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EMBL Heidelberg

The nucleus lies at the literal and figurative heart of the cell – as the one organelle that all eukaryotes share, it is over 2 billion years old and integrated with every aspect of cellular function, from mechanosensing and genome regulation to membrane trafficking and cell division. Although the role of the nucleus in organising, housing and protecting the genome frequently takes centre stage, much remains to be discovered about the cellular physiology of this unique organelle studied in its own right rather than just as a passive scaffold for chromatin. This meeting will bring together a group of scientists spanning the fields of biochemistry, membrane trafficking, cytoskeletal dynamics, cell division control and cellular biophysics to address the cellular roles of the nuclear compartment from a diversity of angles.

European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO)

The European Association for Cancer Research (EACR)

This conference will explore the fundamental mechanisms controlling cancer cell plasticity at multiple biological levels including the epigenome, transcriptome, metabolome, and cellular microenvironment. Our panel of expert speakers will also discuss innovative approaches to target cell plasticity using novel pharmacological interventions that aim to prevent or reverse the adaptive mechanisms cancer cells use to circumvent conventional therapies.

Chris Iliffe (Conference Officer);     Phone: [N/A];     Email: christopher.iliffe@eacr.org

cancer research, oncology, cancer cell biology, cancer cell plasticity, cancer epigenetics, cellular microenvironment, tumour microenvironment, tumour heterogeneity, cancer transcriptomics, metabolic reprogramming in cancer, phenotypic changes in cancer, cancer progression, cancer therapy resistance, virtual academic conference

Oncology,    Translational Medicine, Clinical Trials

EMBL Heidelberg

The rapid evolution of computational structural biology, driven by AI, continues to revolutionise our understanding of biomolecular structures, functions, and interactions. This follow-up to the 2023 first edition of the workshop responds to the field’s swift advancements and the pressing need for a forum that not only aligns with these progresses but also foresees future shifts. The conference aims to advance computational structural biology, promote the adoption of innovative methodologies, and enhance interdisciplinary research and collaborations. Capturing the latest advancements in this vibrant field, this second edition of the meeting is set to provide a pivotal platform for disseminating these breakthroughs and charting future directions in computational structural biology.

EMBL Events;     Email: events@embl.de

American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB)

This dynamic gathering brings together researchers, educators, and innovators from around the world to share the latest scientific discoveries, network with colleagues, and explore cutting-edge tools and techniques in the exhibit hall. From groundbreaking science to career-building workshops, Cell Bio 2025 has something for everyone.

Email: jhill@ascb.org

Cell Bio 2025, ASCB, EMBO, scientific conference, cell biology, research, networking, workshops, exhibit hall, session submission, visa information, abstract submission, travel grants, early registration, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, career development, scientific discoveries, international attendees

EMBL Heidelberg

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.

EMBL Events;     Email: events@embl.de

Genomics and Bioinformatics,    Biology

Gordon Research Seminar

Metal ions are fundamental to bioinorganic chemistry, playing essential roles in catalyzing biochemical reactions and maintaining metal homeostasis. They are indispensable for sustaining biological processes on Earth. Over the years, researchers have developed a range of scientific tools—including synthetic inorganic chemistry, spectroscopy, structural biology, protein engineering, and computational modeling—to investigate the functions of metals in biological systems. As research advances, new insights continue to emerge, deepening our understanding of the diverse roles and mechanisms of metal ions in life.

Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology,    Organometallic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry

Gordon Research Conference (GRC)

The Metals in Biology GRC is a premier, international scientific conference focused on advancing the frontiers of science through the presentation of cutting-edge and unpublished research, prioritizing time for discussion after each talk and fostering informal interactions among scientists of all career stages. The conference program includes an array of speakers and discussion leaders from institutions and organizations worldwide, concentrating on the latest developments in the field. The conference is five days long and held in a remote location to increase the sense of camaraderie and create scientific communities, with lasting collaborations and friendships. In addition to premier talks, the conference has designated time for poster sessions from individuals of all career stages, and afternoon free time and communal meals allow for informal networking opportunities with leaders in the field.

Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology,    Organometallic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry

CHI

Join a vibrant community of scientists, trailblazers, and industry leaders at PepTalk 2026, as we mark 25 years of accelerating breakthroughs in biotherapeutic discovery and development. Renowned as one of the most influential events in protein science, PepTalk is where fresh ideas ignite, collaborations flourish, and next-generation solutions take shape.

This year’s expanded agenda features symposia and conference tracks, covering protein expression, production platforms, lab automation for higher throughput, analytical characterization and preformulation strategies for novel modalities, antibody discovery and development, and new this year - expression and development of therapeutic peptides and miniproteins.

Phone: [781.972.5400];     Email: chi@healthtech.com

Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto

The Essential Molecular Biology course covers the fundamental principles and techniques used in experimental research in the area of Molecular Biology. Essentially practical in nature, it aims at the learning of current genomics and proteomics techniques, as well as the acquisition of skills in laboratory experimentation required for scientific research in Biomedicine. An exciting way to learn the essential genomics and proteomics techniques used in experimental research in biomedicine: hands-on, practical, intensive.

Course director;     Phone: [+351 22 042 6743];     Email: cregueng@med.up.pt

Molecular biology, genomics, proteomics, hands-on, laboratory work, practical

The European Association for Cancer Research (EACR)

This conference will explore a seemingly paradoxical approach to cancer therapy: the deliberate hyper-activation of cancer-relevant signalling pathways. Accumulating evidence suggests that this leads to cell death caused by a further activation of cellular stress responses. Such an approach could revolutionise treatment strategies, which often cannot abate the return of resistance in advanced cancers caused by secondary mutations reactivating previously inhibited pathways. Join us on 20 and 21 January 2026 to learn the latest science in this field from our panel of globally renowned experts. They will teach you about ways to hyperactivate oncogenic signalling and how the vulnerabilities associated with this state can be identified. In doing so, you’ll gain a fundamentally different perspective on ways to treat cancer. If you work in this field, send us an abstract before 17 November 2025 for a chance to have your work featured as a Proffered Paper or in a Flash Talk presentation! Registration closes on 15 December 2025.

Conference Officer: Chris Iliffe;     Phone: [N/A];     Email: christopher.iliffe@eacr.org

cancer research, oncology, inhibiting oncogenic signalling, cancer therapy resistance mechanisms, secondary mutations in cancer, novel cancer therapy approaches, hyperactivation of signalling pathways, vulnerabilities within hyperactivated cancer cells, drug application, novel target identification

The European Association for Cancer Research (EACR)

This conference will focus on the basic mechanisms controlling cancer cell signalling circuits at the transcriptome, proteome and phosphoproteome levels, as well as emerging concepts in cancer cell signalling and cutting-edge, OMICS-based insights. Despite decades of research, our global understanding of how cancer cell signalling circuits are controlled, and how they determine cancer progression and therapy resistance, is still far from complete. Join us online on 10 and 11 February 2026 to hear the latest science in this area from a panel of global experts. If you work in this field, submit an abstract before 15 December 2025 for a chance to have your work featured as a Proffered Paper or in a Flash Talk presentation. Register by 19 January 2026 to secure your place as a participant.

Conference Officer: Hannah Barrs;     Email: hannah.barrs@eacr.org

cancer research, oncology, cancer cell signalling, cell signalling networks, cell signalling control mechanisms, cancer progression, cancer therapy resistance, post-translational protein regulation, transcriptional gene regulation, transcriptomics, proteomics, phosphoproteomics, kinases and phosphatases, signalling rewiring, signal integration, RNA biology in cancer

FrenchBIC | CNRS

Institute of Physics (IOP)

This two-day symposium will bring together leading experts and early-career researchers to explore the state of the art and open challenges in the design, characterisation, and application of biomimetic and bio-inspired membranes for biology, biophysics, and biotechnology. By integrating invited and contributed talks with poster sessions, the event aims to foster discussion and spark new collaborations across this highly diverse and interdisciplinary field.

Biophysics, Medical Physics,    Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

Institute of Physics (IOP)

SynCell conferences aim to support the scientific community working on designing synthetic cells and organelles from the ground up. The next edition, SynCell2026, will be held in London from 22 to 24 April 2026. During three days, researchers from around the world will have the opportunity to meet and discuss the latest advances in bottom-up synthetic biology.

Biophysics, Medical Physics,    Condensed Matter Physics and Materials

Schloss Dagstuhl – Leibniz-Zentrum für Informatik GmbH

Metabolomics involves the comprehensive analysis of small molecules within a biological sample. Typically acquired using mass spectrometry, metabolomics data reflect the cellular state which can provide insights into health, disease, environmental toxicity, industrial technology, and other areas. Metabolomics data is rich and complex, requiring specialized techniques to interpret the data. With improved detection technologies and advances in machine learning and generative AI, computational analysis of metabolomics is rapidly expanding. This Dagstuhl Seminar extends the Computational Metabolomics series by focusing on enhancing our understanding of metabolomics data and turning the data into actionable biological insights. During this seminar, we aim to discuss topics related to several current challenges in metabolomics.

Multidisciplinary or General Events in Informatics,    Systems Biology and Computational Biology

Supramolecular chemistry has evolved into a vibrant and interdisciplinary field, offering powerful design principles to create complex, dynamic, and functional systems. The Beilstein Symposium “Designing Dynamic Matter – Frontiers in Supramolecular Systems” will bring together researchers working at the forefront of this rapidly expanding area to discuss how supramolecular strategies are shaping new directions in chemistry, materials science, and the life sciences.

The symposium will cover, but is not limited to the following themes: / The origin of life and synthetic cells / Molecular machines and out-of-equilibrium systems / Supramolecular materials for sustainability / Biomaterials and the interactions with cells / Molecular computing / Machine learning and AI in multi-components systems / Fundamental supramolecular systems

Faculty of Medicine of the University of Porto

The Essential Molecular Biology course covers the fundamental principles and techniques used in experimental research in the area of Molecular Biology. Essentially practical in nature, it aims at the learning of current genomics and proteomics techniques, as well as the acquisition of skills in laboratory experimentation required for scientific research in Biomedicine. An exciting way to learn the essential genomics and proteomics techniques used in experimental research in biomedicine: hands-on, practical, intensive.

Course director;     Phone: [+351 22 042 6743];     Email: cregueng@med.up.pt

Molecular biology, genomics, proteomics, hands-on, laboratory work, practical

Society of Biological Inorganic Chemistry

Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology,    Organometallic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry

The European Association for Cancer Research (EACR)

The 5th edition of this topic builds on the success of our largest topic-focussed meeting yet, which brought 340 cancer researchers together to learn and network. This time, our expert panel of speakers will guide participants through undocumented metabolic alterations, complex tumour-host interactions, and the mechanisms metabolites use to regulate cell decisions. The ultimate aim of this conference is to expand the horizons for vulnerabilities that can be exploited in cancer treatment.

Conference Officer: Hannah Barrs;     Phone: [N/A];     Email: hannah.barrs@eacr.org

cancer research, oncology, cancer metabolism, undocumented metabolic alterations, metabolic reprogramming, tumour-host interactions, tumour niches, cancer cells, stromal cells, metabolic regulation, cell fate decisions, metabolic mechanisms in cancer, metabolic vulnerabilities in cancer, cancer metastasis, cancer progression

Oncology,    Biology

MIAPbP - Munich Institute for Astro-, Particle and BioPhysics

Living systems operate far from equilibrium, relying on a complex network of biochemical processes fueled by energy from their environment. However, this energy is often limited, and biochemical systems must use it efficiently to maintain robust functioning. Despite the critical role of chemical and metabolic networks in evolution, growth, and signaling, how energy constraints shape their behaviors or the full range of their emergent properties remain elusive. Addressing these open questions is essential for uncovering the fundamental principles that drive the complexity of life, and the link between energetic and cellular functions. By drawing on concepts from physics, we can better understand how living organisms optimize their limited energy resources and potentially apply these insights to the design of new materials with life-like properties. The aim of this workshop is to bridge different fields—stochastic thermodynamics, metabolic networks, and synthetic life—creating a connection among theoretical, computational, and experimental scientists to tackle these challenges.

Society of Biological Inorganic Chemistry

The Latin American Meeting on Biological Inorganic Chemistry (LABIC) is a biennial conference that has previously been hosted by countries across the region, including Brazil, where it has been held jointly with the BMIC, (2008, 2010, 2012, and 2018), as well as Argentina (2014), Mexico (2016), Uruguay (2021), Chile (2023), and Cuba (2024). In 2026, LABIC returns to Brazil to align with the BMIC again, reinforcing their long-standing collaboration in bioinorganic chemistry.

Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology,    Organometallic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry

ICTP South American Institute for Fundamental Research

FrenchBIC | CNRS

Summer/Winter Schools and Events for Chemistry Students,    Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry, Toxicology

Society of Biological Inorganic Chemistry

The AsBIC conferences address the important issues at the forefront of biological inorganic chemistry, with a special emphasis on the developments coming out of the Asian Pacific region