Overview
The Microbiology Society Education and Outreach Network (EON) invites you to join our online Winter Conference on 21st October 2026. This half-day event will explore internationalisation, collaboration, and connectivity in microbiology education, outreach, and scholarship.
The meeting aims to bring together educators, researchers, outreach practitioners, and students to share ideas, build networks, and showcase innovative practice across institutions, disciplines, and global communities.
We particularly welcome contributions that highlight:
- International or interdisciplinary collaborations
- Innovative approaches to microbiology education and outreach
- Projects that engage new or diverse audiences
- Transferable teaching, scholarship, or engagement practices
- Reflections on building sustainable national and international networks
Submissions on all aspects of microbiology education, outreach, and scholarship are welcome, and we encourage participation from colleagues at all career stages and from all regions.
Organising committee:
Sean Goodman, University of Liverpool, UK
Gemma Wattret, University of Liverpool, UK
Laura Cleary, Technological University Dublin, IE
Josephine Prole, University of Plymouth, UK
Virtu Solano Collado, University of Aberdeen, UK
Thiru Vanniasinkam, Charles Sturt University, Australia
Abstracts
We are now receiving abstracts for offered and flash talks at the Winter Conference. The deadline to submit is Monday 14 September 2026 at 23:59 BST. Submitters will be notified of the outcome around 21 September. Submit using the link below:
Registration
Registration for the Education and Outreach Network Winter Conference 2026 is now open. You can find price information below:
Registration:
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Ticket |
Rate (GBP) |
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Free |
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Non-member |
£26 |
(Researchers in HINARI countries may be eligible for free Affiliate Membership, which includes free registration for this event.)