Plenary and keynote speakers announced for ECB2026

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.

Researchers are invited to join the programme on stage by submitting an abstract. Selected contributions will be featured as 15-minute invited talks, flash poster presentations , or poster presentations , providing excellent visibility and opportunities for discussion within the ECB2026 community.

Abstract submission is open to original research aligned with the congress’s scientific streams. Full details on the speakers and participation options are available online:

ECB2026 will bring together the international biotechnology community for scientific exchange, networking, and collaboration.