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Count Down to ISCB-Africa ASBCB 2025!

The International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) and the African Society for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology (ASBCB), in collaboration with the African Bioinformatics Institute (ABI) and H3ABioNet, are thrilled for this upcoming ISCB Africa ASBCB Conference on Bioinformatics, taking place April 14–17, 2025, in the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa.

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Abridged Agenda	Africa Student Council Symposium	Conference Scientific Programme	Tutorials
Special Session: Bioinformatic Data Resources (Virtual)	Special Session: Navigating Data Governance...	Posters	Social Event

This premier conference brings together a dynamic community of global and African researchers, providing a unique multidisciplinary platform to explore cutting-edge advancements in bioinformatics and computational biology. With a focus on Africa-driven research and innovation, the conference fosters collaboration, sparks new ideas, and empowers participants to shape the future of the field while building essential technical skills.

The scientific program will showcase renowned keynote speakers, interactive tutorials, and special sessions covering a diverse range of topics, including:

Agricultural Bioinformatics
AI in Genomics and Precision Medicine
Bioinformatics Education
Biomedical Ethics
Data Governance
Data for OneHealth
Drug Design and Discovery
Informatics for Biobanks
Metagenomics
Open Science and Open Data
Pathogen Genomics
Population Genetics, Variation, and Evolution
General Bioinformatics and Computational Biology

Whether you join in-person or virtually, you will gain access to exceptional opportunities:

In-person attendees can look forward to:

Cutting-edge training workshops and technical tutorials
Inspiring scientific talks and the Student Council Symposium
Exclusive networking events to forge valuable collaborations
One-on-one meetings with speakers, poster presenters, and industry leaders
Access to an on-demand repository of sessions and posters to revisit key insights

Virtual attendees will enjoy:

Livestreamed sessions and on-demand recordings, accessible across time zones
Live Q&A and chat features to engage with speakers and fellow participants
Attendee profile and matchmaking tools for seamless virtual networking
Full access to recorded talks and posters for flexible learning

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate with leading experts and peers driving bioinformatics forward in Africa and beyond. Consider submitting your research and join us in Cape Town or virtually to be part of the conversations shaping the future of bioinformatics and computational biology in Africa. Mark your calendar and register today—we can’t wait to see you there!