As part of our commitment to developing, expanding and strengthening the vast networks and opportunities available to our members and local communities, the Microbiology Society is pleased to announce the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes meeting, to be hosted by Microbial Genomics Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Dr Eva Heinz (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow).
Published by the Microbiology Society, Microbial Genomics pioneers all areas of genome research spanning the breadth of microbial life, including viruses, bacteria, archaea, and microbial eukaryotes. Content ranges from comparative and functional genomics of model organisms to population-scale evolution, epidemiology and microbiome studies, and real-world genomics applications with clinical, veterinary, or environmental relevance.
With technological advances like single-cell sequencing and long-read sequence techniques continually improving and allowing the full resolution of increasingly complex, highly repetitive genomes, and increasing knowledge of their importance in microbiomes and as part of the microbial ecosystem, this meeting is to celebrate and showcase the excellent and diverse scientific achievements around genome research on eukaryotic microbes. In conjunction with the event, we are launching the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes collection in Microbial Genomics to further highlight this area of research amongst the microbial genomics communities. In addition to the scientific content itself, the attendees will have the opportunity to join discussions with members of the Microbial Genomics Editorial Board and get further insights into the publishing process, as well as information about opportunities to get involved, like serving as early-career reviewers or on editorial boards. Being situated in Glasgow with multiple large research-intensive universities in close proximity, it will provide great opportunities to discover important research taking place in the local area and network with other local researchers interested in microbial eukaryotes.
Organising committee:
Dr Eva Heinz, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
Professor Fiona Henriquez-Mui, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
Dr Virginia Howick, University of Glasgow
In conjunction with the event, we are launching the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes collection in Microbial Genomics, to further highlight this area of research amongst the microbial genomics communities. We welcome submissions of genomic research spanning the full diversity of eukaryotic life, including animals, plants, fungi, and protists.
Registration for the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes event is now open.
We are charging a small flat rate fee of £50 to attend this event to cover the cost of catering.
What's included in your registration fee?
The registration deadline for the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes meeting is Tuesday 12 August 2025.
Registration confirmation
Upon registration, you should receive an automated confirmation email. Please contact [email protected] if, after 24 hours, this has not been received.
Cancellations
Refunds are not provided; however, substitutions of attendees can be made at any time before the event by contacting [email protected].
Abstract submission
We are accepting abstract submissions from members of the microbial eukaryotic community for a limited number of offered oral presentations and flash talks at this event. The abstract submission deadline is Tuesday 12 August 2025.
Submit your abstract
If you have any questions regarding abstract submission, please email [email protected].
Microbial Genomics Best Talk Prize
Microbial Genomics is pleased to provide the Best Talk Prize to a flash talk presenter at the Microbial Genomics of Eukaryotes meeting. The winner will receive a cash prize and certificate. All flash talk presentations from early career speakers given at the meeting are automatically entered for the prize.
This meeting will take place at:
Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences (SIPBS)
University of Strathclyde
161 Cathedral St
Glasgow G4 0RE
Accessibility and inclusivity
Details regarding the venue's accessibility, including their Accessibility Statement and rating, are available on their website.
Please ensure you notify us of any dietary requirements on your registration form to ensure these are catered for.
Travel
Detailed directions from Glasgow Central Station, Glasgow Airport and Buchanan Bus Station are available on the Institute’s website.
The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences falls within the City of Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone (LEZ). Charges only apply to older, more polluting vehicles. You can find out more about this via the Government website.
There is public parking within the Cathedral Car Parking Precincts around the Institute, which are approximately 2-3 minutes’ walk from the venue. Please see the Government website for more details on this.