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Meet global leaders creating visualizations transforming the life sciences!

A quick reminder that VIZBI 2024, the 14th International Meeting on Visualizing Biological Data, takes place next week, March 13–15, at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, USA. The event will also be streamed online.
There's still time to join this year's meeting, present your work, and engage with our inspiring speakers, including:

Jessica Hullman (Northwestern U., USA) — renowned for pioneering work on improving visual communication of complex data and statistics.
Anders Ynnerman (Linköping U., Sweden) — a pioneer in medical imaging and in using groundbreaking visual methods to communicate science.
Alex McDowell (USC & 5D Global Studio, USA) — celebrated production designer for feature films such as 'Man of Steel', 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', and 'Minority Report'; now redesigning how we visualize biomolecules and cells.

Register now to secure your spot, connect with global thought-leaders, and see the visualizations that are transforming the life sciences. Upload your poster by March 8 so you can share your work at the meeting.
Want to improve your DataVis skills, but can't commit to a three day event? Join the VIZBI Masterclass (March 12), a one-day training event on cutting-edge visualization techniques from leading experts and practitioners David Goodsell, Barbora Kozíková, Martin Krzywinski, and Seán O'Donoghue. Learn visual design principles, data storytelling strategies, and methods for visualizing uncertainty and temporal data.
Undecided? Read the Nature News article about VIZBI, or ask a colleague who's been. They'll confirm that attending — on-site or online — can help you uncover insights buried in complex data, thus accelerating your research.

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Breaking Boundaries: Dive into Innovation at GLBIO 2024!

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Join us for the most dynamic gathering of biologists, researchers, and innovators from around the globe at GLBIO 2024! This premier conference is your gateway to cutting-edge discoveries, groundbreaking research, and unparalleled networking opportunities in the vibrant world of computational biology.

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Ignite Discovery: Elevate Your Research Journey at GLBIO 2024!

Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to showcase your cutting-edge work in computational biology and bioinformatics. Whether you're delving into genomics, unraveling intricate biological networks, or pioneering AI-driven solutions, GLBIO 2024 is the platform to shine. Submit your abstract now and connect with top minds in the field, ignite collaborations, and shape the future of bioinformatics. Don't miss your chance to make an impact – submit today and be part of the innovation at GLBIO 2024!

Abstract & Poster Submission Deadline: March 4, 2024

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Why YOU should be at ISMB 2024

Unleash Innovation: ISMB 2024 is where groundbreaking ideas collide with cutting-edge research, sparking innovation that shapes the future of bioinformatics and computational biology.

Connect Globally: Network with top scientists, researchers, and industry leaders from around the world, forging collaborations and partnerships that transcend borders at ISMB 2024.

Stay Ahead of the Curve: Stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in bioinformatics and computational biology, gaining invaluable insights and skills that propel your career forward.

Shape the Future: Be part of shaping the future of scientific discovery by engaging in discussions and workshops at ISMB 2024 that tackle the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the field.

Inspiring Keynotes: Hear from visionary keynote speakers who are driving groundbreaking research and innovation, igniting your passion and inspiring new directions in your work.

Seize the Spotlight at ISMB 2024 - Abstract submissions (talk & posters) are open!

Abstract Submissions Deadline: April 19, 2024

Your Discovery, Your Stage - Submit your abstract to ISMB 2024 today!

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Connect, Innovate, Transform, and Submit Your Cutting-Edge Research to the Technology Track!

Tech Track Submissions Deadline: May 10, 2024 (or until capacity is reached)

Submit your innovation and be a part of the scientific celebration at ISMB 2024.

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Introducing the Biggest Breakthrough in Bioinformatics: The Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Conference!

Uniting Visionaries from Across Asia & the Pacific: Join us as we bring together the brightest minds, visionaries, and trailblazers from across Asia and the Pacific region. From seasoned researchers to budding enthusiasts, this conference is your platform to connect, learn, and revolutionize the field of bioinformatics.

Call for Submissions: Propel Your Research onto the Global Stage at the Asia & Pacific Bioinformatics Joint Conference!

Seize this opportunity to share your discoveries, insights, and advancements with an international audience of peers, mentors, and scientific leaders. Whether you're exploring genomics, proteomics, computational biology, or AI and their applications, your research deserves to be showcased on this stage.

Submission Topics: Choose from a diverse range of submission topics tailored to accommodate a wide spectrum of bioinformatics research areas, including but not limited to:

Single-cell analysis
AI and their applications
Protein/rna structure analysis, prediction and design
Personalized medicine and computational genetics
Metagenomics and microbiome analysis
Network biology and systems biology
Drug discovery and repurposing
Ethical, legal and social issues (elsi)
Bioinformatics education
Omics-based informatics
Databases, ontologies and biocuration
Evolutionary, comparative genomics and phylogenetics
Synthetic biology and engineering
General computational biology
Others

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.

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The field of computational biology has made remarkable strides, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries, and innovations in life sciences. Behind these achievements are dedicated researchers who push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. Annually, International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) honors these exceptional researchers. The ISCB Scientific Awards, Overton Prize, Innovator, and Accomplishments by a Senior Scientist, aim to honor individuals who have demonstrated sustained excellence in the field of computational biology. The Outstanding Service to ISCB award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the community through their service, whether it be organizing conferences, editing journals, education, or mentoring students.

ISCB is pleased to announce the 2024 Awardees:
Tandy Warnow, Martin Steinegger, Su-In Lee, Scott Markel

Tandy Warnow
Associate Head, Department of Computer Science
Grainger Distinguished Chair in Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign

Recipient of ISCB Accomplishments by a Senior Scientist

Dr. Warnow's pioneering work in mathematical phylogenetics and algorithm development for evolutionary biology has been transformative. Her contributions have greatly expanded the theoretical foundations of phylogenetics, and have provided key new algorithm design techniques that enable scalability to large datasets while maintaining statistical guarantees and excellent performance in practice. Her methods and software for core bioinformatics problems, such as multiple sequence alignment and species tree estimation, have been used by biological consortia, and have reshaped our understanding of evolutionary relationships.

Martin Steinegger
Assistant Professor, Bioinformatics
Seoul National University

Recipient of the ISCB Overton Prize

Dr. Steinegger has made extraordinary contributions to bioinformatics and computational biology through the development of innovative software tools such as MMseqs2, Linclust, ColabFold, and Foldseek. His work has significantly advanced protein sequence searching, clustering, assembly, and structure prediction. Dr. Steinegger’s tools have played a crucial role in assembling extensive protein sequence databases and have been instrumental in the success of AlphaFold2. His recent publication in Nature represents a groundbreaking study in structurally organizing the protein universe, underscoring his exceptional creativity and technical expertise in the field.

Su-In Lee
Professor, Paul G. Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering
University of Washington

Recipient of the ISCB Innovator Award

Dr. Lee has made remarkable strides in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with biomedicine. Her pioneering work in AI, notably the SHAP framework and subsequent algorithms, has revolutionized the interpretability of machine learning models, enabling profound insights into complex biological phenomena. Her research, spanning prestigious publications and impactful applications across various domains, underscores her profound contributions to computational biology and AI.

Scott Markel
BIOVIA R&D Development Director, Scientific Services
Dassault Systèmes

Recipient of the Outstanding Contributions to ISCB Award

Dr. Markel’s unwavering dedication and exceptional leadership have significantly enriched the International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) for over a decade. Through his pivotal roles on key committees and leadership within the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, Scott has shaped ISCB's strategic direction and operational sustainability. His proactive involvement in essential committees and tireless support for various society initiatives demonstrate his commitment to advancing computational biology and fostering a thriving ISCB community.

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Submit Your Abstracts and Posters for GLBIO 2024!

Attention all researchers, scientists, and innovators in bioinformatics and computational biology!

The countdown is on, and the deadline for abstract and poster submissions for GLBIO 2024 is fast approaching. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your groundbreaking research, share your discoveries, and connect with peers from around the globe. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of one of the most exciting events in the field. Submit your abstracts and posters now and join us at GLBIO 2024!

Abstract & Poster Submission Deadline: March 4, 2024

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Today is the day! Get your full paper submissions in!

Elevate Your Research at GLBIO 2024! Unlock the gateway to cutting-edge bioinformatics and computational biology at GLBIO 2024 – where innovation meets discovery! We invite researchers, scientists, and experts to contribute their groundbreaking work to our prestigious conference.

Full Length Paper Submission Deadline: TODAY, February 5, 2024
Abstract & Poster Submission Deadline: March 4, 2024

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We invite all pioneers in the field to contribute their groundbreaking work. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the scientific dialogue at ISMB 2024 - submit your work no w