The CCBIO Annual Symposium

Each May, CCBIO hosts its annual symposium — the highlight of the year for the CCBIO community. The event features a dynamic mix of presentations from invited international experts and senior researchers, extended poster sessions showcasing the work of early-career scientists, and plenty of opportunities for networking and collaboration among participants.

Collage of 7 pictures with people interacting at a scientific meeting. — Photo: CCBIO, Ingvild Festervoll Melien

Coming and previous symposia

Most recent date was 2025: May 13 and 14, 2025. See article "CCBIO Crossroads at Solstrand".

Dates in the coming years

2026: May 12-13, plus a Pre-Symposium May 10 and 11

2027: May 11-12, plus a Pre-Symposium May 9 and 10

2028: May 9-10, plus a Pre-Symposium May 7 and 8

2029: May 8-9, plus a Pre-Symposium May 6 and 7

Previous symposia

See an overview of the programs in all CCBIO symposia 2013-2025 (external link).

Also, see news articles about the symposia in the last 5 years:

2020 was cancelled due to the pandemic.

2019

Research School component

Besides being the CCBIO event of the year, the Annual Symposium is also part of the Research School course CCBIO902, the CCBIO Seminar and Symposium Series, for the CCBIO students. Participating in the Annual Symposium is part of the expectations. The PhD candidates will be trained in listening to, interpreting and reflecting over scientific presentations in English. Presenting a poster or doing a speed talk is expected.

Last updated: 16.10.2025