EFB Newsletter - December 2025

Monday, 12 January 2026 01:39
Greetings from the European Federation of Biotechnology
 
We wish all our members, partners and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We want to thank the entire EFB community for its continued commitment through meeting participation, active involvement in initiatives, and contributions to knowledge sharing.
A special thank to our Institutional Members and Event Sponsors. Your support has been essential in the successful organization of biotechnology conferences and events that facilitate expert exchange and collaboration.
Thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026.
Registration now open
 
Join the European Workshop on Biotechnology: Biobased Materials in Sion, Switzerland on 2-5 February 2026. With only 20 places available, this hands-on workshop offers expert-led lectures, practical lab sessions, and direct collaboration with leading researchers. It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your skills and network in the field of biobased materials.

Why Sion?
Sion, Switzerland, is the perfect winter destination for skiing and outdoor fun after the workshop. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Valais region, you can combine valuable learning with an exciting winter getaway, making the most of the peak season for snow sports and adventures.


Valais region image

Worksop biomaterials sponsors
ECB2026: Innovations for healthy living
 
The European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) is set to take place in Antwerp (Belgium), on 28 June - 1 July 2026. This year’s congress, under the theme “Shaping tomorrow: Biotechnology for Health, Food, Energy, Environment”.

The congress will feature four scientific streams addressing key areas of biotechnology. Details of the first stream, “Innovations for Healthy Living”:
  • Biopharmaceuticals, vacciones and bioprocessing
    Stefan Schmidt, Evitria (Switzerland)
  • Cell and gene therapies
    Mercedes Segura, Editas Medicine (USA)
  • Nanobiomedicine
    Chantal Pichon, University of Orleans (France)
  • Green biopharmaceuticals
    Julian Ma, St George's University of London (UK)
  • Biosensors
    Arben Merkoçi, ICN2 Barcelona (Spain)
  • Microbiome and health
    Jeroen Raes, KU Leuven (Belgium)
REGISTRATION AND ABSTRACT SUBMISSION



ECB2026 sponsors
PYFF9 Conference: Keynote Speakers announced
 
The Conference on Physiology of Yeasts and Filamentous Fungi (PYFF9) will take place in Valencia, Spain on 8-11 September 2026, and the keynote speakers are:
  • Joseph Schacherer (University of Strasbourg, France) will give the Opening Keynote Lecture.
  • Antonio Di Pietro (University of Córdoba, Spain) will deliver the Closing Keynote Lecture on “Transposons and accessory regions drive adaptation in a clonal evolving fungal pathogen.”
Keynote Speakers PYFF

The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including fungal evolution, pathogenesis, synthetic biology, and the role of fungi in sustainable industries.

Early Bird Registration now available: register before 24 May 2026 to save €100.
Registration will open soon
 
The Applied Synthetic Biology in Europe (ASBE8) Conference will take place on 4–6 November 2026 at the Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester, UK. Registration will open in soon, and early bird rates will be available – don’t miss the chance to save while securing your place.

ASBE8 will focus on how applied synthetic biology is helping to meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The conference will cover key areas like clean growth, bio-based chemicals, cellular therapeutics, crop improvement, and computational design technologies.


Meet the speakers
Keynote Speakers ASBE
Top article of the month
Transcriptional profiling of probiotic Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 under multiple environmental stresses: Simulated microgravity, microaerobic, and co-culture conditions

Share your reseach in the New Biotechnology Green Deal Biotechnology Special Issue For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
SBA logo
Save the Date: Swiss Biotech Day, 4–5 May 2026
Join over 3,000 life sciences professionals in Basel for this premier global biotechnology conference, hosted by the Swiss Biotech Association. Network, exchange ideas, and explore advances in R&D, manufacturing, data management, AI, innovative financing, and partnering. [+]
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Kuhner Seminars and Trainings
The Kuhner Science Talk series offers compact, expert insights into shaken cultivation systems in 45–60 minutes, with two global time slots and six modules yearly. The first session on 15 January 2026 covers key pitfalls in shake flask cultivations and how to avoid them. Learn practical rules for reliable workflows. Register now! [+]
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Annual ÖGMBT Meeting
The ÖGMBT Annual Meeting is a key event in Austria's molecular biosciences, covering medical, applied, and basic research. It features international talks, student presentations, a trade show, and networking activities. The event will take place from 15-17 September 2026, at UBB VBC in Vienna. [+]
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Advanced Studies in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
The European Foundation of TCMI, an affiliated center of the European Atlantic University and a member of EFB, is launching the new edition of its Advanced Studies in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, starting in March 2026. This recognized, high-quality training offers a solid path for your professional future. [+]
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EFB Newsletter - December 2025

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 01:01
Greetings from the European Federation of Biotechnology
 
We wish all our members, partners and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
We want to thank the entire EFB community for its continued commitment through meeting participation, active involvement in initiatives, and contributions to knowledge sharing.
A special thank to our Institutional Members and Event Sponsors. Your support has been essential in the successful organization of biotechnology conferences and events that facilitate expert exchange and collaboration.
Thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026.
Registration now open
 
Join the European Workshop on Biotechnology: Biobased Materials in Sion, Switzerland on 2-5 February 2026. With only 20 places available, this hands-on workshop offers expert-led lectures, practical lab sessions, and direct collaboration with leading researchers. It’s the perfect opportunity to expand your skills and network in the field of biobased materials.

Why Sion?
Sion, Switzerland, is the perfect winter destination for skiing and outdoor fun after the workshop. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Valais region, you can combine valuable learning with an exciting winter getaway, making the most of the peak season for snow sports and adventures.


Valais region image

Worksop biomaterials sponsors
ECB2026: Innovations for healthy living
 
The European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) is set to take place in Antwerp (Belgium), on 28 June - 1 July 2026. This year’s congress, under the theme “Shaping tomorrow: Biotechnology for Health, Food, Energy, Environment”.

The congress will feature four scientific streams addressing key areas of biotechnology. Details of the first stream, “Innovations for Healthy Living”:
  • Biopharmaceuticals, vacciones and bioprocessing
    Stefan Schmidt, Evitria (Switzerland)
  • Cell and gene therapies
    Mercedes Segura, Editas Medicine (USA)
  • Nanobiomedicine
    Chantal Pichon, University of Orleans (France)
  • Green biopharmaceuticals
    Julian Ma, St George's University of London (UK)
  • Biosensors
    Arben Merkoçi, ICN2 Barcelona (Spain)
  • Microbiome and health
    Jeroen Raes, KU Leuven (Belgium)
REGISTRATION AND ABSTRACT SUBMISSION



ECB2026 sponsors
PYFF9 Conference: Keynote Speakers announced
 
The Conference on Physiology of Yeasts and Filamentous Fungi (PYFF9) will take place in Valencia, Spain on 8-11 September 2026, and the keynote speakers are:
  • Joseph Schacherer (University of Strasbourg, France) will give the Opening Keynote Lecture.
  • Antonio Di Pietro (University of Córdoba, Spain) will deliver the Closing Keynote Lecture on “Transposons and accessory regions drive adaptation in a clonal evolving fungal pathogen.”
Keynote Speakers PYFF

The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including fungal evolution, pathogenesis, synthetic biology, and the role of fungi in sustainable industries.

Early Bird Registration now available: register before 24 May 2026 to save €100.
Registration will open soon
 
The Applied Synthetic Biology in Europe (ASBE8) Conference will take place on 4–6 November 2026 at the Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester, UK. Registration will open in soon, and early bird rates will be available – don’t miss the chance to save while securing your place.

ASBE8 will focus on how applied synthetic biology is helping to meet the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The conference will cover key areas like clean growth, bio-based chemicals, cellular therapeutics, crop improvement, and computational design technologies.


Meet the speakers
Keynote Speakers ASBE
Top article of the month
Transcriptional profiling of probiotic Escherichia coli Nissle 1917 under multiple environmental stresses: Simulated microgravity, microaerobic, and co-culture conditions

Share your reseach in the New Biotechnology Green Deal Biotechnology Special Issue For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
SBA logo
Save the Date: Swiss Biotech Day, 4–5 May 2026
Join over 3,000 life sciences professionals in Basel for this premier global biotechnology conference, hosted by the Swiss Biotech Association. Network, exchange ideas, and explore advances in R&D, manufacturing, data management, AI, innovative financing, and partnering. [+]
Kuhner Science Talk logo
Kuhner Seminars and Trainings
The Kuhner Science Talk series offers compact, expert insights into shaken cultivation systems in 45–60 minutes, with two global time slots and six modules yearly. The first session on 15 January 2026 covers key pitfalls in shake flask cultivations and how to avoid them. Learn practical rules for reliable workflows. Register now! [+]
OEGMT logo
Annual ÖGMBT Meeting
The ÖGMBT Annual Meeting is a key event in Austria's molecular biosciences, covering medical, applied, and basic research. It features international talks, student presentations, a trade show, and networking activities. The event will take place from 15-17 September 2026, at UBB VBC in Vienna. [+]
FEMTCI logo
Advanced Studies in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
The European Foundation of TCMI, an affiliated center of the European Atlantic University and a member of EFB, is launching the new edition of its Advanced Studies in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, starting in March 2026. This recognized, high-quality training offers a solid path for your professional future. [+]
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Celebrating 2025 in microbiology

Wednesday, 21 January 2026 12:59
Federation of European Microbiological Societies
 
Dear ÖGMBT members,
 
The most-listened to podcast of 2025: Episode 31 | Microbes Can Live Off Air 
Listen now
 
Our most-attended webinar of 2025: A sustainable future in microbiology  
Watch now
 
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Your voice matters
 
Opportunity of the month
Find out more
 
Jobs
Events
Webinars
Education
Grants
AMR Hub
 
The not-for-profit FEMS Journals: run by microbiologists for microbiologists

 

Your FEBS Network highlights - Jan 2026

Monday, 12 January 2026 09:36
FEBS Network

Hello Austrian Association of Molecular Life Sciences and Biotechnology,

Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

Season’s greetings from FEBS and a look back at the year

Season’s greetings from FEBS and a look back at the year

FEBS Communications FEBS Communications
 
Research institutes: What makes the magic?

Research institutes: What makes the magic?

Beyond the great science, what makes a research institute special? Do the work environment and the organisational structure support researchers in delivering their best outputs? Does the culture he... Read more

Sarah Teichmann Sarah Teichmann
Professor of Stem Cell Medicine, Cambridge Stem Cell Institute
 
Retina in a dish: Methods & applications in life sciences

Retina in a dish: Methods & applications in life sciences

Registration for the FEBS Advanced Lecture Course 'Retina in a dish: Methods & applications in life sciences' (Finland, 8–12 June 2026) is open. The course will explore retina as an ex vivo model s... Read more

Henri Leinonen Henri Leinonen
Research Director, University of Eastern Finland
 
Integrative structural biology by the sea

Integrative structural biology by the sea

Early-career researchers wanting to develop their skills in integrative structural biology might be interested in the FEBS Advanced Course 'Lost in Integration Vol. 2 – Probing biomolecules with AI... Read more

Lucy Holt Lucy Holt
ISBUC Coordinator, University of Copenhagen
 

Interested in becoming a contributor to FEBS Network? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.

FEBS Network
https://network.febs.org/

 
Visit FEBS Network
 

2D & 2E, St Andrew’s House, 59 St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge CB2 3BZ, UK

 

Im Rahmen des Förderprogramms L’ORÉAL Österreich werden Förderpreise an junge Wissenschaftlerinnen in der Medizin, den Naturwissenschaften oder der Mathematik vergeben, die am Beginn ihrer wissenschaftlichen Karriere stehen oder um den (Wieder-)Einstieg in eine wissenschaftliche Laufbahn zu unterstützen.

Die Bewerbung für ein L’ORÉAL Österreich-Stipendium steht hoch qualifizierten Nachwuchswissenschaftlerinnen offen, die

  • ihr Doktorats-/PhD-Studium vor nicht mehr als vier Jahren abgeschlossen haben (Stichtag ist der Einreichtermin),
  • österreichische Staatsbürgerinnen sind oder seit mindestens drei Jahren ihren Lebensmittelpunkt in Österreich haben,
  • Publikationen (peer-review) und
  • ein konkretes Projekt in Österreich im Bereich der Grundlagenforschung vorlegen.

Weg zum Förderpreis:

Information

Antrag

Auswahl

 

 
Dear ÖGMBT members,
 
 
IUCN Launches First Global Microbial Conservation Specialist Group
Find out more
 
New Microbes and Us Podcast: From First FEMS Paper to Editor-in-Chief | Episode 35
Listen to the podcast
 

 

 

 

 
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News from our community
Your voice matters
 
FEMS-ASM Mäkelä-Cassell Travel Award for Early Career Researchers Now Open!
Find out more

 

 

 

Opportunity of the month
Find out more
 
Jobs
Events
Webinars
Education
Grants
AMR Hub
 
The not-for-profit FEMS Journals: run by microbiologists for microbiologists

 

EFB Newsletter - November 2025

Wednesday, 26 November 2025 11:59
 
Submit your abstract
 
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

Share your reseach in the New Biotechnology Green Deal Biotechnology Special Issue For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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
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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.[+]
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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. [+]
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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. [+]
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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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Your FEBS Network highlights

Monday, 24 November 2025 09:12
FEBS Network

Hello Austrian Association of Molecular Life Sciences and Biotechnology,

Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.

The FEBS Congress 2026: support schemes to help participation

The FEBS Congress 2026: support schemes to help participation

Registration and abstract submission for the 50th FEBS Congress are open! Act early to apply to FEBS support schemes. Read more

FEBS Communications FEBS Communications
 
Call for abstracts open for the FEBS Education and Training Conference 2026

Call for abstracts open for the FEBS Education and Training Conference 2026

FEBS Communications FEBS Communications
 
FEBS Junior Section Speed Dating 2025 
 

FEBS Junior Section Speed Dating 2025 

The FEBS Junior Section will, for the second time, organises a “Speed Dating” activity. An opportunity for students, young and senior researchers to meet and connect with each other from all around... Read more

FEBS Junior Section FEBS Junior Section
Junior Section, FEBS
 
Empowering self-regulated learning: How generative AI is shaping higher education

Empowering self-regulated learning: How generative AI is shaping higher education

Connie Pritchard Connie Pritchard
Teaching Associate and PhD student, Cardiff University
 

Interested in becoming a contributor to FEBS Network? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more.

FEBS Network
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Visit FEBS Network

2D & 2E, St Andrew’s House, 59 St Andrew’s Street, Cambridge CB2 3BZ, UK

 

The Wöhler Association for Inorganic Chemistry, a division of the GDCh, and the European Journal of Inorganic Chemistry (EurJIC) are pleased to announce the

EurJIC-Wöhler Young Investigator Prize 2026

Call for Nominations

The prize will be awarded to an early career researcher of any nationality who has completed a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in Chemistry, for an excellent scientific publication in a field within inorganic chemistry. The selected original research article, in which the candidate appears as one of the correspondence authors, should have been published within two years before the nomination. The nominee will be an independent researcher, but not yet in an established (or tenured) academic or industrial position.

Candidates can be nominated by researchers in industry or academia with responsibility in an appropriate field. Only in exceptional cases will self-nominations be considered. The EurJIC-Wöhler Young Investigator Prize is an international award, and nominations are welcome for candidates of all nationalities, races, genders, sexual orientations and countries of residence.

The selection will be made by a jury of representatives of universities and industry appointed by the board of the Wöhler Association, and by members of the Editorial Board of EurJIC. The decision of the jury is final.

The prize comprises a certificate and €1500.- and will be awarded at the “GDCh-Conference on Inorganic Chemistry” to be held in Jena, September, 2026. The prize is financially supported by Chemistry Europe, an association of 16 chemical societies from 15 European countries, representing over 75,000 chemists.

The complete nomination must be in English and must comprise a copy of the selected published original research article, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and a list of scientific publications over the past 3 years of the candidate, and also a thorough justification of the nomination and an appraisal of the work of the nominee by at least one other university professor. For self-nominations, at least two such appraisals are required. Nominations should be submitted in electronic form by March 30th, 2026, to the Wöhler Association for Inorganic Chemistry, GDCh-Geschäftsstelle, Dipl.-Biol. Nicole Bürger, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

FEBS November News

Monday, 17 November 2025 09:56

November 2025 news: Read the latest updates on FEBS events and other activities

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The FEBS Congress 2026: abstract submission and registration are open!

Call for abstracts

Alongside invited speaker talks at a FEBS Congress, the posters, speed talks and short talks from delegates play an important role in the overall knowledge exchange and networking at the event. We are therefore now pleased to invite you to play an active part in the 50th edition of the FEBS Congress by presenting your recent work on this international stage! Find all the details about abstract submission, including abstract topics, assessment, and presentation options, on the Congress website’s Call for abstracts page.

The main abstract deadline is 13 February 2026.

Meet the plenary lecturers

There are many elements to a FEBS Congress, but the plenary lectures, when participants come together to hear overviews and advances first-hand from distinguished research leaders, provide particularly enriching experiences. The plenary speaker line-up for the 50th FEBS Congress promises stimulating stories from across the molecular and cellular life sciences, including from two Nobel laureates. Discover the plenary speakers’ talk titles and short biographies on the Congress website’s Plenary speakers page. Several of these speakers will also be receiving awards or medals at the event for outstanding contributions.

FEBS Young Scientists' Forum (YSF)

 

???? Apply to the FEBS Young Scientists’ Forum (YSF) 2026

Wageningen, the Netherlands | 2–4 July 2026
Deadline: 10 December 2025

Are you a PhD student or postdoc? Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for the FEBS Young Scientists’ Forum (YSF) 2026, taking place in Wageningen, the Netherlands, just before the FEBS Congress 2026.

Organized by young scientists for young scientists, the YSF offers a unique environment to learn from experts, share your research, and connect with peers from across Europe and beyond. The programme combines scientific sessions, oral and poster presentations, and career development activities in a friendly and inspiring atmosphere.

Selected participants receive accommodation and registration fees for both events and most travel expenses to attend the YSF and the subsequent FEBS Congress.

FEBS Press Launches New Calls for Papers Hub

FEBS Press has launched a dedicated Calls for Papers hub, bringing together all ongoing and upcoming opportunities from our four journals – The FEBS JournalFEBS LettersMolecular Oncology, and FEBS Open Bio.

These journals regularly feature exciting Calls for Papers for upcoming Special Issues, Collections and Special Sections across a wide range of topics in the molecular life sciences.

Currently, open calls include:

  • FEBS Open Bio – Special Issue on Host–Pathogen Interactions
  • Molecular Oncology – Inviting submissions for upcoming article collections. Subject areas include Cancer Neuroscience and Liquid Biopsy
  • FEBS Letters – Inviting special section submissions within the subject areas of Mitochondrial Biology, Cancer Biology, and Autophagy

We encourage you to bookmark the Calls for Papers page and check back regularly to stay up to date with new opportunities to publish your research.

 

FEBS-IUBMB-ENABLE 2026: Save the date

The 5th FEBS–IUBMB–ENABLE Conference will be hosted by the Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology at Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland, from 14–16 October 2026, under the theme “The Code of Life: Beyond the Genome to Multilayer Biology.”

Marking 25 years since the sequencing of the Human Genome, the conference will explore how biological datasets can be integrated through innovative technologies and computational approaches to reveal new layers of complexity in living systems.
 

 
 

ENABLE 2027 – Call for host institutions

Deadline: 30 November 2025

FEBS and the International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB) invite applications to host the 6th FEBS–IUBMB–ENABLE International Molecular Biosciences PhD and Postdoc Conference, to be held in November 2027.

The FEBS–IUBMB–ENABLE Conference is a 3-day international and interdisciplinary event for PhD students and postdocs, hosted at a different European research institution each year. Organised by young researchers, the event combines cutting-edge science, career development and public engagement.

The 2027 host institution (university or research centre) must be based in a country with a FEBS Constituent Society. FEBS and IUBMB will provide up to EUR 86,100 in funding and organisational support.

 

FEBS Excellence Awards

The prestigious FEBS Excellence Awards scheme supports early-career group leaders in the FEBS area who have a scientific research track record of proven excellence. FEBS Excellence Awards provide funding of €100,000 for research equipment and consumables over a 3-year period.

FEBS is pleased to announce here the researchers selected by the FEBS Excellence Awards and Fellowships Committee to receive a FEBS Excellence Award following the 2025 call. We congratulate the awardees on their selection and wish them success in their next research steps.

Three other recipients have also received FEBS Excellence Awards 2025:

  • Alexander Belyy (University of Groningen, the Netherlands)
  • Alena Khmelinskaia (LMU, Munich, Germany)
  • Jorian Eeftens (Radboud UMC, Institute for Molecular Life Sciences, Nijmegen, the Netherlands)

FEBS Booster Fund

FEBS is pleased to announce here the researchers selected by the FEBS Excellence Awards and Fellowships Committee to receive a FEBS Booster Fund grant following the call for this scheme in 2025. We congratulate the recipients on their selection and wish them success in their next research steps.

 
 

FEBS Education and Training

FEBS Education and Training Conference 2026
25–29 March 2026 | Kuşadası, Türkiye

FEBS ETC 2026 returns on 25–29 March 2026 in Kuşadası, Türkiye—a focused meeting for educators, trainers, and leaders in the molecular life sciences. Expect impactful plenaries, FEBS Academy–certified workshops, hands-on sessions, and our new “Debate of the Day.” Bursaries supporting registration and accommodation are available.

Early bird registration & Abstract submission & Grant application deadline: 15 January 2026

Call open: FEBS Supported Society Education Events (Jan–Jun 2026)

Applications are invited from FEBS Constituent Societies for funding to advance excellence and innovation in molecular life sciences education. Priority themes this round include AI & Machine Learning (tools, ethics, education) and Skills for Industry 4.0 (biotech-ready graduates), though all education topics are welcome. Funding: up to €2,000 (in-person) or €750 (online).

Deadline: 15 December 2025.

 

 

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  • First FEMS Monthly Newsletter of 2026
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  • EFB Newsletter - October 2025
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  • EFB Newsletter - July 2025
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  • Vienna Life Science Report 2024/25 available for download
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  • NL Openscience: Macht mit und seid dabei!
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  • Your June Update: FEMS MICRO 2025 & Latest Research
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    26.06.2025,
  • Open Science -News 05/2024
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    15.05.2024,
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    30.01.2024,
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    22.01.2024,
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    15.11.2023,
  • STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP OF EVOMEDIS GMBH, MEDICAL UNIVERSITY AND COREMED GRAZ
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    14.11.2023,
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