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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 14h

Explore October's #ISCB Career Compass newsletter, including a featured #postdoc researcher opportunity in #computationaloncology, and an article on navigating workplace dynamics!

🧭Read more here: https://f.mtr.cool/xhlvdgnvuo

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 16h

Don't forget the upcoming deadline for late-breaking poster submissions to #GIWISCBAsia!

Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🌏 Don’t miss your chance to present in Hong Kong this December.

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 1d

Celebrate excellence in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics by nominating members of the community for #ISCB awards!

Submit your nominations here: https://www.iscb.org/iscb-awards

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 5d

🇬🇧 Introducing ISCB UK! Join us April 21–22, 2026, in Cambridge for the first #ISCBUK conference connecting the #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology community in the UK.

✨ Abstract submissions now open!
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 5, 2026
🔗 https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 8d

@brandeisuniversity.bsky.social is a great place to explore opportunities in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics!

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 8d

Missed the #GIWISCBAsia abstract deadline? Good news! Late-breaking poster submissions are open!

🌏 Don’t miss your chance to present in Hong Kong this December.

Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 8d

Want to take your career to the next level? ISCB members get 15% off of tuition from Brandeis Online.

Apply by December 16, 2025 to start classes as early as January.

Learn more at www.brandeis.edu/online/admissions

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 8d

Victoria Padomo wanted to upgrade her industry knowledge with a Genomics Master's Certificate from Brandeis Online. But throughout her courses, she realized a passion for data analytics and decided to pursue a full master's degree in bioinformatics.

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 9d

Check it out for submissions and nominations reminders, and updates from 10x Genomics and Brandeis University Online!

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 9d

📰 The latest issue of the ISCB newsletter is now available!

If you didn’t see it in your inbox, you can find it on the Society Announcements page here: https://www.iscb.org/iscb-news-items/5555-september-29-2025-iscb-s-september-2025-newsletter

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 16d

📣 There's one week left to submit your abstracts for consideration for oral or poster presentation at #GIWISCBAsia!

Submit your abstract here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 21d

Bioinformatics Advances is looking for new Associate Editors!

Bioinformatics Advances @bioinfoadv.bsky.social · 21d

Bioinformatics Advances is looking for new #AssociateEditors to join the editorial board!

Details about the position and instructions on how to apply can be found here: academic.oup.com/bioinformati...

Bioinformatics Advances seeks new Associate Editors

Overview of the Journal Bioinformatics Advances is a fully open access interdisciplinary journal on bioinformatics and computational biology published jo

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 23d

🌍 Join us in Hong Kong for GIW ISCB-Asia! Dive into #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology, meet top minds, and explore cutting-edge topics.

📆 Submission deadline: Sept 29, 2025

Submit your work now: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 28d

Register to attend #GIWISCBAsia in Hong Kong from Dec 10–13!

Start your registration here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/register

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Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · 29d

“We are the third best country in the world at AI… that’s incredible. Start there.”

Live from ISMB/ECCB, Professor Charlotte Deane reflects on the 'AI race' - is it really about competition? And does the UK have a true strategic advantage?
@iscb.bsky.social

#podcast #ai #academicsky #research

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Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · Sep 4

New episode of Agents of Tech!🚨“AI is going to completely change the way we ask questions" We were thrilled to be joined at ISMB/ECCB by Prof. Charlotte Deane to discuss the changing role of AI in science and why humans will always be essential #ai #podcast
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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 4

🧭 The September Career Compass newsletter is here! Read the latest article and explore the featured post-doc opportunity!

Find the full details on the Society Announcements page: https://f.mtr.cool/tzqrhdzyox

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Critical Assessment of Genome Interpretation (CAGI) challenges are live! CAGI7 has announced 13 challenges with 12 currently open for submission.

Find full details on the CAGI7 Challenge page: genomeinterpretation.org/cagi7-challe...

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 26

The August ISCB newsletter is here! Catch up on Society news, including new officers and board members, the latest ISCB-endorsed degree-granting program, and an #ISMBECCB2025 recap.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/ceqgqqrctw

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 25

Will you be attending America's 3rd Computational Biology Symposium from December 11 to 13 in St. Petersburg, Florida?

🔗 If you're hoping to attend and looking for accommodation information, click here: https://t.ly/KRk6l

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 22

Registration is now open for #GIWISCBAsia!

Start your registration here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/register

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 20

Dr. Zou was one of the ISMB/ECCB 2025 keynote speakers and the winner of the 2025 ISCB Overton Prize award. Check out his interview with @agentsoftech.bsky.social to learn more about his virtual labs!

Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · Aug 20

NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨Can AI replace scientists? Stanford Professor James Zou joined our hosts live at ISMB/ECCB to discuss his work on AI scientists, virtual labs, and digital researchers. Watch now! youtu.be/luMSDO8wHa0?... @iscb.bsky.social #academicsky #medsky #research @nature.com

Can AI Become the Scientist? James Zou on Virtual Labs at Stanford

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 19

Good news! The submission deadline for RSG SE-USA's 3rd Computational Biology Symposium has been extended!

If you’d like to present at the symposium, see the updated deadline and contact details on the flyer.

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 18

🌏 Join us in Hong Kong this December for GIW / ISCB-Asia 2025!
🧬 Present your latest research and connect with the global bioinformatics and computational biology community.
📅 Submit by Sept 29: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions

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Ana Conesa @anaconesa.bsky.social · Aug 14

I’m truly honored to be elected Vice President of ISCB, and heartfelt thank all ISCB members for your trust and support.
I’m excited to work alongside Bonnie and the rest of the EC to keep building a strong, sustainable, inclusive, and forward-looking community for computational biologists worldwide

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 13

The results of the ISCB Leadership vote are in!

Terms for the ISCB President-Elect and ISCB Vice President will start on January 21, 2026.

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