ISCB Open Call for Leadership Nominations for ISCB Board of Directors, Vice President, Treasurer, and Student Council Executive Team!

ISCB Board of Directors Nominations Deadline: April 18, 2024

ISCB Officer (Vice President and Treasurer) and Student COuncil Executive Team Nominations Deadline: May 30, 2024

ISCB is encouraging members to submit nominations for the Society’s leadership - Board of Directors and open Officer positions. Nominations are submitted at www.iscb.org/nominate (you must login to your membership record to access the nomination form). In all cases, self-nominations will not be accepted.

The 2024 Officer positions to be elected are Treasurer and Vice President. If you know of excellent candidates that meet the eligibility requirements, please be sure to submit your nomination(s). Details of the positions, procedures, requirements, and timeline are available on the ISCB website at: https://www.iscb.org/leadership-nominations-and-elections.

We are looking forward to an active participation by the ISCB membership in the nomination and election process, and we thank you in advance for your qualified nominations.

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ISCB Collaborative, Co-sponsored, and Affiliated Events Calendar

28th Annual International Conference on Research in Computational Molecular Biology (RECOMB 2024)

Apr 29, 2024 - May 02, 2024
Cambridge, MA, USA
https://recomb.org/recomb2024/
ISCB Member Discount: 15 percent

The Gary Stormo Symposium on Computational Biology

May 21, 2024
Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
https://genetics.wustl.edu/the-stormo-symposium-on-computational-biology/

8th Brazilian Student Council Symposium - Bioinformatics Training and Education

June 11 - 14, 2024
Salvador, Brazil
http://rsg-brazil.iscbsc.org/

11th International Work-Conference on Bioinformatics and Biomedical Engineering

July 15 - July 17, 2024
Hotel Lopesan, Gran Canaria, Spain
https://iwbbio.ugr.es/
ISCB Member Discount: 15 percent

20th International Symposium on Bioinformatics Research and Applications

July 19 - July 21, 2024
Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, China
https://genetics.wustl.edu/the-stormo-symposium-on-computational-biology/
ISCB Member Discount: 15%

European Conference on Computational Biology - ECCB2024

September 16 - 20, 2024
Finland - Turku
https://eccb2024.fi/
ISCB Member Discount: 15 percent

Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Conference

October 22 - 25, 2024
Okinawa, Japan
https://www.apbjc.asia/
ISCB Member Discount: $100 USD

PSB (Pacific Symposium on Biocomputing) 2025

January 04 - 08, 2025
Hawaii - Kohala Coast, Big Island, United States
http://psb.stanford.edu/
ISCB Member Discount: $50 USD

Interested in applying for the ISCB Collaborative Conferences Program?

ISCB welcomes conference applications in the field of computational biology and bioinformatics to the Collaborative Conferences program. Organizers and co‐organizers must hold an advanced doctoral degree and should have experience organizing a scientific program, as organizers and co‐organizers are responsible for all scientific aspects of the conference.

ISCB offers several different application options for consideration.

Learn more at https://www.iscb.org/affiliate-conference-form

Eager to showcase your latest findings in bioinformatics? Don't miss the chance to present at ISMB 2024 by submitting your abstract today. Join us in advancing the frontiers of computational biology - submit now!

ISMB 2024 provides an intense multidisciplinary forum for disseminating the latest developments in computational biology, fosters fresh dialogues and perspectives to learn about and shape the future of the field. ISMB is conducted over a five-day period. The heart of our scientific programme is the ISCB Communities of Special Interest (COSIs). Participants can look forward to a rich scientific programme organized to engage, inspire, and elevate.

ECCB 2024 Call for Submissions

ECCB2024 invites proposals for full manuscripts for proceedings publications and talks, as well as abstracts for scientific talks and posters in the field of computational biology and bioinformatics. All submissions should fall under one of the six scientific themes of the ECCB2024 conference:

Genomes
Proteins
Systems biology and multiomics
Single-cell omics
Microbiomes and planetary health
Digital health

The theme assigned will be used to streamline the review processes and to group the conference presentations in appropriate thematic sessions. The authors should indicate the preferred theme in the submission form. The ECCB2024 Programme Committee will determine to which theme a submission is assigned, considering the authors’ preferences.

Submission Deadlines

Proceedings
4 April 2024 at 23.59 EET (UTC/GMT +2)

Highlight talks and posters
23 April 2024

Submit Today

Two Scientifically Rich Conferences

One final chance to save!

The early discount code ends at midnight, March 30 to save on conference registration fees for the
Great Lakes Bioinformatics Conference, May 13-16 in Pittsburgh, PA and
ISMB 2024, July 12-16 in Montreal, Canada!

Don't miss your chance to be a part of these two enriching conferences.

Learn more about GLBIO 2024

Learn more about ISMB 2024

You can shape the scientific programme!

Do you hold the keys to revolutionary discoveries ready to inspire the scientific world?

ISCB-LATAM SOiBiO CCBCOL 2024 invites scientists and professionals working in the fields of bioinformatics and computational biology to submit research papers and abstracts to be considered for presentation.

The time is now to showcase your work and contribute to the cutting-edge dialogue of our community!

We are ecstatic to declare that submissions are OPEN!

Don't miss this opportunity to make your mark on the forefront of scientific innovation. Submit your research papers and abstracts today!

Early-decision Abstract Submissions Deadline: Monday, August 5, 2024

Paper Submissions Deadline: Thursday, July 25, 2024

Abstract & Paper Submissions

Attention Bioinformatics Educators and Experts! Submit your tutorial proposals today and make a lasting impact on the community!

Tutorial Submissions Deadline: Monday, June 3, 2024

Join us in fostering learning, collaboration, and training in the field of bioinformatics!

Tutorial Submissions

Keynote Speakers

Conference Information

Don't Wait Any Longer!

The submission deadline for late-breaking abstracts is fast approaching on April 14, 2024. Seize this opportunity to represent your institution on the GLBIO stage. Plus, register before March 30, 2024, and enjoy a 10% discount on your registration fee, along with risk-free access—cancel anytime for $0!

Start Submission Now

The 16th GLBIO conference promises to be an enriching experience, featuring oral presentations, poster sessions, keynote speakers, and tutorials. Hosted at the University of Pittsburgh, this event is dedicated to fostering collaboration and networking in computational biology.

We eagerly anticipate your participation and contributions to GLBIO 2024. Together, let's push the boundaries of scientific discovery and advancement.

ISMB 2024, ISCB's Flagship Conference

12-16 July 2024, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Imagine yourself behind the podium at the world's largest, most distinguished bioinformatics and computational biology conference.

Why imagine? Make it a reality.

ISCB invites abstracts for research that is topical to bioinformatics and computational biology, which is in progress (unpublished, formerly Late-Breaking Research) or previously published within the last 18 months (previously Highlights Track) for consideration for oral and/or poster presentation.

April 2024

Submit your abstract to be a part of this dynamic scientific program!

SUBMIT

At the heart of ISMB 2024 lies the invaluable contribution of ISCB's Communities of Special Interest (COSIs), shaping the conference's scientific program. Their expertise and collaboration fuel a dynamic exchange of ideas, ensuring a rich and diverse lineup of sessions that drive innovation in bioinformatics and computational biology.

Be part of the pinnacle event in bioinformatics and computational biology!

Join Us for the 1st Asia & Pacific
Bioinformatics Joint Congress!

We are thrilled to announce a monumental milestone in the field of bioinformatics: the inaugural Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Congress (APBJC) 2024, organized collaboratively by five leading bioinformatics societies.

Mark your calendars for October 22-25, 2024, as we gather at the prestigious Naha Cultural Arts Theater NAHArt in Okinawa, Japan, for an event set to redefine the landscape of bioinformatics in the Asia Pacific region.

APBJC 2024 is not just a conference; it's a platform for groundbreaking exchange and collaboration.

Submit Your Research to the Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Conference!

Share your groundbreaking discoveries and advancements with a global audience of peers, mentors, and scientific leaders. Choose from a diverse range of submission topics - found here - tailored to accommodate various bioinformatics research areas.

We encourage the submission of original work, whether it is in progress or has been previously published within the last 18 months, for consideration for oral and/or poster presentation.

All presentations are categorized based on scientific topics, ensuring a cohesive organization of talks and posters.

Learn More & Submit Your Abstract

Abstracts: Deadlines

Any recent research, published or unpublished, is eligible for submission and should be received by July 7. Acceptance notifications will be sent no later than July 28. The conference will accept late poster abstracts beginning July 30 and ending August 7.

Leading Bioinformatics Societies Collaborate to Host Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Congress (APBJC) 2024

Why publish with Bioinformatics Advances?

Bioinformatics Advances is a fully open access, peer-reviewed interdisciplinary journal on bioinformatics and computational biology, with a major focus on the molecular and cellular levels of biology. Bioinformatics Advances is published jointly by Oxford University Press and by the International Society for Computational Biology, who are the leading professional society for computational biology and bioinformatics.

Read on to learn why Bioinformatics Advances is the perfect home for your research.

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The Editors-in-Chief of Bioinformatics Advances, Alex Bateman and Thomas Lengauer, lead a highly experienced and geographically diverse editorial board.

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RANGE OF CONTENT

Bioinformatics Advances publishes a range of article types so you can select the format most appropriate for communicating your findings. Choose from original articles, application notes, scientific data, discovery notes, reviews, opinions, perspective letters to the editor, and features.

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Bioinformatics Advances publishes research that is read, discussed, and cited by scientists, practitioners, and members of the computational community in areas such as education and career development.

SPEEDY, AUTHOR-CENTRIC PROCESSING

Fast and thorough review: on average, it takes 27 days to first decision and 67 days to final decision.
Speed of production: on average, it takes less than 15 days from receipt to online publication.
Considerate and attentive dialog with the authors.
Help is provided in case of rejections for suggesting improvements.
Special catering to authors from low and middle income countries, including coaching reviews and special rebates on open access charges.

Did you know? ISCB Members Save 20% off publishing charges!

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Read our instructions to authors to learn more about preparing and submitting your manuscript with us or submit now via our submission site.

OUP also offers authoring resources to answer all of your publication questions before, during, and after publication, including how to best promote your work once published.

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