Wellcome Connecting Science Learning and Training

🎉 Congratulations to our Best Poster Award winners at #Microbiome26 Conference!
🥇 Juwairiyah Shazzad – University of Southampton

👏 Honourable mentions:
Linda Guantai – University of Southampton
Bridgette Galafa – City St George’s, University of London & King’s College London

#PosterPrize

Wellcome Connecting Science Genome Informatics, hybrid conference Conference dates: 2–4 December 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Bursary deadline: 7 September Abstract deadline: 5 October In person registration deadline: 2 November Virtual registration deadline: 24 November

Registration for our #GenomeInformatics26 conference opens soon! 🧬

🗓️ 2-4 December 2026
Bursary support available

Join us for a global showcase of the latest large-scale methods and AI-driven approaches that are advancing our understanding of genome structure and biology.

📎 bit.ly/4bexmoH

Can you launch a science podcast on a budget?

Episode 4 of “So You Want to Start a Science Podcast?” explores recording and production on a budget.

Hear from Karan Bhatta and Desmond Jumbam

📹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: https://youtu.be/UY9Qib62Srs

#SciComm #AcademicChatter

Wellcome Connecting Science Epigenomics of Common Diseases, hybrid conference Conference dates: 4–6 November 2026 Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, UK and online Bursary deadline: 3 August Abstract deadline: 7 September In-person registration deadline: 5 October Virtual registration deadline: 26 October

An exciting conference for global biologists!

Join us for Epigenomics of Common Diseases 2026 to explore the advances enabling the translation of research into clinical and therapeutic applications.

🗓️ Dates: 4-6 November
📍 Wellcome Genome Campus, UK

📎 bit.ly/3ZTJI0a
#Epigenomics26 🧬🔬

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A fantastic week at the Wellcome Genome Campus welcoming brilliant early-career researchers to our Microbiome Interactions in Health and Disease conference!

Congratulations to our bursary winners👏
Curious about our financial support? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ewznqv4Q

#Microbiome2026 #Bursaries

Join AI and biology leaders this June at the Wellcome Genome Campus🧬

🗓️Dates: 8–10 June
#AIxBio26 explores how AI is transforming human biology and medicine.

Need financial support to attend?
Apply for a bursary by March 16 ➡️ bit.ly/3OzMULQ

#AIinBiology #MachineLearning #Biotech #MedicalAI 🤖

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I'm excited to be heading to Wellcome Genome Campus next week for #Microbiome26 @eventswcs.bsky.social

Please come chat to me if you're interested in publishing with @dmmjournal.bsky.social & joining our microbiome collection of articles:
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#MicrobiomeSky

Wellcome Connecting Science AI x BIO, hybrid conference Conference dates: 8-10 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March Abstract deadline: 13 April In-person registration deadline: 11 May Virtual registration deadline: 1 June

Discover how AI is transforming biology and medicine at #AIxBio26 🧬🤖

🗓️ 8-10 June 2026
📍 Wellcome Genome Campus, UK

Join computational leaders to explore how the latest advancements in AI and machine learning are being applied to tackle biological challenges.

📎 bit.ly/3OzMULQ
#AIinBiology

Live facilitation for our free #FLGenomicVariantsDiversity online course starts today (2 March) 🖥️

Learn how to get the most from #genomics data from diverse populations 🧬

➡️ Live for three weeks
➡️ Gain expertise in variant classification and interpretation

📎 bit.ly/4agFvZ6
@FutureLearn

Wellcome Connecting Science Genomics of Rare Disease hybrid conference Conference dates: 27-29 April 2026 Save 20% on registration for Rare Disease Day 2026 Available for 48 hours, when you register between 28 February-1 March Discount code: GRD20OFF T&Cs apply

To mark #RareDiseaseDay, we’re offering an exclusive 20% discount to attend our #GRD26 conference 🧬

📅 Dates: 27-29 April 2026
⏰ Limited-Time: Register between 28 February - 1 March to secure your 20% saving
Discount Code: GRD20OFF

📎 Info: bit.ly/4bMswAL
Don’t miss out - only 48 hours to claim

Human Immunology: Genes and Environment Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 February Abstract deadline: 9 March In person deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May

Take centre stage at Human Immunology 2026! #HumanImmuno26

🗓️ 13-15 May
Submit an abstract by 9 March ⏰

➡️Share research exploring human immune diversity
➡️Gain feedback from global experts
➡️Contribute towards shaping the future of #immunology

📎 bit.ly/4rpfwpW
#ImmunoGenetics #ImmunoSky 🧪💉

Wellcome Connecting Science Target Validation - In the Era of Genomics, Big Data, and AI (hybrid conference) Conference dates: 21-23 September 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online.

What's new in the era of genomics, big data, and AI?

Join us on the Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, for Target Validation 2026! #TargetV26
Explore the advances enabling therapeutic target identification and validation🧬

🗓️ 21-23 September
📎bit.ly/4aBLEiy
Register by 22 June to submit an abstract 📩

Wellcome Connecting Science Single Cell Biology hybrid conference Conference dates: 10-12 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March 2026 Abstract deadline: 30 March 2026 In person registration deadline: 11 May 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 1 June 2026 Image of a conference delegate presenting a scientific poster.

Showcase the latest single cell research pushing beyond model organisms! 🧬

🗓️ 10-12 June
Submit an abstract for #SingleCell26 by 30 March 📩

➡️ Present your research
➡️ Gain feedback from cellular biology leaders

Need financial help? Bursaries are available

📎 bit.ly/4pyTK21
#Spatial #Genomics

#GenomeAnalysis26 applications close 2 March 🚨

📅 18-22 May 2026
🌏 Multi-classrooms across Asia
Google DeepMind sponsored

✅ Learn next-gen research methods from expert bioinformaticians
✅ Explore the AI tools reshaping genome data analysis

📎 bit.ly/49KYJWo
#AIResearch @astar-gis.bsky.social

Wellcome Connecting Science Synthetic Biology for Health and Sustainability 2026 (hybrid conference) Conference dates: 11-13 March 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Register for a virtual place by 2 March

Join us online for Synthetic Biology for Health & Sustainability 2026🧬

📅 11-13 March | Register by March 2 to secure a virtual spot

🖥️ Gain a front-row seat at pioneering talks showcasing the latest synthetic biology-based technologies and innovations.

📎 bit.ly/43nlbBW
#SynBio26 #Biotech ⚙️🔬

Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Health Effects of Vaccines: From Genomics to Policy Dates: 11–13 May 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 2 February Abstract deadline: 2 March In person registration deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May

Build your research profile at Health Effects of Vaccines 2026💉 #Vaccines26

Submit your abstract by 2 March 📩

✅ Share insights on how #vaccines shape health beyond disease prevention
✅ Connect with immunology leaders

🗓️ 11-13 May
📎 bit.ly/4rbTDul

#MedSky #PublicHealth #Genomics

Anne Chisa, African woman in STEM podcasting, speaking into a microphone for 'The Podcast Lab-Mates' by Wellcome Connecting Science, promoting teamwork in content creation.

Collaboration is vital in life science podcasting.

Anne Chisa discusses taking people on board & shares her thoughts on cooperation in the 2nd episode of “So You Want to Start a Science Podcast?”

📹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: https://youtu.be/wZilncDd7Pc

#SciComm #AcademicSky

Join us for the 20 year anniversary of our Genomics of Rare Disease conference. Dates: 27-29 April 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, UK and online Abstract deadline extended to: 23 February 2026 In-person registration deadline: 30 March 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 20 April 2026

Do you want to connect with global rare disease specialists? 🧬

Join us on the Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, for Genomics of Rare Disease 2026. #GRD26

🗓️ 27-29 April
Register by 30 March for an in-person place 📩
Celebrate 20 years' of rare research!

📎 bit.ly/48UIeZ2
#AcademicSky #RareDiseaseDay

Explore the latest discoveries in AMR research at our global conference 🦠 #AMR2026

🗓️ 23-25 March 2026
Register by 24 February to join us on the Wellcome Genome Campus, UK ⏰

✅ Gain broad perspectives from leading experts
✅ Learn about #genomics tools and technologies

📎bit.ly/3SWzJUm
#MicroSky

Incredible time at #AIR2026 covering breadth of respiratory infection, microbiomes and immunology with some really beautiful biology. Thanks to fellow committee members @resp-micro.bsky.social @drclairesmith.bsky.social @ewanharrison.bsky.social , Alex Kayongo and organisers @eventswcs.bsky.social

Learn how to get the most from #genomics data from diverse populations with our FREE online course 🖥️

🗓️ Starts live 2 March on @FutureLearn
Facilitated forums available for three weeks🌐
Gain expertise in variant classification and interpretation 🧬

📎 bit.ly/4agFvZ6
#FLGenomicVariantsDiversity

Wellcome Connecting Science Mutation in Time and Space (hybrid conference) Conference dates: 13-15 April 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK In-person registration deadline: 16 March Virtual registration deadline: 6 April

🧬 Explore mutations across biological systems with field leaders at the Wellcome Genome Campus, UK

🗓️ 13-15 April 2026
📌 Register by March 16

Join the discussion on how genome evolution shapes human health and ageing.

📎 Find out more: bit.ly/4hmbnyr
#MITS26 #GenomeEvolution #TreeofLife

Ever wanted to start a science podcast?

Listen to our new six-part series on podcasting for life science researchers.

Gain insights from experts and share your science with the world!

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵/𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻: https://youtu.be/veIWeMFJfok

#SciComm #AcademicSky

Join our expert bacterial genomics educators for live #AMR prediction and data analysis training 🖥️

🗓️ Starts 2 March on @FutureLearn
Facilitated forums available for three weeks 🌐
Strengthen your #AMRGenomics expertise 🧬

📎 Secure your free place: bit.ly/4ql5pRf
#FLDataBasesAMR

Wellcome Connecting Science Genomics of Brain Disorders, hybrid conference Dates: 16-18 September 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Bursary and abstract deadline: 7 July In-person registration deadline: 18 August Virtual registration deadline: 8 September

Are you a brain disorders researcher or clinician looking to explore how the deployment of genomics tools and technologies accelerate research insights into clinical impact?

Join us for Genomics of Brain Disorders 2026
🗓️16-18 September
📍 Wellcome Genome Campus, UK

📎 bit.ly/4q6NI7X
🧠🧬 #GBD26

Join us for #GenomeAnalysis26 training across Asia-Pacific🌏

Learn how to apply next gen bioinformatics approaches, as well as AI & other research tools, to understand complex biological problems

Google DeepMind sponsored
🗓️18-22 May 2026

Apply by 2 March ➡️ bit.ly/49KYJWo
@astar-gis.bsky.social

Join us online for #Microbiome26!

Register for a virtual place by 23 February ➡️bit.ly/4kttBOX

Dip into interesting talks from leading scientists, clinicians and bioinformaticians working in #microbiology. 🦠

🗓️ Dates: 2-4 March 2026
Access through an easy online portal 🖥️
#MicrobiomeSky

Quote from Gosia Trynka, Wellcome Sanger Institute and Biology at Scale committee member: "Linking variants to function at scale requires new tools and new ways of working together. Biology at Scale is designed to connect the communities needed to interpret complex traits. Abstract deadline: 20 April 2026

Share insights on using multimodal biological frameworks at #BiologyAtScale26 🧬

Contribute towards multidisciplinary knowledge exchange, and bridge gaps across genetics, cell biology, and human health.

📅 29 June -1 July 2026
Submit an abstract by 20 April ➡️ bit.ly/4mYud02

#ComplexTraits 🧪

Human Immunology: Genes and Environment Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 February Abstract deadline: 9 March In person deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May

🌟 Showcase your insights on human immune function and disease!

Build your research profile at #HumanImmuno26, alongside experts in #immunology, #ImmunoGenetics, functional genomics, and physiology

🗓️ 13-15 May 2026
Bursaries available

Submit an abstract by 9 March: bit.ly/4rpfwpW
#ImmunoSky 🧪

In 2023, PhD student Anita Scoones was invited to help us shape and deliver the first hands-on single-cell genomics course we delivered in Latin America.

In this fabulous article, she shares her experiences of working on developing such an impactful course in her home country. 🔽