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Abstract submission for the 20th European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) remains open until 19 April, with final slots still available for invited talks. Participants can also apply for flash poster and poster presentations. Early registration rates are still available for a limited time.

The plenary and keynote speakers for the 20th European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026), taking place in Antwerp, Belgium, in 2026, have now been announced. The confirmed speakers represent leading voices in biotechnology across academia and industry and will address key scientific and societal challenges shaping the field.

The 20th European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) will take place in Antwerp, Belgium, in 2026, and registration and abstract submission are now open. Participants are encouraged to take advantage of early bird rates and submit abstracts for invited talks, posters, or flash poster presentations.

The European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB) is pleased to announce that the next European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026) will take place in Antwerp, Belgium, from 28 June to 1 July 2026

From 18-20 November, the Biocat4Value – Biocatalysis Conference for Biological Transformation along Renewable Value Chains took place in Düsseldorf, Germany, attracting over 60 participants from 18 countries. This three-day event provided a valuable platform for academia, industry, and startups to connect and exchange insights on the latest developments in biocatalysis.

We are pleased to announce the extension of abstract submission deadlines for two premier conferences in the field of biotechnology: ASBE7 and Biocat4Value Conferences. This extension provides an excellent opportunity for researchers, professionals, and students to share their latest findings and innovations with a global audience.