ISCB-UK 2026 Student Symposium

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Date 21 April 2026
Location Robinson College, Cambridge
Attendance 85
Funding used £3,300

This student-led symposium showcased emerging talent in computational biology, providing early-career researchers with opportunities to present their work, network with peers, and gain valuable conference experience.

Testimonials

“The symposium provided an invaluable opportunity for students to present their work and build their professional networks.”

“For many participants, it was their first conference experience and an important step in their research journey.”

Impact and Outcomes

The symposium enabled students and postdoctoral researchers to increase the visibility of their work, establish new collaborations, and gain exposure to a broad range of bioinformatics research. More than 30% of survey respondents reported identifying new collaborations through the event.