The vifabio Calendar of Conferences and Congresses provides an overview of the most important upcoming events in biology, in chronological order. Only larger conferences and congresses of several days' duration are considered. Please take advantage of the options on the right-hand side to refine the list of events.
The expansion of urban environments is a key driver of global biodiversity loss and is likely to have an increasing impact in the future. By altering both the biotic and abiotic environment, the conversion of natural habitats into urban environments can profoundly affect the composition and persistence of avian communities. Yet, whilst urban environments present many challenges to birds – including the loss of natural habitats, and exposure to novel predators and stressors such as noise, light, and air pollution – they also present many opportunities. Milder climates and the availability of new resources has enabled some species to flourish. Although often regarded as highly degraded habitats, these complex ecosystems provide exciting opportunities to study ecological and evolutionary theory. With 20% of all bird species occurring in cities, it is essential that researchers, conservationists, and policy makers now come together to share their knowledge on the impacts of urbanisation on birds, and how avian diversity can be maintained in a changing world. ... [Information of the supplier]
The XIV International Symposium on Flower Bulbs and Herbaceous Perennials will be held under the auspices of the International Society for Horticultural Sciences in Warsaw, Poland, from 14 to 17 April 2024. This symposium brings together scientists, breeders and experts working on ornamental geophytes and herbaceous perennials from the host country Poland and around the World. ... [Information of the supplier]
The building blocks of life – macromolecules, cells, tissues, and organs – act on each other via physical forces. This interplay of physical forces between the units of life gives rise to complex behaviour — enables motility, transport, growth, division, response to environmental cues, and allows the exertion of forces on the environment, bridging biological scales. The alteration of forces and mechanical properties is associated with inflammation, cancer, and ageing. This comprehensive symposium will study the interplay of the physical forces — the mechanics — between the fundamental building blocks of life, from molecules to organs. It will cover how these physical forces enable development and how they are altered in disease. We will cover the physical mechanisms of the major components of the animal cell and its environment, including cell membranes, cytoskeleton, the nucleus, and the extracellular matrix. It will focus on the role of mechanical forces in both development and disease, engaging clinicians, cell and developmental biologists, and physical and material scientists, from in silico to in vitro and to in vivo studies. We will include state-of-the-art technological applications that rely on the knowledge and use of mechanical forces for biotechnological and healthcare purposes. ... [Information of the supplier]
As we all know, copepods are one of the most important organisms on the earth as prey of commercially important fishes and invertebrates. Copepods are also one of the most socially problematic organisms for aquaculture as pests and for aquatic ecosystems as non-indigenous species. A more accurate understanding of copepods requires comprehensive knowledge from basic taxonomy to its ecology and utilization for fisheries and oceanography. These conferences have played a pivotal role to stimulate students, to get both experts and young generations together, to exchange information among copepodologists of all generations, and to promote future collaborations. ... [Information of the supplier]
This symposium, initiated in 2010, has taken place every second year since and brings together early-career and established researchers from all over the world who are interested in microtubule biology and its impact on human health and disease. The microtubule cytoskeleton is essential for a wide variety of cellular functions, such as chromosome segregation, directed vesicle and organelle transport, cell motility, and cell polarity. Impaired microtubule function can lead to human diseases including cancer and neurodegenerative disorders, where microtubules serve as important therapeutic targets. In recent years, interdisciplinary approaches embracing cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, and mathematical modelling have made a tremendous impact on microtubule research. The progressive diversification of the microtubule field creates the need for this strong meeting that unifies the community and brings together researchers from different disciplines interested in microtubule research. As per the now well-established format, the 2024 edition of the symposium will feature inspirational keynote and landmark lectures, a large number of short talk opportunities selected from the submitted abstracts, lively poster sessions, and activities for networking. ... [Information of the supplier]
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and the City of Stockholm in close collaboration with the Nordic and Baltic partners, welcome delegates from all over the world to Stockholm 2024 under the theme Forest and Society Towards 2050. [Information of the supplier]
The IBC takes place every six years under the supervision of the International Association for Botanical and Mycological Societies (IABMS). The 20th was scheduled to take place in 2023 in Brazil after Shenzhen’s (China) 2017. Unfortunately, the difficult situation caused by the worldwide pandemic has made impossible to organize this big event in Brazil in 2023. ... [Information of the supplier]
We are honoured to host the 18th Symposium on Insect-Plant relationships in Bielefeld from 4th to 8th of August 2024. The Symposium on Insect-Plant relationships has a long tradition, is held every three years and deals with various aspects of insect-plant interactions, extending also to other interaction partners. We expect an international audience of up to 270 people. We will provide sufficient time slots to present your research as an oral presentation or poster. The conference will be held at the foot of the Teutoburg forest in “Haus Neuland” and will offer cheaper group accommodation directly at the site as well as hotel rooms in proximity. Please make sure to regularly check for updates on plenary speakers, registration and other information. ... [Information of the supplier]
The organizing committee of the IMC12, along with the International Mycological Association has made the difficult decision to postpone the IMC12, which was originally planned to be held in Amsterdam in July 2022. As organizers we are confident that we will be able to host an excellent Congress in the Netherlands in 2024. ... [Information of the supplier]
Pseudomonas species attract scientists from all disciplines of life sciences. The taxa are a remarkable example of metabolic versatility, with an extraordinary ability to colonize a wide range of biotic and abiotic niches that range from aquatic habitats, soil, and plants to animals and humans. The International Biennial Pseudomonas Conference inaugurated 37 years ago (1986), aims at promoting and consolidating academic, clinical, industrial, and social collaborations among all scientists across multiple Pseudomonas research disciplines. The 19th edition of the conference will take place in September 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark—a hub of Pseudomonas aficionados with a long tradition of researching this bacterial genus at multiple levels and applications. The organizing committee looks forward to the upcoming Pseudomonas conference that, in the spirit of this meeting series, will strive to provide broad coverage of various Pseudomonas species and their role in fundamental and applied research while fostering the active participation of both young and established researchers from across the globe. ... [Information of the supplier]