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EFB Newsletter - November 2025

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 11:59
 
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The 20th European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) is taking place in Antwerp, Belgium, on 28 June - 1 July 2026. The Congress will focus on the theme “Shaping Tomorrow: Biotechnology for Health, Food, Energy, Environment” addressing global challenges through collaboration across industry, academia, and other research organizations.

The Scientific Programme is now online — explore the sessions and speakers. The congress will feature four thematic streams:
  • Innovations for healthy living
  • Solutions for a sustainable planet
  • Manufacturing with microbes
  • Feeding the planet
Registration discounts:
  • Early bird registration is now open — take advantage of reduced fees until 26 April 2026
  • EFB Institutional Members receive an additional 10% discount on registration fees

A unique venue: A Room with a ZOO
ECB2026 will be hosted at A Room with a ZOO – Antwerp Convention Centre, an exceptional venue located in the heart of the city that combines modern facilities with nature and heritage. As the only congress centre in the world with its own ZOO, it offers an inspiring and unforgettable setting for scientific exchange.

Venue ECB2026

ECB2026 sponsors
Registration opens next week
 
The EFB Biobased Materials Division announces the second edition of the European Workshop on Biotechnology: Biobased Materials in Sion (Switzerland) on 2-5 February 2026.

This interactive workshop is designed for a small group of up to 20 participants and offers a truly hands-on learning experience focused on the latest developments in biobased materials.

Participants will benefit from a unique format that combines:
  • Expert-led lectures providing the latest scientific insights
  • Laboratory-based sessions to apply concepts directly at the bench
  • Close interaction with leading researchers and peers
  • Practical guidance to strengthen experimental and analytical skills
Ideal for early-career scientists, industrial researchers, and professionals seeking to deepen their practical expertise in biotechnology and sustainable materials.

Registration has opened and is limited to 20 participants. Priority admission will be granted to individuals who indicated their interest earlier, according to the chronological order of their registration..
Worksop biomaterials sponsors
Abstract submission now open
 
Abstract submission is now open for the 9th Conference on Physiology of Yeasts and Filamentous Fungi (PYFF) to be held on 8-11 September in Valencia, Spain.

PYFF is a premier international scientific event that brings together researchers from academia and industry working on the physiology, metabolism and genetics of yeasts and filamentous fungi, as well as their biotechnological applications.

We invite submissions of abstracts for both oral and poster presentations showcasing original work related to the conference themes:
  • Fungal physiology, metabolism, and evolution
  • Pathogenesis and resistance mechanisms
  • Synthetic and systems biology
  • Food and beverage fermentations
  • Fungal cell factories and biotechnology applications
  • Circular economy and sustainable production
  • AI and data science in fungal research
Deadline for submission: 15 May 2026
ASBE8 coming in November
 
The Applied Synthetic Biology in Europe (ASBE8) Conference will take place on 4–6 November 2026 at the Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester, UK.

ASBE8 will explore the wealth of applied synthetic biology research and how it is contributing to progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Sessions will be framed around the following synthetic biology application domains:
  • Factory: clean growth, bio-based materials, and alternative feedstocks
  • Pharma: cellular therapeutics, diagnostics, gene editing, and sustainable pharmaceutical production
  • Farm and field: crop improvement, soil and waste biotechnologies, and bioremediation
  • Computational design technologies: from proteins and circuits to microbial communities
Keynote speakers
Keynote Speakers ASBE
Top article of the month
Exploring protein secretion-modulating and structural features of pro-peptides from S8 class subtilisin-like serine proteases in Bacillus subtilis
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Exclusive benefits for EFB Institutional Members
 
As an Institutional Member of the European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB), your company can enjoy special discounts on upcoming EFB-organized events. Here are some of the benefits:
  • Access to Europe’s leading biotech network: connect with over 25,000 professionals across the biotechnology sector.
  • Increased visibility: benefit from prominent logo placement and promotional opportunities across EFB’s official channels.
  • Engagement with emerging talent: network with early-career biotechnologists at events, job fairs, and recruitment sessions.
  • Cost savings: enjoy discounts on event registrations, exhibition spaces, sponsorship packages, and enhanced exposure.
MORE INFORMATION
We are glad to announce that EFB Patron, Novonesis joins the ECB2026 Congress as a main sponsor.
As an Institutional Member, you can take advantage of exhibition discounts at the ECB2026 Congress and other EFB events. This is an excellent opportunity to present your company and boost your visibility.
ECB2026 and Novonesis
MORE INFORMATION
HES SO logo
The School of Engineering introduces the Digital Life Sciences program
Combinations of cutting-edge biotechnological, analytical, and (bio-)chemical processes are opening new perspectives for innovation. The School of Engineering reinforces its ongoing commitment in biotechnology with the launch of the Digital Life Sciences program, focused on education and research. In doing so, it strengthens its position as a Swiss hub in the application of digital technologies serving companies active in the life sciences sector. [+]
 
 
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EuropaBio response to the EU Biotech Act public consultation
This month EuropaBio submitted its official response to the European Commission’s public consultation on the EU Biotech Act, setting out a bold vision for Europe’s biotechnology future. [+]
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SCITECH Impulse Webinars at ACIB
The Austrian Centre of Industrial Biotechnology acts as a hub for industrial research in an academic environment. As such, we would like to shed a light on our SCITECH Impulse webinar series, aiming at fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration across academia and indusry. Let’s delve into cutting-edge methodologies and applications that are transforming the field.[+]
OEGMT logo
Life Sciences Career Fair
We're here to empower your journey. The Life Sciences Career Fair stands as Austria's pre-eminent event, fostering the convergence of job-seekers and employers from all corners of the country. It's your chance to explore limitless career and further education opportunities, suitable for students, graduates, and young professionals with diverse experiences. The ÖGMBT, the platform for Life Science professionals in Austria. [+]
Swiss Society for Microbiology (SSM) logo
Microbiology Society Annual Conference 2026
The Microbiology Society Annual Conference 2026 will take place in Belfast on 13–16 April. With over 1,200 delegates, raise the visibility of your company to a network of researchers, educators, and industry professionals at one of the largest annual gatherings of microbiologists. [+]
NBV logo
NBC 2026 conference
The Dutch Association for Biotechnology NBV is proud to announce that the annual Dutch Biotechnology Congress NBC will take place on 22 September 2026, in the Jaarbeurs In Utrecht! At NBC, we connect industry and academia in a diverse program, combining the latest developments from academic research with contributions on industrial applications. Don’t miss out on this exciting event! [+]
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