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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 1d

We are excited to welcome Dr. Ming-Jung Liu (Academia Sinica, Taiwan)! 🌱

An expert in plant molecular biology and viral defense, she will speak under “Improving Resources and Food Systems” on how plants decode hidden protein-coding regions to combat viruses. 🌾🔍
#PhDSymposium27#ShapingTomorrow #EMBL

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 1d

We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Tristan Wagner (Max Planck Institute, Germany & Institut de Biologie Structurale, France) as a featured speaker! 🔥 He will present how methane-producing microbes reveal early Earth chemistry and power future biotechnologies through his ERC project “EnLightEn.” 🌱💡

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 12d

Deadline extended! Talk submissions open until 8 Sept & poster submissions until 30 Sept. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 27th PhD Symposium – submit today!

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 12d

🚨 Speaker Spotlight 🚨

Excited to host Dr. Carla Daniela Robles-Espinoza, bioinformatician & cancer geneticist leading one of the largest ALM cohorts worldwide. She’ll speak on “Advancing Health and Biomedical Solutions”, highlighting melanoma drivers and therapeutic targets. 🚀
#ShapingTomorrow

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 19d

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Loes van Dam.

Postdoc at DTU, expert in fungal mycelium for sustainable food, and author of GastronOmics (2024).

She’ll speak on “Improving resource and food systems”, sharing insights on microbial food innovation and sustainable nutrition 🌱🚀

#Sustainability#PHD

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 23d

We’re excited to welcome Prof. Julia Santiago (University of Lausanne) as a speaker! 🌱 A leader in plant molecular biology and membrane signaling, she will discuss “Navigating planetary and environmental challenges”, showcasing how plant biology fuels innovation in life sciences. 🚀

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 26d

Deadline extended! Talk submissions now open until 8 Sept & poster submissions until 30 Sept. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 27th PhD Symposium – submit today!

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · 26d

We’re thrilled to welcome Prof. Jacob Hanna, Full Professor at the Weizmann Institute of Science and pioneer in cellular reprogramming 🧬, as our next keynote speaker!

He’ll share his breakthrough on synthetic embryo models (SEMs) 🧫 under “Advancing Health and Biomedical Solutions” 🚀

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Sep 8

Time flies… but good news! 🚀 We’re extending talk submissions until 8 Sept and poster submissions until 30 Sept. Don’t miss your chance to join the 27th PhD Symposium!

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Sep 4

🚨 Keynote Alert!

We’re excited to host Prof. Mark Post — Emeritus Professor at Maastricht University, Co-founder of Mosa Meat & Qorium, and creator of the first cultured meat burger (2013).

He’ll speak on “Improving Resource and Food Systems”, exploring sustainable innovations for the future. 🚀

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Sep 2

27th EMBL PhD Symposium – Shaping Tomorrow will explore three subthemes:

🔬 Advancing health and biomedical solutions
🌍 Navigating planetary and environmental challenges
🌱 Improving resource and food systems

📅 25–27 Nov 2025 | 📍 EMBL Heidelberg & Virtual

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Sep 1

✨Meet the Core Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re steering Shaping Tomorrow — keeping the vision, science, and spirit on track. From planning to last-minute calls, we make it all come together.

Got questions? We’re just a message away! 🌍✨

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Sep 1

Have you already explored our website? If not, now’s the time — check it out to see the program, the speakers, and everything we’re preparing for this year’s 27th EMBL PhD Symposium Shaping Tomorrow! 🌍✨
📅 25–27 November 2025
📍 EMBL Heidelberg & Virtual

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Aug 26

Meet the Logistics Team of the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re the crew ensuring everything runs smoothly — from venues and schedules to on-the-day support. Got questions about practicalities, accessibility, or arrangements? We’re here to help! 🛠️📅

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow #LogisticsTeam

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Aug 19

The Best Talk Award at the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium will be sponsored by The Biology Open! 🎤💡

Thank you to The Biology Open for supporting early-career scientists and creating spaces where students can share their science, exchange ideas, and spark new collaborations.

#BiologyOpen #EMBL

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Aug 15

✨ Meet the Speakers Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re the team behind the scenes choosing exciting and inspiring speakers to bring Shaping Tomorrow to life. From leading scientists to rising stars, we’re crafting a program you won’t want to miss!

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Aug 12

✨ Meet the Finance Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re the ones making sure everything adds up — from budgets to reimbursements, we’ve got it covered so the symposium runs smoothly.

Got finance-related questions? We’re just a message away! 💸💌

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Aug 6

⏳ Hurry up! Today’s the last day to get the early bird discount for the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium! 🎓

Register by 6 August 2025 to save your spot!

🔗https://phdsymposium.embl-community.io/main/#about

#EMBLPhDSymposium #PhDLife #EarlyBird #DeadlineDay #ScienceConference

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 25

📦 POSTERS ON THE MOVE! 🌍
The 27th EMBL PhD Symposium is going global!

Posters are on their way to institutes worldwide — here’s a sneak peek at the packing action! 📨🎬

✨ Spotted one on your campus? Tag us!

Register here:
phdsymposium.embl-community.io/main/#about

#EMBLSymposium2025 #PhDSymposium

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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 25

🚨 FINAL COUNTDOWN ⏳
📅 25–27 Nov 2025 | 📍 27th EMBL PhD Symposium: Shaping Tomorrow

Early bird registration ends soon!

🌐 Connect with scientists
🧬 Discover breakthrough research
🎤 Hear from top speakers

Register now!
👉 phdsymposium.embl-community.io/main/#about

#EMBLSymposium2025 #PhDSymposium

EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 23

Meet the Design & Webpage Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We're the team crafting a seamless and stunning online experience — from your first click to the closing moment.

Got feedback or ideas? We’d love to hear from you! 🎨💻

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow #DesignTeam #LifeSciences

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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 21

🎓 At the 27th PhD Symposium: Shaping Tomorrow 🏆
We’re excited to announce Best Poster and Best Talk awards! 🥇🎤📝

Don’t miss this chance to showcase your research!

💡 Submit your abstracts as soon as possible!
#PHDSymposium #ResearchLife #AcademicOpportunities #SubmitNow #ScientificPoster #EMBL #PhD

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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 15

✨ Meet the Participants Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re here to make you feel welcome, supported, and ready to make the most of Shaping Tomorrow.

Questions before or during the event? We’ve got you covered! 💌

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow #LifeSciences #StudentLife

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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 14

🔬 Shaping Tomorrow 🌍
📅 25–27 Nov 2025 |📍27th EMBL PhD Symposium

🧠 Curious about the future of science?
Submit your abstract now to present a talk or poster!
🌟 Share your research, get global feedback, and join three days of inspiring science.
👉 Apply here: phdsymposium.embl-community.io/main/#about

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EMBL PhD Symposium @phdsymposium.bsky.social · Jul 4

✨ Meet the Promotion & Outreach Team behind the 27th EMBL PhD Symposium!

We’re here to spread the word, answer your questions, and help you get the most out of 27th EMBL PhD Symposium: Shaping Tomorrow.

Got questions? We’re just a message away! 💌

#EMBLPhDSymposium #ShapingTomorrow #Biology#PhD

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