30 00 00Party Day 4 Friday 27 February 2026 09 00 13 00Session 609 00 09 30Designing microbial communities for desired metabolisms and functionsDaniel R Amor cole Normale Sup rieure France09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2109 45 10 15From the unicellular to multicellular transition studying the individual and the collective behaviourElena Casacuberta CSIC Universitat Pompeu Fabra Spain10 15 10 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 45 11 15Electrical signaling and coordinated behavior in the closest relative of animalsPawel Burkhardt University of Bergen Norway11 15 11 30Selected short talk 2211 30 12 30Keynote 2Iain D Couzin Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior Germany12 30 12 45Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements13 00Packed lunch and departureShuttle bus from EMBL to Frankfurt airport tickets will be available for purchase on site Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Meals and coffee breaks Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Karo Wolkersdorfer for more information Please note that we do not offer complimentary registrations for editors of scientific journals Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis Your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact Karo Wolkersdorfer for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Please state your First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and email address Abstract body The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 2 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers In order to apply for this grant you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of all financial assistance during the abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As further changes in our events are possible you should book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 26 January 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code EES26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageHotel ibis HeidelbergHotel MonptiHotel Bayrischer Hof InterCity Hotel HeidelbergPremier Inn Heidelberg CityB B HotelISG Hotel Staycity Aparthotel HeidelbergThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreSteffi s Hostel HeidelbergHilton HeidelbergMeininger HeidelbergHotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergHotel Holl nder Hof Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings Bus stops for this conference and departure times will be available closer to the date View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access to the 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suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90 About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kitAbout Overview Symposium overview Many of life’s most fascinating phenomena emerge from interactions among its building blocks. The initiation of a heartbeat, the formation of bird flocks or the appearance of several pathologies can be explained with surprising accuracy through simple and universal principles arising from the interactions of the microscopic constituents of the system. Understanding how collective behaviour propagates across levels in biological systems – from cells, tissues, organs, organisms to animal groups – becomes, in consequence, a key and pressing issue lying at the core of the understanding of living systems. This symposium aims to cover the common principles underlying the emergence of collective properties across biological systems. We will focus on the traits entailed by collective...

2 March - 6 March 2026

Introduction to multi-omics data integration and visualisation

Meredith Willmott

Description With the increase in the volume of data across the whole spectrum of biology more opportunities as well as challenges have been created to identify novel perspectives and answer questions in life sciences This may also include public domain data which can provide added value to data derived through the researcher s own work and inform experimental design This introductory course will highlight the challenges that researchers face in integrating multi omics data sets using biological examples The course will focus on the use of public data resources and open access tools for enabling integrated working with an emphasis on data visualisation This course will not include systems biology modelling or machine learning A major element of this course is a group project where participants will be placed in small groups to work together on a challenge set by trainers from EMBL EBI data resource and research teams This allows participants to explore the bioinformatics tools and resources introduced in the course and to apply these to a set problem providing hands on experience of relevance to their own research The group work will culminate in a presentation session involving all participants on the final day of the course allowing wider discussion on the benefits and challenges of integrating data Curious about what the group projects look like Explore the ones created during the last run of this course for inspiration Group projects 2025... With the increase in the volume of data across the whole spectrum of biology, more opportunities, as well as challenges, have been created to identify novel perspectives and answer questions in life sciences. This may also include public domain data, which can provide added value to data derived through the researcher’s own work and inform experimental design. This introductory course will highlight the challenges that researchers face in integrating multi-omics data sets using biological examples. The course will focus on the use of public data resources and open access tools for enabling integrated working, with an emphasis on data visualisation. This course will not include systems biology modelling or machine learning.A major element of this course is a group project, where participants will be placed in small groups to work together on a challenge set by trainers from EMBL-EBI...

2 March - 6 March 2026

Spatial gene expression at species agnostic level

Vladimir Benes, Monika Dabrowska, Dirk Jürgensen

Description OverviewSpeakers trainers and staffPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This interactive course will introduce participants to a new generation of a spatially resolved transcriptomics assay provided by 10x Genomics Objectives The Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression Solution uses probes targeting the whole transcriptome for intact tissue sections in morphological context offering a previously inaccessible view of tissue biology These two complementary methods to study tissue come together on Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression slides Through practical work in the lab and theoretical sessions the participants will learn the entire workflow of sample preparation of fresh frozen tissue samples fixation and sequencing library preparation Utilising the 10x Genomics Loupe Browser pipeline the participants will also have hands on training in spatial transcriptomics data analysis Audience This is an interdisciplinary course designed for molecular biologists as well as researchers more familiar with morphology analysis by brightfield and fluorescence microscopy who are seeking to introduce the 10x Genomics Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression application into their labs research Modules resources Overview of 10x Genomics Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression technology Focusing on fresh frozen samples with Hematoxylin and Eosin H E staining Alternative staining by immunofluorescence and usage of FFPE samples as starting material Pre recorded application lectures on spatial transcriptomics Theoretical aspects of cryosectioning and brightfield and fluorescence microscopy Visium Spatial Gene Expression data analysis using Loupe Browser license free 1 on 1 project consultation with application specialist optional service offered at the discretion of the individual participant Learning outcomes After this course you will be able to Appreciate the importance of spatially resolved transcriptomics data Realise the significance of properly prepared tissue sections by cryosectioning Understand the requirements for brightfield and fluorescent tissue slide imaging Analyse and interpret data output using Loupe Browser What past participants say about the course Gene expression at spatial resolution workshop was amazing Thanks to the organizing team and all the trainers I could practice each step from sectioning to data analysis Also meeting with other participants with varying backgrounds and the expert lecturers was a great opportunity Mustafa Beter University of Eastern Finland Finland This course provided a week of hands on practical training on 10X Visium complemented by scientific talks and discussions Not only was I introduced to the workflow of the technique but I also received advice tailored to my specific research question and tissue type Rounded off with a thorough step by step guide on data analysis I now feel confident to start my experiments soon Lisa Mayrginther Maastricht University The Netherlands Speakers trainers and staff Ahmad Al Alwash TRON Mainz Germany Linda Decker EMBL Heidelberg Germany Mireia Osuna Lopez EMBL Heidelberg Germany Kristy Ou EMBL Heidelberg Germany Valeriy Pak EMBL Heidelberg Germany Sinem Saka EMBL Heidelberg Germany Scientific organisers Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany Monika Dabrowska 10x Genomics United Kingdom Dirk J rgensen 10x Genomics Germany Course organisers Sophie Dutzi EMBL Heidelberg Germany Irena Provaznikova EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLSpatialOmics and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings and protocol reading with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Monday 2 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 45 09 00RegistrationFlex LabsA B09 00 09 30Welcome and house notes and course overviewFlex LabsA B09 30 10 30Flashtalks by participantsFlex LabsA B10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 12 00Lecture 1 Introduction to the Visium Spatial Gene Expression WorkflowFlex LabsA B12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 15 30Practical session 1 Sample fixation staining and probe hybridizationTraining Lab A B15 30 16 00Coffee break16 00 18 00CryoStat demo session ALMF tour and imagingDB unit ALMF18 00 19 00Lecture 2 Imaging good practicesFlex LabsA B19 00 20 00DinnerEMBL Canteen Day 2 Tuesday 3 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation09 00 09 05Overview of the dayTraining Lab B09 05 10 05Practical session 2 Post hybridzation wash and probe ligationTraining Lab B10 05 11 05Lecture 3 A DNA toolbox for spatial biologyFlex LabsA B11 05 12 05Practical session 3 Post ligation washTraining Lab B12 05 13 05LunchEMBL Canteen13 05 17 05Practical session 4 Cytassist sessionTraining Lab B17 05 17 35Practical session 5 Probe extensionTraining Lab B17 35 18 35Lecture 4 Rubbish in equals rubbish out the importance of sample qualityFlex LabsA B18 35 19 35DinnerEMBL Canteen Day 3 Wednesday 4 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation09 00 09 05Overview of the dayTraining Lab B09 05 10 35Practical session 6 Probe elution and pre amplificationTraining Lab B10 35 10 50Coffee break10 50 11 50Practical session 7 SPRI beads clean upTraining Lab B11 50 12 50LunchEMBL Canteen12 50 13 50Lecture 5 to be confirmedFlex LabsA B13 50 14 05Coffee break14 05 15 05Practical session 8 qPCR cycle number determinationTraining Lab B15 05 16 05Lecture 6 to be confirmedFlex LabsA B16 05 Free evening Day 4 Thursday 5 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation09 00 09 20Lecture 7 qPCR results explainedFlex LabsA B09 20 10 00Practical session 9 Index PCRTraining Lab B10 00 10 30Coffee break10 30 11 45Practical session 10 Final clean up and QCTraining Lab B11 45 12 30LunchEMBL Canteen12 30 13 30Lecture 8 NGS an end point or a new beginning Flex LabsA B13 30 13 50Lecture 9 Bioanalyzer results explainedFlex LabsA B13 50 15 50CryoStat demo session IC tour and imagingDB ALMF IC15 50 16 05Coffee break16 05 17 30Lecture 10 and demo Loop Browser and Space rangerFlex LabsA B17 30 18 00Departure downtown18 00 19 30Free time downtown19 30 22 00Course dinner Day 5 Friday 6 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation09 00 10 30Practical session data analysisComputer Training Lab10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 12 00Practical session data analysisComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 00Lecture 11 to be confirmedFlex LabsA B14 00 14 30Course wrap upFlex LabsA B14 30Departure Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 16 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for this course includes Admission to the event Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses Academia 740PhD Student 740Industry 1250 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the course please inform your course contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted motivation letter will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Submitting a motivation letter Submitting a motivation letter After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application You can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection A selection process will take place with the results announced by email to all applicants submitters We aim to announce 3 weeks 21 days after the abstract submission deadline but delays may occur Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the registration fee A mix of single and twin rooms have been reserved for 5 nights from Sunday 1 March to Friday 6 March at the ISG hotel Single rooms are limited and will be available on a first come first served basis After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with a booking code SPA26 01 by the deadline of Monday 2 February 2026 We recommend that all course participants stay at the dedicated hotel for the course Local transportation Course shuttle buses Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here You may also walk from the ISG Hotel to EMBL takes up to 30 minutes Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Technical requirements and event software Event software The EMBL eCampus learning platform will be used to collaborate communicate and network with all of the course participants All participants will receive information on how to join shortly before the course We recommend using Chrome Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers for eCampus Zoom will be used for the live talks and Q A sessions More information will be provided closer to the start of the course Other information While using the software during the course please make sure you have nothing else using your bandwidth We recommend using a wired connection Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs and terms and conditions on our Information for Participants page Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakers, trainers and staffPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This interactive course will introduce participants to a new generation of a spatially resolved transcriptomics assay provided by 10x Genomics. Objectives The Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression Solution uses probes targeting the whole transcriptome for intact tissue sections in morphological context, offering a previously inaccessible view of tissue biology. These two complementary methods to study tissue come together on Visium Cytassist Spatial Gene Expression slides. Through practical work in the lab and theoretical sessions, the participants will learn the entire workflow of sample preparation of fresh-frozen tissue samples, fixation and sequencing library preparation. Utilising the 10x Genomics Loupe Browser pipeline, the participants will also have hands-on...

9 March - 13 March 2026

Protein quality control for downstream processes

Karine Lapouge, Bertrand Raynal, Kim Remans

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Purified proteins are used in various types of scientific experiments and fields For example in structural biology insights into the functional mechanisms can be obtained by elucidating the 3D molecular structure of proteins and protein complexes using technologies such as X ray crystallography cryo EM and NMR In order for these experiments to produce reliable and biologically relevant results they must be performed using high quality proteins that are active properly folded in the right oligomeric state and contain correctly inserted co factors Ensuring that these parameters are fulfilled requires quality control In this course we want to help the participants to become acquainted with the concept of protein quality control and provide them with an overview of the specific protein requirements for various downstream applications Different techniques that can be applied for this purpose will be introduced and participants will have the opportunity to get hands on experience with these technologies Audience This course is aimed at life science researchers of all levels who are using or plan to use purified proteins in their wet lab experiments After this course participants should be familiar with the biochemical and biophysical techniques that can be applied to ensure that they are working with high quality protein samples suitable for the planned downstream experiments Modules resources Basic Information Protein expression and purification process Protein concentration Buffer conditions pH ionic strength buffer components Purity and intactness SDS PAGE right size no degradation UV VIS spectrum nucleic acid contaminations Mass spectrometry expected molecular weight and amino acid sequence Homogeneity polydispersity SEC SEC MALS oligomeric state no aggregates molar mass DLS presence of aggregates Mass photometry oligomeric state molar mass Flow Induced Dispersion Analysis presence of aggregates Folding state and conformational stability Circular dichroism secondary structure influence of buffer conditions and or ligands Nano DSF thermofluor optimal buffer conditions thermal stability Activity Enzymatic assays functionality Interaction studies ITC MST Flow Induced Dispersion Analysis affinity for binding partners Learning outcomes During the course specialists from both academia and industry will work closely together to introduce technologies frequently used in protein quality control Some of these methodologies can be utilised both to assess protein quality and as standalone biophysical characterisation techniques Our main goals are Teach the participants how to perform proper protein quality control checks Introduce the participants to various biophysical techniques used for protein characterization such as SEC MALS DLS SLS mass photometry DSF flow induced dispersion analysis and spectroscopy Show participants how to characterize protein interactions using ITC and flow induced dispersion analysis When possible allow participants to apply these technologies to characterise their own protein samples in the practicals Overall increase the success rate reliability and reproducibility of downstream experiments in which purified proteins are used Pre requisites technical requirements for joining the course Participants are highly encouraged to bring their own sample s for protein quality control and biophysical characterization experiments during the practical sessions This will provide an opportunity to directly apply the course content to their own research However bringing samples is not mandatory for course registration Participants without samples are equally welcome and will still gain the full benefit of the training provided What past participants say about the course This advanced course was my first live experience at the EMBL and it was superb It was packed with great lectures state of the art technology fruitful discussions and beautiful people The course was also a great opportunity to meet new people and expand your network Highly recommend and I will definitely attend the next event Klemen Mezgec National Institute of Chemistry Ljubljana Slovenia Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Amit Meir Ben Efraim University of Glasgow UK Markus Epe Appled PhotoPhysics Germany David Haak FidaBio Germany Hasse Hedeby FidaBio Danmark Sebastian Joecks Refeyn Germany Karine Lapouge EMBL Heidelberg Germany Kelvin Lau EPFL Switzerland Andr Matagne Universit de Li ge Belgium Bertrand Raynal Institut Pasteur France Kim Remans EMBL Heidelberg Germany Mandy Rettel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Agatha Rosenthal Malvern Pananalytical UK Kritika Sahni Ray FidaBio Denmark Jan Schaeferkordt Refeyn Germany Christian Sieg Waters Wyatt Germany Peter Spies FidaBio Denmark Bernd Tartsch Malvern PanAnlytical Germany Aurelien Urbes Waters Wyatt Germany Anne Zemella Fraunhofer IZI BB Germany Scientific organisers Karine Lapouge EMBL Heidelberg Germany Kim Remans EMBL Heidelberg Germany Bertrand Raynal Institut Pasteur France Course organisers Luc a Rodriguez Minutta Course and Conference Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Michelle Steinhauer Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLProteinQC and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Day 1 Monday 09 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation14 00 14 15Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel14 30 15 00Welcome house notes course overviewKarine Lapouge EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B15 00 15 45Lecture 1 part 1 An overview of protein expression and purification methods for obtaining high quality protein samplesKim Remans EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B15 45 16 15Coffee Break Courtyard Room A B16 15 17 05Flash Talks round 1 10 students Courtyard Room A B17 05 17 55Lecture 2 Assessing and improving protein sample qualityBetrand Raynal Institut Pasteur FranceCourtyard Room A B17 55 18 10Coffee BreakCourtyard Room A B18 10 19 00Flash Talks round 2 10 students Courtyard Room A B19 00 20 30DinnerATC Rooftop bar Day 2 Tuesday 10 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 30 08 45Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 10 10 00Lecture 1 part 2 An overview of protein expression and purification methods for obtaining high quality protein samplesKim Remans EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B10 00 10 30Applied PhotoPhysics introductionCourtyard Room A B10 30 11 00FidaBio introductionCourtyard Room A B11 00 11 15Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B11 15 11 45Malvern introductionCourtyard Room A B11 45 12 15Refeyn introductionCourtyard Room A B12 15 12 45Wyatt Waters introductionCourtyard Room A B12 45 13 45LunchEMBL Canteen13 45 14 45Lecture 3 Mass spectrometry methods used in protein characterisation and quality controlMandy Rettel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B14 45 15 00Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B15 00 18 30Practical session 1Training Lab A B18 30 20 00DinnerTo be confirmed20 00 20 30Bus from EMBL to HotelEMBL bus stop Day 3 Wednesday 11 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 30 08 45Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B12 40 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 14 45Lecture 4 Spectroscopy Methods for Protein Quality ControlAndre Matagne University of Liege BelgiumCourtyard Room A B14 45 15 15Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B15 15 18 45Practical session 3Training Lab A B15 00 15 30Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B18 45 20 00DinnerTo be confirmed 20 00 20 15Bus from EMBL to HotelEMBL bus stop Day 4 Thursday 12 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 30 08 45Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B9 10 12 40Practical session 4Training Lab A B12 40 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 14 30Lecture 5 Membrane proteinsAmit Meir Ben Efraim University of Glasgow UKCourtyard Room A B14 30 15 20Lecture 6 To be confirmedKelvin Lau EPFL Lausanne SwitzerlandCourtyard Room A B15 20 15 40Coffee BreakCourtyard Room A B15 40 16 30Lecture 7 Cell freeAnne Zemella Fraunhofer IZI BB GermanyCourtyard Room A B16 30 17 00PEPCF tour groups 1 and 2Data collection groups 3 and 4PEPCF EMBLTraining Lab A B17 00 17 30PEPCF tour groups 3 and 4Data collection groups 1 and 2PEPCF EMBLTraining Lab A B17 30 18 00Bus from EMBL to Heidelberg downtownEMBL bus stop18 00 19 00Free time at Heidelberg downtown19 00 21 00Dinner downtownTo beconfirmed21 00 21 30Available bus to ISG Hotel Day 5 Friday 13 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 30 08 45Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel09 00 09 10Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B9 10 12 00Preparation of student presentationsCourtyard Room A B12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 00Discussion group 1Courtyard Room A B14 00 15 00Discussion group 2Courtyard Room A B15 00 15 30Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B15 30 16 30Discussion group 3Courtyard Room A B16 30 17 30Discussion group 4Courtyard Room A B17 30 18 00Feed back and closing remarksCourtyard Room A B Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 20 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for this course includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract if applicable Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses Academia 740PhD Student 740Industry 1250 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no 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000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers during the participant selection process for courses Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the registration fee A mix of single and twin rooms have been reserved for x nights from XXX to YYY at the ISG hotel Single rooms are limited and will be available on a first come first served basis After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with a booking code code of your course e g PQC26 01 by the deadline of We recommend that all course participants stay at the dedicated hotel for the course Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transport Course shuttle buses Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here You may also walk from the ISG Hotel to EMBL takes up to 30 minutes Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the laboratories Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room 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On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making 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OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Purified proteins are used in various types of scientific experiments and fields. For example, in structural biology, insights into the functional mechanisms can be obtained by elucidating the 3D molecular structure of proteins and protein complexes using technologies such as X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM and NMR. In order for these experiments to produce reliable and biologically relevant results, they must be performed using high-quality proteins that are active, properly folded, in the right oligomeric state and contain correctly inserted co-factors. Ensuring that these parameters are fulfilled requires quality control. In this course, we want to help the participants to become acquainted with the concept of protein quality control and provide them with an overview of the specific protein...

10 March - 13 March 2026

AI and biology

Mohammed AlQuraishi, Wolfgang Huber, Anna Kreshuk, Mor Nitzan

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview Symposium overview Artificial intelligence AI is transforming virtually all areas of science and the life sciences are no exception Following the success of the inaugural 2024 meeting which brought together an engaged community of researchers both in person and online the 2026 edition marks the second installment of this growing scientific gathering AI based methods are pushing the limits of what is possible in experimental design data analysis simulation and modelling The aim of this symposium is to catalyse synergistic interactions between AI researchers in different subfields of biology and biomedicine by exploring shared theoretical approaches cross domain experiments foundation models and data integration as well as shared topics in dissemination of tools agent based workflows and collaboration with experimental labs Furthermore we will look into the future and discuss how the concerted actions of AI and life science communities can enable both fields to exploit the full potential of the ongoing data deluge and find new application areas ripe for disruption by AI AI based analytics is subject to active research in at least three major application areas sequencing imaging and structural biology While all three domains are experiencing very fast growth the developments are largely happening independently The aim of our symposium is to convene these communities to discuss topics of mutual interest to make progress including on the theoretical methodological side and on the more strategic issues of identifying the next areas of high potential Session topics Foundation models for biology Cross domain cross modality learning Explainable AI and mechanistic interpretability From algorithms to biology Generative modeling Emerging topics What past participants say about the Symposium EMBL conferences are the perfect mix of interesting science stimulating discussions and friendly networking In no small part this is made possible by the streamlined organisation that EMBL staff provide Sebastian Lobentanzer Institute for Computational Biomedicine Heidelberg University Hospital Germany The conference provided a comprehensive platform to explore the latest advancements innovative research and emerging trends at the intersection of artificial intelligence and biology The diverse range of presentations insightful discussions and networking opportunities fostered collaboration and inspired new ideas Qian Cheng Nature Communications Springer Nature UK Speakers Minkyung Baek Seoul National University South Korea Anne Florence Bitbol EPFL Switzerland Maria Brbic EPFL Switzerland Charlotte Bunne EPFL Switzerland Jan Funke HHMI Janelia Research Campus USA Jakob Kather Technical University Dresden Germany Leeat Keren Weizmann Institute of Science Israel Peter Koo Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA Faisal Mahmood Faisal Mahmood Harvard Medical School USA Madhav Mani Northwestern University USA Frank No Microsoft Research Germany Dana Pe er Sloan Kettering Institute USA Barak Raveh The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel Oliver Stegle EMBL Heidelberg Germany Martin Steinegger Seoul National University South Korea Vincenzo Vitelli University of Chicago USA Eric Xing Carnegie Mellon University USA Marinka Zitnik Harvard University USA Scientific organisers Mohammed AlQuraishi Columbia University USA Wolfgang Huber EMBL Heidelberg Germany Anna Kreshuk EMBL Heidelberg Germany Mor Nitzan The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel Programme Are you on social media Post using EESAIBio and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 10 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 17 15Session 113 45 14 15Title to be confirmedOliver Stegle EMBL Heidelberg Germany14 15 14 30Selected short talk 114 30 14 45Selected short talk 214 45 15 15Toward self improving genomic foundation models via causal refinementPeter Koo Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA15 15 15 30Selected short talk 315 30 15 45Selected short talk 415 45 16 15Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 15 16 45Title to be confirmedMaria Brbic EPFL Switzerland16 45 17 00Selected short talk 517 00 17 15Selected short talk 617 15 18 15Poster sneak peek and Bingo18 15 19 45Dinner in Canteen19 45 21 15After dinner drinks in ATC Rooftop lounge or Foyer Day 2 Wednesday 11 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 209 00 09 30Title to be confirmedJakob Kather Technical University Dresden Germany09 30 09 45Selected short talk 709 45 10 00Selected short talk 810 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Title to be confirmedFaisal Mahmood Harvard Medical School USA11 00 11 15Selected short talk 911 15 11 45Title to be confirmedDana Pe er Sloan Kettering Institute USA11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1012 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 313 30 14 00Title to be confirmedJan Funke HHMI Janelia Research Campus USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1114 15 14 30Selected short talk 1214 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Title to be confirmedLeeat Keren Weizmann Institute of Science Israel15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1315 45 16 00Selected short talk 1416 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 00 19 30Dinner in EMBL Canteen19 30 21 00After dinner drinks Day 3 Thursday 12 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 13 30Session 409 00 09 30Title to be confirmedVincenzo Vitelli University of Chicago USA09 30 10 00Virtual patient labs AI driven simulation and diagnostics for precision oncologyCharlotte Bunne EPFL Switzerland10 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Title to be confirmedMadhav Mani Northwestern University USA11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 45Bayesian metamodeling of complex biological systems across varying representationsBarak Raveh The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 13 30Lunch13 30 16 15Session 513 30 14 00Title to be confirmedEric Xing Carnegie Mellon University Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 15Selected short talk 1915 15 15 30Selected short talk 2015 30 15 45Selected short talk 2115 45 16 15Title to be confirmedMarinka Zitnik Harvard University USA16 15 16 30Selected short talk 2216 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Conference dinner in the canteen20 30 00 00Party Day 4 Friday 13 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 30Session 609 00 09 30Title to be confirmedMinkyung Baek Seoul National University South Korea09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2309 45 10 15Exploring the protein universe via highly accurate structural predictionsMartin Steinegger Seoul National University South Korea10 15 10 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 45 11 15Title to be confirmedAnne Florence Bitbol EPFL Switzerland11 15 11 30Panel discussion11 30 12 00Title to be confirmedFrank No Microsoft Research Germany12 00 12 15Selected short talk 2412 15 12 30Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 30Packed lunch and departure13 00Airport shuttle13 15Conference shuttle downtown Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend onsite at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in Meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Luana Ribeiro to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Luana Ribeiro for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact Luana Ribeiro for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays might occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation and visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows Up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from within Europe Up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or childcare facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a summary report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As changes in our events are possible it is recommended that you book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 10 February 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code EES26 02 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel ibis HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel MonptiClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel Bayrischer Hof Click to contact the hotel directlyInterCity Hotel HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumClick to contact the hotel directlyB B HotelClick to contact the hotel directlyISG Hotel Click to contact the hotel directlyStaycity Aparthotel HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelClick to contact the hotel directlyLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreClick to contact the hotel directlySteffi s Hostel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyHilton HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyMeininger Heidelberg Click to contact the hotel directly use code EMBL2026 Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel Holl nder Hof Click to contact the hotel directly Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses These buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage opposite main train station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche bus stop Hilton Hotel Kurf rsten Anlage 1 ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that some bus stops may not be used for this event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or at someone the registration desk Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your electronic devices In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your printouts at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC registration desk room 10 205 Dial the emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8 km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you need a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information how to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the conference platform with anyone Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event unless the speaker specifically says otherwise Be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal BME Horizon a Science Exploration Press journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Journal a FEBS Press journal FEBS Open Bio a FEBS Press journal International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Journal of Structural Biology an Elsevier journal Journal of Structural Biology X an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Methods and Protocols a MDPI journal Microcscopy and Analysis a Wiley journal Molecular Systems Biology an EMBO Press journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview Symposium overview Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming virtually all areas of science, and the life sciences are no exception. Following the success of the inaugural 2024 meeting – which brought together an engaged community of researchers both in person and online – the 2026 edition marks the second installment of this growing scientific gathering. AI-based methods are pushing the limits of what is possible in experimental design, data analysis, simulation, and modelling. The aim of this symposium is to catalyse synergistic interactions between AI researchers in different subfields of biology and biomedicine by exploring shared theoretical approaches, cross-domain experiments, foundation models, and data integration, as well as shared topics in dissemination of tools, agent-based workflows and...

16 March - 20 March 2026

Microscopy data analysis: machine learning and the BioImage Archive

Omotoke Labiyi

Description This virtual course will demonstrate how public bioimaging data resources centred around the BioImage Archive enable and enhance machine learning based image analysis The content will explore a variety of data types including electron and light microscopy and miscellaneous or multi modal imaging data at the cell and tissue scale Participants will cover contemporary biological image analysis with an emphasis on machine learning methods as well as how to access and use images from databases Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre recorded lectures live presentations and trainer Q A sessions Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer led computational exercises Live sessions will be delivered using Zoom with additional support and asynchronous communication via Slack Pre recorded material may be provided before the course starts that participants will need to watch read or work through to gain the most out of the actual training event In the week before the course there will be a brief induction session Computational practicals will run on EMBL EBI s virtual training infrastructure meaning participants will not require access to a powerful computer or install complex software on their own machines Participants will need to be available between the hours of 08 00 18 00 GMT each day of the course Trainers will be available to assist answer questions and provide further explanations during these times... This virtual course will demonstrate how public bioimaging data resources, centred around the BioImage Archive, enable and enhance machine learning based image analysis. The content will explore a variety of data types, including electron and light microscopy and miscellaneous or multi-modal imaging data at the cell and tissue scale. Participants will cover contemporary biological image analysis with an emphasis on machine learning methods, as well as how to access and use images from databases.Virtual courseParticipants will learn via a mix of pre-recorded lectures, live presentations, and trainer Q&A sessions. Practical experience will be developed through group activities and trainer-led computational exercises. Live sessions will be delivered using Zoom with additional support and asynchronous communication via Slack.Pre-recorded material may be provided before the course starts...

17 March - 20 March 2026

The cellular mechanics of symbiosis: sensing friend from foe

Aileen Berasategui, Thomas Richards, Hassan Salem, Flora Vincent

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Symposium overview Host microbe interactions can be positive or negative for both a host organism and its symbiotic microbes Interacting with microbes can enable eukaryotes to acquire essential functions such as metabolite synthesis or the production of defensive chemicals However such interactions are often pathogenic in nature This cross disciplinary meeting picks up where the well received first edition in 2023 left off and will bring together scientists using cellular molecular ecological physiological and theory based approaches to explore the evolution of intimate species species interactions The aim is to understand the cellular systems metabolic pathways and ecological circumstances that drive transitions in symbiotic states for example as partnerships move from pathogenesis to beneficial and back again One key theme that will be addressed is how hosts distinguish friend from foe What biological functions from protein protein interactions to whole organism behaviours allow an organism to engage in stable symbiotic interactions Conversely which functions ensure partner fidelity and specificity in symbiosis Such insights will help to understand the complexities of symbiotic function Session topics Partners in conflict immunity and pathogenesis in symbiosis What drives change in the interaction state New methods in understanding symbiosis Partners in less conflict how are symbionts harnessed for benefit Living in on and around others Shared lessons across systems commonalities in symbiosis What past participants say about the conference I am actually sad that an EMBL conference was the first in person international conference I attended during my PhD because now the bar is set so high for other conferences I applaud the organisers and EMBL for putting together such an amazing event and I look forward to attending my next EMBL conference Emma Kaszecki Trent University Canada The cellular mechanics of symbiosis was the best conference I ve attended I learned so much met so many great researchers and got a new perspective on my own work Gulnara Tagirdzhanova The Sainsbury Laboratory UK Speakers John Archibald Dalhousie University Canada Aileen Berasategui Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The Netherlands Silvia Bulgheresi University of Vienna Austria Carolyn Elya Harvard University USA Takema Fukatsu National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology AIST Japan Nicole Gerardo Emory University USA Yoshitomo Kikuchi National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology AIST Japan Vasilis Kokkoris Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The Netherlands John McCutcheon Arizona State University USA Nancy Moran University of Texas at Austin USA Eva Nowack Heinrich Heine University D sseldorf Germany Joseph Parker Caltech Center for Evolutionary Science USA Flora Vincent EMBL Heidelberg Germany Julia Vorholt ETH Zurich Switzerland Arielle Woznica The University of Texas at Austin USA Norico Yamada University of Konstanz Germany Jonathan P Zehr University of California Santa Cruz USA Scientific organisers Aileen Berasategui Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The Netherlands Thomas Richards University of Oxford UK Hassan Salem Max Planck Institute for Biology Germany Flora Vincent EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme The preliminary programme will be available here soon Are you on social media Post using EESSymbiosis and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The bus schedule for the shuttle bus will be available here Day 1 Tuesday 17 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 16 45Session 1 New methods in understanding symbiosisChair first name last name institute country13 45 14 15TbdJohn McCutcheon Arizona State University USA14 15 14 30Selected short talk 114 30 14 45Selected short talk 214 45 15 15Coffee break and Meet the speakers15 15 15 45TbdTakema Fukatsu National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology AIST Japan15 45 16 00Selected short talk 316 00 16 15Selected short talk 416 15 16 45Symbiotic capacity in bloom forming algaeFlora Vincent EMBL Heidelberg Germany16 45 18 00Speed networking18 00 19 30Dinner in EMBL Canteen19 30 21 00Pub Quiz in EMBL Canteen Day 2 Wednesday 18 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 2 Living in on and around othersChair first name last name institute country09 00 09 30Persistent infection host mirusvirus diversity and interaction in protistsJohn Archibald Dalhousie University Canada09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Cell and network dynamics in Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungiVasilis Kokkoris Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The Netherlands11 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 45TbdJoseph Parker Caltech Center for Evolutionary Science USA11 45 12 00Selected short talk 812 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 3 What drives change in interaction stateChair first name last name institute country13 30 14 00TbdAileen Berasategui Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam The Netherlands14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Cellular roommates The critical first steps of endosymbiosisJulia Vorholt ETH Zurich Switzerland15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 00Free evening18 15 19 45Optional Heidelberg Old Town tour with an English speaking tour guide Day 3 Thursday 19 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 4 Partners in less conflict how are symbionts harnessed for benefitChair first name last name institute country09 00 09 30TbdNorico Yamada University of Konstanz Germany09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00The Gut s Gatekeepers multilayered Mechanisms of microbial sorting for insect symbiosisYoshitomo Kikuchi National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology AIST Japan11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 45TbdNicole Gerardo Emory University USA11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 13 30Lunch13 30 16 30Session 5 Partners in conflict immunity and pathogenesis in symbiosisChair first name last name insitute country13 30 14 00TbdCarolyn Elya Harvard University USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30TbdSilvia Bulgheresi University of Vienna Austria15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 15TbdArielle Woznica The University of Texas at Austin USA16 15 16 30Selected short talk 2016 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Conference dinner in EMBL Canteen20 30 00 00Party with live band Day 4 Friday 20 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 30 13 00Session 6 Shared lessons across systems commonalities in symbiosisChair first name last name institute country09 30 10 00Transitioning along the spectrum from symbiont to organelle the case of the marine nitroplastJonathan P Zehr University of California Santa Cruz USA10 00 10 15Selected short talk 2110 15 10 30Selected short talk 2210 30 11 00The endosymbiont Buchnera colonizes host bacteriocytes using a secreted effector proteinNancy Moran University of Texas at Austin USA11 00 11 30Coffee break and Meet the speakers11 30 11 45Selected short talk 2311 45 12 00Selected short talk 2412 00 12 15Selected short talk 2512 15 12 45Genetic integration of bacterial endosymbionts in protist cellsEva Nowack Heinrich Heine University D sseldorf Germany12 45 13 00Closing remarks and Poster prize announcements13 00Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Jules Nohle to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Jules Nohle for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of all financial assistance during the abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 16 Feburary 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code EES26 03 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageHotel ibis HeidelbergHotel MonptiHotel Bayrischer Hof InterCity Hotel HeidelbergPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumB B HotelISG Hotel Staycity Aparthotel HeidelbergThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreSteffi s Hostel HeidelbergHilton HeidelbergMeininger HeidelbergHotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergHotel Holl nder Hof Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage Opposite Main Train Station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche Bus stop Hilton Hotel Kurf rsten Anlage 1 ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or conference platform with anyone else Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event Post unless the speaker specifically says otherwise but be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page Sponsors Event supporter Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal Biology Open a The Company of Biologists journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Letters a FEBS Press journal International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal The EMBO Journal an EMBO Press journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Symposium overview Host-microbe interactions can be positive or negative for both a host organism and its symbiotic microbes. Interacting with microbes can enable eukaryotes to acquire essential functions, such as metabolite synthesis or the production of defensive chemicals. However, such interactions are often pathogenic in nature. This cross-disciplinary meeting picks up where the well-received first edition in 2023 left off and will bring together scientists using cellular, molecular, ecological, physiological, and theory-based approaches to explore the evolution of intimate species-species interactions. The aim is to understand the cellular systems, metabolic pathways and ecological circumstances that drive...

23 March - 29 March 2026

C. elegans: from genome editing to imaging

Simon Berger, Simone Koehler, Georgia Rapti, Pavak Shah

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview C elegans is a widely used model organism in genomics cell biology neurobiology and evolution known for its fully sequenced genome completely mapped cell lineage and powerful experimental tools like advanced genetics and imaging Continuous advancements in techniques such as genome engineering and high resolution imaging further enhance its utility for various disciplines However cutting edge methods are often inaccessible even in established labs This course provides essential training for early career researchers entering these dynamic fields and specialists seeking to expand their expertise Through hands on practicals participants gain valuable experience in conducting experiments while lectures and discussions with leading faculty highlight how these technologies address key scientific questions The topics of the lectures include genome organisation cell division development tissue function physiology evolution and environmental interactions Practical sessions range from basic techniques including handling staging and maintenance to advanced and specialised techniques in genome editing sample preparation imaging and image analysis incorporating new methods like microfluidics based high throughput microscopy and analysis techniques including AI driven segmentation and spot detection This course offers a stimulating learning experience empowering researchers to fully leverage C elegans in advancing their scientific work Audience This practical course is aimed at early career scientists mostly postdocs and advanced graduate students with an interest in C elegans You are welcome to join if you have little or no prior experience in working with C elegans and want to use this model organism to advance your research but also if you are an experienced C elegans researcher who wants to expand their tool set The course will cover state of the art techniques that are or will become essential for a broad range of research topics What past participants say about the course This course is fantastic If you want to start working with C elegans this course will give youan amazing overview of what you will be able to do with this elegant worm The trainers andspeakers are extremely motivated and helpful You will be picked up at whatever level you maycurrently be and they do their best to teach the key steps of all the important techniques The other attendees were also super nice and helpful and I hope that the contacts gained from this course will develop into long lasting collaborators and friends I can absolutely recommend this course Martin Vogel TUD Dresden University of Technology Germany This course was everything I had hoped and more I have come away from it feeling like an allround better scientist with new techniques new ideas and new friends The organisers created a wonderful environment to learn and network Charlie Collingham University of Reading UK Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Simon Berger University of Zurich Switzerland Andre Brown Imperial College London UK Hannes Buelow Albert Einstein College of Medicine USA Germano Cecere Institut Pasteur France Netta Cohen University of Leeds UK Marie Dellatre CNRS D l gation Rh ne Auvergne France Zhuo Du Chinese Academy of Sciences China Julien Dumont Institut Jaques Monod France Sevinc Ercan New York University USA Remote Aafke Gros EMBL Heidelberg Germany Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg Germany Peter Meister University of Bern Switzerland Francesco Padovani Helmholtz M nchen Germany Alexandre Paix Max Planck Institute for Biology T bingen Germany Cristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg Germany Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg Germany ULB University Belgium Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USA Hari Shroff HHMI USA Esther Zanin Friedrich Alexander Universit t Germany Scientific organisers Simon Berger University of Zurich Switzerland Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg Germany Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg Germany ULB University Belgium Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USA Course organisers Ellen Malovrh Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nathalie Sneider Course and Conference Manager EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOCelegans and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings protocol reading and computational exercises with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 0 Onboarding Monday 9 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation15 30 16 30Onboarding session access to eCampus learning platform introduction on Zoom introduction to the course materials to be used and expectations from the participants overview of the tools used during the courseEMBL eCampus Day 1 Monday 23 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 50Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 50 09 00Registration09 00 09 30Health and safety briefingCourtyard Room A B09 30 12 30Optional Bootcamp A or BOption A Basic C elegans methodology maintenance propagation decontaminationTrainers Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyOption B Basic principles for image analysisTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USATraining LabComputer Training LabCourtyard Room12 30 13 30Lunch canteen open until 13 30 EMBL Canteen13 30 14 00World of molecular biology exhibitionImaging Centre14 00 14 15Welcome Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B14 15 14 45Flash talks 1 min per participant Courtyard Room A B14 45 15 15Challenges expectations for the course all participants Courtyard Room A B15 15 15 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B15 45 16 00Course overviewSimone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B16 00 16 40Introduction to useful web resources and databases for C elegans researchSimone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B16 40 17 10Introduction on responsible conduct of researchSimone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B16 40 17 00Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B17 00 17 30Lecture Evolutionary origins of unconventional DNA transmissionMarie Delattre CNRS D l gation Rh ne Auvergne FranceCourtyard Room A B17 30 17 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B17 45 19 00DinnerEMBL Canteen19 00Bus to ISG Hotel Day 2 Tuesday 24 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 50Bus to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 09 30Lecture Cellular division reproductionJulien Dumont Institut Jaques Monod FranceCourtyard Room A B09 30 09 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B09 45 10 15Lecture Molecular dynamics of cell divisionEsther Zanin Friedrich Alexander Universit t GermanyCourtyard Room A B10 15 10 30Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B10 30 11 00Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer11 00 11 15Health and safety briefing if necessary Courtyard Room A B11 15 13 00Practical session 1 Methods of genome manipulation Part 1 students rotate through 1 of 4 stations 1 45 h per station 4 students per stationStation 1 Screening RNAi mutagenesisTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 2 Dissection In situ sample preparationTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Animal embryo staging mountingTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 Design for CRISPRsTrainer Alex Paix Max Planck Institute for Biology T bingen Germanywith flexible breaksStation 1 3 Training LabsStation 4 Flex labs13 00 14 00Lunch breakEMBL Canteen14 00 14 15Group PhotoTBC14 15 18 15Practical session 1 Methods of genome manipulation Part 2 3 students rotate through 2 of 4 stations 1 45 h per station 4 students per station 30 min min break between stationStation 1 Screening RNAi mutagenesisTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 2 Dissection In situ sample preparationTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Animal embryo staging mountingTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 Design for CRISPRsTrainer Alex Paix Max Planck Institute for Biology T bingen GermanyStation 1 3 Training LabsStation 4 Flex labs18 15 19 15Dinner with guided discussion on Choosing a Postdoc and Grant writing EMBL Canteen19 15Bus to ISG Hotel Day 3 Wednesday 25 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 50Bus to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 09 30Lecture Nuclear Organization Cell FatePeter Meister University of Bern SwitzerlandCourtyard Room A B09 30 09 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B09 45 10 15Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer10 15 10 45Lecture Tracking evolution of early patterningPavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USACourtyard Room A B10 45 11 00Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B11 00 12 45Practical session 1 Methods of genome manipulation Part 4 students rotate through 1 of 4 stations 1 45 h per station 4 students per stationStation 1 Screening RNAi mutagenesisTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 2 Dissection In situ sample preparationTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Animal embryo staging mountingTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 Design for CRISPRsTrainer Alex Paix Max Planck Institute for Biology T bingen Germanywith flexible breaksStation 1 3 Training LabsStation 4 Flexs labs12 45 13 45Lunch breakEMBL Canteen13 45 16 15Practical session 2 Imaging cells and molecules Part 1 1 of 4 stations Students rotate in 4 independent stations of 2 5 h each all stations provided for 2 days 4 students per station Station 1 Live imaging and LineagingTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 2 High Resolution MicroscopyTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 InjectionTrainer Cristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg Germany Station 4 High throughput imagingTrainer Simon Berger University of Z rich Switzerlandwith flexible breaksStation 1 Training Lab ALMFStation 2 3 Simone s LabStation 4 Training Lab ALMF16 15 16 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer16 45 17 30Poster Flash Talks odd numbers 5 min presenterCourtyard Room A B17 30 18 30Poster session 1 odd numbers 60 minTBC poster session has to be close to dinner so RTL or Flex lab18 30 19 30Dinner with continued poster networking All posters TBC poster session has to be close to dinner so RTL or Flex lab19 30Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 4 Thursday 26 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 55Bus to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 09 30Lecture System biology of early embryogenesisZhuo Du Chinese Academy of Sciences ChinaCourtyard Room A B09 30 09 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B09 45 12 15Practical session 2 Imaging cells and molecules Part 2 1 of 4 stations Students rotate in 4 independent stations of 2 5 h each all stations provided for 2 days 4 students per station Station 1 Live imaging and LineagingTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 2 High Resolution MicroscopyTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 InjectionTrainer Cristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 4 High throughput imagingTrainer Simon Berger University of Z rich Switzerlandwith flexible breaksStation 1 Training Lab ALMFStation 2 3 Simone s LabStation 4 Training Lab ALMF12 15 13 15Lunch breakEMBL Canteen13 15 13 45Lecture Chromosome structure transcriptionSevinc Ercan New York University USA Remote speaker Courtyard Room A B13 45 14 00Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B14 00 16 30Practical session 2 Imaging cells and molecules Part 3 1 of 4 stations Students rotate in 4 independent stations of 2 5 h each all stations provided for 2 days 4 students per station Station 1 Live imaging and LineagingTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 2 High Resolution MicroscopyTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 InjectionTrainer Cristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 4 High throughput imagingTrainer Simon Berger University of Z richwith flexible breaksStation 1 Training Lab ALMFStation 2 3 Simone s LabStation 4 Training Lab ALMF16 30 17 00Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer17 00 17 45Poster Flash Talks even numbers 5 min presenterCourtyard Room A B17 45 18 45Poster session 2 even numbers 60 minTBC poster session has to be close to dinner so RTL or Flex lab18 45 19 45Tapas dinner with continued poster networking All posters TBC poster session has to be close to dinner so RTL or Flex lab Day 5 Friday 27 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 50Bus to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 09 30Lecture Dendrine patterning neuronal rewiringHannes Bulow Albert Einstein College of Medicine USACourtyard Room A B09 30 09 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B09 45 10 15Lecture Visualizing meiotic chromosomesSimone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B10 15 10 30Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B10 30 11 00Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer11 00 11 30Lecture Neural network maps activityNetta Cohen University of Leeds UKCourtyard Room A B11 30 11 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B11 45 12 45Lunch breakEMBL Canteen12 45 15 15Practical session 2 Imaging cells and molecules Part 4 1 of 4 stations Students rotate in 4 independent stations of 2 5 h each all stations provided for 2 days 4 students per station Station 1 Live imaging and LineagingTrainer Georgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyPavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 2 High Resolution MicroscopyTrainer Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 InjectionTrainer Cristina Pi eiro L pez EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 4 High throughput imagingTrainer Simon Berger University of Z rich Switzerlandwith flexible breaksStation 1 Training Lab ALMFStation 2 3 Simone s LabStation 4 Training Lab ALMF15 15 15 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer15 45 16 15Lecture Advanced approaches of fluorescent imagingHari Shroff Howard Hughes Medical Institute USACourtyard Room A B16 15 16 30Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room A B16 30 16 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer16 45 19 15Practical session 3 Advanced image analysis tools Part 1 Students select 1 station from 5 options each station has 2 5 hour duration up to 4 students per station Station 1 Segmentation and spot detectionTrainer Francesco Padovani Helmholtz Institute Munich GermanyStation 2 3D rendering of microscopy data with BlenderTrainer Oane Gros EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Lineage tracing analysisTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 High Throughput AnalysisTrainer Simon Berger University of Zurich SwitzerlandStation 5 Locomotory AnalysisTrainer Andre Brown Imperial College London UKwith flexible breaksStation 1 CTLStation 2 Flex Lab A DTEN Station 3 Courtyard roomStation 4 Any meeting roomStation 5 Flex Lab B19 15 20 45Dinner with poster networking All posters Bus to ISG Hotel Day 6 Saturday 28 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 40 08 55Bus to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel bus stop08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 09 30Lecture Mechanisms of neural circuit architectureGeorgia Rapti EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard Room A B09 30 09 45Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room Foyer09 45 10 15Coffee breakCourtyard Room Foyer10 15 12 45Practical session 3 Advanced image analysis tools Part 2 Students select 1 station from 5 options each station has 2 5 hour duration up to 4 students per station Station 1 Segmentation and spot detectionTrainer Francesco Padovani Helmholtz Institute Munich GermanyStation 2 3D rendering of microscopy data with BlenderTrainer Oane Gros EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Lineage tracing analysisTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 High Throughput AnalysisTrainer Simon Berger University of Zurich SwitzerlandStation 5 Locomotory AnalysisTrainer Andre Brown Imperial College London UKwith flexible breaksStation 1 CTLStation 2 Flex Lab A DTEN Station 3 Courtyard roomStation 4 Any meeting roomStation 5 Flex Lab B12 45 13 45Lunch13 45 14 15Lecture High throughput quantitative analysis of behaviorAndre Brown Imperial College London UKCourtyard Room A B14 15 14 30Q A after the lectureCourtyard Room Foyer14 30 17 00Practical session 3 Advanced image analysis tools Part 3 Students select 1 station from 5 options each station has 2 5 hour duration up to 4 students per station Station 1 Segmentation and spot detectionTrainer Francesco Padovani Helmholtz Institute Munich GermanyStation 2 3D rendering of microscopy data with BlenderTrainer Oane Gros EMBL Heidelberg GermanyStation 3 Lineage tracing analysisTrainer Pavak Shah University of California Los Angeles USAStation 4 High Throughput AnalysisTrainer Simon Berger University of Zurich SwitzerlandStation 5 Locomotory AnalysisTrainer Andre Brown Imperial College London UKwith flexible breaksStation 1 CTLStation 2 Flex Lab A DTEN Station 3 Courtyard roomStation 4 Any meeting roomStation 5 Flex Lab B17 15 18 00Bus to downtown with a short stop at ISG hotel 18 00 19 00Free time19 00 21 00Dinner downtown Day 7 Sunday 29 March 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation10 00 10 05Overview of the dayISG hotel10 05 10 35Lecture Mechanisms of epigenetic inheritanceGermano Cecere Institut Pasteur FranceISG hotel10 35 10 50Q A after the lectureISG hotel10 50 11 20Coffee breakISG hotel11 20 11 50Lecture Microfluidics base high throughputscreening of developmentSimon Berger University of Z rich SwitzerlandISG hotel11 50 12 05Q A after the lectureISG hotel12 05 12 35Feedback session and closing remarksISG hotel12 35Bus from ISG hotel to Heidelberg train station Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 16 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for the event includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract if applicable Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview C. elegans is a widely used model organism in genomics, cell biology, neurobiology, and evolution, known for its fully sequenced genome, completely mapped cell lineage, and powerful experimental tools like advanced genetics and imaging. Continuous advancements in techniques, such as genome engineering and high-resolution imaging, further enhance its utility for various disciplines. However, cutting-edge methods are often inaccessible even in established labs. This course provides essential training for early-career researchers entering these dynamic fields and specialists seeking to expand their expertise. Through hands-on practicals, participants gain valuable experience in conducting experiments, while lectures and discussions with...

24 March - 27 March 2026

Biological oscillators: rhythms and synchronisation across scales

Alexander Aulehla, Jordi Garcia-Ojalvo, Aneta Koseska, Felix Naef, Orit Peleg

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationAboutSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Symposium overview Exploring oscillatory phenomena in biological and natural systems across temporal and spatial scales this symposium brings together diverse scientific communities to investigate shared principles of oscillations rhythms and synchronisation across molecular organismal ecological and planetary contexts Topics include neuronal and cardiac dynamics circadian and developmental rhythms and oscillations in ecological and climate systems By bridging experimental and theoretical perspectives the symposium aims to uncover common mechanisms underlying rhythmic behaviour and foster cross disciplinary collaboration that connects molecular biology physiology ecology and climate science Session topics Oscillation mechanisms across different scales from circadian clock to embryonic oscillators to biochemical oscillations Mechanisms of rhythmic activity in excitable systems Synchronisation of coupled oscillators Ecological planetary and climate rhythms and oscillations Theoretical and cross scale approaches to study oscillatory dynamics Imaging approaches to study oscillatory dynamics What past participants say about the Symposium The EMBL meeting on biological oscillators was a highly interactive and friendly environment to hear new and exciting research across scales from the scale of interacting clock proteins to whole ecosystems Hayden Nunley Flatiron Institute USA I always enjoy the EMBL conferences on biological oscillations and as usual I found the event exceptionally excellent As an interdisciplinary researcher I learned about so many diverse topics met new people with whom I will establish future collaborations and as always enjoyed discussing scientific topics covering many fields Marta Del Olmo Institute for Theoretical Biology Berlin Germany Speakers Shaon Chakrabarti National Center for Biological Sciences India Coen P Elemans University of Southern Denmark Denmark Arkarup Banerjee Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA Lorenz Fenk Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence Germany Flavio H Fenton Georgia Institute of Technology USA Theo Geisel Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self Organization Germany Vishwesha Guttal Indian Institute of Science India Anissa Kempf University of Basel Switzerland Audrey Mat University of Vienna Austria Mor Nitzan The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel Orit Peleg University of Colorado Boulder USA Ina Sonnen Hubrecht Institute The Netherlands Kirsty Wan University of Exeter UK Min Wu Yale University USA Scientific organisers Alexander Aulehla EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jordi Garcia Ojalvo Pompeu Fabra University Spain Aneta Koseska Max Planck Institute for Neurobiology of Behavior Germany Felix Naef EPFL Switzerland Orit Peleg University of Colorado Boulder USA Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EESBioOsc and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The bus schedule for the shuttle bus will be available here Day 1 Tuesday 24 March 2026 Time EUROPE BERLIN Speaker12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks14 45 18 15Session 1 Chair to be announced14 45 15 15Invited speaker 1 Biological rhythms and clocks in the deep seaAudrey Mat University of Vienna Austria15 15 15 30Selected short talk 115 30 15 45Selected short talk 215 45 16 15Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 15 16 45Invited speaker 2 talk title tbaTheo Geisel Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self Organization Germany16 45 17 00Selected short talk 317 00 17 15Selected short talk 417 15 18 15Poster sneak peek18 15 19 45Dinner in Canteen19 45 21 15After dinner drinks in ATC Rooftop lounge or FoyerorPub Quiz in Canteen Day 2 Wednesday 25 March 2026 Time EUROPE BERLIN Speaker08 15 09 00Arrival and refreshments09 00 12 00Session 2 Chair to be announced09 00 09 30Invited speaker 3 How biological rhythms organise cell types from development to tissue homeostasisInna Sonnen Hubrecht Institute The Netherlands09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Invited speaker 4 talk title tbaVishwesha Guttal Indian Institute of Science India11 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 45Invited speaker 511 45 12 00Selected short talk 812 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 3 Chair to be announced13 30 14 00Invited speaker 6 talk title to be announcedOrit Peleg University of Colorado Boulder USA14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Invited speaker 7 Oscillatory Dynamics on the Cell Surface and Limitations of Simple Feedback LoopsMin Wu Yale University USA15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 00 19 30Dinner in EMBL Canteen19 30 21 00After dinner drinks Day 3 Thursday 26 March 2026 Time EUROPE BERLIN Speaker08 15 09 00Arrival and refreshments09 00 12 00Session 4 Chair to be announced09 00 09 30Invited speaker 8 Pushing the limits of circadian phase decoding via probabilistic modelling of neural network latent spacesShaon Chakrabarti National Center for Biological Sciences India09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Invited speaker 9 talk title tbaAnissa Kempf University of Basel Switzerland11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 45Invited speaker 1011 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 13 30Lunch 13 30 16 30Session 5 Chair to be announced13 30 14 00Invited speaker 11 talk title tbaKirsty Wan University of Exeter UK14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Invited speaker 12 talk title tbaFlavio Fenton Georgia Institute of Technology USA 15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 15Invited speaker 1316 15 16 30Selected short talk 2016 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Conference dinner in the canteen20 30 00 00Party Day 4 Friday 27 March 2026 Time EUROPE BERLIN Speaker08 15 09 00Arrival and refreshments09 00 13 00Session 6 Chair first name last name insitute country09 00 09 30Invited speaker 14 talk title tbaLorenz Fenk Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence Germany09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2109 45 10 15Invited speaker 15 talk title tbaMor Nitzan The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel10 15 10 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 45 11 45Keynote lecture11 45 12 00Selected short talk 2212 00 12 30Invited speaker 16 Voice production by vocal fold oscillations from mice to whalesCoen Elemens University of Southern Denmark Denmark12 30 12 45Selected short talk 2312 45 13 00Closing remarks and poster prize announcements13 00Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Chris Stocks to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Chris Stocks for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the 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Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationAboutSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Symposium overview Exploring oscillatory phenomena in biological and natural systems across temporal and spatial scales, this symposium brings together diverse scientific communities to investigate shared principles of oscillations, rhythms, and synchronisation across molecular, organismal, ecological, and planetary contexts. Topics include neuronal and cardiac dynamics, circadian and developmental rhythms, and oscillations in ecological and climate systems. By bridging experimental and theoretical perspectives, the symposium aims to uncover common mechanisms underlying rhythmic behaviour and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration that connects molecular biology, physiology, ecology, and climate science. Session topics Oscillation mechanisms across different scales: from circadian clock to...

13 April - 17 April 2026

Data-driven approaches to understanding dementia

Anca Belu

Description This course provides individuals working in dementia research with the skills to access and analyse dementia data Participants will learn to apply bioinformatics methodologies combine different data types and utilise relevant dementia data resources enhancing their research capabilities in the field... This course provides individuals working in dementia research with the skills to access and analyse dementia data. Participants will learn to apply bioinformatics methodologies, combine different data types, and utilise relevant dementia data resources, enhancing their research capabilities in the field.

20 April - 24 April 2026

Ultrastructure expansion microscopy: from cells to tissue

Niccolo Banterle, Gautam Dey, Paul Guichard, Virginie Hamel

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview Expansion microscopy ExM physically magnifies specimens allowing to obtain super resolution images using a conventional diffraction limited microscope such as confocal microscopy This powerful technique is easy to implement but it requires some hands on training The gain in resolution can be further enhanced with the use of super resolution microscopes such as STED This course centered on the Ultrastructure Expansion Microscopy U ExM based techniques applied to mammalian cells aims at disseminating and discussing expansion microscopy protocols and is intended for cell biologists parasitologists etc with applications ranging from tissue to cells Audience This course is intended for researchers ranging from PhD students to post docs and senior scientists as well as staff from bioimaging platforms who wish to establish expansion microscopy in their respective institutes Modules resources U ExM in cells U ExM in tissue U ExM in cryo sections Learning outcomes After this course you should be able to Apply ultrastructure expansion microscopy on your own samples once back in your laboratory sample preparation and imaging Note that depending on your sample the preparation might slightly differ Spread the technique to your colleagues in their respective laboratories Choose the most appropriate expansion microscopy protocols for your needs What past participants say about the course I attended the EMBO Practical Course on Ultrastructure Expansion Microscopy in 2024 and it was fantastic The course was extremely well organized striking a perfect balance between theoretical and practical sessions The scientific organizers and trainers were top notch scientists capable of addressing any scientific questions Additionally the course organizers were fantastic in supporting participants in all aspects I highly recommend it Francesco Consolato San Raffaele Scientific Institute Italy Attending this course was an incredible experience It allowed me to acquire practical skills in the use of U ExM and provided me with valuable insights for applying this technique in my institute Celina Ter n Ram rez National Autonomous University of Mexico Mexico This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 1 of 3 Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Sabrina Absalon Indiana University School of Medicine USA Enrico Atorino EMBL Heidelberg Germany Niccolo Banterle EMBL Heidelberg Germany Lor ne Bournonville University of Geneva Switzerland Gautam Dey EMBL Heidelberg Germany Aafke Gros EMBL Heidelberg Germany Paul Guichard University of Geneva Switzerland Virginie Hamel University of Geneva Switzerland Lukas Kapitein Utrecht University Netherlands Marine Laporte University of Lyon France Marine Brunet University of Geneva Switzerland Olivier Mercey University of Geneva Switzerland Priyesh Parihar EMBL Heidelberg Germany Albert Serweta Utrecht University Netherlands Caroline Simon EMBL Heidelberg Germany Johanna Tocci EMBL Heidelberg Germany Wang Tzu Lun EMBL Heidelberg Germany Scientific organisers Niccolo Banterle EMBL Heidelberg Germany Gautam Dey EMBL Heidelberg Germany Paul Guichard University of Geneva Switzerland Virginie Hamel University of Geneva Switzerland Course organisers Karo Wolkersdorfer Course and Conference Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Michelle Steinhauer Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOExM and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings and protocol reading with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Monday 20 April 2026 08 50 09 00Registration09 00 09 15EMBL introduction and house notes including safety briefing 09 15 09 30Course OverviewVirginie Hamel09 30 10 303 minute flash talks from all participants10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 11 45Overview of ultrastructure expansion microscopy methodsPaul Guichard11 45 12 15Sub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 1 Anchoring12 15 13 15Lunch break13 15 14 15Ice breaker activity Challenges and expectations with drinks and snacks14 15 15 00Applications of U ExM from centriole architecture to human pathologiesVirginie Hamel15 00 16 30Sub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 2a b Gelation and Denaturation16 30 17 00Coffee Break17 00 18 00Responsible Conduct of Research session including sustainability discussion with drinks and snacks18 00 19 00Sub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 3 Expansion and punch preparationSub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionsSTEP 1 AnchoringSub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 1 Anchoring19 00 20 00Pizza dinner and networking Day 2 Tuesday 21 April 2026 08 55 09 00Overview of the day09 00 10 30Sub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 2a GelationSub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 4 Immunostaining Primary antibodySub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 2a Gelation10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 11 45Mapping cellular biodiversity with expansion microscopyGautam Dey11 45 12 15Sub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 4 Immunostaining Primary antibodySub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 2b Denaturation12 15 13 15Lunch break13 15 15 15Sub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 2b DenaturationSub practical session A PS A1 U ExM on cellsSTEP 4 Immunostaining wash expansion Sub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 3 Expansion punchPreparation of polylysine coated coverslips for imaging PS4 15 15 15 45Coffee break and Meet the Speakers 15 45 16 45Applications of U ExM to the Plasmodium falciparum parasitesSabrina Absalon16 45 17 30Sub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 4 Immunostaining Primary antibodySub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 3 Expansion17 30 19 00Poster session for all 16 participants with drinks and snacks19 00 20 00Sub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 4 Immunostaining slicing shrinkage primary antibody20 00 21 00Dinner Day 3 Wednesday 22 April 2026 09 00 09 05Overview of the day09 05 10 15Sub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 4 Immunostaining wash and secondary antibodySub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 4 Immunostaining wash and secondary antibody10 15 11 15Visualizing cellular and tissue ultrastructure using expansion microscopyLukas Kapitein11 15 11 45Coffee break11 45 13 00Sub practical session A PS A2 U ExM on cryo sectionSTEP 4 Immunostaining wash and expansionSub practical session A PS A3 U ExM on tissuesSTEP 4 Immunostaining wash and expansion13 00 14 00Lunch break14 00 15 15Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM Cells PS A1 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes15 15 15 45Coffee break15 45 17 00Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM Cells PS A1 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes17 00Shuttle bus to Heidelberg Old Town from EMBL17 45 19 15Heidelberg Old Town tour free time19 15 22 00Downtown dinner Day 4 Thursday 23 April 2026 09 00 09 15Overview of the day09 15 10 30Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM on Cryo sections PS A2 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 12 30Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM on Cryo sections PS A2 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes12 30 13 30Lunch break13 30 14 15Time resolved expansion microscopyMarine Laporte14 15 15 00Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM on Tissue PS A3 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes15 00 15 45Practical session B PS B ImagingU ExM on Tissue PS A3 gels Widefield microscopes Confocal microscopes15 45 16 15Coffee break and Meet the Speakers16 15 17 00A Guide to Processing and Visualizing UExM DataNiccolo Banterle17 00 18 30Practical session C PS C Data visualization18 30 19 15Dinner19 15 20 15Tips and TricksOlivier Mercey Paul Guichard and Virginie Hamel Day 5 Friday 24 April 2026 09 00 09 05Overview of the day09 05 11 00Practical session C PS C Data visualization11 00 11 30Coffee break11 30 13 15Final discussion round course feedback poster prizes and closing remarks13 15Packed lunch and departure13 30Shuttle bus to Heidelberg train station and city center from EMBL Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 16 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for the event includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract if applicable Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab For this EMBO course the fees include accommodation and transportation to and from the ISG Hotel to the venue Academia 500PhD Student 500Industry 1100 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the course please inform your course contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted motivation letter will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Submitting a motivation letter After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi and visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Practical Course up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Practical Course The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection A selection process will take place with the results announced by email to all applicants submitters We aim to announce 3 weeks 21 days after the abstract submission deadline but delays may occur Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation in twin rooms including breakfast is included in the registration fee Accommodation will be booked for the selected participants at the ISG Hotel for the default dates of 19 April to 24 April 5 nights In case you would like to have a single room please let the hotel know and please note that you will be required to pay an additional cost of 32 per night availability of single rooms may be limited This should be paid by you directly to the ISG Hotel during your stay We recommend that all course participants stay at the ISG Hotel for the course Local transportation Course shuttle buses Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here You may also walk from the ISG Hotel to EMBL the walk are roughly 30 minutes through the woods Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs and terms and conditions on our Information for Participants page Sponsors Event sponsor Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview Expansion microscopy (ExM) physically magnifies specimens, allowing to obtain super-resolution images using a conventional diffraction-limited microscope such as confocal microscopy. This powerful technique is easy to implement but it requires some hands-on training. The gain in resolution can be further enhanced with the use of super-resolution microscopes such as STED. This course centered on the Ultrastructure Expansion Microscopy (U-ExM) based techniques applied to mammalian cells aims at disseminating and discussing expansion microscopy protocols and is intended for cell biologists, parasitologists, etc, with applications ranging from tissue to cells. Audience This course is intended for researchers ranging from PhD students to...

21 April - 24 April 2026

Brain (epi)genome

Roberto Bonasio, Mathieu Boulard, Kyung-Min Noh, Anne Schäfer

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview The brain s remarkable cellular diversity encompassing hundreds of distinct neuronal and glial cell types emerges from a single genome through sophisticated regulatory mechanisms This EMBO Workshop brings together leaders in genomics neuroscience and epigenetics to advance our understanding of how the epi genome achieves this diversity shaping brain function and behaviour Recent technological breakthroughs in single cell spatial and 3D genomics and epigenomics are revealing unprecedented insights into the molecular logic behind neural diversity as well as neuronal connectivity and function But there is much we do not understand especially when trying to link these molecular and cellular processes to higher brain functions such as memory and behavior or to disrupted brain states in aging and disease Progress in these directions will require studies in human cells with traditional and emerging model organisms all of which will be featured in this workshop Key questions at the cutting edge of the field will be explored such as how does three dimensional chromatin architecture orchestrate cell type specific gene expression What epi genomic processes govern the establishment and maintenance of neuronal identity and connectivity How do activity dependent changes in transcription and chromatin contribute to synaptic plasticity and memory How might the dysregulation of these processes underlie neurodevelopmental and neurological disorders By bridging genomics neuroscience and epigenetics this conference aims to stimulate new ideas on how the epi genome orchestrates brain function and to solidify the growing scientific community that sees the intersection of these three disciplines as fundamental to our understanding of the brain Session topics Epigenetic basis of neural diversity Chromatin and neurodevelopment Gene regulation in stress and memory Epi genomics of brain plasticity and behaviour Ageing and neurological disorders Single cell spatial and 3D genomics in the brain Speakers Mareike Albert TU Dresden Germany Andrea Brand Gurdon Institute University of Cambridge UK Anne Brunet Stanford University USA Daniele Canzio University of California San Francisco San Francisco USA Gon alo Castelo Branco Karolinska Institute Sweden Zoe Donaldson University of Colorado Boulder USA Joseph Ecker Salk Institute USA Maria Cristina Gambetta University of Lausanne Switzerland Jarrett Grayson Camp University of Basel Switzerland Oliver Hobert Columbia University USA Tae Kyung Kim Pohang University of Science and Technology South Korea Erica Korb University of Pennsylvania USA Jelena Radulovic Aarhus University Denmark Filippo M Rijli Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland Anne Sch fer Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing Germany Tomohisa Toda FAU Erlangen Max Planck Zentrum f r Physik und Medizin Germany Yang Shi University of Oxford UK Scientific organisers Mathieu Boulard EMBL Rome Italy Roberto Bonasio University of Pennsylvania USA Kyung Min Noh Aarhus University Denmark Anne Sch fer Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing Germany Conference organiser Ad la Graf EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOBrainEpi and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 21 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session13 00 14 30Registration14 30 14 45Opening remarks15 00 17 45Session 1 Epigenetic basis of neural diversity15 00 15 25Single cell 3D multi omics in the brainJoe Ecker Salk Institute USA15 25 15 40Selected short talk 115 40 16 05Role of cell surface diversity in neuralcircuit assemblyDaniele Canzio University of California San Francisco USA16 05 16 20Selected short talk 216 20 16 50Coffee Break and Meet the Speakers of the session16 50 17 15The operational principles of neuron microglia circuitsAnne Schaefer Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing Germany17 15 17 30Selected short talk 317 30 17 45Selected short talk 417 45 18 45Poster sneak peek18 45 20 15Dinner in Canteen20 15 21 45After dinner drinks Day 2 Wednesday 22 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 11 45Session 2 Chromatin and neurodevelopment09 00 09 25Epigenetic mechanisms governing neural stem cell reactivation and differentiationAndrea Brand Gurdon Institute University of Cambridge UK09 25 09 40Selected short talk 509 40 09 55Selected short talk 609 55 10 25Coffee Break and Meet the Speakers of the session10 25 10 50Epigenetic regulation of neurodevelopmentFilippo M Rijli Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland10 50 11 05Selected short talk 711 05 11 30Transcription factors in neurodevelopmentOliver Hobert Columbia University USA11 30 11 45Selected short talk 811 45 13 15Vegetarian Lunch and Meet the Editors13 15 16 05Session 3 Gene regulation in stress and memory13 15 13 40Enhancer RNAs in brain functionTae Kyung Kim Pohang University of Science and Technology South Korea13 40 13 55Selected short talk 913 55 14 10Selected short talk 1014 10 14 40Coffee Break and Meet the Speakers of the session14 40 15 05Maintenance of memory representationsthrough neuron specific immune pathwaysJelena Radulovic Aarhus University Denmark15 05 15 20Selected short talk 1115 20 15 35Selected short talk 1215 35 16 05Flash talk session 116 05 17 35Poster Session 1 odd number 17 35Free evening Day 3 Thursday 23 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 11 50Session 4 Epi genomics of brain plasticity and behavior09 00 09 25Histone marks and variants in neuronalfunctionErica Korb University of Pennsylvania USA09 25 09 40Selected short talk 1309 40 09 55Selected short talk 1409 55 10 25Coffee Break and Meet the Speakers of the session10 25 10 50Neurobiological and genetic mechanisms of social bondingZoe Donaldson University of Colorado Boulder USA10 50 11 05Selected short talk 1511 05 11 30Evolutionary expansion of the neocortexMareike Albert TU Dresden Germany11 30 11 45Selected short talk 1611 45 13 15Lunch13 15 16 00Session 5 Ageing and neurological disorders13 15 13 40Chromatin and RNA modifi cations in braindiseaseYang Shi University of Oxford UK13 40 13 55Selected short talk 1713 55 14 10Selected short talk 1814 10 14 40Coffee Break and Meet the Speakers of the session14 40 15 05Ageing consequence on maintenance ofneural identityTomohisa Toda DZNE Dresden Germany15 05 15 20Selected short talk 1915 20 15 45Epigenomics of brain ageingAnne Brunet Stanford University USA15 45 16 00Selected short talk 2016 00 16 30Flash Talks Session 216 30 18 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 00 19 30Dinner19 30 23 00Conference party Day 4 Friday 24 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 00Session 6 Single cell spatial and 3D genomics in the brain09 00 09 25Long range gene regulation in neuronsMaria Cristina Gambetta University of Lausanne Switzerland09 25 09 40Selected short talk 2109 40 10 05Exploring neural organoid phenotypic spacesJarrett Grayson Camp University of Basel10 05 10 35Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 35 10 50Selected short talk 2210 50 11 05Selected short talk 2311 05 11 20Selected short talk 2411 20 11 45Single cell and spatial epigenomics of oligodendrocyte lineage cells in multiple sclerosisGon alo Castelo Branco Karolinska Institute Sweden11 45 12 00Closing remarks and poster prize announcements12 00Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees Your registration for the on site event includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 500On site PhD Student 385On site Industry 770On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Virtual registration fees Your virtual registration for the event includes Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 200Virtual PhD Student 150Virtual Industry 275 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Ad la Graf for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis Your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 2 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a travel grant fee waiver Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Workshop up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Workshop The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers In order to apply for this grant you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via airplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information A list of hotels with rooms on hold will be announced here closer to the time Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code BRG26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage Opposite Main Train Station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche Bus stop Hilton Hotel Kurf rsten Anlage 1 ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or conference platform with anyone else Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event Post unless the speaker specifically says otherwise but be mindful of unpublished data Please do 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Life Sciences an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview The brain’s remarkable cellular diversity — encompassing hundreds of distinct neuronal and glial cell types — emerges from a single genome through sophisticated regulatory mechanisms. This EMBO Workshop brings together leaders in genomics, neuroscience, and epigenetics to advance our understanding of how the (epi)genome achieves this diversity, shaping brain function and behaviour. Recent technological breakthroughs in single-cell, spatial, and 3D genomics and epigenomics are revealing unprecedented insights into the molecular logic behind neural diversity as well as neuronal connectivity and function. But there is much we do not understand,...

27 April - 30 April 2026

Sex differences in health and disease

Brian Aguado, Kristina Haase, Edith Heard, Irene Miguel-Aliaga

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Symposium overview Sex differences range from distinct dimorphisms in appearance and physiology to behaviour variations across males and females of the same species These differences are numerous and varied and are often driven by combinations of genetic hormonal and environmental factors These differences also appear in manifestations of infectious disease ageing and age related diseases cancer cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases Response to treatments can also vary drastically between females and males Despite these widespread differences between sexes observed across species the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood and the topic has been vastly understudied This symposium will highlight topics including sex hormone regulation of health and immunity genetic differences leading to disease and mosaicism We will convene leading scientists from various global regions to delve into topics like the molecular underpinnings of sexual dimorphisms how sex hormones regulate sexually distinct phenotypes and the role of sex differences in the context of metabolism infections cancer cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases We aim to foster a multidisciplinary dialogue by bringing together researchers employing both traditional animal models and innovative approaches organoids biomaterials 3D cultures advanced bioinformatics analysis Session topics Development and evolution of sex differences Sex differences in organ function and physiology Plasticity of sex differences gene environment interactions and ageing Sex differences in immunity and autoimmunity Differences in disease susceptibility progression and treatment response Systems and engineering approaches to sex differences Speakers Keynote speakers Arthur Arnold University of California Los Angeles USA Yasmine Belkaid Institut Pasteur France Speakers Brian Aguado University of California San Diego USA Sara Ballouz University of New South Wales Australia Arantza Barrios University College London Margarida Cardoso Moreira The Francis Crick institute UK Jean Charles Gu ry Toulouse Institute for Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases INFINITy France Kristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain Bruno Hudry Institute of Biology Valrose iBV France Meital Oren Suissa Weizmann Institute of Science Israel Karen Reue University of California Los Angeles USA Elizabeth Rideout University of British Columbia Canada Andreas Schedl Institute of Biology Valrose iBV France Colinda Scheele KU Leuven University Belgien Taru Tukiainen University of Eastern Finland Finland James Turner The Francis Crick Institute UK Xiaohong Xu Fudan University China Scientific organisers Brian Aguado University of California San Diego USA Kristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain Edith Heard EMBL Heidelberg Germany Irene Miguel Aliaga The Francis Crick Institute UK Conference organisers Luc a Minutta EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary Programme Are you on social media Post using EESSexDifferences and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Monday 27 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 14 45Keynote lecture title to be confirmedArthur Arnold University of California USA14 45 18 15Session 1 Development and Evolution of Sex DifferencesChair to be confirmed14 45 15 15Talk title to be confirmedMargarida Cardoso Moreira The Francis Crick institute UK15 15 15 30Selected short talk 115 30 15 45Selected short talk 215 45 16 15Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 15 16 45Talk title to be confirmedAgnese Loda Institut Imagine Institut Pasteur France16 45 17 00Selected short talk 317 00 17 15Selected short talk 417 15 18 15Poster sneak peek18 15 19 45Dinner in Canteen19 45 21 15After dinner drinks Day 2 Tuesday 28 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 2 Sex Differences in Organ Function and PhysiologyChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk title to be confirmedElizabeth Rideout University of British Columbia Canada09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Talk title to be confirmedXiaohong Xu Chinese Academy of Sciences Shanghai10 45 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 30Selected short talk 811 30 12 00Talk title to be confirmedMeital Oren Suissa Weizmann Institute of Science Israel12 45 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 3 Sex biased Plasticity and AgeingChair to be confirmed13 30 14 00Talk title to be confirmedAndreas Schedl C te d Azur University France14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Talk title to be confirmedArantza Barrios University College London UK15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 00 21 00Evening activity details to be confirmed Day 3 Wednesday 29 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 4 Sex Differences in Gene Environment InteractionsChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk title to be confirmedJean Charles Gu ry Toulouse Institute for Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases INFINITY France09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00The role of the human X chromosome in sex differencesTaru Tukiainen The Francis Crick Institute UK10 45 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 30Selected short talk 1611 30 12 00Talk title to be confirmedKaren Reue University of California USA12 00 13 30Lunch13 30 16 30Session 5 Systems and engineering approaches to sex differencesChair to be confirmed13 30 14 00Talk title to be confirmedBrian Aguado University of California USA13 45 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Talk title to be confirmedSara Ballouz University of New South Wales Australia15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 15Talk title to be confirmedKristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain16 15 16 30Selected short talk 2016 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Dinner in EMBL Canteen20 30 00 00Party Day 4 Thursday 30 April 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 45Session 6 Sex Differences in Disease Susceptibilty Progression and Responses to TreatmentChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk title to be confirmedJames Turner The Francis Crick Institute UK09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2109 45 10 00Selected short talk 2210 00 10 30Talk title to be confirmedColinda Scheele Ku Leuven University Belgien10 30 11 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers11 00 12 00Keynote lecture title to be confirmedYasmin Belkaid Institut Pasteur France12 00 12 15Selected short talk 2212 15 12 30Selected short talk 2312 30 12 45Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 45 13 00Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Virtual registration fees include Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Luc a Minutta to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Luc a Minutta for more information Please note that we do not offer complimentary registrations for editors of scientific journals Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Please state your First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and email address Abstract body The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit 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A selection process will take place with the results announced 2 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers In order to apply for this grant you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of all financial assistance during the abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external 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page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Symposium overview Sex differences range from distinct dimorphisms in appearance and physiology to behaviour variations across males and females of the same species. These differences are numerous and varied and are often driven by combinations of genetic, hormonal and environmental factors. These differences also appear in manifestations of infectious disease, ageing and age-related diseases (cancer, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases). Response to treatments can also vary drastically between females and males. Despite these widespread differences between sexes observed across species, the underlying mechanisms are poorly understood and the topic has been vastly understudied. This symposium will highlight...

27 April - 1 May 2026

Introduction to metabolomics analysis

Juanita Riveros

Description This course will provide an introduction to metabolomics through lectures and hands on sessions using publicly available data software and tools Participants will become familiar with standardised workflows as well as with the current state of experimental design data acquisition LC MS MS imaging data processing and compound annotation and modelling In addition they will learn about community standards and open data practices in metabolomics particularly through the use of EMBL EBI s MetaboLights repository and Galaxy infrastructure Participants will learn through hands on tutorials how to use the tools available for data analysis and data submission Additionally case studies will be discussed to show how to employ the week s learning... This course will provide an introduction to metabolomics through lectures and hands-on sessions, using publicly available data, software, and tools. Participants will become familiar with standardised workflows as well as with the current state of experimental design, data acquisition (LC-MS, MS imaging), data processing and compound annotation, and modelling. In addition, they will learn about community standards and open data practices in metabolomics, particularly through the use of EMBL-EBI’s MetaboLights repository and Galaxy infrastructure. Participants will learn through hands-on tutorials how to use the tools available for data analysis and data submission. Additionally, case studies will be discussed to show how to employ the week’s learning.

3 May - 8 May 2026

Analysis and integration of transcriptome and proteome data

Vladimir Benes, Raffaele Calogero, Daria Fijalkowska, Jeroen Krijgsveld, Lennard Martens

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Systems biology is a still expanding field of research aiming to understand at the molecular level how cells tissues and organisms operate in their biological context Among the key technologies driving this forward are next generation sequencing and proteomics as they provide powerful means to determine global expression levels of genes and proteins Both fields have matured to a degree that they have now become accessible to researchers in many areas of biology During this course participants will gain theoretical insight in the structure of sequencing and proteomic data and they will receive training in data analysis for the annotation quantification and statistical analysis of gene and protein expression using various computational tools In addition training will be provided in the use of Cytoscape to derive biological insights from the integration of both data types Audience This course is targeted at biologists and biochemists who are starting to be involved in both next generation sequencing and mass spectrometry based proteomics but who are not experts in these fields Modules resources Principles of mRNA quantification Principles of protein identification and quantification Principles and application of bioinformatic tools for mining of transcriptome and proteome data Data integration by Cytoscape Learning outcomes The aim of this practical course is to provide insight in techniques that are frequently used for transcriptome and proteome analysis and to provide hands on experience turning primary data into information that can be used for further biological interpretation To achieve these goals participants will gain insight in the basic principles of gene expression analysis RNAseq data quantification and differential expression analysis protein identification and quantification and they will be trained in the use of software tools to analyse sequencing and proteomic data SearchGUI PeptideShaker MaxQuant In addition the course will provide insight in the complementarity of transcriptome and proteome data by their integrative analysis via Cytoscape What past participants say about the course An intensive and inspiring course with worldwide top researchers in bioinformatics Ideal for wet lab scientists who are now starting to work on RNA seq and proteomics analysis Marta Furtado Instituto de Medicina Molecular Portugal In this course I found lecturers and participants equally willing to share and learn This together with the high quality of each lecture and the care of the organisers contributed to make this week a life changing experience for me Maria Cristina Petrella Centre for Genomic Regulation CRG Spain Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany Raffaele Calogero University of Turin Italy Daria Fijalkowska University of Ghent Belgium Jeroen Krijgsveld German Cancer Research Centre DKFZ Germany Manjeet Kumar EMBL Heidelberg Germany Lennart Martens University of Ghent Belgium Gerben Menschaert University of Ghent Belgium Scooter Morris University of California San Francisco USA Oliver Stegle EMBL Heidelberg DKFZ Germany Scientific organisers Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany Raffaele Calogero University of Turin Italy Daria Fijalkowska University of Ghent Belgium Jeroen Krijgsveld German Cancer Research Centre DKFZ Germany Lennart Martens University of Ghent Belgium Course organisers Iva Gavran EMBL Heidelberg Germany Irena Provaznikova EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLDataIntegration Event hashtag and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings and protocol reading with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Day 1 Sunday 3 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 09 15Arrival welcome and safety introductionsCourtyard room09 15 11 00Lecture RNA seq cool but is it that simple Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard room11 00 11 30Coffee break11 30 12 30Practical sessionRNAseq Reads to genesRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyCourtyard room12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 16 00Practical sessionRNAseq Reads to genesRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyComputer Training Lab16 00 16 30Coffee break16 30 18 30Q A on RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyComputer Training Lab18 30 19 30Dinner in canteenEMBL Canteen19 30 Departure to hotelATC entrance Day 2 Monday 4 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 10 30Practical theory Differential expression analysisRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyComputer Training Lab10 30 11 00Coffee break11 00 12 30Practical theory Batch correctionRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyComputer Training Lab12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 15 00Practical theory Batch correctionRaffaele Calogero University of Torino ItalyComputer Training Lab15 00 15 30Coffee break15 30 17 30Lecture practical Ribosome profilingGerben Menschaert University of Ghent BelgiumCourtyard room17 30 18 30Flash talk presentationsCourtyard room18 30 20 00BBQ dinnerBBQ platz20 00Departure to hotelATC entrance Day 3 Tuesday 5 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 10 00Introduction to ProteomicsJeroen Krijgsveld German Cancer Research Centre DKFZ GermanyCourtyard room10 00 11 00Practical session peptide and protein identificationJeroen Krijgsveld German Cancer Research Centre DKFZ GermanyCourtyard room11 00 11 30Coffee break11 30 12 00Practical session peptide and protein identificationJeroen Krijgsveld German Cancer Research Centre DKFZ GermanyCourtyard room12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 13 30Lecture Bioinformatics for proteomicsLennart Martens University of Ghent BelgiumComputer Training Lab13 30 14 30Q A to Bioinformatics for proteomicsLennart Martens University of Ghent BelgiumComputer Training Lab14 30 15 00Coffee Break15 00 18 30Practical session Turning data into information peptide and protein identification database searchingLennart Martens University of Ghent BelgiumComputer Training Lab18 30 19 30Dinner EMBL Canteen19 30Departure to hotelATC entrance Day 4 Wednesday 6 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 10 00Lecture Introduction to DIA proteomics data analysisDaria Fijalkowska University of Ghent BelgiumCourtyard room10 00 10 30Coffee breakComputer Training Lab10 30 12 00Practical Session DIA proteomics data analysisDaria Fijalkowska University of Ghent BelgiumComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 30Practical Session DIA proteomics data analysisDaria Fijalkowska University of Ghent BelgiumComputer Training Lab14 30 15 00Coffee break15 00 16 00Q A to Bioinformatic tools for data comparison and integrationScooter Morris University of California San Francisco USACourtyard room16 00 17 00Practical session Introduction to CytoscapeComputer Training Lab17 00Departure to Hotel and downtown Free eveningATC entrance Day 5 Thursday 7 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 10 00Lecture MOFA data integration talkOliver Stegle EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard room10 00 10 30Coffee break10 30 12 00Practical session MOFA data integrationOliver Stegle EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 30Practical session Introduction to CytoscapeComputer Training Lab and Courtyard room14 30 15 00Coffee break15 00 16 15Practical session Introduction to CytoscapeComputer Training Lab and Courtyard room16 15 17 45GeneCore and Proteomics Core facilities toursCourtyard room17 45 18 15Departure to downtownATC entrance18 15 22 00Downtown Dinner Day 6 Friday 8 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 40 09 00Bus from downtown hotel to EMBL ATC entrancetbc09 00 12 00Practical session Data integrationwith flexible coffee breakComputer Training Lab and Courtyard room12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 15 00Practical session Data integrationComputer Training Lab and Courtyard room15 00 15 30Course wrap up and farewellCourtyard room15 30Departure to train stationATC entrance Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 24 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for this course includes Admission to the event Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses Academia 740PhD Student 740Industry 1250 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the course please inform your course contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted motivation letter will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Further details For further information about registration please refer to the FAQ page Submitting a motivation letter After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application You can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For some events applications for Childcare Grants will still be done by email Information about the grant will be sent out shortly after the abstract motivation letter deadline Please contact the event Conference Officer if you have any questions Selection A selection process will take place with the results announced by email to all applicants submitters We aim to announce 3 weeks 21 days after the abstract submission deadline but delays may occur Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the registration fee 24 single rooms have been reserved for 6 nights from Saturday 2 May to Friday 8 May 2026 at a downtown Heidelberg hotel tbc After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with a booking code PRO26 01 by the deadline of 4 April 2026 We recommend that all course participants stay at the dedicated hotel for the course Local transportation Course shuttle buses Shuttle buses will go from the dedicated hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Technical requirements and event software Additional software The EMBL eCampus learning platform will be used to collaborate communicate and network with all of the course participants All participants will receive information on how to join shortly before the course We recommend using Chrome Safari or Mozilla Firefox browsers for eCampus Zoom will be used for the live talks and Q A sessions More information will be provided closer to the start of the course Other information While using the software during the course please make sure you have nothing else using your bandwidth Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs and terms and conditions on our Information for Participants page Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other events or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview Systems biology is a still expanding field of research aiming to understand at the molecular level how cells, tissues and organisms operate in their biological context. Among the key technologies driving this forward are next-generation sequencing and proteomics, as they provide powerful means to determine global expression levels of genes and proteins. Both fields have matured to a degree that they have now become accessible to researchers in many areas of biology. During this course, participants will gain theoretical insight in the structure of sequencing and proteomic data, and they will receive training in data analysis for the annotation, quantification, and statistical analysis of gene and protein expression using various computational tools. In addition, training will be provided...

11 May - 15 May 2026

Systems biology: from large datasets to biological insight

Omotoke Labiyi

Description This course covers the use of computational tools to extract biological insight from omics datasets The content will explore a range of approaches from network inference and data integration to machine learning and logic modelling that can be used to extract biological insights from varied data types Together these techniques will provide participants with a useful toolkit for designing new strategies to extract relevant information and understanding from large scale biological data This course is currently under development please check back again soon for further details You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here... This course covers the use of computational tools to extract biological insight from omics datasets. The content will explore a range of approaches – from network inference and data integration to machine learning and logic modelling – that can be used to extract biological insights from varied data types. Together these techniques will provide participants with a useful toolkit for designing new strategies to extract relevant information and understanding from large-scale biological data.This course is currently under development, please check back again soon for further details. You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here. 

13 May - 15 May 2026

Building networks: engineering in vascular biology

Katie Bentley, Christopher Chen, Kristina Haase, Stephan Huveneers

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences This conference will take place at EMBL Barcelona Conference overview Vascularisation is a rapidly growing field with researchers across disciplines recognising its crucial role in organ development disease progression and therapeutic delivery Traditionally vascular biologists have relied on animal models to investigate key processes such as vascular signalling angiogenesis and remodelling These models remain foundational however they do not always fully capture human specific vascular behaviour In recent years advances in multicellular systems gene editing stem cell technologies and bioengineering have created new opportunities to study vascular biology in vitro using human cells This upcoming edition of the meeting aims to unite researchers working at the intersection of engineering and vascular biology facilitating discussions on how to apply cutting edge techniques in spatial omics advanced imaging and the use of AI to vascular research Session topics Vascular development disease and models Mechano vascular biology Metabolism signalling angiogenesis Organ specific models biology Imaging and bioengineered models Vascular identity blood and lymphatics Computational models and AI Speakers Keynote speakers Holger Gerhardt Max Delbr ck Center Germany Matthias L tolf EPFL Switzerland Maike Sander Max Delbr ck Center Germany Speakers Hellmut Augustin Heidelberg University Germany Katie Bentley The Francis Crick Institute UK Maria Bernabeu EMBL Barcelona Spain Katrien de Bock ETH Zurich Switzerland Noo Li Jeon Seoul National University Korea Elizabeth Jones KU Leuven Belgium Kaska Koltowska Uppsala University Sweden Matthew Kutys University of California San Francisco USA Anne Lagendijk University of Queensland Australia Kyle Loh Stanford University USA Valeria Orlova Leiden University Medical Center The Netherlands William Polacheck University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill USA Michael Potente Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research Germany Anna Randi Imperial College London UK Tommaso Ristori Eindhoven University of Technology The Netherlands Martin Schwartz Yale University USA Sarah Vasconcelos University Health Network and University of Toronto Canada Scientific organisers Katie Bentley The Francis Crick Institute UK Christopher Chen Boston University USA Kristina Haase EMBL Heidelberg Germany Stephan Huveneers Amsterdam AMC The Netherlands Conference organisers Silvia Autet Balcells EMBL Barcelona Spain Laure Michelet EMBL Barcelona Spain Aline Schnieder EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOBuildNetworks and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk Day 1 Wednesday 13 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session08 45 09 30Registration welcome coffee09 30 09 45Opening remarks by scientific organisers09 45 12 45Session 1 Vascular development endothelial identity I09 45 10 30Keynote lectureMatthias L tolf EPFL Switzerland10 30 10 55Using human pluripotent stem cells to unravel vascular development and infection by BSL4 virusesKyle Loh Stanford University USA10 55 11 25Coffee break and optional speed networking11 25 11 50Novel mechanisms of adhesion assembly and crosstalk in arteries and veinsAnna Lagendijk University of Queensland Australia11 50 12 05Selected short talk 112 05 12 20Selected short talk 212 20 12 45Patient Specific Cardiovascular Disease Models Using hiPSC Technology and Vascularized 3D TissuesValeria Orlova Leiden University Medical Center The Netherlands12 45 14 30Lunch and meet the speakers14 30 17 05Session 2 Mechano vascular biology I14 30 14 55Mechanotransduction in the presence of cardiovascular comorbitiesElizabeth Jones KU Leuven Belgium14 55 15 10Selected short talk 315 10 15 25Selected short talk 415 25 15 50William Polacheck UNC Chapel Hill USA15 50 16 25Coffee break and optional speed networking16 25 18 00Session 3 Signalling angionesesis I lymphatics 16 25 16 50Kaska Koltowska Uppsala Uni Sweden16 50 17 05Selected short talk 517 05 17 20Selected short talk 617 20 17 35Flash talks17 35 19 35Poster Session 1 odd numbers Day 2 Thursday 14 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 09 30Morning coffee09 30 12 35Session 4 Signalling angiogenesis II vasculogenesis and metabolism 09 30 10 15Keynote lectureHolger Gerhardt Max Delbruck Center Germany10 15 10 40Anna Randi Imperial College London UK10 40 11 00Coffee break11 00 11 25Katrien de Bock ETH Zurich Switzerland11 25 11 40Selected short talk 711 40 11 55Selected short talk 811 55 12 10Selected short talk 912 10 12 35Deconvolution of Complex Vascular Phenotypes by Targeted Protein DegradationMichael Potente Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research Germany12 35 14 30Lunch and meet the speakers14 30 15 50Session 5 Mechano vascular biology II14 30 14 55Matt Kutys University of California San Francisco USA14 55 15 10Selected short talk 1015 10 15 25Selected short talk 1115 25 15 50Martin Schwartz Yale University USA15 50 16 25Coffee break16 25 18 00Session 6 Signalling angiogenesis III computational models 16 25 16 50Katie Bentley The Francis Crick Institute UK16 50 17 05Selected short talk 1217 05 17 20Selected short talk 1317 20 17 45YAP TAZ as Stiffness Sensitive Regulators of Angiogenic SproutingTommaso Ristori Eindhoven University of Technology The Netherlands17 45 18 00Flash talks18 00 20 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 20 00 22 00Conference dinner Day 3 Friday 15 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 09 30Morning coffee09 30 12 35Session 7 Vascular development endothelial identity II09 30 10 15Keynote lectureMaike Sanders Max Delbruck Center Germany10 15 10 40Maria Bernabeu EMBL Barcelona Spain10 40 11 20Coffee break11 20 11 45Sara Nunes Vasconcelos University of Toronto Canada11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1412 00 12 15Selected short talk 1512 15 12 30Selected short talk 1612 30 14 00Lunch and meet the speakers14 00 14 25Noo Li Jeon Seoul National University South Korea14 25 14 40Selected short talk 1714 40 14 55Selected short talk 1814 55 15 20Vascular quiescence and resilience in vitro in organoids and in vivoHellmut Augustin Heidelberg University Germany15 20 15 50Panel discussion led by keynotes select invited speakers15 50 16 15Closing remarks poster prizes Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 485On site PhD Student 385On site Industry 770On site Journal Editors 250 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Aline Schnieder to ask for the special registration link for editors Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list you will be contacted as soon as a place becomes available Types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by EMBO in the form of travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a travel grant fee waiver Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and or registration fees and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 500 for any participant travelling to an EMBO Workshop up to 1000 for any participant working in Chile India Singapore or Taiwan travelling to an EMBO Workshop The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants EMBO Accessibility Grant For EMBO Workshop participants with accessibility needs there is the possibility to apply for an accessibility grant to offset costs incurred by participants or speakers when participating at a conference Eligible costs include costs incurred for equipment or adaptations to the conference environment or travel costs for an event companion to assist the participant or speaker during the conference where necessary etc While we do our best to accommodate needs please note that extensive changes to the conference environment might not be possible Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers A maximum amount of 500 can be awarded per participant applying for an EMBO accessibility grant In order to apply for this grant for EMBO Workshops you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline Application You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event Read our FAQ for more information Travel Getting to Barcelona By Plane Barcelona El Prat airport is located in El Prat de Llobregat just 12 km South West of the Barcelona city centre It has two passenger terminals Terminal 1 T1 and Terminal 2 T2 The airport has allocated airlines to terminals regardless of the destination of the flight Airport Transfers to the city centre The Aerob s is an express bus service that connects the Barcelona El Prat airport with the city centre Pla a Catalunya in 35 minutes You can take the Aerob s outside Terminal 1 A1 and Terminal 2 A2 This service runs every day of the year with departures between 5 and 15 minutes From the city centre you can take the metro or a bus to move around Barcelona The train service R2 line runs approximately every 30 minutes to and from Barcelona airport to the city centre The journey takes 25 minutes The train service operates from Terminal 2 T2 To get from T2 to T1 use the shuttle bus service Bus transit T1 T2 If you travel from the airport to the city centre you can get off at Barcelona Sants Passeig de Gr cia or Clot which are serviced by metro stops You can also take the metro line L9 orange from the airport It departs at Terminal 1 and connects at stations Torrassa L1 and L10 Sud Collblanc L5 and L10 Sud with metros to the city centre You will find a taxi rank outside any of the main terminal exits Look for the sign pointing to the nearest taxi rank All official Barcelona taxis are black and yellow and are required to charge you only the value on the taximeter plus any surcharge e g luggage or night The rates and surcharges are displayed inside the cab In Barcelona a taxi may be either ordered by phone found at authorised taxi rank or flagged down in the street Getting to Barcelona By train Barcelona Sants is the main train station for national and international arrivals and departures in Barcelona It is situated in pla a dels Pa sos Catalanes Barcelona National and regional trains also depart from Fran a station It is located at avinguda Marqu s de l Argentera s n Barcelona Spanish Railways RENFE Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information Below is a list of hotels that are located near the conference venue Please get in touch with them directly for availability and prices Please note that a city tax per person per night for the stay needs to be paid whether you book in a hotel or through Airbnb Hotel nameAddressBookingsH10 MarinaAvinguda del Bogatell 64 68 Olympic Village 08005 Barcelona map website Tel 34 933 09 79 17 reservas hmb h10hotels comH10 Port VellPas de Sota Muralla 9 08003 Barcelona map website Tel 34 933 10 30 65 reservas hpv h10hotels comH10 MontcadaVia Laietana 24 Ciutat Vella 08003 Barcelona map website Tel 34 932 68 85 70 reservas hm h10hotels comH10 UniversitatRonda de la Univ 21 L Eixample 08007 Barcelona map website Tel 34 933 42 78 50 reservas hu h10hotels comH10 UrquinaonaPl d Urquinaona 2 L Eixample 08010 Barcelona map website Tel 34 932 38 20 40 reservas2 hup h10hotels comHotel SB IcariaAv d Ic ria 195 08005 Barcelona map website Tel 34 932 21 82 00 reservations icaria sbhotels esHotel Ibis StylesCarrer de Llull 71 08005 Hb004742 Barcelona map website Tel 34 934 83 37 48 H9663 accor comMotel OnePg de Pujades 11 13 Sant Mart 08018 Barcelona map website Tel 34 936 26 19 00 iforteza motel one comDerby HotelsHotel Claris map website Hotel Granados map website Hotel Balmes map website Hotel Astoria map website Suites Avenue map website Tel 34 934 876 262 recepcionclaris derbyhotels com Tel 34 934 929 670 granados83 derbyhotels com Tel 34 934 511 914 balmes derbyhotels com Tel 34 932 098 311 astoria derbyhotels com Tel 34 934 874 159 recepsuitesavenue derbyhotels comRESA campus del Mar ResidenciaPg Salvat Papasseit 4 08003 Barcelona map website Tel 34 933 90 40 00 campusdelmar resa esRESA La Ciutadella ResidenciaPasseig Pujades 33 37 08018 Barcelona map website Tel 34 933 94 32 00 ciutadella resa es Local transportation Metro and tram The metro network of Barcelona is very good and the trains are frequent and quick You do not have to worry about timetables Almost all attractions are within walking distance of a metro or tram station When there are no subways the gap can be filled by tram You can find the operating hours of the metro and tram here Buses The operating times of the buses are different for each line You will find a notice board with the timetable at each stop They operate from about 5 00 clock to about 22 00 clock Night bus NitBus Both the metro and the buses do not run all night In Barcelona there is a fairly dense network of night buses to get you back to your hotel all night long Except for the line N0 all lines stop at Pla a Catalunya and can change there The N0 line is a circular line that allows you to circle around the city center and change to the other NitBus The night buses are operated by the private operator AMB which is why the Barcelona Card and Hola BCN Ticket are not valid The N17 line goes to the airport The operating hours of the NitBus are different for each line but they run from about 22 00 to 05 00 clock Further details Address Barcelona Biomedical Research Park C Doctor Aiguader 88 08003 Barcelona EMBL Barcelona is located at the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park PRBB The PRBB is located on Barceloneta seafront between Hospital del Mar and the Arts Hotel in the Olympic Port of Barcelona The conference is taking place in the PRBB auditorium It is located on a raised level in the heart of the PRBB building overlooking the sea with independent access from the rest of the building Access to the Auditorium will be by the stairs located at the entrance of the inner square of the building For people with limited mobility the access through lifts up the 1st floor can be used While on campus please wear your conference badge at all times for security purposes PRBB EMBL Barcelona PhotoCredit Jordi Casa as EMBL Onsite information Catering Lunches and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee The lunch buffets and coffee breaks will be set up in front of the Auditorium Dinners are at the participants own expense unless otherwise specified Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the PRBB auditorium Electricity and charging station The mains voltage in Barcelona is 230 volts AC The flat European standard and the Schuko plug CEE 7 7 fit into the Spanish sockets Most Europeans do not need to buy an adapter plug for Spain Please note that there are no power outlets in the auditorium You can recharge your electronic devices at the reception area We kindly ask you to bring your own charger cables The charging station will be left unattended Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Smoking is prohibited in all PRBB facilities Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless authorised and instructed to do so If first aid is required Assist the casualty and provide first aid if trained to do so Take to Hospital del Mar Pg Maritim Barceloneta 23 31 OR Dial the emergency number 1020 from any internal phone OR Dial 112 Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or dial the emergency number 1020 from any internal phone There will be a loudspeaker announcement in Catalan Spanish English if an evacuation is required On hearing the evacuation message leave the building promptly following the escape route and exit signs and proceed to the meeting point Punto the reuni n on Passeig Maritim Barceloneta next to the sea side Beyond first aid Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor Internet It is easy to access the internet via a wireless connection in any area of the building When connecting a mobile device the operating system automatically recognises the network PRBB The password for this network is darwin1809 The PRBB also participates in the Eduroam project which aims to allow network access for visitors from academic institutions associated with Eduroam Access to the service is always delivered with the same credentials as in the home institution Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at registration and will be stored at the EMBL Barcelona reception for a short whileafter the EMBO workshop Luggage There are no lockers available on site to store your belongings It is highly recommended to leave any valuables in your accommodation An unguarded wardrobe area is behind the registration desk You may use this wardrobe at the last day of the Workshop to store your luggage The venue is directly located at the beachside Be aware of your surroundings and belongings when leaving the building Phone numbers In case of emergency contact Security on the ground floor Ext 1020 0034933160020 Reception Ext 1000 or 0034933160000 Below are the most important emergency service phone numbers for Barcelona Fire service 080 Medical emergencies 061 Police Mossos d Esquadra 088 The Mossos d Esquadra are Catalonia s autonomous community police force They are responsible for crime investigations crime prevention and assistance at accident scenes Gu rdia Urbana 092 The Gu rdia Urbana are responsible for public order by patrollling the roads and streets They also look after traffic safety and control The Guardia Urbana are also the first point of call for everyday situations such as neighbourhood disputes like noise etc All general emergencies 112 Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photographs If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Pickpockets It is highly recommended to leave any valuables in your accommodation The venue is located at the beachside which is a very busy area Be aware of your surroundings and belongings when leaving the building Sightseeing A variety of activities in Barcelona can be found in this website https www barcelona tourist guide com Time Spain operates on Central European time CET which means that the country is 6 hours ahead of eastern standard time EST in the United States and 1 hour ahead of Greenwich mean time GMT Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site participants You can use the event platform to Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or conference platform with anyone else You are encouraged to post about the event Post unless the speaker specifically says otherwise but be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal Advances in Lipoprotein a Research a Science Exploration Press journal BioEssays a Wiley journal BME Horizon a Science Exploration Press journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EMBO Reports an EMBO Press journal Experimental and Molecular Pathology an Elsevier journal FEBS Letters a FEBS Press journal FEBS Open Bio a FEBS Press journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Synthetic Biology and Engineering a Sciepublish journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL wishes to warn sponsors of EMBL conferences and courses of fraudulent schemes purporting to offer sponsorship opportunities on behalf of EMBL or affiliated with EMBL officials One current scam campaign of which we are aware is conducted using the name Judy Eastman judy gopcontact a2hosted com and entails approaches to sponsors offering sponsorship opportunities on EMBL s behalf Please be kindly advised that all relevant communication regarding sponsorship of EMBL conferences symposia and courses is handled by EMBL directly and is sent from an official EMBL account EMBL does not work with any 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences This conference will take place at EMBL Barcelona. Conference overview Vascularisation is a rapidly growing field, with researchers across disciplines recognising its crucial role in organ development, disease progression, and therapeutic delivery. Traditionally, vascular biologists have relied on animal models to investigate key processes such as vascular signalling, angiogenesis, and remodelling. These models remain foundational, however, they do not always fully capture human-specific vascular behaviour. In recent years, advances in multicellular systems, gene editing, stem cell technologies, and bioengineering have created new opportunities to study vascular biology in vitro using human cells. This upcoming edition of the meeting aims to unite...

17 May - 22 May 2026

Advanced fluorescence imaging techniques

Aliaksandr Halavatyi, Joana Delgado Martins, Manuel Gunkel, Robert Kasper

Description OverviewSponsors Overview Application is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Course overview This practical course will cover advanced light microscopy techniques and participants will learn how to derive qualitative and quantitative insights on molecular mechanisms in mechanisms in cells tissues and developing organisms Invited guest researchers together with microscopy experts from EMBL will foster an intense information flow with a balance of lectures and practical workshops The focus of the course will be on the use of fluorescence microscopy to obtain information about localisation and functions of proteins and other bio molecules at different spatial scales What past participants say about the course I highly recommend this course if you are looking to take your fluorescence microscopy experiments to the next level Josefina Marin Rojas Universidad de Chile Chile Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org... OverviewSponsors Overview Application is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Course overview This practical course will cover advanced light microscopy techniques and participants will learn how to derive qualitative and quantitative insights on molecular mechanisms in mechanisms in cells, tissues and developing organisms. Invited guest researchers together with microscopy experts from EMBL will foster an intense information flow with a balance of lectures and practical workshops. The focus of the course will be on the use of fluorescence microscopy to obtain information about localisation and functions of proteins and other bio-molecules at different spatial scales. What past participants say about the course “I highly recommend this course if you are looking to take your fluorescence microscopy experiments to...

19 May - 22 May 2026

Cellular mechanisms driven by phase separation

Paolo Arosio, Sara Cuylen-Haering, Amy Gladfelter, Alex Holehouse

Description OverviewSpeakersPractical informationSponsorsAbout Overview Symposium overview The realisation that intracellular phase transitions underlie the formation of membrane less compartments also known as biomolecular condensates in cells has transformed our understanding of cellular organisation in time and space While the existence of membrane less organelles e g nucleoli stress granules and Cajal bodies had been known for a long time it was unclear until recently how these were formed maintained and regulated Importantly the interdisciplinary nature of the molecular and cellular principles that underlie condensate biology necessitates the combined expertise of cell biology genetics biochemistry biophysics and soft matter physics This interdisciplinary conference will bring together scientists from diverse fields to foster new discoveries and discuss emerging principles in condensate biology Topics will range from basic biophysical principles of condensate formation to the role intracellular phase transitions play in cellular adaptation to the impact condensate dysregulation has on human disease The conference will nurture a new generation of scientists who challenge the boundaries of existing fields and think creatively about how to tackle important emerging questions in cellular organisation adaptation and robustness Session topics Membraneless compartments in the cell Physical structural and molecular principles of condensate form and function Condensates in adaptation Condensates in gene expression and genome organisation Condensate crosstalk with cellular structures Condensates in disease What past participants say about the Symposium The EMBO EMBL Symposium on Cellular Mechanisms Driven by phase separation is a must attend for anyone working in this field as it brings together an interdisciplinary mix of scientists from domains of physics chemistry and biology Great opportunity to listen to excellent and current science Ambuja Navalkar St Jude Children s Research Hospital India Attending this conference has been an incredible opportunity to engage with cutting edge research in the field of bimolecular phase separation Elnaz Hosseini Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research Germany Speakers Keynote speakers Ibrahim Ciss Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics Germany Karla Neugebauer Yale University School of Medicine USA Speakers Charlotte Aumeier University of Geneva Switzerland Elvan B ke Centre for Genomic Regulation CRG Spain Lindsay Case MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology USA Dorothee Dormann Institute of Molecular Biology Germany Allan Drummond University of Chicago USA Eric Dufresne Cornell University USA Roland Knorr University of Cologne Germany Kresten Lindorff Larsen University of Copenhagen Denmark Christine Mayr Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center USA Oliver Mueller Cajar Nanyang Technological University Singapore Singapore Thomas Quail EMBL Heidelberg Germany Christine Roden University of Montreal Canada An ela ari Institute of Science and Technology Austria Austria Richard Young Whitehead Institute USA Scientific organisers Paolo Arosio ETH Zurich Switzerland Sara Cuylen Haering EMBL Heidelberg Germany Amy Gladfelter Duke University USA Alex Holehouse Washington University USA Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Jules Nohle to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Jules Nohle for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for 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the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how 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American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer 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are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersPractical informationSponsorsAbout Overview Symposium overview The realisation that intracellular phase transitions underlie the formation of membrane-less compartments, also known as biomolecular condensates, in cells has transformed our understanding of cellular organisation in time and space. While the existence of membrane-less organelles – e.g. nucleoli, stress granules, and Cajal bodies – had been known for a long time, it was unclear until recently how these were formed, maintained, and regulated. Importantly, the interdisciplinary nature of the molecular and cellular principles that underlie condensate biology necessitates the combined expertise of cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, biophysics, and soft matter physics. This interdisciplinary conference will bring together scientists from diverse fields to foster new discoveries and discuss emerging principles...

27 May - 29 May 2026

BioMalPar XXII: biology and pathology of the malaria parasite

Maria Bernabeu, Bismarck Dinko, Bjorn Kafsack, Kasia Modrzynska

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsors Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview Malaria remains a major global health burden and progress toward its control and elimination has been limited by growing drug resistance the challenge of developing a highly effective and broadly active vaccine reduced commitments to global public health and political instability The goal of BioMalPar is to 1 highlight recent advances in basic and translational research into the biology of malaria parasites their interactions with their mammalian host and mosquito vector and the development of new interventions 2 foster collaboration among researchers in these efforts and 3 provide training and networking opportunities for participants Together we can drive forward the innovations and strategies needed to reduce the terrible toll malaria takes Join us in this crucial endeavour to understand the biology of the malaria parasite and to advance global health Session topics Parasite cell and molecular biology Transmission and vector biology Host parasite interactions Evolution and ecology Genome scale approaches What past participants say about the conference The BioMalPar Conference is its own kind of amazing Great science shared very friendly brilliant scientists and fun meeting It was also my first time at the EMBL Training centre magnificent Joy Kabagenyi University of Glasgow UK I was thoroughly impressed by the breadth of topics covered and the quality of speakers at the conference Especially impressive name of each sessions made the conference a standout event offering rich content and valuable connections with peers and experts It was a rewarding experience Shilpi Jain International Centre of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology New Delhi India Hands down this is one of the best annual malaria meetings in the world I ve attended almost every meeting and every year I m amazed by the fresh science and the amazing progress being reported Manuel Llin s Penn State University USA Speakers Sabrina Absalon Indiana University Bloomington USA Jessica Bryant Institut Pasteur France Tania De Koning Ward Deakin University Australia Ron Dzikowski The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel Elena G mez Diaz Institute of Parasitology and Biomedicine Lopez Neyra Spain Rob Moon London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine UK Eric Ochomo Institute of Parasitology and Biomedicine L pez Neyra Kenya Jetsumon Prachumsri Mahidol University Thailand Filipa Rijo Ferreira University of California Berkeley USA Arthur Talman The University of Montpellier France Sibao Wang Chinese Academy of Sciences China Scientific organisers Maria Bernabeu EMBL Barcelona Spain Bismarck Dinko Kwame Nkrumah University of Science Technology Ghana Bj rn Kafsack Weill Cornell Medical College USA Kasia Modrzynska University of Glasgow UK Emeritus steering group member Jessica Bryant Institut Pasteur France Friedrich Frischknecht Heidelberg University Hospital Germany Conference organiser Chris Stocks EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLMalaria and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Wednesday 27 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker11 30 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 14 45Keynote lecture title to be confirmed14 45 18 15Session 1 Parasite cell molecular biologyChair to be confirmed14 45 15 15Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 115 15 15 30Selected short talk 115 30 15 45Selected short talk 215 45 16 15Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 15 16 45Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 216 45 17 00Selected short talk 317 00 17 15Selected short talk 417 15 18 15Poster sneak peek18 15 19 45Dinner in Canteen19 45 21 15After dinner drinks Day 2 Thursday 28 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 2 Transmission vector biologyChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 309 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 410 45 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 30Selected short talk 811 30 12 00Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 512 45 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 16 30Session 3 Host parasite interactionsInvited speaker 613 30 14 00Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 714 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 16 30Session 4 Evolution ecologyChair to be confirmed15 00 15 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 815 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 00 21 00Evening activity details to be confirmed Day 3 Friday 29 May 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 45Session 5 Genome scale approachesChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 909 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 1010 30 11 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers11 00 11 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 1111 30 11 45Selected short talk 1511 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 12 30Talk title to be confirmedInvited speaker 1212 30 12 45Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 45 13 00Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Meals and coffee breaks Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 760On site PhD Student 660On site Industry 960On site Journal Editors 250 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Virtual registration fees include Possibility to submit an abstract for an oral presentation only Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Chris Stocks for more information Please note that we do not offer complimentary registrations for editors of scientific journals Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis Your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Onsite participants registering to attend are eligible to submit an abstract for an oral presentation and poster Virtual participants registering are eligible to submit an abstract for an oral presentation only Poster submissions are not possible for virtual participation After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Please state your First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and email address Abstract body The limit of 2000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 2 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference or EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers In order to apply for this grant you must be registered by the abstract submission deadline There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of all financial assistance during the abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As further changes in our events are possible you should book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information A list of hotels with rooms on hold will be announced here closer to the time Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code BMP26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings Bus stops for this conference and departure times will be available closer to the date View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsors Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview Malaria remains a major global health burden and progress toward its control and elimination has been limited by growing drug resistance, the challenge of developing a highly effective and broadly active vaccine, reduced commitments to global public health, and political instability. The goal of BioMalPar is to (1) highlight recent advances in basic and translational research into the biology of malaria parasites, their interactions with their mammalian host and mosquito vector, and the development of new interventions, (2) foster collaboration among researchers in these efforts, and (3) provide training and networking opportunities for participants. Together, we can drive forward the innovations and...

27 May - 3 June 2026

Structural characterisation of macromolecular complexes

Matthew Bowler, Ana Casañal, Sagar Bhogaraju, Carlo Petosa, Montserrat Soler López

Description OverviewSpeakers and trainersPreliminary programmeSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Application is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest This course will take place at EMBL Grenoble Course overview Recent advances in cryo electron microscopy tomography cryo EM ET super resolution microscopy and deep learning based protein structure prediction combined with increasingly sophisticated sample preparation methods have transformed structural biology Solving the field s most complex challenges will require researchers who can strategically integrate these powerful tools This course provides a comprehensive overview of modern structural biology methods with emphasis on sample preparation characterisation and data integration Key topics include multi subunit protein expression in bacterial insect and mammalian systems isolation of native complexes invitro reconstitution of protein and protein nucleic acid assemblies biochemical and biophysical approaches to assess stoichiometry and homogeneity This latest edition of this long standing course features a refreshed lineup of speakers and topics highlighting the strategic use of cutting edge protein structure prediction methods and recent advances in in situ structural biology The program aims to equip participants with the theoretical and practical skills needed to combine complementary approaches and apply them to contemporary structural biology research Learning outcomes Participants will learn 3D structure determination of macromolecular assemblies at various resolution scales and strategies to integrate data from X ray crystallography cryo EM SAXS NMR mass spectrometry smFRET and super resolution microscopy What past participants say about the course The course on Structural Characterisation of Macromolecular Complexes was very engaging with lecturers eager to learn about our projects and providing valuable insights I also especially appreciated the opportunity to meet fellow students from all over the world Sophie Roth Harvard University USA It was a wonderfully intense experience I learned more than I thought was possible in a single week Marta Gapinska University of Warsaw Poland This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 1 of 3 Speakers and trainers Speakers and trainers Toshio Ando Kanazawa University Japan Ana Berna ALBA Spain Sagar Bhogaraju EMBL Grenoble France Matthew Bowler EMBL Grenoble France Ana Casanal Human Technopole Italu Francesca Coscia Human Technopole Italy Kristina Djinovic Carugo EMBL Grenoble France Oliver Duss EMBL Heidelberg Germany Trevor Forsyth LINXS Sweden Melissa Graewert EMBL Hamburg Germany Jan Kosinski EMBL Hamburg Germany Eva Kowalinski EMBL Grenoble France Cameron Mackereth University of Bordeaux France Arwen Pearson University of Hamburg Germany Martin Pellose EMBL Hamburg Germany Carlos Petosa Institut de Biologie Structurale France Gaia Pigino Human Technopole Italy Randy Read University of Cambridge UK Jonas Ries University of Vienna Austria Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry Germany Christoph Romier Institut de g n tique et de biologie mol culaire et cellulaire France John Rubenstein University of Toronto Canada Andrea Sinz Martin Luther University Halle Wittenberg Germany Montserrat Soler Lopez European Synchrotron Radiation Facility ESRF France J rg Standfuss Paul Scherrer Institut Switzerland Song Tan The Pennsylvania State University USA Maya Topf CSSB Hamburg Germany Oscar Vadas University of Geneva Switzerland Florian Wollweber EMBL Grenoble France Chloe Zubieta CEA France Scientific organisers Matthew Bowler EMBL Grenoble France Sagar Bhogaraju EMBL Grenoble France Ana Casanal Human Technopole Italy Carlo Petosa Institut de Biologie Structurale France Montserrat Soler Lopez European Synchrotron Radiation Facility ESRF France Course organiser Nathalie Sneider EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOMacromolecular and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings and protocol reading with estimated time 0 10 hours will be required and will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 0 Onboarding Date to be confirmed but around 1 week before the start of the course During this virtual onboarding session the participants will participate in a short icebreaker activity receive access to EMBL eCampus and course material Day 1 Wednesday 27 May 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation12 00 12 30Arrival and registrationIIL EMBL Hall12 30 13 30Lunch and speed networkingIIL EMBL Hall13 30 14 00Welcome house notes and course overview with safety briefingEMBL Seminar Room14 00 15 30FlashtalksEMBL Seminar Room15 30 16 00Coffee BreakIIL EMBL Hall16 00 17 30FlashtalksEMBL Seminar Room17 30 18 00Coffee BreakIIL EMBL Hall18 00 19 00Lecture 1 Structural studies of nucleosome binding complexesSong Tan The Pennsylvania State University USA EMBL Seminar Room19 00 20 00DinnerBouillon A Day 2 Thursday 28 May 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayMatthew Bowler EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 2 Introduction to protein expression in E coliChristophe Romier Institut de g n tique et de biologie mol culaire et cellulaire France EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 3 Eukaryotic expression systemsMartin Pellosse EMBL Grenoble France EMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 4 Mass spectrometry in structural biologyAndrea Sinz Martin Luther University Halle Wittenberg GermanyEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 30Lecture 5 Structural characterisation of protein RNA complexesEva Kowalinski EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room12 30 14 00Lunch breakIIL EMBL Hall14 00 14 15Overview of the practicalsEMBL Seminar Room14 15 16 15Parallel practical session 1Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical A EM intro Electron Microscopy Practical B cryoET FIB SEM Electron Microscopy Practical C cryoEM and cryoET collection Electron Microscopy Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall16 15 16 45Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall16 45 18 45Parallel practical session 2Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical A EM intro Electron Microscopy Practical B cryoET FIB SEM Electron Microscopy Practical C cryoEM and cryoET collection Electron Microscopy Practical E NMR Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall18 45 20 45Group dinner at Restaurant EpicurienRestaurant Epicurien Day 3 Friday 29 May 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayCarlo Petosa Institut de Biologie Structurale FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 6 Introduction to super resolution microscopyJonas Ries Max Perutz Laboratory Vienna EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 7 Single molecule interactions and dynamics in transcription translationOliver Duss EMBL Heidelberg GermanyEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Introduction to small angle x ray scatteringMelissa Graewert EMBL Hamburg GermanyEMBL Seminar Room11 45 13 15Poster Session 1IIL EMBL Hall13 15 14 15Lunch with networking career guidance IIL EMBL Hall14 15 14 30Overview of the practicalsEMBL Seminar Room14 30 16 30Parallel practical session 3Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical I Biophysics BP Practical J AlphaFold2 AF Practical D cryoEM and cryoET analysis Electron Microscopy Practical E NMR Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall16 30 17 00Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall17 00 19 00Parallel practical session 4Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical B cryoET FIB SEM Electron Microscopy Practical C cryoEM ET data collection Electron Microscopy Practical I Biophysics BP Practical J AlphaFold2 AF Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall19 00 20 00DinnerCanteen Day 4 Saturday 30 May 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayMontserrat Soler Lopez European Synchrotron Radiation Facility FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 9 Introduction to modern macromolecular crystallographyMatthew Bowler EMBL Grenoble France EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 10 Serial X ray crystallographyJ rg Standfuss Paul Scherrer Institut USAEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 11 Time resolved studiesArwen Pearson CFEL HamburgEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 30Lecture 12 Neutrons in structural biologyTrevor Forsyth LINXS Lund SwedenEMBL Seminar Room12 30 13 15LunchCanteen13 15 13 30Overview of the practicalsEMBL Seminar Room13 30 15 30Parallel practical session 5Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical J AlphaFold2 AF Practical E NMR Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Practical H Mass Spectrometry MS Practical G Serial prep and Serial MX Serial crystallography Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall15 30 16 00Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall16 00 18 00Parallel practical session 6Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical C cryoEM ET collection Electron Microscopy Practical D cryoEM and cryoET analysis Electron Microscopy Practical H Mass Spectrometry MS Practical J AlphaFold2 AF Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall18 00 19 00DinnerCanteen Day 5 Sunday 31 May 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayAna Casanal HT Milan ItalyEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 13 Introduction to cryo EMFrencesca Coscia Human Technopole Milan Italy EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 14 Cryo electron tomographyFlorian Wollweber EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 15 Nuclear Pore ComplexJan Kosinski EMBL Hamburg GermanyEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 45LunchCanteen12 45 14 15Poster session 2IIL EMBL Hall14 15 19 00Excursion Group visit to Vizille CastleEMBL Seminar Room19 00 21 00DinnerRestaurant Epicurien Day 6 Monday 1 June 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the daySagar Bhogaraju EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 16 Atomic Force MicroscopyToshio Ando University of Japan EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 17 Introduction to NMR spectroscopyCameron Mackereth University of Bordeaux FranceEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 18 Biophysical characterisation of protein complexesKristina Djinovic Carugo EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 30Lecture 19 HDX mass spec of protein complexesOscar Vadas University of Geneva CHEMBL Seminar Room12 30 13 30LunchCanteen13 30 13 45Overview of the practicalsEMBL Seminar Room13 45 15 45Parallel practical session 7Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical F SAXS Small Angle X ray Scattering Practical G Serial prep and Serial MX Serial crystallography Practical E NMR Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Practical A EM intro Electron Microscopy Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall15 45 16 15Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall16 15 18 15Parallel practical session 8Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical G Serial prep and Serial MX Serial crystallography Practical H Mass Spectrometry MS Practical A EM intro Electron Microscopy Practical F SAXS Small Angle X ray Scattering Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall18 15DinnerLa Chappelle restaurant Day 7 Tuesday 2 June 2026 Time Europe Grenoble SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayMatthew Bowler EMBL Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 20 MD and cryoEMMaya Topf CSSB Hamburg Germany EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 21 Opportunities and challenges of AI methods in structural biologyRandy Read University of Cambridge UKEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 22 Time resolved cryoEM of ATP synthaseJohn Rubenstein Hospital for Sick Kids CanadaEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 30Panel discussion on responsible conduct of researchEMBL Seminar Room12 30 13 15LunchCanteen13 15 13 30Overview of the practicalsEMBL Seminar Room13 30 15 30Parallel practical session 9Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical B cryoEM and cryoET analysis Electron Microscopy Practical F SAXS Small Angle X ray Scattering Practical H Mass Spectrometry MS Practical I Biophysics BP Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall15 30 16 00Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall16 00 18 00Parallel practical session 10Participants divided into 4 groups of 5attend one of the practical sessionsPractical D cryoEM and cryoET analysis Electron Microscopy Practical F SAXS Small Angle X ray Scattering Practical G Serial prep and Serial MX Serial crystallography Practical I Biophysics BP Meeting point IIL EMBL Hall18 00 18 30Coffee breakIIL EMBL Hall18 30 19 15Lecture 23 Structural data visualisationMargot Riggi Max Planck Munich GermanyMeeting point IIL EMBL Hall19 15 21 00Course dinnerCorne d or Restaurant Day 8 Wednesday 3 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 45 09 00Overview of the dayCarlo Petosa Institut de Biologie Structurale FranceEMBL Seminar Room09 00 09 45Lecture 24 X ray imaging in structural biologyAna Berna ALBA Barcelona Spain EMBL Seminar Room09 45 10 30Lecture 25 Phase separationChloe Zubieta CEA Grenoble FranceEMBL Seminar Room10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakersIIL EMBL Hall11 00 11 45Lecture 26 Structural studies of cilliaGaia Pigino Human Technopole Milan ItalyEMBL Seminar Room11 45 12 30Course evaluationEMBL Seminar Room12 30 13 30LunchCanteen Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL wishes to warn sponsors of EMBL conferences and courses of fraudulent schemes purporting to offer sponsorship opportunities on behalf of EMBL or affiliated with EMBL officials One current scam campaign of which we are aware is conducted using the name Judy Eastman judy gopcontact a2hosted com and entails approaches to sponsors offering sponsorship opportunities on EMBL s behalf Please be kindly advised that all relevant communication regarding 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OverviewSpeakers and trainersPreliminary programmeSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Application is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. This course will take place at EMBL Grenoble. Course overview Recent advances in cryo-electron microscopy/tomography (cryo-EM/ET), super-resolution microscopy, and deep-learning-based protein structure prediction, combined with increasingly sophisticated sample preparation methods, have transformed structural biology. Solving the field’s most complex challenges will require researchers who can strategically integrate these powerful tools. This course provides a comprehensive overview of modern structural biology methods, with emphasis on sample preparation, characterisation, and data integration. Key topics include:...

2 June 2026

From sequences to structures: Protein characterisation using EMBL-EBI APIs

Meredith Willmott

Description Proteins are fundamental to biological processes and understanding their sequence structure and function is crucial for various applications in research This one day hands on virtual workshop will guide participants through a structured programmatic workflow using EMBL EBI resources Participants will learn how to retrieve protein sequences identify homologs annotate functional domains and explore structural information using REST APIs The course emphasises programmatic access APIs to integrate sequence functional and structural data into a unified analysis pipeline Through a step by step Python workflow participants will apply different EMBL EBI tools to analyse an example protein gaining practical experience in automating large scale protein data analysis Virtual courseThis course will take place on Zoom Trainers will be available to assist during practical sessions answer questions and provide further explanations during the Zoom To join the course you will need to create an EMBL EBI Training website account... Proteins are fundamental to biological processes, and understanding their sequence, structure, and function is crucial for various applications in research. This one-day, hands-on virtual workshop will guide participants through a structured, programmatic workflow using EMBL-EBI resources. Participants will learn how to retrieve protein sequences, identify homologs, annotate functional domains, and explore structural information using REST APIs. The course emphasises programmatic access (APIs) to integrate sequence, functional, and structural data into a unified analysis pipeline. Through a step-by-step Python workflow, participants will apply different EMBL-EBI tools to analyse an example protein, gaining practical experience in automating large-scale protein data analysis.Virtual courseThis course will take place on Zoom. Trainers will be available to assist during practical sessions,...

7 June - 12 June 2026

Whole transcriptome data analysis

Marco Beccuti, Vladimir Benes, Raffaele Calogero, Francesca Cordero

Description OverviewSpeakers trainers and staffPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This course will teach biological researchers how to analyse biological data sets using open source software The course provides an introduction to the fundamental approaches for analyzing bulk RNAseq single cell RNAseq and single cell multi omics scRNAseq ATACseq Most of the analysis will be performed with docker4seq and rCASC packages which were developed to facilitate the use of computing demanding applications in the field of NGS data analysis Docker4seq and rCASC packages use docker containers that embed demanding computing tasks e g short reads mapping into isolated containers This approach provides multiple advantages the user does not need to install all the software on its local server the results generated by different containers can be organised in pipelines and reproducible research is guarantee by the possibility of sharing the docker images used for the analysis Computers for hands on exercises will be provided along with demo data sets Audience This course was developed for biological researchers as the intended audience Basic knowledge of massively parallel sequencing MPS is desirable however R coding skills and deep knowledge of statistics are not necessary What past participants say about the course I came with high expectations and they were fully met The balance between theory and hands on work was perfect and the support was amazing Janno Harjes Axolabs GmbH Germany This course offers an exceptionally clear and accessible introduction to RNA seq analysis perfect for researchers new to bioinformatics The well structured content and hands on approach offer a solid foundation for independently analyzing RNA seq data using open access and user friendly computational tools Pedro Perdig o Center for Neuroscience and Cell Biology University of Coimbra Portugal Speakers trainers and staff Luca Alessandri University of Turin Italy Marco Beccuti University of Turin Italy Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany Raffaele Calogero University of Turin Italy Maria Luisa Ratto University of Turin Italy Scientific organisers Marco Beccuti University of Turin Italy Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany Raffaele Calogero University of Turin Italy Francesca Cordero University of Turin Italy Course Organiser Inna B sselmann EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Day 1 Sunday 7 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation09 00 09 30Welcome and course overviewVladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg Germany09 30 10 00Participants flash talksCourtyard A B room10 00 11 00RNA seq cool but is it that simple Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard A B room11 00 11 30Coffee break11 30 13 00RNA seq cool but is it that simple Vladimir Benes EMBL Heidelberg GermanyCourtyard A B room13 00 14 00Lunch14 00 15 00Docker container and reproducibilityLuca Alessandri University of Turin ItalyCourtyard A B room15 00 15 30Experimental design bulk RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyCourtyard A B room15 30 16 00Coffee break16 00 18 00QC bulk RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyCourtyard A B room18 00 19 00Pizza dinner in the rooftop loungeRooftop lounge19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 2 Monday 8 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation08 40 09 00Bus from ISG to EMBLISG Hotel entrance09 00 09 30Counting reads bulk RNAseqFrancesca Corder University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab09 30 10 00Counting reads miRNAFrancesca Cordero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab10 00 10 30Coffee breakATC Foyer10 30 12 00PCA a linear dimensionality reduction methodFrancesca Cordero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 30Differential expression analysis for bulk RNAseqFrancesca Cordero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab14 30 15 00Visualising differentially expressed data Heat maps Raffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab15 00 16 30Mining differential expression results for bulk RNAseqFrancesca Cordero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab16 30 17 00Coffee breakEMBL Canteen17 00 18 00Social programme Facility tour18 00 19 00DinnerEMBL Canteen19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 3 Tuesday 9 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation08 40 09 00Bus from ISG to EMBLISG Hotel entrance09 00 11 00Individual exercises on bulk RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee breakATC Foyer11 30 12 30Individual exercises on bulk RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 14 30QC single cells RNAseqRaffaele Calogero University of TurinComputer Training Lab14 30 15 00Non linear dimensionality reduction for single cell RNAseqMarco Beccuti University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab15 00 15 30Coffee breakATC Foyer15 30 16 30Sub population discovery in single cell RNAseq clusteringMarco Beccuti University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab16 30 18 00Excercises18 00 19 00DinnerEMBL Canteen19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 4 Wednesday 10 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation08 40 09 00Bus from ISG to EMBLISG Hotel entrance09 00 10 00Annotating cell types after sub population discoveryRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab10 00 11 00scRNA data integrationMarco Beccuti University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee breakATC Foyer11 30 12 30Introduction to Seurat packageRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab12 30 13 30Lunch and group photoEMBL Canteen13 30 18 00Individual exercises on single cell RNAseq Seurat package Computer Training Lab18 00 19 00DinnerEMBL Canteen19 00Bus to ISG HotelIATC Entrance Day 5 Thursday 11 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation09 00 09 30Bus from ISG to EMBLISG Hotel entrance09 30 10 00An introduction to scATACseq as scMultiomicsRaffaele Calogero University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab10 00 10 30Creating a scATACseq object singac package Raffaele Calogero Luca Alessandri University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab10 30 11 00Computing QC metrics annotationRaffaele Calogero Luca Alessandri University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee breakATC Foyer11 30 12 00Normalization dimensionality reduction and clusteringRaffaele Calogero Marco Beccuti University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 13 30scATAC seq data integrationRaffaele Calogero Luca Alessandri University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab13 30 14 00Plotting dataRaffaele Calogero Luca Alessandri University of Turin Italy14 00 18 00Individual exercises on single cell ATACseqATC Foyer18 00 18 30Social dinner downtownBus to ISG from EMBL ATC 20 minutes at ISG hotel to drop things EMBL Canteen18 30 19 00Social dinnerBus from ISG to Neckarm nzplatz to the restaurantRestaurant downtown19 00Bus to ISG HotelATC Entrance Day 6 Friday 12 June 2026 Time Berlin Europe SpeakerLocation09 00 09 30Bus from ISG to EMBLISG Hotel entrance09 30 10 30Buinding a DockerLuca Alessandri University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab10 30 11 00Coffee breakATC Foyer11 00 12 30Data mining with OrangeMarco Beccuti University of Turin ItalyComputer Training Lab12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 16 00Revision exercisesComputer Training Lab16 00 16 30Final remarksVladimir Benes Raffaele Calogero Marco BeccutiLuca AlessandriComputer Training Lab16 30Bus to Heidelberg train stationATC Entrance Practical information Registration fees and motivation letter The course is limited to 28 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration Registration fees include admission course materials meals and coffee breaks Participants are expected to book and pay their own accommodation and travel expenses Academia 740PhD Student 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they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance at the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your motivation letter for courses In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application For the Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds Travel Grant there is a pre application question during the motivation letter submission process and if selected you will be requested to complete a standard form and documentation consisting of your travel expense estimation Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details See our list of external funding opportunities and for further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Accommodation and travel Travel information For travel information please see here If you are travelling to the conference within Germany then you are eligible for the Deutsche Bahn Event Ticket called the Veranstaltungsticket in German This will result in a lower ticket price if your travel distance to Heidelberg is more than 100 km You need to provide proof of your event attendance when purchasing the ticket For more information in English see here or in German see here You can book your ticket here Hotel Accommodation is not included in the registration fee Participants are expected to book and pay for their own accommodation A mix of single and twin rooms have been reserved for 6 nights from Saturday 31 May Friday 6 June at the ISG Hotel Single rooms are limited and will be available on a first come first served basis After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with a booking code code of your course e g DAT25 01 by the deadline of Wednesday 30 April 2025 We recommend that all course participants stay in the dedicated hotel for the course Local transport Shuttle buses will go from the ISG Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg GermanyFor more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a wide variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the laboratories Electricity and charging station In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk EMBL Merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order or get in contact with your Course Organiser Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Health and safety notes Please read EMBL s COVID 19 safety policy for on site events Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg In any case the EMBL Course and Conference Office will assist you to get to the pharmacy and a doctor of your choice if necessary Internet Wi Fi is available on campus Log in using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Room for prayer yoga and meditation There is a room for prayer meditation and yoga located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Travel to and from the venue During the event we provide conference shuttle buses to and from EMBL In addition there is the public bus 39A that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time Information on the shuttle buses can be found on the individual event website and more detailed information on travelling to EMBL can be found on our Travel Information page Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Additional information Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany ATC orientation map Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions COVID 19 safety policy and travelling to EMBL on our Information for Participants page Technical requirements and event software Technical requirements Below you will find the software and technical requirements for this course Participants need to bring their own laptops which will be used to remotely access EMBL virtual machines with pre installed software You will need admin rights to install the software required to access the virtual machines If you do not have admin rights please contact your technical support team in advance to make sure the software can be installed If you have a non standard HDMI port other than type A you need to bring an adaptor Keyboard and PC mouse are available for use with a standard USB port If you have a different port type such as USB C you will need to bring your own Event software The EMBL eCampus learning platform will be used to collaborate communicate and network with all of the course participants All participants will receive information on how to join shortly 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via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakers, trainers and staffPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This course will teach biological researchers how to analyse biological data sets using open-source software.  The course provides an introduction to the fundamental approaches for analyzing bulk RNAseq, single-cell RNAseq, and single-cell multi-omics scRNAseq/ATACseq. Most of the analysis will be performed with docker4seq and rCASC packages, which were developed to facilitate the use of computing demanding applications in the field of NGS data analysis. Docker4seq and rCASC packages use docker containers that embed demanding computing tasks (e.g. short reads mapping) into isolated containers. This approach provides multiple advantages: the user does not need to install all the software on its local server, the results generated by different containers can be...

9 June - 12 June 2026

Mechanobiology across the tree of life

Alba Diz-Muñoz, Nicoletta Petridou, Enrique Rojas, Xavier Trepat, Kirsty Wan

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationAboutSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview How do cells and tissues build themselves and respond to their environment Over the past decade it has become clear that physico chemical properties are rapidly modulated to accommodate or drive changes in shape or behavior and to exchange matter and information with the environment Solving the grand challenges of this field requires integrating expertise from biology physics and engineering Furthermore understanding which processes are system specific and which represent generalizable principles requires us to use an evolutionary lens to compare across the tree of life Responding to this important challenge we bring together researchers across all biological systems who will particularly focus on new technologies that empower studies of cell wall cytoskeleton and membrane biology such as advanced imaging in in vitro and in vivo systems as well as approaches combining molecular biology with computational and biophysical approaches Since this is a new and expanding area we will have a particular focus on early career researchers Our goal is to inspire catalyse and foster collaborations across diverse communities to reach a comprehensive understanding of mechanobiology across kingdoms integrating cell wall actin and membrane biochemistry and biophysics with cell mechanics Session topics Molecular and subcellular mechanics and mechanotransduction Cell and tissue dynamics Organismal morphogenesis Mechanobiology of disease ageing and regeneration Theoretical and computational mechanobiology Bacterial mechanobiology Plant mechanobiology New technologies in mechanobiology Speakers Keynote speakers Caren Norden Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine Portugal Manu Prakash Stanford University USA Speakers Karen Alim Technical University of Munich Germany Daria Bonazzi Institut Pasteur France David Br ckner University of Basel Switzerland Agathe Chaigne Utrecht University The Netherlands Knut Drescher University of Basel Switzerland Ethan Garner Harvard University USA Stephan Grill Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics Germany Olivier Hamant cole normale sup rieure de Lyon France Kinneret Keren Technion Israel Institute of Technology Israel Thomas Lecuit Marseille Developmental Biology Institute France Natasha Mhatre University of Western Ontario Canada Naomi Nakayama Imperial College London UK Ulrich Schwarz Heidelberg University Germany Danijela Vignjevic Institut Curie France Orion Weiner University of California San Francisco USA Scientific organisers Alba Diz Mu oz EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nicoletta Petridou EMBL Heidelberg Germany Enrique Rojas New York University USA Xavier Trepat Institute or Bioengineering of Catalonia Spain Kirsty Wan University of Exeter UK Programme Are you on social media Post using EESMechanobiology and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The bus schedule for the shuttle bus is available here Day 1 Tuesday 9 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 14 30The retina in its environment How tissue context shapes lamination and symmetryCaren Norden Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine Portugal14 30 18 00Session 114 30 15 00Information flow and self organization in developmental systemsDavid Br ckner University of Basel Switzerland15 00 15 15Selected short talk 115 15 15 30Selected short talk 215 30 16 00Coffee break and meet the speakers16 00 16 30Multiscale mechanosensing through microtubulesOlivier Hamant cole normale sup rieure de Lyon France16 30 16 45Selected short talk 316 45 17 00Selected short talk 417 00 18 00Poster sneak peek18 00 19 30Dinner in Canteen19 30 21 00After dinner drinks Day 2 Wednesday 10 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 00Session 209 00 09 30To be confirmedStephan Grill Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics Germany09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee break and meet the speakers10 30 11 00To be confirmedDaria Bonazzi Institut Pasteur France11 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 30Selected short talk 811 30 12 00To be confirmedDanijela Vignjevic Institut Curie France12 00 13 30Lunch and meet the editors13 30 16 00Session 313 30 14 00To be confirmedKaren Alim Technical University of Munich Germany14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee break and meet the speakers15 00 15 30Mechanical and chemical cell cell interactions in bacterial biofilm communitiesKnut Drescher University of Basel Switzerland15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Flash talk session 116 30 18 00Poster session 1 odd numbers 18 00Free evening Day 3 Thursday 11 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 00Session 409 00 09 30Physics of Hydra morphogenesisKinneret Keren Technion Israel Institute of Technology Israel09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee break and meet the speakers10 30 11 00To be confirmedEthan Garner Harvard University USA11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 30Selected short talk 1611 30 12 00Mechanics of abscission we built this bridge on microtubulesAgathe Chaigne Utrecht University The Netherlands12 00 13 30Lunch13 30 16 30Session 513 30 14 00To be confirmedThomas Lecuit Marseille Developmental Biology Institute France14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee break and meet the speakers15 00 15 30Measuring active processes in insect mechanosensationNatasha Mhatre University of Western Ontario Canada15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 00Selected short talk 2016 00 16 30Mechanobiology of malaria parasitesUlrich Schwarz Heidelberg University Germany16 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 18 30Poster session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 30Conference dinner in the canteen20 30 23 30Party Day 4 Friday 12 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 30Session 609 00 09 30To be confirmedOrion Weiner University of California San Francisco USA09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2109 45 10 00Selected short talk 2310 00 10 30Coffee break and meet the speakers10 30 11 00Predicting future organismal forms from biomechanical insightsNaomi Nakayama Imperial College London United Kingdom11 00 11 15Selected short talk 2211 15 12 00Keynote speaker To be confirmedManu Prakash Stanford University USA12 00 12 15Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 15 12 30Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Catherine Casas Saavedra to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 190Virtual PhD Student 240Virtual Industry 290 Note Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Catherine Casas Saavedra for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of all financial assistance during the abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As further changes in our events are possible you should book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 11 May 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code EES26 06 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel Bayrischer Hof Click here to contact the hotel directlyB B HotelClick here to contact the hotel directlyThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel Holl nder Hof Click here to contact the hotel directlyInterCity Hotel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel ibis HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreClick here to contact the hotel directlyMeininger Heidelberg Click here to contact the hotel directly for this hotel please use code EMBL2026 Hilton HeidelbergHotel MonptiClick here to contact the hotel directlyPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumClick here to contact the hotel directlyStaycity Aparthotel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyStaycity Aparthotel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyHotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directly Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage Opposite Main Train Station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche Bus stop Hans B ckler Str 22l Bus stop ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the porgramme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your smartphone tablet etc In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances laptop i e American Japanese etc A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your print outs at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and Found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the Auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC Registration Desk room 10 205 Dial the Emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions Where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents to the conference officer at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the Emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or donverence platfrom with anyone else Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event Post unless the speaker specifically says otherwise but be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal BME Horizon a Science Exploration Press journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EMBO Reports an EMBO Press journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Journal a FEBS Press journal FEBS Open Bio a FEBS Press journal Geromedicine a Science Exploration Press journal Journal of Cell Science a The Company of Biologists journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal Synthetic Biology and Engineering a Sciepublish journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationAboutSponsorsMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview How do cells and tissues build themselves and respond to their environment? Over the past decade it has become clear that physico-chemical properties are rapidly modulated to accommodate or drive changes in shape or behavior and to exchange matter and information with the environment. Solving the grand challenges of this field requires integrating expertise from biology, physics, and engineering. Furthermore, understanding which processes are system-specific and which represent generalizable principles requires us to use an evolutionary lens to compare across the tree of life. Responding to this important challenge, we bring together researchers across all biological systems who will particularly focus...

15 June - 19 June 2026

Data science for life scientists

Juanita Riveros

Description This course will introduce life scientists to practical data science methods increasingly used in research with a particular focus on statistics and machine learning using Python as the language of choice Participants will learn how to prepare process and visualise some key biological datatypes and gain hands on experience in training and evaluating machine learning models using publicly available data The course will combine morning lectures supported by short practical exercises where relevant with afternoons working on group projects providing independent hands on experience in applying what is learnt to research questions Trainers and mentors will be available throughout to guide participants and offer advice and feedback Group projectsA central part of the course is the group project You will work in small groups applying machine learning approaches to a biological question of interest These projects will follow a framework suggested by the mentors but be driven by participants with as much support and input from mentors as you need During the application process you will be asked to indicate your preferences from a list of biological applications for the group project work During the course following a framework provided by project mentors each group will finalise their project aims collect and process data and apply machine learning approaches to address their research question Groups will receive regular feedback and support from mentors and are expected to take an active role in driving their projects forward collaboratively There will be daily opportunities to present progress so far and receive feedback and the projects will end with a flash talk session on the last day giving participants the opportunity to present the data methods and insights they have developed during the training... This course will introduce life scientists to practical data science methods increasingly used in research, with a particular focus on statistics and machine learning, using Python as the language of choice. Participants will learn how to prepare, process, and visualise some key biological datatypes, and gain hands-on experience in training and evaluating machine learning models using publicly available data. The course will combine morning lectures (supported by short practical exercises where relevant) with afternoons working on group projects, providing independent, hands-on experience in applying what is learnt to research questions. Trainers and mentors will be available throughout to guide participants and offer advice and feedback. Group projectsA central part of the course is the group project. You will work in small groups, applying machine learning approaches to a...

16 June - 19 June 2026

Hands-on course for sample preparation and data analysis in proteomics

Dominic Helm, Mandy Rettel, Frank Stein

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Course overview The course will give an introduction to the theoretical aspects of the analysis of proteins peptides by mass spectrometry Participants will get hands on experience in sample preparation for a quantitative comparison across samples and perform a state of the art sample preparation and tandem mass tag labelling Samples prepared by the participants will be measured by liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry In a session focused on bioinformatics analysis participants will use FragPipe and FragPipe Analyst in order to process the acquired data Audience Applicants should have a basic understanding of protein biology and should know the principle of proteomics The course is aimed at beginners who are new to proteomics or have minimal practical experience to start applying the acquired knowledge in their own research Modules resources Sample preparation TMT theory and technical aspects Phosphoproteomics Introduction to MS technology From spectra to spreadsheet tables with FragPipe Data assessment quality control from spreadsheet outputs Useful online tools for proteomics Differential abundance analysis with FragPipe Analyst Applications in proteomics Learning outcomes State of the art sample preparation Learning which aspects of sample preparation can influence the outcome of the experiment Getting insights into different proteomics applications Understanding challenges working with PTMs Fundamentals of proteomics data analysis Visualisation of proteomics data Participant commitment Full time attendance is required for the course duration What past participants say about the course The course was an incredible experience combining well structured theoretical sessions with exceptional hands on wet lab practices The unique opportunity to work directly in the lab was the highlight for me making this course stand out among others Highly recommended Diego M rquez University of Birmingham UK Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Isabelle Becher EMBL Heidelberg Germany Dominic Helm The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center USA Jasmin Jansen EMBL Heidelberg Germany Michal Nadler Holly Thermo Fisher Scientific Germany Mandy Rettel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nina Schmitt EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jennifer Schwarz EMBL Heidelberg Germany Frank Stein EMBL Heidelberg Scientific organisers Dominic Helm The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center USA Mandy Rettel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Frank Stein EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Luc a Rodriguez Minutta EMBL Heidelberg Germany Michelle Steinhauer EMBL Heildelberg Germany Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLProteomics and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 16 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation08 30 09 00Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntrancePremier Inn Hotel09 00 09 15Registration and welcomeFlex Lab A B09 15 09 30Course overview and introduction to Proteomics Core FacilityFlex Lab A B09 50 10 30Flash talks by participantsFlex Lab A B10 30 10 45Coffee BreakCourtyard Room A B10 45 12 00Lecture Sample preparationMandy Rettel EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Lab A B12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 13 15Introduction to PracticalsFlex Lab A B Training Lab B13 15 15 15Practical 1 Cell lysis Solubility assay Benzonase treatment Protein determination by Tryptophan assayTraining Lab B15 15 15 45Coffee BreakCourtyard Room A B15 45 17 45Practical 2 Reduction alkylation SP3 protocol digestion Chloroform Methanol precipitation digestionTraining Lab B17 45 18 30MS GameFlex Lab A B Training Lab B18 30 20 30DinnerEMBL Canteen Day 2 Wednesday 17 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation09 00 09 10Overview of the dayFlex Lab A B Training Lab B09 10 10 25Practical 3 SDC precipitation and desalting Phospho sample Peptide extraction TMT labelling of solubility sampleTraining Lab B10 25 10 55Lecture TMT theory and technical aspectsMichal Nadler Holly Thermo Fisher Scientific GermanyFlex Lab A B10 55 11 10Coffee break Quenching at end of coffee breakCourtyard Room A B11 10 12 10Lecture PhosphoproteomicsJennifer Schwarz EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Lab A B12 10 13 10LunchEMBL Canteen13 10 14 10Practical 4 Multiplexing Sample desalting Fe IMAC enrichmentFlex Lab A B14 15 15 40Lecture Introduction to MS technologyDominic Helm MD Anderson Cancer Center USAFlex Lab A B15 40 16 10Q A session with coffee16 10 16 55Practical 5 Load samples on Mass spec Facility tourProteomics Core Facility16 55 17 30Lecture Workflow overviewFrank Stein EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Lab A B17 30 Free evening Day 3 Thursday 18 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation09 00 09 10Overview of the dayComputer Training Lab09 10 09 40Lecture Raw file analysis with FreestyleMichal Nadler Holly Themo fisher scientific GermanyComputer Training Lab09 40 10 30Lecture Raw file processing with FragPipeFrank Stein EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab10 30 10 50Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B10 50 12 00Computer Practical Analysis of own solubility data with FragPipeComputer Training Lab12 00 13 00LunchEMBL Canteen13 00 14 00Lecture What data can tell you about your experimental workflow Frank Stein EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab14 00 14 25Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B14 25 16 25Practical Analysis of own Phosphoproteomics data with FragPipeComputer Training Lab16 25 16 50Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B16 50 17 50Computer Practical Usage of bioinformatics toolsJennifer Schwarz EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab17 50 18 05Bus to restaurant18 05 20 05Outside Dinner 20 05 20 20Bus return to hotel Day 4 Friday 19 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SpeakerLocation09 00 09 10Overview of the dayFlex Lab A B09 10 10 25Lecture Quantitative and statistical data analysis workflowFrank Stein EMBL Heidelberg GermanyComputer Training Lab10 25 10 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B10 45 11 45Computer Practical Fragpipe Analyst solubility dataComputer Training Lab11 45 12 45LunchEMBL Canteen12 45 13 45Computer Practical Fragpipe Analyst phospho dataComputer Training Lab13 45 14 30Lecture Applications of proteomicsMikhail Savitski EMBL Heidelberg GermanyFlex Lab A B14 30 16 30Q A session Discussion of individual projects with PCFFlex Lab A B16 30 16 45Final remarks and closingFlex Lab A B16 45Bus to Heidelberg train station and city center Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 16 participants For selection purposes please note that your application will not be considered without a letter of motivation Registration fees Your registration for this course includes Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract if applicable Meals and coffee breaks Course materials Access to the e learning platform A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses Academia 615PhD Student 615Industry 1125 Confirmation and payment The registration fee should be paid only after acceptance to the course The results will be announced approximately 2 3 weeks after the application deadline Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the course please inform your course contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted motivation letter will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Further details For further information about registration please refer to the FAQ page Submitting a motivation letter After you have logged in and successfully registered you will receive an email asking you to submit your motivation letter Click on the link provided and enter your motivation letter in the text box provided Alternatively you can submit your motivation letter by clicking on the link on the confirmation page directly after registering Instructions Include your relevant skills experience and qualifications showing why you would be suitable for the course Explain why you would like to attend including what you can contribute and how you think you will benefit from the course Please note The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised For detailed instructions please watch our video on how to submit a course motivation letter Further details For further information about registration and motivation letter submission please refer to the FAQ page Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Course from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Original receipts must be provided with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Scanned copies cannot be accepted Childcare grants There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers trainers and organisers when attending a course Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds travel grant Applies to selected courses only Availability will be indicated during the abstract or motivation letter submission process This grant covers costs related to your attendance to the course registration travel and accommodation costs The grant is restricted to PhD students and postdocs who conduct basic biomedical research Whether you are eligible to apply for a travel grant depends on when you received your university entrance qualification e g Abitur A Levels High School Diploma Final State Examination for PhD and MD students as well as graduates the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 11 years ago at the time of the envisaged course for postdocs the university entrance qualification must not have been obtained more than 13 years ago at the time of the envisaged course Application You can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be 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this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Further details Check out this list of external funding opportunities For further information about financial assistance please refer to the FAQ page Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event Read our FAQ for more information Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information on our travel information page Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the registration fee A mix of single and twin rooms have been reserved for 3 nights from 16 to 19 June 2026 at the Premier Inn hotel Single rooms are limited and will be available on a first come first served basis After the selection process selected participants should contact the hotel directly to make a booking with a booking code code of your course e g SDP26 01 by the deadline of 19 May 2026 We recommend that all course participants stay at the dedicated hotel for the course Local transportation Course shuttle buses Shuttle buses will go from the Premier Inn Hotel to EMBL and back mornings and evenings A bus schedule and location of the bus stops will be made available prior to the meeting Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information please refer to the local transportation RNV website You may also walk from the ISG Hotel to EMBL takes up to 30 minutes Map to walk from ISG Hotel to EMBL Further details Address EMBL Heidelberg Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or a member of the Course and Conference Office Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You 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OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Course overview The course will give an introduction to the theoretical aspects of the analysis of proteins/peptides by mass spectrometry. Participants will get hands-on experience in sample preparation for a quantitative comparison across samples and perform a state of the art sample preparation and tandem mass tag labelling. Samples prepared by the participants will be measured by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry. In a session focused on bioinformatics analysis, participants will use FragPipe and FragPipe-Analyst in order to process the acquired data. Audience Applicants should have a basic understanding of protein biology and should know the principle of proteomics. The course is aimed at beginners who are new to proteomics or have minimal practical experience to start applying the acquired...

17 June - 20 June 2026

Microtubules: from atoms to complex systems

Carsten Janke, Zdenek Lansky, Francois Nedelec, Kassandra Ori-McKenney

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview Symposium overview This symposium initiated in 2010 and held every two years since brings together both early career and established researchers from around the world who share an interest in microtubule biology and its relevance to human health and disease It has grown into a central venue for fostering collaboration and exchanging new ideas in the field The microtubule cytoskeleton plays a vital role in diverse cellular processes including chromosome segregation vesicle and organelle transport cell motility and the establishment of polarity When microtubule function is impaired the consequences include human diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders making microtubules key therapeutic targets Recent advances have come from interdisciplinary approaches that integrate cell biology genetics molecular biology biochemistry biophysics structural biology and mathematical modeling greatly expanding the impact and scope of microtubule research As the field continues to diversify the need for a strong unifying meeting becomes increasingly important This symposium addresses that need by bringing together researchers across disciplines and career stages The program will feature inspiring keynote lectures numerous short talks selected from submitted abstracts dynamic poster sessions and dedicated opportunities for networking and community building Session topics Harnessing microtubules Microtubule based cell architecture Microtubules in the nervous system Microtubules inside neurons Decoding microtubules Control of microtubule based transport Microtubules in cell division Speakers Keynote speakers Martin Chalfie Columbia University USA Michael L Shelanski Columbia University USA Speakers Charlotte Aumeier University of Geneva Switzerland Frank Bradke German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases Germany Marcus Braun Institute of Biotechnology Czech Academy of Sciences Czech Republic Alan Brown Harvard University USA Eva Deinum Wageningen University The Netherlands Jennifer DeLuca Colorado State University USA Karin John Universit Grenoble Alpes France Richard McKenney University of California Davis USA Pleasantine Mill University of Edinburgh UK Binyam Mogessie Yale University USA Guangshuo Ou Tsinghua University China Pramod Pullarkat Raman Research Institute India Laura Schaedel Saarland University Germany Giampietro Schiavo University College London UK Arp Schnittger University of Hamburg Germany M nica Sousa i3s University of Porto Portugal Radhika Subramanian Massachusetts General Hospital USA Jin Wu Tsai National Yang Ming University Taiwan Julie Welburn University of Edinburgh UK Ahmet Yildiz University of California Berkeley USA Scientific Organisers Carsten Janke Institut Curie France Zdenek Lansky Czech Academy of Sciences Czech Republic Francois Nedelec University of Cambridge UK Kassandra Ori Mckenney University of California USA Conference organiser Sophie Dutzi EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary Programme Are you on social media Post using EESMicrotubules and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Wednesday 17 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session12 30 14 00Registration and light refreshments14 00 14 10Opening remarksSession 1 Harnessing microtubulesChair tbc14 10 14 35Talk title tbc Charlotte Aumeier University of Geneva Switzerland14 35 14 50Selected short talk 114 50 15 15Talk title tbcGuangshuo Ou Tsinghua University China15 15 15 30Selected short talk 215 30 15 55Decoding MAP induced lattice dynamics in microtubules a theoretical frameworkKarin John Universit Grenoble Alpes France15 55 16 25Coffee BreakSession 2 Emerging Topics 1Chair tbc16 25 16 40Selected short talk 316 40 16 55Selected short talk 416 55 17 10Selected short talk 517 10 17 25Selected short talk 617 25 17 40Selected short talk 717 40 17 55Selected short talk 817 55 18 55Speed networking18 55 20 30Dinner in Canteen20 30 23 00Welcome reception with drinks and preview of all posters Day 2 Thursday 18 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 09 401st Landmark LectureTalk title tbcMichael L Shelanski Columbia University USAChair Kassandra Ori McKenney University of California USA09 40 10 15Coffee BreakSession 3 Microtubule based cell architectureChair tbc10 15 10 40Talk title tbcArp Schnittger University of Hamburg Germany10 40 10 55Selected short talk 910 55 11 20How a mitotic kinase finds the cell center for cytokinesisRadhika Subramanian Massachusetts General Hospital USA11 20 11 35Selected short talk 1011 35 12 00Talk title tbcEva Deinum Wageningen University Netherlands12 00 13 45Lunch and meet the speakersSession 4 Emerging topics 2Chair tbc13 45 14 00Selected short talk 1114 00 14 15Selected short talk 1214 15 14 30Selected short talk 1314 30 14 45Selected short talk 1414 45 15 00Selected short talk 1515 00 15 30Flash talk session 115 30 16 00Coffee Break16 00 18 45Poster Session 1 odd numbers 18 45 20 00Dinner in EMBL Canteen20 00 22 30After dinner drinks and possibility to continue poster session Day 3 Friday 19 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionSession 5 Microtubules in the nervous systemChair tbc09 00 09 25Talk title tbcGiampietro Schiavo University College London United Kingdom09 25 09 40Selected short talk 1609 40 10 05Microtubules in sensory neuron axon asymmetryM nica Sousa i3s University of Porto Portugal10 05 10 30The roles of microtubule associated proteins in cortical development and malformationsJin Wu Tsai National Yang Ming University Taiwan10 30 11 00Coffee BreakSession 6 Microtubule inside neuronsChair tbc11 00 11 25Probing the stability of axonal microtubulesPramod Pullarkat Raman Research Institute India11 25 11 50Talk title tbcFrank Bradke German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases Germany11 50 12 05Selected short talk 1712 05 12 30Decoding MAP induced lattice dynamics in microtubulesLaura Schaedel Saarland University Germany12 30 14 00Lunch and meet the speakers14 00 14 402nd Landmark LectureWhat the microtubules of C elegans have told usMartin Chalfie Columbia University USAChair Zdenek Lansky Institute of Biotechnology Czech Academy of Sciences Czech Republic14 40 15 20Roundtable discussion15 20 15 40Flash talk session 215 40 16 10Coffee Break16 10 19 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 19 00 21 00BBQ21 00 00 00Party Day 4 Saturday 20 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionSession 7 Decoding MicrotubulesChair tbc09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1809 45 10 10Talk title tbcPleasantine Mill University of Edinburgh United Kingdom10 10 10 25Selected short talk 1910 25 10 50The layered regulation of Tau protein association with microtubulesMarcus Braun Institute of Biotechnology Czech Academy of Sciences Czech Republic10 50 11 20Coffee BreakSession 8 Control of microtubule based transportChair tbc11 20 11 45Regulation of kinesin motilityRichard McKenney University of California Davis USA11 45 12 10Talk title tbcAlan Brown Harvard University USA12 10 12 35The regulation of motors by microtubule associated proteinsAhmet Yildiz University of California Berkeley USA12 35 12 50Selected short talk 2013 00 14 30Lunch Session 9 Microtubules in cell divisionChair tbc14 30 14 55Deciphering the tubulin code in female meiosisBinyam Mogessie Yale University USA14 55 15 10Selected short talk 2115 10 15 35Kinetochore microtubule regulation in mitosisJennifer DeLuca Colorado State University USA15 35 15 50Selected short talk 2215 50 16 15Adaptation of the microtubule cytoskeleton in germ cellsJulie Welburn University of Edinburgh UK16 15 16 30Poster prizes16 30 16 45Closing remarks Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 650On site PhD Student 750On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Sophie Dutzi to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 190Virtual PhD Student 240Virtual Industry 290 Note Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Sophie Dutzi for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title The title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations Please fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types When submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview Symposium overview This symposium, initiated in 2010 and held every two years since, brings together both early-career and established researchers from around the world who share an interest in microtubule biology and its relevance to human health and disease. It has grown into a central venue for fostering collaboration and exchanging new ideas in the field. The microtubule cytoskeleton plays a vital role in diverse cellular processes, including chromosome segregation, vesicle and organelle transport, cell motility, and the establishment of polarity. When microtubule function is impaired, the consequences include human diseases such as cancer and neurodegenerative disorders, making microtubules key therapeutic targets. Recent advances have come from interdisciplinary approaches that integrate cell...

30 June - 6 July 2026

Synthetic biology in action: maturing tools and their potential

Nico Claassens, Sven Panke, Vitor Pinheiro, Karen Polizzi, Velia Siciliano

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview Synthetic Biology SynBio has become a maturing field after more than two decades of development available tools and knowledge allow wider and more systematic capabilities of designing engineering assembling and controlling biological systems for an increasing number of applications This course will focus on equipping students with hands on experience on cutting edge SynBio tools while supported by lectures from across the field discussing different aspects of the engineering cycle that also highlight how those are converging towards a better understanding of biology The program of this course involves different disciplines relevant for SynBio such as genetic engineering cell biology and machine learning In this course you will learn how they can be integrated to learn about biological complexity and especially how they can be used to design and engineer biological systems We will focus on diverse natural organisms including bacteria eukaryotic organisms and also synthetic cell like systems The schedule includes lectures by experts student poster presentations and our proposed experimental program multiplex genome and plasmid engineering in bacteria RNA tools for system wide control in mammalian cells AI based modeling approaches to predict and design gene expression Audience The course is directed to PhD students and early post doctoral researchers active in molecular biology biotechnology systems biology and bioengineering Modules When submitting your letter of motivation please select one of the three practical modules offered for the on site course Participants will be assigned to their preferred practical module and will participate in that module s activities for the entire duration of the course Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteria wetlab Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cells wetlab Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteria computational Learning outcomes The participants will learn about the experimental and computational design and workflow of Synthetic Biology studies and gain understanding about the possibilities and limitations of synthetic biology in different areas What past participants say about the course The workshop felt like one of the most valuable weeks in my career The incredibly dense schedule felt fun and easy in the incredibly warm and supportive environment that the organisers and EMBL created It was a perfect environment to get to know peers and leaders in the field in both structured and informal settings The course was a great space to learn askquestions at every level of simplicity or complexity and really grow as a scientist I m already using what I learned in the lab and I imagine I will refer back to this experience frequently over the years to come Frea Mehta Technical University of Munich Germany Excellent course in state of the art facilities with exceptional speakers I loved meeting and becoming friends with an international team of young scientists in the beautiful city of Heidelberg It is an intense program but you are very proud of yourself and your teammates by the end of it The organisers and trainers go above and beyond to provide you the best experience Louie Destouches University College London UK This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 2 of 3 Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Sonja Billerbeck Imperial College London UK Nico Claasens Wageningen University Research The Netherlands Eszter Csibra University of Leeds UK Victor de Lorenzo Spanish National Research Council CSIC Spain Charlotte Desczyk EPFL Switzerland Kerstin Gopfrich Heidelberg University Germany Clemens Hausmann EPFL Switzerland Louise Horsfall University of Edinburgh UK Mark Howarth University of Cambridge UK Nicolas Jaenisch EPFL Switzerland Markus Jeschek EPFL Switzerland Cleo Kontoravdi Imperial College London UK Charlotte Koster Wageningen University Research The Netherlands Vitor Pinheiro KU Leuven Belgium Saul Purton University College London UK Zoe Robaey Wageningen University Research The Netherlands Velia Siciliano Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia Italy Saphyra Thoron KU Leuven Belgium Sybille Vonesch VIB Leuven Belgium Ron Weiss Massachusetts Institute of Technology USA Scientific organisers Nico Claasens Wageningen University Research The Netherlands Markus Jeschek EPFL Switzerland Vitor Pinheiro KU Leuven Belgium Velia Siciliano Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia Italy Course organisers Ellen Malovrh Scientific Training Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Ad la Graf Course and Conference Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOSynBio and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Some pre course work such as watching pre recordings protocol reading and computational exercises with estimated time 0 10 hours may be required and if so will be shared in advance of the course Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their lecture or Q A and the programme is subject to change Please note selected participants will spend the entire course in one of the course modules Day 1 Tuesday 30 June 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation13 15 13 30Bus from hotel to EMBL ATC EntranceISG Hotel13 45 14 15Welcome sessionNico Claassens Wageningen University NetherlandsCourtyard Room A B14 15 14 45Safety briefing house notesCourtyard Room A B14 45 15 15Welcome and course overviewCourtyard Room A B15 15 15 45Flashtalks 1 minute per pax Courtyard Room A B15 45 16 15Coffee Break Treasure hunt part 1Courtyard Room A B16 15 16 45Introduction to practicalsTraining Labs16 45 17 45Parallel practical sessions Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab17 45 18 45Lecture 1 topic tbaVictor de Lorenzo Spanish National Research Council CSIC SpainCourtyard Room A B18 45 19 00Bus departure to ISG HotelEMBL Bus stop19 00 21 00BBQ Dinner and networking ice breaker ISG Hotel Day 2 Wednesday 1 July 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee Break and Meet the Speaker Victor deLorenzo Courtyard Room A B11 30 12 30Lecture 2 Quantitative approaches in synthetic biologyEszter Csibra University of Leeds UKCourtyard Room A B12 30 13 00Technology pitches industry solutions for synbiochallenges synbio solutions for industryCourtyard Room A B13 00 14 00Technology LunchEMBL Canteen14 00 16 00Parallel practical sessions Practicals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab16 00 16 30Coffee Break and Meet the Speaker Sybille Vonesch Courtyard Room A B16 30 17 30Lecture 3 Sustainable biotechnology and metal upcyclingLouise Horsfall University of Edinburgh UK16 30 18 00Sustainability Roundtable Discussion Interactive Discussion with participants and speakers inc Louise Horsfall Sustainability SynBioCourtyard Room A B18 00 19 00Poster Session 1Poster session with presentations from participants1 10 4 mins per presentation ATC Helix A19 00 20 00DinnerEMBL Canteen Day 3 Thursday 2 July 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee break and Meet the Speaker Louise Horsfall Courtyard Room A B11 30 12 30Lecture 4 Precision genome editing and systems geneticsSybille Vonesch KU Leuven BelgiumCourtyard Room A B12 30 13 30LunchEMBL Canteen13 30 16 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab16 00 16 30Coffee break and Meet the Speaker Sybille Vonesch Courtyard Room A B16 30 17 30Lecture 5 Systems biology approaches for bioprocessingCleo Kontoravdi Imperial College London UKCourtyard Room A B17 30 19 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab19 00 20 00Pizza dinner and Career Session Industry andacademic speakers Career in synbioATC Helix A20 00 20 15Bus departure to ISG HotelEMBL Bus Stop Day 4 Friday 3 July 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee break and Meet the Speaker Cleo Kontoravdi Courtyard Room A B11 30 12 30Lecture 6 Synthetic biology in photosynthetic microbesSaul Purton University College London UKCourtyard Room A B12 30 13 30Lunch at EMBL Canteen followed by group photoEMBL Canteen13 30 15 30Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab15 30 15 45Short coffee break15 45 16 45Lecture 7 Engineering and building circuits in mammalian cellsRoss Weiss MIT USA online lecture Courtyard Room A B16 45 17 45Coffee break and Meet the Virtual Speaker Ron Weiss Courtyard Room A B17 45 18 45Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab18 45 19 45Update on laboratory work by each teamCourtyard Room A B19 15 20 15Dinner in EMBL CanteenEMBL Canteen20 15 21 15Interactive Lecture 8 on Responsible conduct of researchResponsible conduct of research workshopZoe Robaey WUR NetherlandsCourtyard Room A B21 15 21 30Bus to ISG HotelEMBL Bus stop Day 5 Saturday 5 July 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab11 00 11 30Coffee break and Meet the Speaker Zoe Robaey Courtyard Room A B11 30 12 30Lecture 9Synthetic biology in yeast and fungiSonja Billerbeck Imperial UKCourtyard Room A B12 30 13 30Lunch at EMBL CanteenEMBL Canteen13 30 15 30Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab15 30 16 00Coffee break and Meet the Speaker Sonja Billerbeck Courtyard Room A B16 00 17 00Lecture 10Data driven engineering of synthetic microbes forsustainable bioproductionMarkus Jeschek EPFL SwitzerlandCourtyard Room A B17 00 18 00Treasure hunt part 2Courtyard Room A B18 00 19 00Poster session 2Poster session with presentations from participants11 20 4 minutes per presentation ATC Helix A19 00 20 00Tapas dinnerATC Rooftop Lounge20 00Bus departure to ISG HotelEMBL Bus stop Day 6 Sunday 5 July 2026 Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab11 00 11 15Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B11 15 12 15Lecture 11Bottom up synthetic cellsKerstin G pfrich Heidelberg University GermanyCourtyard Room A B12 15 13 15Lunch at the EMBL CanteenEMBL Canteen13 15 15 15Parallel practical sessionsPracticals continued Practical 1 Multiplex genome and plasmid engineering MAGE in bacteriaTrainers Nico Claassens Charlotte Koster Saphyra Thonon Practical 2 RNA wide tools for system control in mammalian cellsTrainers Velia Siciliano and one member of her team Practical 3 AI models for translation initiation engineering in bacteriaTrainers Markus Jeschek Charlotte Desczyk Clemens Hausmann Nicolas JaenischTraining Lab A B and Computer Training Lab15 15 15 45Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B15 45 16 45Lecture 12 Synthetic biology based on evolution XNAVitor Pinheiro KU Leuven BelgiumCourtyard Room A B16 45 17 30Departure to Neckarm nzplatz via ISGEMBL Bus stop17 30 19 00Guided tour of Heidelberg Old Town19 00 21 00Dinner downtown Day 7 Monday 6 July Time Europe Berlin SessionLocation08 55 09 00Overview of the dayCourtyard Room A B09 00 11 00Presentation of results by individual practical sessionteamsCourtyard Room A B11 00 11 30Coffee breakCourtyard Room A B11 30 12 30Lecture 13Innovating protein technologies for therapeutic andvaccine designMark Howarth University of Cambridge UKCourtyard Room A B12 30 13 00Course wrap up and closing remarks plus treasure hunt resultsCourtyard Room A B13 00 14 00Farewell lunch at EMBL Canteen and Meet the SpeakerEMBL Canteen14 00DepartureEMBL Bus stop Practical information Registration fees The course is limited to 20 participants For 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The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Technical requirements and event software Technical requirements Below you will find the software and technical requirements for this course Participants need to bring their own laptops which will be used to remotely access EMBL virtual machines with pre installed software All participants will be requested to install software before the course Please make sure to bring the laptop with the installed software to the course You will need admin rights to install the software required to access the virtual machines If you do not have admin rights please contact your technical support team in advance to make sure the software can be installed If you have a non standard HDMI port other than type A you need to bring an adaptor Keyboard and PC mouse are available for use with a standard USB port If you have a different port type such as USB C you will need to bring your own Additional 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Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview Synthetic Biology (SynBio) has become a maturing field: after more than two decades of development, available tools and knowledge allow wider and more systematic capabilities of designing, engineering, assembling and controlling biological systems for an increasing number of applications. This course will focus on equipping students with hands-on experience on cutting-edge SynBio tools, while supported by lectures from across the field: discussing different aspects of the engineering cycle that also highlight how those are converging towards a better understanding of biology. The program of this course involves different disciplines relevant for SynBio, such as genetic engineering, cell biology and machine-learning.In this course you...

6 July - 10 July 2026

Proteomics bioinformatics

EMBL-EBI Training

Description This course provides hands on training in the basics of mass spectrometry MS and proteomics bioinformatics You will receive training on how to use search engines and post processing software quantitative approaches MS data repositories the use of public databases for protein analysis annotation of subsequent protein lists and incorporation of information from molecular interaction and pathway databases This course is currently under development please check back again soon for further details You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here... This course provides hands-on training in the basics of mass spectrometry (MS) and proteomics bioinformatics. You will receive training on how to use search engines and post-processing software, quantitative approaches, MS data repositories, the use of public databases for protein analysis, annotation of subsequent protein lists, and incorporation of information from molecular interaction and pathway databases.This course is currently under development, please check back again soon for further details. You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here. 

6 July - 10 July 2026

Time-resolved macromolecular serial crystallography

Shibom Basu, Cecilia Casadei, Arwen Pearson, Daniele de Sanctis, David van Stetten

Description OverviewSponsors Overview Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Course overview Time resolved macromolecular serial crystallography has become increasingly accessible in recent years thanks to the availability of XFELs and dedicated synchrotron beamlines for serial crystallography especially in Europe This range of X ray sources as well as advances in sample delivery methods and data processing now allow time resolved crystallography experiments over 15 orders of magnitude from fs s which investigate the atomic details of the biochemical reactions that are crucial for life The data we can now obtain provide the fundamental basis for next generation drug discovery biotechnology and medicine However despite the widening availability of the needed infrastructure for these experiments the successful design execution and analysis of time resolved serial crystallography experiments requires in depth understanding of a multi disciplinary experimental setup and skills well beyond those taught in standard crystallographic training programmes Therefore to ensure that these emerging scientific possibilities are exploited efficiently it is crucial to offer appropriate training to the next generation of scientists This course aims to address exactly this gap and follows a successful first edition in 2024 which happened in Grenoble After attending this course participants will be able to design and successfully perform time resolved serial crystallography experiments relevant for their own scientific projects What past participants say about the course The course clarified several scientific gaps in the serial crystallography field I feel much more confident and secure to design experiments and discuss the technique requirements Hevila Brognaro University of Hamburg Germany Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL wishes to warn sponsors of EMBL conferences and courses of fraudulent schemes purporting to offer sponsorship opportunities on behalf of EMBL or affiliated with EMBL officials One current scam campaign of which we are aware is conducted using the name Judy Eastman judy gopcontact a2hosted com and entails approaches to sponsors offering sponsorship opportunities on EMBL s behalf Please be kindly advised that all relevant communication regarding sponsorship of EMBL conferences symposia and courses is handled by EMBL directly and is sent from an official EMBL account EMBL does not work with any external providers on sponsorship acquisition Please also note that EMBL never provides attendee lists for purchase Any offers of such are fraudulent EMBL will never call or email you to ask for your credit card details or to request a payment All payments are on invoice Suspicious communications purportedly from for or on behalf of EMBL should be reported to EMBL at the following email address sponsoring embl de... OverviewSponsors Overview Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences. Course overview Time-resolved macromolecular serial crystallography has become increasingly accessible in recent years thanks to the availability of XFELs and dedicated synchrotron beamlines for serial crystallography, especially in Europe. This range of X-ray sources, as well as advances in sample delivery methods and data processing now allow time-resolved crystallography experiments over 15 orders of magnitude (from fs-s) which investigate the atomic details of the biochemical reactions that are crucial for life. The data we can now obtain provide the fundamental basis for next generation drug discovery, biotechnology, and medicine. However, despite the widening availability of the...

13 July - 17 July 2026

Bioinformatics for immunologists

EMBL-EBI Training

Description This course will provide participants with an introduction to a range of bioinformatics resources and approaches applicable to immunological research Participants will gain experience in analysis pipelines for NGS experiments relevant to immunology including immune receptor sequencing RNA sequencing single cell RNA sequencing and flow cytometry data analysis This course is currently under development please check back again soon for further details You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here... This course will provide participants with an introduction to a range of bioinformatics resources and approaches applicable to immunological research. Participants will gain experience in analysis pipelines for NGS experiments relevant to immunology including immune receptor sequencing, RNA sequencing, single-cell RNA sequencing, and flow cytometry data analysis.This course is currently under development, please check back again soon for further details. You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here. 

13 July - 18 July 2026

Time-resolved STED nanoscopy in life sciences

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This six day comprehensive advanced microscopy course focuses on stimulated emission depletion microscopy STED and its application to biological questions Through lectures tutorials and practical workshops the course provides in depth knowledge on all aspects of STED Nanoscopy It covers the fundamentals of STED microscopy different technical implementations and has a strong emphasis on sample preparation including choice of fluorophores and refractive index matching as well as image acquisition strategies for fixed samples and living cells Students will have the opportunity for exercises on state of the art STED microscopes in which they will acquire high quality nanoscopy data The faculty consists of invited guest researchers experts from the EMBL and Leica Microsystems Audience This course is designed for researchers at the early stages of their career in the life sciences e g pre or postdoctoral level ideally with access to a STED microscope The participants should have an immediate need to apply the trained skills for their biological questions The course is strongly centered on practical aspects of STED microscopy and is therefore especially suited for people who rely on STED nanoscopy for their research Modules Resources The course will cover the entire range of skills needed to apply STED nanoscopy in life sciences The following topics will be covered in lectures tutorials as well as in practical workshops Sample preparation for STED microscopy including choice of fluorophores and refractive index matching Technical implementations pulsed STED gated STED and time resolved STED tauSTED Multi colour 2D and 3D STED microscopy Image acquisition strategies for live cell STED STED multiplexing via lifetime based fluorophore separation Clearing for large volume STED imaging Expansion microscopy STED Deconvolution of time resolved STED data Image analysis Learning Outcomes At the end of the course the participants will be able to design experiments using STED microscopy prepare high quality microscopy samples and acquire state of the art nanoscopy images This course is organised in cooperation with Leica Microsystems What past participants say about the course The EMBL super resolution microscopy course was exactly tailored to my needs and will allow me to get my own experiments running independently Also contacts I made will be very useful in the future Paul Markus M ller Freie Universit t Berlin Germany Very well organized and conceived course Everything is covered here including thefundamentals the practical sessions creative application innovative development of STED technology If you are interested in the nanoscopy I would recommend you to participate in this course Shao Chun Peggy Hsu National Taiwan University Taiwan Sponsors Media partners Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other events or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview This six-day comprehensive advanced microscopy course focuses on stimulated emission depletion microscopy (STED) and its application to biological questions. Through lectures, tutorials and practical workshops, the course provides in-depth knowledge on all aspects of STED Nanoscopy. It covers the fundamentals of STED microscopy, different technical implementations and has a strong emphasis on sample preparation – including choice of fluorophores and refractive index matching, as well as image acquisition strategies for fixed samples and living cells. Students will have the opportunity for exercises on state-of the art STED microscopes in which they will acquire high quality nanoscopy data. The faculty consists of invited guest researchers, experts from the EMBL and Leica Microsystems. Audience This course is designed for researchers at...

21 July - 24 July 2026

Metabolic interactions shape ecosystems

Kathrin Fenner, Diane Newman, Mohammad R. Seyedsayamdost, Michael Zimmermann

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Symposium overview Metabolic interactions shape all kinds of biological ecosystems from holobionts to planetary scale environmental systems and to anthropogenic engineered environments Their paramount importance is evident by a pervasive influence on the development resilience and sustainability of ecosystems In environmental systems whether marine or land ones understanding metabolic interactions is key to deciphering nutrient cycling carbon sequestration and overall ecosystem functioning Recognizing the interconnectedness of these metabolic networks is crucial for advancing our comprehension of ecosystem dynamics and for informing strategies that promote ecological balance human health and sustainable practices across ecosystems By bringing together metabolic experts from diverse fields who typically do not meet at the same conference this meeting aims to enable the exchange of biological hypotheses and insights as well as that of cutting edge methodologies and analytical solutions The outcomes of this conference are poised to inform sustainable practices advance research methodologies and drive transformative advancements in the understanding and management of metabolic interactions in complex biological ecosystems Session topics Ecological and evolutionary perspectives on microbial interactions Metabolism in environmental and engineered systems Computational approaches to study metabolism Role of natural products shaping ecosystems Metabolic microbiome host interactions I Metabolic microbiome host interactions II Speakers Jiang Changtao Peking University China Anne Dekas Stanford University USA Sloan Devlin Harvard Medical School USA Mohamed S Donia Princeton University USA Philipp Engel University of Lausanne Switzerland Kevin Foster University of Oxford UK Stavroula Hatzios Yale University USA Zach Lonergan Rutgers University USA Radhakrishnan Krishna Mahadevan University of Toronto Canada Darcy McRose MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology USA Ariane Mora AITHYRA Austria Christine Orengo University College London UK Serina Robinson ETH Z rich Switzerland Pierre Stallforth Hans Kn ll Institute HKI Germany Tong Zhang The University of Hong Kong China Scientific organisers Kathrin Fenner Eawag Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology Switzerland Dianne Newman California Institute of Technology USA Mohammad R Seyedsayamdost Princeton University USA Michael Zimmermann EMBL Heidelberg Germany Conference Organiser Inna B sselmann EMBL Heidelberg Germany Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal Biobreeding a Sciepublish journal BioEssays a Wiley journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EMBO Reports an EMBO Press journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Press Journal of Thermal Biology an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations 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OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Symposium overview Metabolic interactions shape all kinds of biological ecosystems, from holobionts to planetary-scale environmental systems, and to anthropogenic, engineered environments. Their paramount importance is evident by a pervasive influence on the development, resilience, and sustainability of ecosystems. In environmental systems, whether marine or land ones, understanding metabolic interactions is key to deciphering nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and overall ecosystem functioning. Recognizing the interconnectedness of these metabolic networks is crucial for advancing our comprehension of ecosystem dynamics and for informing strategies that promote ecological balance, human health, and sustainable practices across ecosystems. By...

28 July - 31 July 2026

Integrative analysis of multi-omics data

Wolfgang Huber, Junyan Lu, Oliver Stegle, Britta Velten

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Application is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Course overview Biological and biomedical research frequently employs multiple omics methods multi omics to investigate biological systems comprehensively This approach simultaneously examines various molecular layers DNA RNAs proteins metabolites and helps to overcome limitations inherent in individual technologies Additionally there is a growing interest towards performing such measurements at single cell and or spatial resolutions Integrating and analysing these complex datasets poses significant challenges How can we interpret perturbation effects establish associations between molecular profiles and study variables or detect latent variables representing key biological elements like cell types or states Crucially how can we achieve these goals with statistical robustness and scientific rigour facilitating clear and convincing reporting This course addresses those essential questions providing participants with foundational mathematical and conceptual understanding of integrative multi modal data analysis methods Through hands on sessions using state of the art datasets attendees will explore different software tools assess data quality and results identify potential pitfalls evaluate performance optimise model parameters interpret outcomes effectively and embrace open science practices Methods covered include multi table ordination and dimensionality reduction techniques notably the widely utilised Multi Omics Factor Analysis MOFA developed by the course organisers Audience This course is aimed at PhD students and post docs in computational biology aiming to improve their skills in multi omics data integration methodologies Learning outcomes The course will provide researchers with an overview and the theoretical foundations of state of the art methods for multi modal integration with a focus on omics data In practical sessions on relevant real world examples from single cell and bulk multi omics studies participants will gain familiarity with software implementations and learn about practical aspects including quality assessment of inputs and outputs method performance assessment choice of tuning parameters interpretation of the model fit and potential pitfalls What past participants say about the course The course was a fantastic overview of the state of the art in multi omics integration with exposure to the top methods and researchers in the field Getting to discuss open problems with the speakers and other participants was invaluable and I ve made some great connections with other attendees which I hope to continue to develop Eleanor Williams Wellcome MRC Cambridge Stem Cell Institute UK The course provides a comprehensive overview of different multiomics data integration techniques with real life applications and an excellent opportunity to network with fellow participants speakers and method developers Adhideb Ghosh ETH Zurich Switzerland Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Application is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Course overview Biological and biomedical research frequently employs multiple ‘omics methods (“multi-omics”) to investigate biological systems comprehensively. This approach simultaneously examines various molecular layers (DNA, RNAs, proteins, metabolites) and helps to overcome limitations inherent in individual technologies. Additionally, there is a growing interest towards performing such measurements at single-cell and/or spatial resolutions. Integrating and analysing these complex datasets poses significant challenges. How can we interpret perturbation effects, establish associations between molecular profiles and study variables, or detect latent...

17 August - 25 August 2026

Advances in cryo-electron microscopy and 3D image processing

Tanmay Bharat, Svetlana Dodonova, Sebastian Eustermann, Simone Mattei, Lori Passmore

Description OverviewSponsors Overview EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Course overview Over the past decade cryo electron microscopy cryo EM has revolutionised our understanding of biomolecular structures across multiple spatial scales Technological advances have provided unprecedented insights from atomic resolution structures of biologically heterogeneous states to the first glimpses into the molecular sociology of the cell Emerging breakthroughs such as time resolved approaches novel correlated imaging technologies and AI driven image processing now highlight the potential of cryo EM for yet another leap forward To fully realise this potential in depth advanced training is essential to drive innovation and develop new technologies that address emerging biological challenges This course provides a comprehensive foundation in advanced single particle and cellular tomography techniques encompassing the entire workflow from sample preparation to data collection and image processing Audience Designed for PhD students and postdoctoral researchers with basic experience in cryo EM and 3D image processing the course will equip participants with the expertise to integrate state of the art single particle analysis and tomography into their research It will also prepare them to critically discuss their knowledge with peers and ultimately contribute to the development of novel cryo EM methodologies beyond the current state of the art What past participants say about the course The course was among the best I ve attended on this topic It was an exceptional opportunity for both learning and networking Fernanda Sala UMG and MPI Germany This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 1 of 3 Sponsors Event sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other events or contact sponsorship embl org for further information Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org... OverviewSponsors Overview EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities. All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences, symposia, and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts. EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition.EMBL does not sell attendee lists.EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments.All payments are processed by invoice only.If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL, please report it to sponsorship@embl.org. Course overview Over the past decade, cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) has revolutionised our understanding of biomolecular structures across multiple spatial scales. Technological advances have provided unprecedented insights — from atomic-resolution structures of biologically heterogeneous states to...

25 August - 28 August 2026

Transcription and chromatin

Shelley Berger, Eileen Furlong, Luca Giorgetti, Yang Shi

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview The EMBL Transcription and chromatin conference has a long standing tradition in shaping the field of transcriptional regulation The meeting brings together leading experts covering all aspects of transcription including cis regulatory function long range regulation 3 dimensional looping the basal transcriptional machinery RNA polymerase regulation and function nucleosome positioning chromatin modifications chromatin remodelling and epigenetic inheritance of transcriptional silencing The meeting contains many talks selected from the abstracts that are interspersed with invited speakers discussing the latest breakthroughs in transcriptional regulation The conference is designed to promote interactive discussions at both the talks and poster sessions Given the excellent lineup of speakers and the meeting s outstanding reputation this is a must attend for anyone interested in cutting edge research in transcription What past participants say about the conference An absolutely must attend conference for scientists in gene expression regulation The conference covers many topics besides transcription epigenetics and 3D genome and is a hub to network with other scientists developing cutting edge techniques to study chromatin Chaitali Chakraborty Ume University Sweden Fantastic dynamic meeting in an amazing setting of EMBL conference center Plenty of discussion opportunities during poster sessions and unpublished findings presented at talks Great balance of junior and senior faculty Ganna Panasyuk Inserm Institute Necker Enfants Malades France Incredible lineup and fruitful scientific discussions It was a genuine pleasure to be part of this great event and to share our recent work with such a knowledgeable and enthusiastic community The diverse range of topics and the depth of the presentations made for an engaging experience and the opportunity to network with other experts was invaluable I look forward to applying the insights gained here to our ongoing research and future collaborations Mathias Boulanger EMBL Heidelberg Germany Speakers Asifa Akhtar Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics Germany Wendy Bickmore The University of Edinburgh UK Giacomo Cavalli Universit de Montpellier France Cess Dekker Delft University of Technology Kavli Institute of NanoScience The Netherlands Emma Farley University of California San Diego USA Fran ois Fuks Universit libre de Bruxelles Belgium James Hackett EMBL Rome Italy Diana Hargreaves Salk Institute USA Kristian Helin The Institute of Cancer Research UK Rob Klose Oxford University UK Mike Levine Princeton University USA Stavros Lomvardas Jerome L Greene Science Center USA J rg M ller Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry Germany Christoph M ller EMBL Heidelberg Germany Marieke Oudelaar Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences Germany Anjana Rao La Jolla Institute for Immunology USA Danny Reinberg University of Miami Miller School of Medicine USA Bing Ren University of California San Diego USA Dirk Sch beler Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland Edda Schulz Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics Germany Efrat Shema Weizmann Institute of Science Israel Jussi Taipale Wellcome Sanger Institute UK Karolinska Institutet Sweden University of Helsinki Finland Chris Vakoc Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA Liling Wan University of Pennsylvania USA Cynthia Wolberger Johns Hopkins University USA Wei Xie Tsinghua University China Scientific organisers Shelley Berger University of Pennsylvania USA Eileen Furlong EMBL Heidelberg Germany Luca Giorgetti Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland Yang Shi University of Oxford UK Conference organiser Nathalie Sneider EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EMBLTranscript and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The full programme will be announced ahead of the conference Please find the planned timings for the programme below The list of invited speakers is available on the speaker tab Day 1 Tuesday 25 August 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker14 00 16 00Arrival and registration16 00 16 10Opening remarks from scientific organisers16 10 18 10Session 1Chair To be confirmed16 10 16 30Invited speaker 116 30 16 50Invited speaker 216 50 17 05Selected talk 117 05 17 20Selected talk 217 20 17 40Invited speaker 317 40 18 00Invited speaker 418 00 19 30Dinner in the EMBL Canteen19 30 21 30Pub Quiz andAfter dinner drinks Day 2 Wednesday 26 August 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 25Session 2Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 20Invited speaker 509 20 09 35Selected talk 309 35 09 55Invited speaker 609 55 10 10Selected talk 410 10 10 30Invited speaker 710 30 11 00Coffee Break11 00 11 20Invited speaker 811 20 11 35Selected talk 511 35 11 50Selected talk 611 50 12 05Selected talk 712 05 12 25Invited speaker 912 25 14 00Lunch14 00 16 30Poster Session 1 odd with beer and snacks16 30 18 45Session 3Chair To be confirmed16 30 16 50Invited speaker 1016 50 17 05Selected talk 817 05 17 20Selected talk 917 20 17 35Selected talk 1017 35 17 55Invited speaker 1118 00 20 00Dinner in the EMBL Canteen20 00 22 00After dinner drinks Day 3 Thursday 27 August 2026 09 00 12 25Session 4Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 20Invited speaker 1209 20 09 35Selected talk 1109 35 09 55Invited speaker 1309 55 10 10Selected talk 1210 10 10 30Invited speaker 1410 30 11 00Coffee Break11 00 11 20Invited speaker 1511 20 11 35Selected talk 1311 35 11 50Selected talk 1411 50 12 05Selected talk 1512 05 12 25Invited speaker 1612 25 14 00Lunch and Meet the Editors from 13 00 14 00 14 00 16 30Poster Session 2 even with beer and snacks16 30 18 00Session 5Chair To be confirmed16 30 16 50Invited speaker 1716 50 17 05Selected talk 1617 05 17 20Selected talk 1717 20 17 35Selected talk 1817 35 17 55Invited speaker 1818 00 20 00Dinner in the EMBL Canteen20 00 22 00After dinner drinks Day 4 Friday 28 August 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 25Session 6Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 20Invited speaker 1909 20 09 35Selected talk 1909 35 09 55Invited speaker 2009 55 10 10Selected talk 2010 10 10 30Invited speaker 2110 30 11 00Coffee Break11 00 11 20Invited speaker 2211 20 11 35Selected talk 2111 35 11 50Selected talk 2211 50 12 05Selected talk 2312 05 12 25Invited speaker 2312 25 14 00Lunch14 00 16 30Poster Session 3 odd and even with beer and snacks16 30 19 00Session 7Chair To be confirmed16 30 16 50Invited speaker 2416 50 17 10Invited speaker 2517 10 17 25Selected talk 2417 25 17 45Invited speaker 2617 45 18 00Closing remarks and poster prizes18 00 20 00Conference Dinner in the Canteen20 00 23 00Conference party Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 825On site PhD Student 725On site Industry 1025On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend onsite at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in Meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Name of CO to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Name of CO for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays might occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation and visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows Up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from within Europe Up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or childcare facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a summary report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation A list of our partner hotels with rooms blocked for this event will be published on the page soon Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As changes in our events are possible it is recommended that you book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses These buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference will be available closer to the start of the event View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that some bus stops may not be used for this event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or at someone the registration desk Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your electronic devices In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your printouts at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC registration desk room 10 205 Dial the emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On 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doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information how to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the conference platform with anyone 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OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsors Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview The EMBL ‘Transcription and chromatin’ conference has a long-standing tradition in shaping the field of transcriptional regulation. The meeting brings together leading experts covering all aspects of transcription including cis-regulatory function, long range regulation, 3-dimensional looping, the basal transcriptional machinery, RNA polymerase regulation and function, nucleosome positioning, chromatin modifications, chromatin remodelling, and epigenetic inheritance of transcriptional silencing. The meeting contains many talks selected from the abstracts that are interspersed with invited speakers, discussing the latest breakthroughs in transcriptional regulation. The conference is designed to promote...

1 September - 4 September 2026

A new view of plankton in the global ocean: celebrating 10 years of Tara Oceans

Detlev Arendt, Chris Bowler, Tom Delmont, Naomi Levine

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmeAbstract submissionPractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Conference overview The last decade has witnessed a revolution in our understanding of the functioning ecology and evolution of plankton communities at a global scale Environmental surveys have provided insight into all domains of life in the oceans from bacteria archaea eukaryotes DNA and RNA viruses Techniques have advanced from single gene surveys to whole genome resolved approaches Recent years have also witnessed advances in cross scale plankton automated imaging techniques feedback microscopy remote sensing from space and the acquisition of contextual data from the water column as well as new computational techniques for big data analysis and deep learning As ambitious interdisciplinary oceanographic efforts and time series sites continue to generate and release information rich data now is a key moment to highlight the most notable milestones and discoveries and to showcase how scientists can exploit these data in different ways The goal of the conference is to focus on the new fields of plankton science enabled in particular by 10 years of Tara Oceans research to increase the impact of the newknowledge generated from these datasets and to foster new collaborations among aquatic microbial ecologists evolutionary biologists oceanographers cell and molecular biologists geneticists and more The objective is also to identify questions that recent discoveries and the arrival of new technologies methods and concepts from all corners of the biological sciences now enable us to ask Session topics Plankton diversity and the unknowns Adaptation short term and deep time evolution Organisation of life through spatial scales and symbioses Underexplored ecosystems e g deep sea polar systems Modelling ecological metabolic biogeochemical evolutionary Biogeochemical cycles Abstract submission We have two different abstract submission deadlines for this event depending on the type of abstract you want to submit You can apply for either an oral presentation submission deadline 21 April 2026 or poster presentation submission deadline 26 May 2026 More information regarding abstract submission can be found here Speakers Keynote speakers A Murat Eren University of Oldenburg Germany ric Karsenti Emeritus Res Dir CNRS Visiting Group Leader EMBL Heidelberg France Speakers Erin Bertrand Dalhousie University Canada Mar a del Carmen Mu oz Mar n University of C rdoba Spain Nicole Dubilier Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology Germany Angela Falciatore Sorbonne University France Matthias Fischer Max Planck Institute for Medical Research Germany Jed Fuhrman University of Southern California USA Stephen Giovannoni Oregon State University USA Mahwash Jamy Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Sweden Eugene Koonin National Center for Biotechnology Information NCBI USA Naomi Levine University of Southern California USA Marina Levy Locean IPSL Sorbonne University France Xin Lin State Key Laboratory of Marine Environmental Science Xiamen University China Katja Metfies Alfred Wegener Institute Germany Victoria Orphan California Institute of Technology France Manu Prakash Stanford University USA Michael Rapp University of Hawai i at M noa USA Jonathan P Zehr University of California Santa Cruz USA Scientific organisers Detlev Arendt EMBL Heidelberg Germany Chris Bowler IBENS Ecole normale sup rieure France Tom Delmont Genoscope France Naomi Levine University of Southern California USA Katja Metfies Alfred Wegener Institute Germany Conference organiser Karo Wolkersdorfer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 1 September 2026 12 00 13 15Registration and light refreshments13 15 13 30Opening remarks13 30 14 30Keynote from Eric Karsenti on celebrating 10 years of Tara Oceans14 30 18 30Session 1 Plankton diversity and the unknowns14 30 15 00Mike Rapp on fast growing SAR11 culture legacies in the context of largescale omics 15 00 15 15Selected short talk 115 15 15 30Selected short talk 215 30 16 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 00 16 30Xin Lin on phytoplankton functional diversity16 30 16 45Selected short talk 316 45 17 00Selected short talk 417 00 17 30Jed Fuhrman on bacterial genomics and diversity17 30 18 30Afternoon program tba18 30 20 00Dinner in Canteen20 00 21 30Evening program tba Day 2 Wednesday 2 September 2026 09 00 12 00Session 2 Adaptation short term deep time evolution09 00 09 30Angela Falciatore on plankton adaptation to light variations09 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Steve Giovannoni on the prominent functional evolution of SAR20211 00 11 15Selected short talk 711 15 11 45Jamy Mahwash on chloroplast diversity and evolution11 45 12 00Selected short talk 812 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 17 00Session 3 Organization of life through spatial scales and symbioses13 30 14 00Marcel Kuypers on diatom non photosynthetic symbionts14 00 14 15Selected short talk 914 15 14 30Selected short talk 1014 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Mar a del Carmen Mu oz Mar n on nanotubes15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1115 45 16 00Selected short talk 1216 00 16 30Jon Zehr on the concept of nitroplast and emergence of organelles16 30 17 00Flash talk session 117 00 19 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers Evening program tba Day 3 Thursday 3 September 2026 08 15 09 00Career workshop09 00 12 00Session 4 Underexplored ecosystems09 00 09 30Antje Boetius on polar ecosystems09 30 09 45Selected short talk 1309 45 10 00Selected short talk 1410 00 10 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 30 11 00Nicole Dubilier on the bottom of the oceans11 00 11 15Selected short talk 1511 15 11 45Victoria Orphan on anaerobic communities11 45 12 00Selected short talk 1612 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the speakers13 30 16 30Session 5 Modeling ecological metabolic biogeochemical evolutionary 13 30 14 00Daniel Segr on modelling microbial metabolism14 00 14 15Selected short talk 1714 15 14 30Selected short talk 1814 30 15 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Eugene Koonin on the deep evolutionary history of plankton15 30 15 45Selected short talk 1915 45 16 15Marina Levy on plankton dynamics16 15 16 30Selected short talk 2016 30 17 00Flash talk session 217 00 19 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 19 00 21 00Conference dinner in the canteen21 00 00 00Party Day 4 Friday 4 September 2026 09 00 13 00Session 6 Biogeochemical cycles09 00 09 30Naomi Levine on marine bacterial processing of organic carbon and climate09 30 09 45Selected short talk 2109 45 10 15Erin Bertrand on B12 vitamin surveys10 15 10 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 45 11 15Matthias Fischer on the role of viruses on nutrient fluxes11 15 11 30Selected short talk 2211 30 11 45Selected short talk 2311 45 12 45Keynote from Murat Eren on detail oriented omics surveys and dynamics of plankton genomes12 45 13 00Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements13 00Packed lunch and departure Abstract submission We have two different abstract submission deadlines for this event depending on the type of abstract you want to submit Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for either an oral presentation submission deadline 21 April 2026 or poster presentation submission deadline 26 May 2026 A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after each abstract submission deadline delays might occur Any poster submissions we receive by the earlier deadline will undergo review by the earlier deadline If you need a visa to visit Germany we recommend submitting for the earlier deadline 21 April 2026 to allow enough time for all related processes Please note only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for either an oral presentation submission deadline 21 April 2026 or poster presentation submission deadline 26 May 2026 A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after each abstract submission deadline delays might occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 825On site PhD Student 725On site Industry 1025On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend onsite at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in Meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Karo Wolkersdorfer to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Karo Wolkersdorfer for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for either an oral presentation submission deadline 21 April 2026 or poster presentation submission deadline 26 May 2026 A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after each abstract submission deadline delays might occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation and visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows Up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from within Europe Up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or childcare facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a summary report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As changes in our events are possible it is recommended that you book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information Closer to the time we will upload a list with hotels that have rooms on hold for participants in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code PGO26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses These buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The designated bus stops for this conference will be announced closer to the time View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that some bus stops may not be used for this event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle buses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or at someone the registration desk Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your electronic devices In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your printouts at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC registration desk room 10 205 Dial the emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8 km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you need a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information how to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the conference platform with anyone Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event unless the speaker specifically says otherwise Be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal Biobreeding a Sciepublish journal BioEssays a Wiley journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EMBO Reports an EMBO Press journal FEBS Press Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmeAbstract submissionPractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Conference overview The last decade has witnessed a revolution in our understanding of the functioning, ecology and evolution of plankton communities at a global scale. Environmental surveys have provided insight into all domains of life in the oceans, from bacteria, archaea, eukaryotes, DNA and RNA viruses. Techniques have advanced from single gene surveys to whole-genome-resolved approaches. Recent years have also witnessed advances in cross-scale plankton automated imaging techniques, feedback microscopy, remote sensing from space, and the acquisition of contextual data from the water column, as well as new computational techniques for big data analysis and deep learning. As ambitious interdisciplinary oceanographic efforts and time-series sites continue to generate and release...

6 September - 11 September 2026

Genome engineering: CRISPR/Cas in cells and mice

Silke Deckert, Neil Humphreys, Kristof Kersse, Birgit Koch, Elisabeth Zielonka

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Course overview This course will provide training in genome editing and cell engineering in mammalian cells and mouse embryos using the highly efficient CRISPR Cas9 system Participants will learn design of CRISPR targets using bioinformatics tools generation of gene knock outs knock ins and target validation using the most current technologies The course will be split into two groups mammalian cells OR mice based on participants expertise What past participants say about the course This course has a lot to offer from experienced speakers to experienced trainers Apart from the theory emphasis on the practical aspects helped me develop a broader understanding of the topic This course has surely made me CRISPReady Pragyesh Dixit Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS Warsaw Poland The course was very well organized and is perfectly suitable for someone who is new to the topic as well as more experienced scientists Practicals and lectures provide a great overview over the technology and plenty of time is dedicated to the project specific questions that everyone is eager to discuss Highly recommended Jan Becker INM Leipniz Institute for New Materials Germany Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media Kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSponsorsMedia Kit Overview Course overview This course will provide training in genome editing and cell engineering in mammalian cells and mouse embryos using the highly efficient CRISPR/Cas9 system. Participants will learn design of CRISPR targets using bioinformatics tools, generation of gene knock-outs/knock-ins, and target validation using the most current technologies. The course will be split into two groups (mammalian cells OR mice) based on participants’ expertise. What past participants say about the course “This course has a lot to offer- from experienced speakers to experienced trainers. Apart from the theory, emphasis on the practical aspects helped me develop a broader understanding of the topic. This course has surely made me CRISPReady!” – Pragyesh Dixit, Institute of Physical Chemistry – PAS, Warsaw, Poland “The course was very well organized and is...

7 September - 16 September 2026

Current methods in cell biology

Niccolo Banterle, Beth Cimini, Thomas Quail

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsMedia kit Overview Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Course overview Cell biology is undergoing a transformative shift driven by advances in single molecule imaging in situ structural biology and quantitative live cell microscopy Breakthroughs in AI based image analysis have further accelerated discovery generating vast high dimensional datasets that reveal unprecedented details of cellular organization and dynamics Yet these developments bring new challenges in experimental design data integration and interpretation This course will adopt a systems level holistic approach to these challenges offering cutting edge hands on training in advanced imaging quantitative analysis and complementary biophysical methods Expert instructors will guide participants in selecting and combining techniques to move beyond the limitations of individual approaches to better understand complex cellular processes By bringing together participants from diverse scientific backgrounds the course will foster interdisciplinary collaboration and critical thinking It will equip early career scientists with the tools and perspectives needed to fully harness recent innovations and contribute to the next wave of discoveries in cell biology What past participants say about the course This was an action packed course with detailed lectures and thorough practical sessions The opportunities to learn from and network with such talented scientists is unparalleled and incredible value for money Ben O Gorman University of Galway Ireland Speakers Speakers trainers and staff Niccol Banterle EMBL Heidelberg Germany Marianne Bauer Delft University of Technology The Netherlands Buzz Baum MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology UK Beth Cimini Broad Institute USA Sara Cuylen H ring EMBL Heidelberg Germany Gautam Dey EMBL Heidelberg Germany Alba Diz Mu oz EMBL Heidelberg Germany Jan Ellenberg EMBL Heidelberg Germany Ben Engel Biozentrum University of Basel Switzerland Anna Erzberger EMBL Heidelberg Germany Isabella Graf EMBL Heidelberg Germany Simone K hler EMBL Heidelberg Germany Anna Kreshuk EMBL Heidelberg Germany Yamuna Krishnan The University of Chicago USA Jesper V Olsen University of Copenhagen Denmark Olivier Pertz University of Bern Switzerland Robert Prevedel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Thomas Quail EMBL Heidelberg Germany Selman Sakar EPFL Switzerland Yannick Schwab EMBL Heidelberg Germany Fiona Watt EMBL Heidelberg Germany Timo Zimmerman EMBL Heidelberg Germany Scientific organisers Niccol Banterle EMBL Heidelberg Germany Beth Cimini Broad Institute USA Thomas Quail EMBL Heidelberg Germany Course organisers Julia Patricia Nohle Course and Conference Officer EMBL Heidelberg Germany Irena Provaznikova Scientific Training Manager EMBL Heidelberg Germany Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsMedia kit Overview Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Course overview Cell biology is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by advances in single-molecule imaging, in situ structural biology, and quantitative live-cell microscopy. Breakthroughs in AI-based image analysis have further accelerated discovery, generating vast, high-dimensional datasets that reveal unprecedented details of cellular organization and dynamics. Yet, these developments bring new challenges in experimental design, data integration, and interpretation. This course will adopt a systems-level, holistic approach to these challenges, offering cutting-edge, hands-on training in advanced imaging, quantitative analysis, and complementary biophysical methods. Expert instructors will guide participants in...

8 September - 11 September 2026

Chemical biology 2026

Bryan Dickinson, Maja Köhn, Edward Lemke, Xiao Wang

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Conference overview The conference sets the stage for the dissemination and exchange of new developments in diverse emerging fields within chemical biology It is the largest and longest standing conference in the field being a platform for inspiration collaboration and networking for researchers in academia and industry We aim to provide the possibility for every chemical biologist to meet and discuss with peers topics ranging from tool development to biological applications from computational protein design to new drug modalities Session topics Big data AI and design Chemical technologies to probe biology Chemical technologies to manipulate biology Chemical synthetic biology The RNA world What past participants say about the conference The conference was very well organised with an amazing programme great speakers and it has proved a valuable source of information A very challenging and worthwhile experience Rosalba Sortino Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia Spain The EMBO Chemical Biology Workshop 2020 was super Inspiring talks and very well organised I had the opportunity to give a short presentation and got interesting feedback and discussion Ma Florencia Sanchez Institute for Biochemistry University of Frankfurt Germany This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 1 of 3 Speakers Keynote speakers Michelle Arkin UC San Francisco USA William DeGrado UC San Francisco USA Paola Picotti ETH Zurich Switzerland Speakers Yimon Aye University of Oxford UK Rebecca Buller University of Bern Switzerland Francesca Ceroni Imperial College London UK Laura Dassama Stanford University USA Mark Helm Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Germany Akane Kawamura Newcastle University UK Peter Kele HUN REN Research Centre for Natural Sciences Hungary Luke Lavis The Howard Hughes Medical Institute USA Ben Lehner The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology BIST Spain Brian Liau Harvard University USA Mi Hee Lim KAIST Korea Allie Obermeyer Columbia University USA Herman Overkleeft Leiden University Netherlands Stephanie Kath Schorr University of Cologne Germany Ali Tavassoli University of Southampton UK Chu Wang Peking University China Scientific organisers Bryan Dickinson University of Chicago USA Maja K hn University of Bonn Germany Edward Lemke Institute of Molecular Biology Germany Xiao Wang Massachusetts Institute of Technology USA Conference organiser Luc a Minutta EMBL Heidelberg Germany Programme Are you on social media Post using EMBOChemBio and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 8 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session11 00 13 00 Registration and light refreshments13 00 13 10Opening remarks13 10 16 40Session 1 Big Data AI and DesignChair to be confirmed13 10 13 40Talk tittle to be confirmedBen Lehner The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology BIST Spain13 40 13 55Selected Short Talk 113 55 14 25Functional Target Discovery by Chemical and Computational ProteomicsChu Wang Peking University China14 25 15 00Coffee Break and meet the speakers15 00 15 15Selected Short Talk 215 15 15 30Selected Short Talk 315 30 15 45Selected Short Talk 415 45 16 00Selected Short Talk 516 05 16 40Flash talks even numbers 16 40 18 25Poster session 1 even numbers 18 25 19 25Keynote Session De Novo Design of Functional ProteinsWilliam De Grado University of California USA19 25 20 55Dinner at EMBL Canteen Day 2 Wednesday 09 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 18 25Session 2 Chemical Technologies to Probe BiologyChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Activity based glycosidase profiling in biomedicine and biotechnologyHermen Overkleeft Leiden University Netherlands09 30 09 45Selected Short Talk 609 45 10 15Chemical tools diagnostics for neurodegenerative disease MetalloneurochemistryMi Hee Lim KAIST Korea10 15 10 50Coffee Break and meet the editors10 50 10 20Bioorthogonally activatable photolabile protecting groups and vice versaPeter Kele Hungarian Academy of Sciences Hungary11 20 11 35Selected Short Talk 711 35 12 05Talk tittle to be confirmedYimon Aye University of Oxford UK12 05 13 45Lunch and Meet the speakers13 45 14 15Illuminating biological systems using chemistryLuke Lavis The Howard Hughes Medical Institute USA14 15 14 30Selected Short Talk 814 30 14 45Selected Short Talk 914 45 15 00Selected Short Talk 1015 00 15 40Flash talk session odd numbers 15 40 17 25Poster session 2 odd numbers 17 25 18 25Keynote Session Talk tittle to be confirmedPaola Picotti ETH Zurich Switzerland18 25 20 00Canteen Dinner20 00 21 00After dinner drinks Day 3 Thursday 10 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 14 35Session 3 Chemical technologies to manipulate biologyChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk tittle to be confirmedAkane Kawamura Newcastle University UK09 30 09 45Selected Short Talk 1009 45 10 15Talk tittle to be confirmedLaura Dassama Stanford University USA10 15 10 50Coffee Break and meet the editors10 50 11 20Talk tittle to be confirmedAli Tavassoli University of Southampton UK11 20 11 35Selected Short Talk 1111 35 11 50Selected Short Talk 1211 50 12 05Selected Short Talk 1312 05 13 50Lunch and Meet the speakers13 50 14 20Talk tittle to be confirmedBrian Liau Harvard University USA14 20 17 50Session 4 Chemical Synthetic BiologyChair to be confirmed14 20 14 50Talk tittle to be confirmedAllie Obermeyer Columbia University USA14 50 16 35Poster session 3 all numbers 16 35 17 05Engineering proteins for synthetic applicationsRebecca Buller University of Bern Switzerland17 05 17 20Selected Short Talk 1417 20 17 50Talk tittle to be confirmedFrancesca Ceroni Imperial College London UK17 50 19 50Conference Dinner19 50 22 50Conference Party with Band Day 4 Friday 11 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 00Session 5 The RNA WorldChair to be confirmed09 00 09 30Talk tittle to be confirmedMark Helm Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Germany09 30 09 45Selected Short Talk 1509 45 10 00Selected Short Talk 1610 00 10 30Coffee Break and meet the editors10 30 11 00Talk tittle to be confirmedStephanie Kath Schorr University of Cologne Germany11 00 11 15Selected Short Talk 1811 15 12 15Keynote Session Chemical biology opens new avenues for drug discoveryMichelle Arkin University of California San Francisco USA12 15 12 30Poster prize announcements closing remarks12 30 13 00Packed Lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 450On site PhD Student 350On site Industry 770On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend onsite at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in Meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Luc a Rodriguez Minutta to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 200Virtual PhD Student 150Virtual Industry 275 Note accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Luc a Minutta for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract and participate in the poster sessions Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body the limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 character limit resulting in an error message We recommend you clear all formatting before pasting in the text If you have special symbols in your text make sure you are using Unicode characters otherwise these will not be recognised Title the title should not exceed 20 words Only the first word of the title should start with a capital letter and the rest should be lowercase Authors and affiliations fill in the author s details as requested in the online form The compulsory fields are First Name Last Name Organisation Name Affiliation or Company Country and Email Kindly mark only one author in the role of First Author and please don t forget to indicate who will be the Presenter Please enter your co authors correctly via the system by adding accounts together with their organisation institute Do not copy paste them into the body of the abstract text as they will not be indexed in the abstract book Presentation types when submitting your abstract you can apply for an oral or poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays might occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation and visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows Up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from within Europe Up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBL Conference from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a babysitter or childcare facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited amount of funding available for the childcare grants and funds will be distributed amongst eligible applicants Application On site participants You may apply for financial assistance when submitting your abstract In your application you will be asked to answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Virtual participants If you are attending virtually you can apply for financial assistance in the submission portal by the abstract deadline Read the instructions on how to apply for financial assistance Only submissions for financial assistance will be accepted Presentation abstracts cannot be submitted here and will be declined In your application you will be asked to summarise your current work answer questions regarding why your lab cannot fund your attendance and how your attendance will make a difference to your career Application for financial support will not affect the outcome of your registration application Selection The scientific organisers will select the recipients of registration fee waivers and travel grants during the motivation letter or abstract selection process Results will be announced approximately 6 8 weeks before the event start date however for some events this may be delayed Selection results do not impact your admission to the meeting Selection for registration fee waivers and travel grants is based on scientific merit your current work or study location the reasons for needing financial support and the impact this event will have on your career Childcare grants will be allocated in the same timeframe 6 8 weeks before the event start date Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers Reimbursement Costs will be reimbursed after the meeting only once a reimbursement form and original receipts from travel costs have been received Further details View our list of external funding opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a summary report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the Conference Officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As changes in our events are possible it is recommended that you book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Invited speakers please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 11 August in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code CHB26 01 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageHotel ibis HeidelbergHotel MonptiHotel Bayrischer Hof InterCity Hotel HeidelbergPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumB B HotelISG Hotel Staycity Aparthotel HeidelbergThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreSteffi s Hostel HeidelbergHilton HeidelbergMeininger HeidelbergHotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergHotel Holl nder Hof Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses These buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage opposite main train station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche bus stop Hilton Hotel Kurf rsten Anlage 1 ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that some bus stops may not be used for this event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about travel and accommodation please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of desserts Please wear your badge at all times when serving yourself No food or drinks are allowed in the auditorium Internet Wi Fi is available on campus using the EMBL Events network and the event specific password which will be provided on site The eduroam network secure worldwide roaming access service developed for the international research and education community is also available Photography During the conference an EMBL Photographer may be taking photos If you would not like to appear in these please inform the photographer or at someone the registration desk Charging stations There are lockers available next to the stairs leading down into the Auditorium You will find some of those equipped with sockets to charge your electronic devices In most places the electricity is 220 volts AC 50 cycles An adaptor and a plug that fits the German socket may be needed for your appliances A USB charging station for electronic devices is available at the registration desk Printing We can help to print your boarding pass train ticket Please send it to events embl de and collect your printouts at the registration desk Luggage There are lockers available on site to store your luggage which require a 2 EURO coin to operate There is another luggage room on level E0 which is free to use but remains unlocked during the conference Lost and found Lost and found items are kept at the registration desk until the end of the conference EMBL merchandise If you are interested in purchasing EMBL merchandise products presented in the glass display in the registration area please email the EMBL shop to place an order Kindly note the EMBL shop is only open upon request and all purchases must be made in cash Euros only Nursing room There is a nursing room available in the ATC Rooftop Lounge on level A29 Room for prayers meditation and yoga There is a room for prayer yoga and meditation located on level E0 behind the Auditorium Please be respectful of others using the room EMBL campus map Health and safety notes Please take a moment to read our health and safety policy Do not smoke in any EMBL building Eating and drinking is prohibited in the auditorium and all laboratories Do not enter any restricted areas or the laboratories unless instructed to do so If first aid is required The first aid room is located next to the ATC registration desk room 10 205 Dial the emergency number 222 from any EMBL internal phone only Be prepared to answer the following questions where is the accident What happened How many injured Emergency number 06221 387 7821 from mobile phones Please report all accidents at the registration desk In case of fire Press the nearest fire alarm button or the emergency number 222 from any internal phone A loud fire alarm will go off if an evacuation is required On hearing the alarm leave the building immediately following the escape route and fire wardens and head to one of the meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8 km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you need a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information how to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the conference platform with anyone Do not broadcast the conference to unregistered participants You are encouraged to post about the event unless the speaker specifically says otherwise Be mindful of unpublished data Please do not capture transmit or redistribute data presented at the meeting Additional information can be found in our Code of Conduct Time zone The programme is planned based on the Europe Berlin time zone unless otherwise stated Please take your time zone into consideration when planning your attendance Additional information Please find additional information including FAQs terms and conditions and travelling to EMBL on our Information for participants page Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal BME Horizon a Science Exploration Press journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal FEBS Press Life Sciences an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal RSC Chemical Biology a Royal Society of Chemistry journal Synthetic Biology and Engineering a Sciepublish journal The EMBO Journal an EMBO Press journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event 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OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Conference overview The conference sets the stage for the dissemination and exchange of new developments in diverse, emerging fields within chemical biology. It is the largest and longest-standing conference in the field, being a platform for inspiration, collaboration, and networking for researchers in academia and industry. We aim to provide the possibility for every chemical biologist to meet and discuss with peers topics ranging from tool development to biological applications, from computational protein design to new drug modalities. Session topics Big data, AI, and design Chemical technologies to probe biology Chemical technologies to manipulate biology Chemical synthetic biology The RNA world What past participants say about the conference “The...

15 September - 18 September 2026

Reconstructing the human past: using ancient and modern genomics

Mateja Hajdinjak, Choongwon Jeong, Maanasa Raghavan, Pontus Skoglund

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAbout Overview Symposium overview Combining genome wide data from ancient and modern populations opens new windows into the past and importantly their integration with archaeological evidence and historical records elucidates aspects of human history and cultural evolution of past societies Population scale sequencing projects investigating past and present human diversity have already provided us with extraordinary insights into patterns of human variation and mobility through time and space Moreover genome wide data from archaic human remains such as Neandertals and Denisovans allows to investigate human evolution in action and to provide direct insights into genetic changes that define our own lineage The available dataset of genome wide data from present day and archaic humans has risen exponentially since the first EMBO Reconstructing the human past meeting in 2019 This has drastically enhanced our ability to carry out further large scale studies on both global and local scales across deeply sampled time transects making it now possible to ask and answer questions that were simply impossible to address before in addition to motivating the development of new analytical methods Critically with new frontiers in data generation and analyses questions on ethical practices in paleogenomics need to be considered Furthermore the reconstruction of ancient pathogen genomes and metagenomic analysis of the oral and gut microbiomes provides us with molecular fossils to study microbial evolution through time The potential of ancient DNA data to reconstruct genomic variation of human associated animals and plants to understand the process of domestication and their evolutionary trajectory is equally promising to such studies in humans This meeting will involve scientists from population genetics bioinformatics microbiology anthropology archaeology and history and will strengthen future interactions in this young research field that is already changing the way we think about our past and will shape how we study genetic variation in the future Session topics Our closest living and extinct relatives Reconstructing the genetic history of human populations Research practices data curation and ethical considerations in paleogenomics New methods avenues tools and resources for paleogenomic data analysis From selection signals to function health and disease Evolution of human pathogens and microbiomes What past participants say about the Symposium The ancient DNA conference was a thought provoking exploration of a broad range of topics The organizers meticulous efforts to foster networking opportunities significantly enriched the overall experience Ganyu Zhang Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology Chinese Academy of Sciences China You ll never see so many of the biggest names in a DNA research all in one place together presenting new data and new results And to get the chance to present your own work and talk to them is an amazing opportunity Adam Rohrlach Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Germany As a first time EMBL conference attendee I found this community extremely welcoming and outstanding The incredible research at this conference left me taking notes at each and every speaker Hope to attend in the future Lydia Sykora University of Kansas USA Speakers Keynote speakers Johannes Krause Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Germany Speakers Constanza de la Fuente Castro University of Chile Chile Helen Fewlass University of Bristol UK Simon Gravel McGill University Canada Maui Hudson University of Waikato New Zealand Evan Irving Pease University of Oxford UK Madeline Lancaster University of Cambridge UK Fredrick Manthi National Museums of Kenya Kenya Matthias Meyer Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology Germany Karen Miga University of California Santa Cruz USA Shigeki Nakagome Trinity College Dublin Ireland Maria Nieves Col n University of Minnesota Twin Cities USA Pier Palamara University of Oxford UK Laurits Skov University of Copenhagen Denmark Maria Spyrou University of T bingen Germany Lucy van Dorp University College London UK Scientific organisers Mateja Hajdinjak The Francis Crick Institute UK Choongwon Jeong Seoul National University South Korea Maanasa Raghavan University of Chicago USA Pontus Skoglund The Francis Crick Institute UK Conference organiser Adela Graf EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary Programme Are you on social media Post using EESHuman and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise Day 1 Tuesday 16 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session12 00 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks 13 45 14 45Keynote Lecture Talk title tbaJohannes Krause Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology13 45 16 45Session 1 Our closest living and extinct relativesChairs 14 45 15 15The Middle Pleistocene environments The Kenyan Kibish fossil evidenceFrederick Manthi National Museums of Kenya15 15 15 30 1 Short talk15 30 15 45 2 Short talk15 45 16 00 3 Short talk16 00 16 15Talk title tbaLauritis Skov University of Copenhagen16 15 16 45Coffee break and Meet the speakerswith Frederick Manthi and Lauritis Skov16 45 19 15Session 2 Reconstructing the genetic history of human populationsChairs 16 45 17 15Genomic contributions to understanding the history of Latin America the CaribbeanMaria Nieves Col n University of Minnesota Twin Cities17 15 17 45 4 Short talk17 45 18 00 5 Short talk18 00 18 15 6 Short talk18 15 18 45Talk title tbaSimon Gravel McGill University18 45 19 15Flash talk session 119 15 21 00Dinner21 00 22 30After dinner drinks in ATC Foyer with speed networking tbc Day 2 Wednesday 17 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 12 00Session 2 Reconstructing the genetic history of human populations continued Chairs 09 00 09 30Talk title tbaShigeki Nakagome Trinity College Dublin09 30 10 00From desert to Patagonia paleogenomic perspectives across South AmericaConstanza de la Fuente Castro University of Chile10 00 10 15 7 Short talk10 15 10 30 8 Short talk10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers11 00 11 15 9 Short talk11 15 11 30 10 Short talk11 30 11 45 11 Short talk11 45 12 00 12 Short talk12 00 13 30Lunch and Meet the Editors13 30 17 00Session 3 Research practices data curation and ethical considerations in paleogenomicsChairs 13 30 14 00Talk title tbaMaui Hudson University of Waikato14 00 14 15 13 Short talk14 15 14 30 14 Short talk14 30 15 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers15 00 15 30Flash talk session 215 30 17 00Poster Session 1 odd numbers Free evening Day 3 Thursday 18 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 00 11 45Session 4 New methods avenues tools and resources for paleogenomic data analysisChairs 09 00 09 30Beyond bones and teeth exploring alternative sources of ancient DNA for investigating the human pastMatthias Meyer Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology09 30 09 45 15 Short talk09 45 10 00 16 Short talk10 00 10 30Talk title tbaPier Palamara University of Oxford10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers11 00 11 30Talk title tbaHelen Fewlass University of Bristol11 30 11 45 17 Short talk11 30 11 45 18 Short talk11 45 18 30Session 5 From selection signals to function health and diseaseChairs 11 45 12 15Evolutionary Trade Offs in Adaptive ImmunityEvan Irving Pease University of Oxford12 15 12 30 19 Short talk12 30 14 00Lunch14 00 14 30Talk title tbaMadaline Lancaster University of Cambridge14 30 14 45 20 Short talk14 45 15 00 21 Short talk15 00 15 30Talk title tbaKaren Miga University of California Santa Cruz15 30 16 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers16 00 16 15 22 Short talk16 15 16 30 23 Short talk16 30 17 00Flash talk session 317 00 18 30Poster Session 2 even numbers 18 30 20 15Dinner20 15 23 00Conference Party with DJ Day 4 Friday 19 September 2026 Time Europe Berlin Session09 30 12 45Session 6 Evolution of human pathogens and microbiomesChairs 09 30 10 00Talk title tbaMaria Spyrou University of T bingen10 00 10 15 24 Short talk10 15 10 30 25 Short talk10 30 11 00Coffee break and Meet the speakers11 00 11 15 26 Short talk11 15 11 30 27 Short talk11 30 11 45 28 Short talk11 45 12 00 29 Short talk12 00 12 30Uncovering the drivers of pathogen evolution from ancient DNA to modern diseaseLucy van Dorp University College London12 30 12 45Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 45 Packed Lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all 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if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or donverence platfrom with anyone else Do not 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Press journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary ProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAbout Overview Symposium overview Combining genome-wide data from ancient and modern populations opens new windows into the past and, importantly, their integration with archaeological evidence and historical records elucidates aspects of human history and cultural evolution of past societies. Population-scale sequencing projects investigating past and present human diversity have already provided us with extraordinary insights into patterns of human variation and mobility through time and space. Moreover, genome-wide data from archaic human remains, such as Neandertals and Denisovans, allows to investigate human evolution in action and to provide direct insights into genetic changes that define our own lineage. The available dataset of genome-wide data from present-day and archaic humans has risen exponentially since the...

4 October - 9 October 2026

Causality in biomedicine: going beyond associations

Barbara Etzi

Description This course provides an introduction to causal inference and causal representation learning offering both theoretical foundations and hands on training Participants will learn how to apply these methodologies to various biomedical data types including clinical genotype phenotype molecular and multimodal data Causal inference and causal representation learning are emerging fields in AI and biomedical data science enabling a shift from associational to cause effect reasoning These approaches have significant applications in biomedicine such as evaluating treatment effectiveness understanding causal mechanisms identifying genetic risk factors and uncovering causal relationships in complex molecular datasets For instance they can help answer questions like how effective a treatment is in preventing disease whether its effects are direct or mediated by intermediate variables and which genetic variants causally increase disease risk and can be targeted by drugs Participants will gain practical experience using widely adopted tools and resources to apply causal techniques in real world biomedical contexts The course also features keynote talks that will provide insights into the role of causality in genomic molecular and computational biology highlighting recent advancements and future directions in the field This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 2 of 3... This course provides an introduction to causal inference and causal representation learning, offering both theoretical foundations and hands-on training. Participants will learn how to apply these methodologies to various biomedical data types, including clinical, genotype-phenotype, molecular, and multimodal data.Causal inference and causal representation learning are emerging fields in AI and biomedical data science, enabling a shift from associational to cause-effect reasoning. These approaches have significant applications in biomedicine, such as evaluating treatment effectiveness, understanding causal mechanisms, identifying genetic risk factors, and uncovering causal relationships in complex molecular datasets. For instance, they can help answer questions like how effective a treatment is in preventing disease, whether its effects are direct or mediated by intermediate variables,...

4 October - 9 October 2026

Metabolite and species dynamics in microbial communities

Sunil Laxmann, Ian Probert, Flora Vincent, Elisabeth Zielonka, Maria Zimmermann-Kogadeeva

Description OverviewSponsors Overview Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Course overview Metagenomics studies are rapidly uncovering the compositional richness of microbial communities across diverse habitats from the oceans to the human gut While their fundamental role in our health and environment is undeniable there is an urgent need for unravelling the molecular mechanisms underlying the dynamics of these communities This requires a combined experimental and computational approach Recent studies including those from the organisers and speakers labs have underlined the success of such integrative approaches For example emergence of cell subpopulations Varahan et al eLife 2019 2020 and long term stability Blasche Kim et al Nat Microbiol 2021 through metabolic cross feeding As researchers worldwide map species dynamics in the ecosystems of their interest this course will provide the necessary overview and tools for moving from cataloguing to identifying key interaction agents especially metabolites This will include integrating species and metabolite dynamics data and leveraging the power of genome scale metabolic models to predict community interactions What past participants say about the course The course was a great blend of theoretical knowledge and practical applications It was very dynamic allowing for engaging discussions and networking opportunities among participants From trainers to speakers and organizers everyone was so helpful and approachable making it easy to ask questions and seek guidance The diverse facets and perspectives presented created an ideal environment for learning hands on exploration and collaboration Humberto Castillo Gonz lez Universit de Franche Comt France Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org... OverviewSponsors Overview Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Course overview Metagenomics studies are rapidly uncovering the compositional richness of microbial communities across diverse habitats, from the oceans to the human gut. While their fundamental role in our health and environment is undeniable, there is an urgent need for unravelling the molecular mechanisms underlying the dynamics of these communities. This requires a combined experimental and computational approach. Recent studies (including those from the organisers’ and speakers’ labs) have underlined the success of such integrative approaches. For example, emergence of cell subpopulations (Varahan et al. eLife 2019, 2020), and long-term stability (Blasche, Kim et al. Nat Microbiol. 2021) through metabolic cross-feeding. As...

6 October - 9 October 2026

Molecular mechanisms in evolution and ecology

Katharine Coyte, Gilles Fischer, Jordi van Gestel, Antonis Rokas, Rike Stelkens

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Conference overview The focus of this conference series is on interspecies and cell environment interactions across living organisms aiming to highlight the latest technological advances amplify scientific and societal focus on biodiversity and showcase studies on the vital role of microbes in planetary ecosystems Microbes are a major driver of ecological and evolutionary processes With the advances in omics microbial diversity can now be catalogued at an unprecedented scale but the molecular mechanisms that drive ecological and evolutionary changes in microbial populations phylogenetic clades and ecological communities often remain elusive To obtain mechanistic insight we need to bridge methods disciplines and viewpoints a purpose that this conference has served well in its previous editions The 2026 meeting will bring together researchers from a wide range of fields and microbial systems that aim to gain mechanistic insights on major outstanding ecological and evolutionary questions or that develop novel experimental computational approaches for doing so Keynote lectures at the start and end of the meeting will focus on the ecology and evolution of symbiosis In each of the four sessions invited speakers who are at the forefront of their research domain alongside short talks selected from abstracts will cover a broad range of questions and study systems Session topics Under the hood molecular mechanisms underlying adaptation Models in action models in ecology and evolution Trajectories of evolution dissecting evolutionary dynamics On the wild side microbial communities from the lab to the wild What past participants say about the conference An incredibly interesting and well organised event not only from the scientific side but also on the technical part As expected from other editions of the meeting the science was amazing and very variegated Kudos for the organisation and for the unusually high number of young speakers Irene Stefanini University of Turin Italy One of my favourite meetings with a real community feeling I ve started collaborations and made great friends here Rike Stelkens Population Genetics Stockholm University Sweden A great conference and academic environment networking opportunities are limitless Jose Antonio Urban Aragon International Laboratory for Human Genome Research National Autonomous University of Mexico LIIGH UNAM Mexico This event has been granted the following EMBO sustainability badge Grade 1 of 3 Speakers Claudia Bank University of Bern Switzerland Anne Florence Bitbol EPFL Switzerland Anne Ruxandra Carvunis University of Pittsburgh USA Marco Fumasoni Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine Portugal Nandita Garud University of California Los Angeles USA Simonetta Gribaldo Institut Pasteur France Heather Hendrickson University of Canterbury New Zealand Luis Larrondo Pontifical Catholic University of Chile Chile Nancy Moran University of Texas at Austin USA Dmitri Petrov Stanford University USA Paul Rainey Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology Germany Alvaro Sanchez CSIC University of Salamanca Spain Joseph Schacherer University of Strasbourg France Rike Stelkens Stockholm University Sweden Julia Vorholt ETH Zurich Switzerland Andreas Wagner University of Zurich Switzerland Noah Whiteman University of California Berkeley USA Scientific organisers Katharine Coyte University of Manchester UK Gilles Fischer Sorbonne University France Antonis Rokas Vanderbilt University USA Rike Stelkens Stockholm University Sweden Jordi van Gestel EMBL Heidelberg Germany Conference Organiser Inna B sselmann EMBL Heidelberg Germany Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal Biobreeding a Sciepublish journal BioEssays a Wiley journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal EMBO Reports an EMBO Press journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Open Bio a FEBS Press journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 Save the date PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences. This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Conference overview The focus of this conference series is on interspecies and cell-environment interactions across living organisms, aiming to highlight the latest technological advances, amplify scientific and societal focus on biodiversity, and showcase studies on the vital role of microbes in planetary ecosystems. Microbes are a major driver of ecological and evolutionary processes. With the advances in omics, microbial diversity can now be catalogued at an unprecedented scale, but the molecular mechanisms that drive ecological and evolutionary changes in microbial populations, phylogenetic clades and ecological communities often remain elusive. To obtain mechanistic insight we need to bridge...

13 October - 16 October 2026

The complex life of RNA

Elena Conti, Olivier Duss, Torben Heick Jensen, Juan Valcarcel Juarez, Karla Neugebauer

Description OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Symposium overview Before the genetic information stored in DNA can be used to direct cell growth and metabolism it has to be transferred into RNA Messenger RNAs mRNAs that code for proteins and noncoding RNAs are key components in the transmission of genetic information in all life forms from viruses to complex mammalian organisms Following the great success of the 2024 edition of this long standing symposium we are looking forward to returning in 2026 bringing together leaders in the RNA field post docs and students with the aim of disseminating and discussing the most recent findings The programme will include topics on transcription RNA processing and modification mRNA export and localisation mRNA surveillance and decay translation the activity of non coding RNAs the control of mRNA expression and coupling among these processes Session topics Co transcriptional RNA biology RNA processing and modification RNP on the move Co translational RNA biology RNA structure and regulation RNA pathogens and therapeutics What past participants say about the Symposium It was great opportunity to know about the recent cutting edge technology in the RNA domain The program included topics about RNA processing modification transcription translation decay and the how RNAs could be used as drug targets to treat human diseases I have seen fascinating structures for large RNA binding protein complexes and promising therapeutic applications of RNA Moreover it was a great pleasure meeting passionate researchers from all over world Marah Saad Universit Grenoble Alpes France Countless invaluable networking opportunities and a very friendly and supportive scientific crowd Thank you for the opportunity to participate Martina Tomaiuolo European Institute of Oncology IEO Italy One of my best academic experiences full of personal and professional learning Definitely recommended Sho Goh Shenzhen Bay Laboratory China Speakers Keynote speakers Maria Carmo Fonseca Gulbenkian Institute for Molecular Medicine GIMM Portugal Chuan He University of Chicago USA Adrian Krainer Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA Speakers Allen Buskirk Johns Hopkins School of Medicine USA Andrzej Dziembowski International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw IIMCB Poland Sebastian Falk University of Vienna Austria Archa Fox The University of Western Australia Australia Katharina H fer University of Marburg Germany Danny Incarnato University of Groningen The Netherlands V Narry Kim Seoul National University South Korea Oliver M hlemann University of Bern Switzerland Danny Nedialkova Technical University of Munich Germany Ramesh Pillai University of Geneva Switzerland Clemens Plaschka IMP Research Institute of Molecular Pathology Austria Oded Rechavi Tel Aviv University Israel Mikiko Siomi The University of Tokyo Japan Anne Willis University of Cambridge UK Scientific organisers Elena Conti Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry Germany Olivier Duss EMBL Heidelberg Germany Torben Heick Jensen Aarhus University Denmark Karla Neugebauer Yale School of Medicine USA Juan Valc rcel Ju rez Centre for Genomic Regulation CRG Spain Programme Are you on social media Post using EESRNA Event hashtag and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The schedule for the shuttle bus and poster numbers will be added closer to the event Day 1 Tuesday 13 October 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker17 30 18 30Arrival and registration18 30 20 00Dinner in EMBL Canteen20 00 20 15Opening remarks20 15 21 00Keynote talkMaria Carmo Fonseca Instituto de Medicina Molecular Jo o Lobo Antunes Portugal21 00 22 30Networking drinks and poster preview Day 2 Wednesday 14 October 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 05Session 1 Co transcriptional RNA biology09 00 09 25Nuclear long noncoding RNA NEAT1 paraspeckle condensates and beyondArcha Fox The University of Western Australia Australia09 25 09 40Short talk09 40 09 55Short talk09 55 10 10Short talk10 10 10 40Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 40 11 05Invited talkClemens Plaschka IMP Research Institute of Molecular Pathology Austria11 05 11 20Short talk11 20 11 35Short talk11 35 12 05Flash talks12 05 13 35Lunch and Meet the Editors introduction before lunch 13 35 16 05Poster Session 1 odd numbers with snacks16 05 18 40Session 2 RNA processing and modification16 05 16 30RNAylation The Molecular Bridge Connecting RNA and Protein WorldsKatharina H fer University of Marburg Germany16 30 16 45Short talk16 45 17 00Short talk17 00 17 30Coffee Break and Meet the speakers17 30 17 55RNA modifications in gene regulationRamesh Pillai University of Geneva Switzerland17 55 18 10Short talk18 10 18 25Short talk18 25 18 40Short talk18 40 20 10Dinner in EMBL Canteen20 10 20 55Keynote talkChuan He University of Chicago USA20 55 21 45Networking drinks in Foyer Day 3 Thursday 15 October 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 15Session 3 RNP on the move09 00 09 25Invited talkSebastian Falk University of Vienna Austria09 25 09 40Short talk09 40 09 55Short talk09 55 10 20Investigating translation dependent mRNA decay pathways in vitroOliver M hlemann University of Bern Switzerland10 20 10 50Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 50 11 05Short talk11 05 11 30Invited talkMikiko Siomi The University of Tokyo Japan11 30 11 45Short talk11 45 12 15Flash talks12 15 13 45Lunch and Meet the speakers13 45 16 15Poster Session 2 even numbers with snacks16 15 16 15Session 4 Co translational RNA biology16 15 16 40Different pathways for rescuing collided ribosomes in bacteriaAllen Buskirk Johns Hopkins School of Medicine USA16 40 16 55Short talk16 55 17 10Short talk17 10 17 40Coffee Break and Meet the speakers17 40 18 05Invited talkDanny Nedialkova Technical University of Munich Germany18 05 18 20Short talk18 20 18 35Short talk18 35 19 00Invited talkAnne Willis University of Cambridge UK19 00 20 30Dinner in EMBL Canteen20 30 22 00Pub quiz in the CanteenNetworking drinks in the Rooftop lounge Day 4 Friday 16 October 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 11 50Session 5 RNA structure and regulation09 00 09 25RNA structural ensembles biological functions and therapeutic opportunitiesDanny Incarnato University of Groningen The Netherlands09 25 09 40Short talk09 40 09 55Short talk09 55 10 10Short talk10 10 10 40Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 40 11 05Transgenerational MemoryOded Rechavi Tel Aviv University Israel11 05 11 20Short talk11 20 11 35Short talk11 35 11 50Short talk11 50 13 20Lunch and Meet the speakers13 20 15 50Session 6 RNA pathogens and therapeutics13 20 13 45Invited talkAndrzej Dziembowski International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw Poland13 45 14 00Short talk14 00 14 15Short talk14 15 14 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers14 45 15 00Short talk15 00 15 15Short talk15 15 15 30Short talk15 30 15 55Towards comprehensive understanding of cytoplasmic mRNA stability controlV Narry Kim Seoul National University South Korea15 55 16 10Short break16 10 16 55Keynote talkAdrian Krainer Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory USA16 55 17 10Closing remarks and poster prize17 10 18 00Pre dinner drinks and Meet the speakers18 00 20 00Gala dinner in EMBL Canteen20 00 23 30Conference party in Foyer Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Iva Gavran to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration fees include Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Virtual Academia 240Virtual PhD Student 190Virtual Industry 290 Note Accredited journalists may be eligible to register for complimentary on site or virtual press registration Registrants may be required to provide accreditation or equivalent proof of press membership after registration Please contact Iva Gavran for more information Confirmation and payment Registration will be on a first come first served basis You can register and submit your abstract without paying the conference fee in advance but your place can only be confirmed after payment of the registration fee If you are added to our waiting list please consider taking advantage of our offerings to participate virtually On site participants types of payments accepted are international bank transfers and credit card payments Virtual participants we are only able to accept card payments In exceptional cases we can accept bank transfers Please contact events embl de for details Cancellation policy If you are no longer able to take part in the conference please inform your conference contact responsible for this event Your registration and the submitted abstract will be deleted Please also check our Terms and Conditions for the cancellation policy Abstract submission Abstract submission Only participants registering to attend the on site event are eligible to submit an abstract Unfortunately abstracts will not be accepted from virtual participants After registration you can submit your abstract via a separate link that will be provided in the email confirmation Alternatively you can access the link on the confirmation page directly after registering The same login credentials are used for both processes Things to keep in mind when preparing the abstract Abstract body The limit of 2 000 characters refers to manually typed text and excludes spaces If an error occurs try using a different web browser preferably Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox If you copy paste the text into the form hidden formatting might still be included which may cause the text to exceed the 2 000 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poster presentation A selection process will take place with the results announced 3 weeks after the abstract submission deadline delays may occur For detailed instructions on how to submit a conference abstract follow the instructions provided in this video Please check our FAQs pages for further information on how to submit an abstract Financial assistance Financial assistance Limited financial assistance is provided by the EMBL Advanced Training Centre Corporate Partnership Programme and EMBO in the form of registration fee waivers travel grants and childcare grants Your place in the meeting is only confirmed by paying the registration fee which is mandatory even when receiving a fee waiver Registration fee waiver The fee waiver will cover the registration sum that you have paid to attend the course or conference Travel grant The travel grant will cover the cost of travel to an on site event airfare train bus taxi accommodation visa and is provided up to specified caps which are normally as follows up to 400 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from within Europe up to 1000 for participants travelling to an EMBO EMBL Symposium from outside Europe The organisers may reduce the grant cap to accommodate more participants Recipients will be notified of their travel cap amount when they are informed of the outcome of their application Receipts and boarding passes for air travel must be provided via email with your signature for all costs incurred within two months of completion of travel Childcare grant There is the possibility to apply for a childcare grant to offset child care costs incurred by participants speakers and organisers when attending a conference Eligible costs include but are not limited to fees for a baby sitter or child care facility and travel costs for a caregiver Please note that priority will be given to early stage researchers You may apply for a childcare grant at the same time when submitting your abstract There is a limited 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opportunities or refer to the FAQ page Become an event reporter At our conferences we also offer the option to become an event reporter By attending the meeting sharing your insights on social media and writing a detailed report you can offset the conference fees Please read the instructions on how to apply Travel and accommodation Visa We can send you a registration confirmation to support your visa procedure not an official invitation letter after you have paid the registration fee Please contact the conference officer responsible for your event For more information please see here Travel If you are travelling to Heidelberg via aeroplane train car or long distance bus you can find useful information here Accommodation Accommodation is not included in the conference registration fee As further changes in our events are possible you should book flights trains and hotels with flexible options and favourable cancellation conditions Please be wary of fraudulent hotel services contacting you to ask for payments see our Accommodation Scam Alert for more information The hotels below have rooms on hold for participants until 15 September 2026 in some cases at special rates Please email the hotel directly quoting the booking code EES26 12 to confirm the exact price of the room Hotel AnlageClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel ibis HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel MonptiClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel Bayrischer Hof Click to contact the hotel directlyInterCity Hotel HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyPremier Inn Heidelberg City ZentrumClick to contact the hotel directlyB B HotelClick to contact the hotel directlyISG Hotel Click to contact the hotel directlyStaycity Aparthotel HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyThe Heidelberg Exzellenz HotelClick to contact the hotel directlyLeonardo Hotel Heidelberg City CentreClick to contact the hotel directlySteffi s Hostel HeidelbergClick here to contact the hotel directlyHilton HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyMeininger Heidelberg Click to contact the hotel directly use code EMBL2026 Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten HeidelbergClick to contact the hotel directlyHotel Holl nder Hof Click to contact the hotel directly Please note that as of 1 October 2025 Heidelberg City Council is introducing an overnight stay tax for tourists visiting Heidelberg including work related trips The cost will be 3 50 EUR per night for the first five nights of a consecutive stay and will be added to the hotel s nightly rate Please contact the individual hotel directly if you have any questions Local transportation Conference shuttle buses Conference shuttle buses are free of charge for participants and depart from designated bus stops near the hotels to EMBL and back mornings and evenings The bus stops for this conference are Staycity Aparthotel Speyerer Str 7 Kurf rsten Anlage bus stop Opposite Main Train Station Premier Inn City Zentrum Kurf rsten Anlage 23 Leonardo Hotel Heidelberg City Center Bergheimer Str 63 Neckarm nzplatz Heidelberg Tourist Information Peterskirche Bus stop Hans B ckler Stra e bus stop Rohrbacher Str 22 ISG Hotel Im Eichwald 19 View Conference shuttle bus stops and hotels in a larger map Please note that not every bus stop will be used for every event Other local transportation In addition to the shuttle busses there is also the public bus 28 that serves the EMBL campus and taxis can be easily booked at any time For more information see here Further details Address EMBL Meyerhofstra e 1 69117 Heidelberg Germany For more information about accommodation and travel please refer to the FAQ page On site information Here you will find useful information for when you are onsite at the event Catering All meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the porgramme are included in the registration fee Our catering staff will prepare a variety of vegetarian meals meat and fish dishes soups pasta fresh fruit and vegetables as well as a variety of 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meeting points Do not use the lifts Beyond first aid The Heidelberg University Hospital or Universit tsklinikum has a 24 hour accident and emergency facility and is at Im Neuenheimer Feld 672 It is a 8km or a 20 minute taxi ride away from EMBL In a medical emergency the ambulance service generally transports patients to this hospital Please remember to bring your own medication if needed to the conference Note that the next pharmacy is a 4 minute drive from the EMBL but for many medications you will be required to see a doctor to get a prescription Ensure in advance that your medical insurance will cover you during your visit in the event that you do need to see a doctor while in Heidelberg The EMBL course and conference office team are able to advise you on where to turn for emergency or non emergency medical treatment in Heidelberg and can assist you in making appointments and or arranging transport to get to the pharmacy or a doctor of your choice if necessary Please note we are not however permitted to personally accompany you off campus Sightseeing A variety of activities in Heidelberg can be found on the website of Heidelberg Marketing Event platform Access Access to the event platform is given to all on site and virtual participants You can use the event platform to Access to all the livestreamed talks Opportunity to submit questions for virtual participants Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded Access to the abstract book Opportunity to engage with speakers and other participants via the discussion area and chat functionality Other useful information How to give a good scientific talk or to make a good scientific poster and more More information about the platform will be shared ahead of the conference Guidelines Please do not share the link to the course or donverence platfrom with anyone else Do not broadcast the conference to 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FEBS Journal a FEBS Press journal FEBS Letters a FEBS Press journal Life Sciences an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal PLOS Biology a PLOS journal The EMBO Journal an EMBO Press journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 Leaderboard 728 90... OverviewSpeakersProgrammePractical informationSponsorsAboutMedia kit Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Symposium overview Before the genetic information stored in DNA can be used to direct cell growth and metabolism, it has to be transferred into RNA. Messenger RNAs (mRNAs) that code for proteins and noncoding RNAs are key components in the transmission of genetic information in all life forms – from viruses to complex mammalian organisms. Following the great success of the 2024 edition of this long-standing symposium, we are looking forward to returning in 2026, bringing together leaders in the RNA field, post-docs and students, with the aim of disseminating and discussing the most recent findings. The programme will include topics on transcription, RNA processing and modification, mRNA export and localisation, mRNA...

19 October - 23 October 2026

Structural bioinformatics

EMBL-EBI Training

Description This course provides a guide to the commonly used methods and tools in structural bioinformatics to analyse and interpret experimentally determined and AI predicted macromolecular structure data Structural biology determining the three dimensional shapes of biomacromolecules and their complexes can tell us a lot about how these molecules function and the roles they play within a cell Data derived from structure determination experiments and Artificial Intelligence AI assisted structure prediction enables life science researchers to address a wide variety of questions This course explores bioinformatics data resources and tools for the investigation analysis and interpretation of both experimentally determined and predicted biomacromolecular structures It will focus on how best to analyse and interpret available structural data to gain useful information given specific research contexts The course content will also cover predicting function and exploring interactions with other macromolecules This course is currently under development please check back again soon for further details You can find more information about the previous iteration of this course here... This course provides a guide to the commonly used methods and tools in structural bioinformatics to analyse and interpret experimentally determined and AI-predicted macromolecular structure data.Structural biology, determining the three-dimensional shapes of biomacromolecules and their complexes, can tell us a lot about how these molecules function and the roles they play within a cell. Data derived from structure determination experiments and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted structure prediction enables life-science researchers to address a wide variety of questions.  This course explores bioinformatics data resources and tools for the investigation, analysis, and interpretation of both experimentally determined and predicted biomacromolecular structures. It will focus on how best to analyse and interpret available structural data to gain useful information given specific...

20 October - 23 October 2026

DNA replication and genome maintenance: from basic biology to human health

Anja Groth, Helle Ulrich, Johannes Walter

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Symposium overview Our understanding of eukaryotic DNA replication has grown dramatically in the past few years and many areas are poised for further breakthroughs These include the structure and dynamics of the DNA replication machinery and how origin firing is controlled in space and time across different tissues during aging and in disease It is now clear that DNA replication is tightly integrated with chromatin dynamics epigenome maintenance and chromosome organization and as such the field is expanding its scope Accurate DNA replication is important for genomic stability and several human diseases most notably cancer are driven by DNA replication stress Due to the rapid advances in understanding replication fork structure and function we are now on the brink of a new understanding of replication fork stability protection and repair These forthcoming insights will advance our understanding of cancer etiology and lay the foundation for new therapies By bringing together experts in the basic biology of DNA replication and genome maintenance this EMBO EMBL Symposium aims to fuel progress in these important fields Session topics Replisome structure and function Replication in time and space Chromatin replication and cell fate Replication stress and genome stability Replication coupled DNA repair Replication in development aging and cancer What past participants say about the conference I was impressed by the number of PIs who were present Everyone working in our field in Europe showed up The quality of work presented during talks and poster session was exceptional There was plenty of time to talk to people which made for a terrific meeting Agata Smogorzewska The Rockefeller University USA The conference has helped me to keep up to date with the latest development of the field and make new contacts with various researchers These are valuable aspects for both my professional development and scientific research Ronald Wong Institute of Molecular Biology Germany Speakers Keynote speakers Titia de Lange The Rockefeller University USA Thanos Halazonetis University of Geneva Switzerland Speakers Constance Alabert University of Dundee UK Franziska Bleichert Yale University USA Gheorghe Chistol Stanford University USA David Cortez Vanderbilt University USA Daniel Gerlich Austrian Academy of Sciences Austria Vera Gorbunova University of Rochester USA Stephan Hamperl Helmholtz Munich Germany Ichiro Hiratani RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research Japan Masato Kanemaki National Institute of Genetics Japan Puck Knipscheer Hubrecht Institute The Netherlands Francesca Mattiroli Hubrecht Institute The Netherlands Lori Passmore MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology UK Frank Uhlmann The Francis Crick Institute UK Joseph Yeeles MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology UK Scientific organisers Anja Groth University of Copenhagen Denmark Helle Ulrich Institute of Molecular Biology IMB Germany Johannes Walter Harvard Medical School USA Conference organiser Luana Ribeiro EMBL Heidelberg Germany Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal FEBS Letters a FEBS Press journal Genes and Development a Cold Spring Harbor Journal Genome Research a Cold Spring Harbor Journal Geromedicine a Science Exploration Press journal International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Journal of Cell Science a The Company of Biologists journal Journal of Molecular Biology an Elsevier journal Journal of Personalized Medicine a MDPI journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Methods and Protocols a MDPI journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Synthetic Biology and Engineering a Sciepublish journal The EMBO Journal an EMBO Press journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Symposium overview Our understanding of eukaryotic DNA replication has grown dramatically in the past few years, and many areas are poised for further breakthroughs. These include the structure and dynamics of the DNA replication machinery and how origin firing is controlled in space and time across different tissues, during aging and in disease. It is now clear that DNA replication is tightly integrated with chromatin dynamics, epigenome maintenance and chromosome organization, and as such the field is expanding its scope. Accurate DNA replication is important for genomic stability, and several human diseases, most notably cancer, are...

26 October - 30 October 2026

The fundamentals of high-end cell sorting

Alex Cabrera, Beata Ramasz, Steffen Schmitt

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Application is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Course overview Flow cytometry based cell sorting remains a cornerstone technique across many areas of life science research As access to high end sorters increases researchers are often expected to operate these instruments with minimal institutional support or formal training particularly in settings lacking dedicated core facilities Yet understanding the principles behind cell sorting is crucial for designing effective experiments troubleshooting issues and generating high quality publishable data This practical course addresses that need by offering a comprehensive programme that blends theoretical foundations with hands on experience Delivered by leading experts it provides in depth instruction on established best practices while also introducing participants to the latest advancements in the field including spectral and image enabled cell sorting Now a well established programme the course is continuously refined to reflect technological advancements and the evolving needs of the research community Each edition incorporates participant feedback and introduces emerging topics such as spectral and image enabled sorting data reproducibility and downstream applications For example image enabled cell sorting to which our team has directly contributed Schraivogel et al 2022 is now a key part of the programme This dynamic and responsive approach ensures that the course remains current relevant and impactful for researchers working with advanced cytometry technologies What past participants say about the course This course provides an exceptional hands on experience with the latest techniques in flow cytometry The expert led sessions and collaborative environment make it an invaluable resource for expanding practical skills and fostering connections in the field of cell and particle sorting Indr Dalg dien Vilnius University Life Sciences Center Lithuania Everybody who does cell sorting should take part in this course I learned so much that helped me improve my experiments and guided me toward solving my problems If I succeed in my experiments it is in large part due to this course Veronika Pfaffenstaller Biomedical Center Munich at the LMU Germany I had high expectations for this course on the Fundamentals of high end cell sorting But my expectations were widely surpassed I have learnt so much during this week including things that I thought I was almost an expert in I can t wait to go back to the lab and apply everything I learnt I do recommend this course for anyone planning to do cell sorting Lu s Cris stomo University of Turku Finland Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Application is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Course overview Flow cytometry-based cell sorting remains a cornerstone technique across many areas of life science research. As access to high-end sorters increases, researchers are often expected to operate these instruments with minimal institutional support or formal training – particularly in settings lacking dedicated core facilities. Yet, understanding  the principles behind cell sorting is crucial for designing effective experiments, troubleshooting issues, and generating high-quality, publishable data. This practical course addresses that need by offering a comprehensive programme that blends theoretical foundations with hands-on experience. Delivered by leading experts, it provides in-depth instruction on...

9 November - 13 November 2026

Introduction to SBX and advanced NGS for genomic research

Vladimir Benes, Gregor Obernosterer, Gerrit Schramm, Nayara Trevisan Doimo de Azevedo

Description OverviewSponsors Overview Application is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org... OverviewSponsors Overview Application is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities, with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget. Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg. View other conferences, or contact sponsorship@embl.de for further information. If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event, please visit our media partnerships webpage. Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities. All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences, symposia, and courses...

10 November - 13 November 2026

Defining and defeating metastasis: from plasticity to immune evasion to therapy resistance

Eduard Batlle, Andrew Ewald, Daniel Klimmeck, Samra Turajilic, Karin de Visser

Description OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia KitAbout Overview Symposium overview Metastasis research is a nexus for several of the most exciting areas and technical developments of current cancer biology and translational molecular medicine High resolution intravital imaging single cell sequencing and integrated genomics approaches innovative tissue modelling and co culture systems for disease screening and patient stratification all have enormous implications for our basic understanding of the mechanisms of this deadly disease and hold great promises for progress in its successful treatment This symposium will cover emerging key concepts of latent metastasis and dissemination of tumour cells including evolution and genetic diversity of metastasis circulating tumor cells stemness dormancy and stromal reprogrammig transcriptional and epigenetic control motility and invasive signaling metastatic heterogeneity EMT and plasticity immune evasion and metabolic adaptations The meeting will provide a unique interdisciplinary exchange on current approaches and future collaborations on metastasis and its therapeutic challenges Session topics Metastasis intiating cells and circulating tumour cells Motility and invasion Transcriptional and epigenetic control of metastasis Metastasis heterogeneity EMT and plasticity Metastasis signalling and latency Tumour micorenvironment and immune evasion Sincle cell spatial transcriptomics and machine learning techniques In vivo modelling of metastasis What past participants say about the Symposium The Defining and Defeating Metastasis Symposium is one of the best meetings I have ever attended We talked about science at the highest level with the joy of research Surrounded by nature I met old colleagues and future collaborators we discussed our research and learnt from the stunning presentations Thank you so much EMBL for this incredible event and for giving me the opportunity to present my research results Giulia Gallerani University of Bologna Italy Speakers Keynote speaker Sarah Maria Fendt VIB KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology Belgium Joan Massagu Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center USA Speakers Hellmut Augustin German Cancer Research Center Germany Toni Celi Terrassa Hospital del Mar Research Institute of Barcelona HMRI Spain Ilaria Elia VIB KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology Belgium Neta Erez Tel Aviv University Israel Cyrus Ghajar Fred Hutch Cancer Center USA Johanna Ivaska University of Turku Finland Ioanna Keklikoglou University of Crete Greece Anna Obenauf Research Institute of Molecular Pathology IMP Austria Masanobu Oshima Kanazawa University Japan Erik Sahai The Francis Crick Institute UK Toshiro Sato Keio University Japan Colinda Scheele VIB KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology Belgium Mara Sherman Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center USA Paul Timpson Garvan Institute of Medical Research Australia Valerie Weaver University of California San Francisco USA Founding steering group members Johanna Joyce University of Lausanne Switzerland Joan Massagu Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center USA Charles Swanton The Francis Crick Institute UK Scientific organisers Eduard Batlle Institute for Research in Biomedicine Barcelona Spain Karin de Visser Netherlands Cancer Institute The Netherlands Andrew Ewald Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore USA Daniel Klimmeck EMBO Germany Samra Turajlic The Francis Crick Institute UK Conference organiser Nathalie Sneider EMBL Heidelberg Germany Preliminary programme Are you on social media Post using EESMetastasis and don t forget to tag EMBLEvents Please note that the programme is subject to change Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk For registered participants recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event unless indicated otherwise The bus schedule for the shuttle bus will be available here before the start of the conference The full programme will be announced ahead of the conference Please find the planned timings for the programme below The list of invited speakers is available on the speaker tab Day 1 Tuesday 10 November 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker11 45 13 30Registration and light refreshments13 30 13 45Opening remarks13 45 14 30Keynote lecture 114 30 17 30Session 1 Chair To be confirmed14 30 15 00Invited speaker 115 00 15 15Selected short talk 115 15 15 30Selected short talk 215 30 16 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers16 00 16 30Invited speaker 216 30 16 45Selected short talk 316 45 17 00Selected short talk 417 00 17 30Invited speaker 317 30 18 15Speed networking18 15 19 45Dinner in EMBL Canteen19 45 21 30After dinner drinks Day 1 Wednesday 11 November 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 15Session 2 Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 30Invited speaker 409 30 09 45Selected short talk 509 45 10 00Selected short talk 610 00 10 15Selected short talk 710 15 11 00Coffee Break including Group Photo and Meet the speakers11 00 11 15Selected short talk 811 15 11 30Selected short talk 911 30 12 00Invited speaker 512 00 12 15Flash talks session 1 odd numbers 12 15 13 45Lunch including Meet the Editorsand Imaging Centre tours13 45 15 15Poster Session 1 odd numbers 15 15 15 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers15 45 17 15Session 3 Chair To be confirmed15 45 16 15Invited speaker 616 15 16 30Selected short talk 1016 30 16 45Selected short talk 1116 45 17 00Selected short talk 1217 00 17 30Invited speaker 717 30Free evening Optional guided tour of Heidelberg Old Town limited places available Day 1 Thursday 12 November 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 00Session 4 Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 30Invited speaker 809 30 09 35Beug foundation awardees09 35 10 15Beug metastasis foundation awardees10 15 10 45Coffee Break and Meet the speakers10 45 11 00Selected short talk 1311 00 11 15Selected short talk 1411 15 11 45Invited speaker 911 45 12 00Flash talks session 2 even numbers 12 00 13 30Lunch12 30 13 30Career discussion session13 30 15 00Poster Session 2 even numbers 15 00 18 15Session 5 Chair To be confirmed15 00 15 30Invited speaker 1015 30 15 45Selected short talk 1515 45 16 00Selected short talk 1616 00 16 30Invited speaker 1116 30 17 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers17 00 17 15Selected short talk 1717 15 17 30Selected short talk 1817 30 17 45Selected short talk 1917 45 18 15Invited speaker 1218 15 20 15Conference dinner in the canteen20 15 23 30Conference Party Day 1 Friday 13 November 2026 Time Europe Berlin Speaker09 00 12 45Session 6 Chair To be confirmed09 00 09 30Invited speaker 1309 30 09 45Selected short talk 2009 45 10 00Selected short talk 2110 00 10 30Invited speaker 1410 30 11 00Coffee Break and Meet the speakers11 00 11 15Selected short talk 2211 15 11 45Invited speaker 1511 45 12 30Keynote lecture 212 30 12 45Closing Remarks and Poster Prize Announcements12 45 13 15Packed lunch and departure Practical information Registration fees On site registration fees include Admission to the event Possibility to submit an abstract Meals and coffee breaks as indicated in the programme Conference materials Access to the online event platform Access to all the livestreamed talks Video library of the recorded talks during the event and for four weeks afterwards Please note at the request of individual speakers some talks are not recorded A letter to support your visa application for more information check the Travel and accommodation tab Accommodation and travel are not included in the fees Participants are expected to book and pay their own expenses On site Academia 750On site PhD Student 650On site Industry 950On site Journal Editors 300 Editors from scientific journals are allowed to attend at a reduced rate but asked to contribute to the conference in return by taking part in meet the editors sessions or other planned activities within the programme Please contact Name of CO to ask for the special registration link for editors Virtual registration 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promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersPreliminary programmePractical informationSponsorsMedia KitAbout Overview Symposium overview Metastasis research is a nexus for several of the most exciting areas and technical developments of current cancer biology and translational molecular medicine. High-resolution intravital imaging, single-cell sequencing, and integrated genomics approaches, innovative tissue modelling and co-culture systems for disease screening and patient stratification all have enormous implications for our basic understanding of the mechanisms of this deadly disease, and hold great promises for progress in its successful treatment. This symposium will cover emerging key concepts of latent metastasis and dissemination of tumour cells including evolution and genetic diversity of metastasis, circulating tumor cells, stemness, dormancy and stromal reprogrammig, transcriptional and epigenetic...

16 November - 20 November 2026

Genome bioinformatics: from short- to long-read sequencing

EMBL-EBI Training

Description A guide to the technology analysis workflows tools and resources for next generation sequencing data analysis This course will provide insights and training into how biological knowledge can be derived from genomics experiments and explain different approaches in analysing such data The main focus will be on introducing sequence informatics re sequencing differences between short and long read sequencing and variant calling during the analysis of higher eukaryotes with an emphasis on human genetic research Throughout the week more advanced topics will introduce the creation of pipelines automation and the scaling up of analysis experiments The programme is currently under development Please see the 2025 iteration for a reference of the potential content of this course... A guide to the technology, analysis workflows, tools, and resources for next-generation sequencing data analysis.This course will provide insights and training into how biological knowledge can be derived from genomics experiments and explain different approaches in analysing such data. The main focus will be on introducing sequence informatics, re-sequencing, differences between short- and long-read sequencing, and variant calling during the analysis of higher-eukaryotes, with an emphasis on human genetic research. Throughout the week, more advanced topics will introduce the creation of pipelines, automation, and the scaling-up of analysis experiments.The programme is currently under development. Please see the 2025 iteration for a reference of the potential content of this course. 

17 November - 20 November 2026

Quantitative biology to molecular mechanisms

Michael Dorrity, Michael Elowitz, Tineke Lenstra, Teresa Rayon, Mikhail Savitski

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Conference overview The last decade has witnessed a profound transformation in molecular biology research fueled by revolutionary technologies greatly enhancing our ability to systematically and quantitatively measure both molecules and cells The use of genomics proteomics and imaging have become routine generating vast amounts of high resolution data that characterise biological systems across multiple scales ranging from molecules to organisms This technological leap presents an opportunity to describe biological systems quantitatively in order to formulate mechanistic models find general principles of multi scale systems and confront the grand challenge of engineering new cellular behaviors in the face of biological complexity Quantitative biology to molecular mechanisms aims to bridge the gap between technologies and scales serving as a platform for the emergence of ideas and concepts to model complex biological systems With new horizons in sight this meeting will provide a necessary reassessment of the scope of systems biology Leaders in genomics dynamic proteomics quantitative imaging and theory will gather to discuss their data and models transcending their respective elds of expertise The conference will feature a unique combination of leading experts in high throughput biochemistry single cell quantitative imaging quantitative proteomics theory and synthetic biology with ample networking opportunities aiming to build and connect an interdisciplinary research community with the ambition to unify quantitative biology beyond technical borders In the 2026 edition we will hear from speakers using large scale quantitative methods from di erent elds imaging proteomics genomics genetics and who emphasize how big datasets benefit from rigorous quantitative modeling a shared challenge for all fields Sessions will again be structured around three interconnected themes where systems level approaches in molecular biology research are transforming our understanding of biological systems Session topics Systems to function Systems to cells Systems to models What past participants say about the conference It was a fantastic meeting with diverse talks that combined technology development with interesting biological questions I truly enjoyed it and learned so much in a short time Abdel Mazouzi Netherlands Cancer Institute The Netherlands As a physical chemist with a strong interest in biology I found this conference to be highly engaging and inspiring It provided valuable insights that led me to recognize key gaps in data handling interpretation and visualization within systems biology This realization has motivated me to work on developing tools to more efficiently utilize and analyze biological data Sophia Bazzi Georg August University G ttingen Germany Sponsors Media partners Advanced Biology a Wiley journal BioEssays a Wiley journal Cancer Drug Resistance an OAE Publishing Inc journal ChemBioChem a Wiley journal Development a The Company of Biologists journal EXO Beyond the Cell a Science Exploration Press journal FEBS Open Bio a FEBS Press journal Journal of Molecular Biology an Elsevier journal Medinformatics a Bon View Publishing journal Molecular Systems Biology an EMBO Press journal Open Biology a Royal Society journal Synthetic Biology and Engineering a Sciepublish journal Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl org for further information on sponsoring possibilities If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900... OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Funded by EMBO for excellence in the life sciences. Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Conference overview The last decade has witnessed a profound transformation in molecular biology research, fueled by revolutionary technologies greatly enhancing our ability to systematically and quantitatively measure both molecules and cells. The use of genomics, proteomics, and imaging have become routine, generating vast amounts of high-resolution data that characterise biological systems across multiple scales, ranging from molecules to organisms. This technological leap presents an opportunity to describe biological systems quantitatively in order to formulate mechanistic models, find general principles of multi-scale systems, and confront the grand challenge of...

23 November - 28 November 2026

Imaging down to single-molecule resolution: STED & MINFLUX nanoscopy

Sebastian Schnorrenberg

Description OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview The aim of the course is to train microscopy users in different super resolution microscopy methods Stimulated Emission Depletion STED and MINFLUX nanoscopy Both techniques overcome the diffraction limit of light with the help of a donut shaped laser beam thereby achieving resolutions that are impossible with conventional light microscopy The course combines scientific lectures by experienced researchers from the super resolution field with hands on sessions at the different super resolution microscopes and in the laboratory Participants will gain a technical understanding of the methods as well as an overview of different application fields and imaging techniques sample preparation and data handling for both STED and MINFLUX After the course participants can choose the right approach for their experimental needs and perform their experiments on a STED or MINFLUX microscope Audience Aimed at early stage researchers e g pre or post doctoral level in the life sciences with access to STED and MINFLUX super resolution microscopy facilities and at imaging facility staff involved in training and supporting scientists using STED and MINFLUX super resolution microscopy Participants should have an immediate need to apply these techniques The course will have a strong emphasis on the practical know how needed to exploit the latest developments in STED and MINFLUX microscopy It is therefore equally suited to scientists who are already using super resolution microscopy in their research and to researchers using advanced imaging techniques who wish to improve their practical knowledge Modules Theory and applications of STED and MINFLUX microscopy Sample preparation for STED and MINFLUX super resolution imaging 2D and 3D STED imaging as well as multicolour live cell tissue and fluorescence lifetime STED imaging 2D and 3D MINFLUX imaging MINFLUX tracking STED and MINFLUX microscopy data handling Learning outcome At the end of the course participants will be able to plan an experiment using STED and MINFLUX super resolution microscopy prepare their own samples accordingly acquire images using optimal conditions and settings and analyse them using appropriate methods and tools What past participants say about the course The EMBL Imaging course was a fantastic opportunity to work hands on with state of the art technology and connect with leading scientists and specialists in the field It was an inspiring experience that sparked new ideas for my project and significantly broadened both my technical skills and professional network Ana Marija Knez Heidelberg University Biochemistry Centre Germany The theory lectures were detailed extensive and informative and we got hands on training in all aspects starting with sample preparation to dealing with experimental artefacts and interpreting the data Parijat Biswas University of Helsinki Finland Sponsors Media partners Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other events or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org Media kit Want to let others know you re attending this event Take a look at our shareable media and feel free to use them in your social media channels or presentations Social 1080 1920 Social 1080 1350 Social 1600 900 PPT Slide 16 9 PPT Slide 16 9... OverviewSponsorsMedia kit Overview Course overview The aim of the course is to train microscopy users in different super-resolution microscopy methods: Stimulated Emission Depletion (STED) and MINFLUX nanoscopy. Both techniques overcome the diffraction limit of light with the help of a donut-shaped laser beam, thereby achieving resolutions that are impossible with conventional light microscopy.The course combines scientific lectures by experienced researchers from the super-resolution field with hands-on sessions at the different super-resolution microscopes and in the laboratory. Participants will gain a technical understanding of the methods as well as an overview of different application fields and imaging techniques, sample preparation, and data handling for both STED and MINFLUX. After the course, participants can choose the right approach for their experimental needs and perform...

13 April - 16 April 2027

The maternal-fetal dialogue: from mechanisms to pregnancy outcomes

Kristina Haase, Ashley Moffett, Nicolas Rivron, Margherita Turco

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Symposium overview Women s health and particularly maternal health has long been a neglected area for scientific research despite its importance to the overall health of populations There has been a transformational change in the techniques that can now be applied to understanding fundamental mechanisms underlying human pregnancy and its major disorders such as pre eclampsia This new symposium creates a unique opportunity to present and synthesise these new developments and to establish a dialogue between scientists across disciplines and clinicians working in the fields of maternal health and maternal and fetal mortality By fostering discussions that advance our understanding and inspire innovative ideas and research directions this meeting will address gaps that remain unexplored by existing conferences Speakers Kristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain Rowan Karvas University of Colorado USA Sarah Lensen The University of Melbourne Australia Ashley Moffett University of Cambridge UK Annettee Nakimuli Makerere University Uganda Kathy Niakan University of Cambridge UK Hiroaki Okae IMEG Japan J rgen Pollheimer Medical University of Vienna Austria Nicolas Rivron IMBA Institute of Molecular Biotechnology Austria Peter Rugg Gunn Babraham Institute UK Marta Shahbazi University of Cambridge UK Gordon Smith University of Cambridge UK Yasuhiro Takashima CiRA Japan Thorold Theunissen Washington University in St Louis USA Margherita Yayoi Turco Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research FMI Switzerland Scientific organisers Kristina Haase EMBL Barcelona Spain Ashley Moffett University of Cambridge UK Nicolas Rivron Austrian Academy of Science Austria Margherita Turco Friedrich Miescher Institute for Biomedical Research Switzerland Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Symposium overview Women’s health, and particularly maternal health, has long been a neglected area for scientific research despite its importance to the overall health of populations.  There has been a transformational change in the techniques that can now be applied to understanding fundamental mechanisms underlying human pregnancy and its major disorders such as pre-eclampsia. This new symposium creates a unique opportunity to present and synthesise these new developments and to establish a dialogue between scientists across disciplines and clinicians working in the fields of maternal health and maternal and fetal mortality. By...

8 June - 11 June 2027

Emerging concepts in developmental biology

Justin Crocker, Nicoletta Petridou, Alexander Schier, Joanna Wysocka

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Symposium overview Developmental biology is inherently interdisciplinary It draws on insights from embryology genetics cell and molecular biology biophysics systems biology multi omics evolutionary biology and quantitative biology to unravel how organisms develop These fields evolve rapidly reshaping the research landscape and driving innovation This new symposium seeks to highlight the cutting edge methodological and conceptual breakthroughs redefining this field The meeting will explore the dynamic interface of developmental biology with emerging technologies and transformative concepts to tackle fundamental questions on patterning morphogenesis cell differentiation growth organogenesis regeneration and evolution It will spotlight state of the art methodologies including multi modal imaging synthetic developmental biology AI driven insights advances in genetic engineering and high throughput genotype to phenotype platforms By bridging in vivo and ex vivo systems such as gastruloids and organoids with non model organisms we aim to uncover new conceptual frameworks to understand developmental complexity The symposium will feature researchers at the forefront of the field addressing processes in physiological contexts e g in utero development oogenesis and through theoretical lenses e g information propagation dynamical systems fostering a holistic perspective on development in its full biological and conceptual richness This meeting will connect a wide community of researchers interested in developmental processes seeding a reference meeting on modern developmental biology Speakers Stein Aerts KU Leuven Belgium James Briscoe The Francis Crick Institute UK Marianne Bronner Caltech USA Margarida Cardoso Moreira The Francis Crick Institute UK Miguel Concha University of Chile Chile Michael Dorrity EMBL Heidelberg Germany Omaya Dudin University of Geneva Switzerland Takashi Hiiragi Hubrecht Institute The Netherlands Mounia Lagha Institute of Molecular Genetics of Montpellier France Pulin Li Whitehead Institute USA Dar o Lupi ez Andalusian Center for Developmental Biology CABS Spain Andrea Pauli Vienna Biocenter Austria Olivier Pourqui Harvard Medical School USA Mitinori Saitou Kyoto University Japan Melina Schuh Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences Germany Ben Simons Gurdon Institute University of Cambridge UK Berna Sozen Yale University USA Scientific organisers Justin Crocker EMBL Heidelberg Germany Nicoletta Petridou EMBL Heidelberg Germany Alexander Schier University of Basel Switzerland Joanna Wysocka Stanford University USA Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Symposium overview Developmental biology is inherently interdisciplinary. It draws on insights from embryology, genetics, cell and molecular biology, biophysics, systems biology, multi-omics, evolutionary biology, and quantitative biology to unravel how organisms develop. These fields evolve rapidly, reshaping the research landscape and driving innovation. This new symposium seeks to highlight the cutting-edge methodological and conceptual breakthroughs redefining this field. The meeting will explore the dynamic interface of developmental biology with emerging technologies and transformative concepts to tackle fundamental questions on...

29 June - 2 July 2027

Evolutionary biochemistry and molecular biology: origin and diversification of molecular systems

Gautam Dey, Georg Hochberg, Laura Mascotti, Markus Ralser

Description OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg with the option to attend virtually Registration is not yet open for this event If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest Symposium overview Evolutionary biochemistry is a young and growing field With recent advances in genomics computational and structural biology the deep past of life is now more accessible than ever before This brand new symposium will bring together chemists biochemists and evolutionary biologists with a shared goal to understand how the complex biochemistry of today s cells evolved Participants will enjoy a dedicated collaborative environment designed to harness recent developments provide an interdisciplinary training framework for young scientists and accelerate progress in this exciting field Speakers Buzz Baum MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology UK Pedro Beltrao ETH Z rich Switzerland Ka ar Bet l University of Wisconsin Madison USA Anne Ruxandra Carvunis University of Pittsburgh USA Diego U Ferreiro University of Buenos Aires Argentina Kl ra Hlouchov Charles University Czech Republic Lynn Kamerlin Georgia Institute of Technology USA Julia Kurth University of M nster Germany Emmanuel Levy University of Geneva Switzerland Liam Longo Earth Life Science Institute Institute of Science Tokyo Japan Joseph Moran University of Ottawa Canada Sergio Mu oz G mez Purdue University USA Lianet Noda Garcia The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Israel Margaux M Pinney University of California Berkeley USA Martin Steinegger Seoul National University South Korea Joseph Thornton The University of Chicago USA Nobuhiko Tokuriki The University of British Columbia Canada Agnes Toth Petroczy Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics Germany Alejandro Vila IBR Instituto de Biolog a Molecular y Celular de Rosario Argentina Scientific organisers Gautam Dey EMBL Heidelberg Germany Georg Hochberg Philipps Universit t Marburg Germany Laura Mascotti Instituto de Histolog a y Embriolog a de Mendoza Argentina Markus Ralser Charit Universit tsmedizin Berlin Germany Sponsors Sponsorship opportunities We offer a variety of event sponsoring possibilities with the flexibility to select a set sponsorship package or combine individual sponsorship options to suit your event budget Discounts are available for companies sponsoring multiple events at EMBL Heidelberg View other conferences or contact sponsorship embl de for further information If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event please visit our media partnerships webpage Request a sponsorship brochure Warning EMBL advises sponsors to beware of fraudulent schemes falsely offering sponsorship opportunities All legitimate communication about sponsorship for EMBL conferences symposia and courses comes directly from EMBL via official EMBL email accounts EMBL does not use third parties for sponsorship acquisition EMBL does not sell attendee lists EMBL will never ask for credit card details or direct payments All payments are processed by invoice only If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from or on behalf of EMBL please report it to sponsorship embl org About EMBO EMBL Symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration in the European research area They provide scientists with a platform to discuss and exchange ideas on forward looking topics and new developments in the life sciences Topics emphasise upcoming developments and the interdisciplinary nature of related fields Jointly funded and organised by EMBO and EMBL and complementary to their respective courses workshops and conference programmes the symposia promote scientific communication and collaboration All symposia are held in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre ATC in Heidelberg Germany or virtually... OverviewSpeakersSponsorsAbout Overview This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually. Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest. Symposium overview Evolutionary biochemistry is a young and growing field. With recent advances in genomics, computational and structural biology, the deep past of life is now more accessible than ever before. This brand-new symposium will bring together chemists, biochemists, and evolutionary biologists with a shared goal: to understand how the complex biochemistry of today’s cells evolved. Participants will enjoy a dedicated, collaborative environment designed to harness recent developments, provide an interdisciplinary training framework for young scientists, and accelerate progress in this exciting field. Speakers Buzz Baum MRC...