EFB Newsletter - October 2025

Tuesday, 28 October 2025 10:40 Written by 
Registration & abstract submission is open!
 
The 20th European Congress on Biotechnology (ECB2026), is taking place in Antwerp, Belgium, from 28 June - 1 July 2026. The Congress will focus on the theme “Shaping Tomorrow: Biotechnology for Health, Food, Energy, Environment,” addressing global challenges through collaboration across industry, academia, and research.
Plenary speakers
Plenary Speakers ECB2026

Submit your abstract and showcase your work. Opportunities include:
  • invited talks
  • flash poster sessions
  • poster presentations
Additionally, early bird registration fees are available for those who sign up soon, as well as special discounts for Institutional Members.
Open expression of interest!
 
The EFB Biobased Materials Division announces the second edition of the European Workshop on Biotechnology: Biobased Materials, taking place from 2-5 February 2026 in Sion, Switzerland. This event is designed for a small group of up to 20 participants and will feature a combination of expert-led lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions focused on the latest advances in biobased materials.

Registration will open soon. To express your interest and receive more details, please fill out the Express Your Interest form.

Worksop biomaterials sponsors
Registration now open!
 
The Conference on Physiology of Yeasts and Filamentous Fungi (PYFF) brings together researchers from academia and industry working on the physiology, metabolism, genetics, and biotechnological applications of yeasts and filamentous fungi.

The 9th edition will be held from 8-11 September in Valencia, Spain, and primarily organized by members of the Institute of Agrochemistry and Food Technology (IATA), part of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC).

Topics include:
  • Evolution and adaptation
  • Fungal pathogenesis mechanisms
  • Synthetic and systems biology
  • Fermentation applications in food and beverages
  • Cell factories and sustainable bioprocesses
  • Circular economy and emerging biotechnologies
Keynote speakers:
  • Joseph Schacherer, University of Strasbourg (France)
  • Antonio Di Pietro, University of Córdoba (Spain)
Save the date!
 
The Applied Synthetic Biology in Europe (ASBE8) Conference will take place from 4–6 November 2026 at the Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester, UK.

Following the success of previous meetings in this series, ASBE8 will explore the wealth of applied synthetic biology research and how it is contributing to progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The meeting will bring together key partners from academia, industry and the third sector interested in using synthetic biology, engineering biology and applied microbiology to address global challenges. Session will be frame around the following synthetic biology application domains:
  • Factory – Clean growth, Bio-based chemical/materials production, Alternative feedstocks C1, plastics, biogenic
  • Pharma – Cellular therapeutics, Diagnostics, Gene/base editing, Biobased production of pharmaceuticals
  • Farm and Field – Improve crops, Soil augmentation, Waste treatment, Bioremediation, Biocontainment
  • Computational design technologies – Proteins, circuits, systems, networks, communities and processes
Keynote speakers:
  • Chris Voigt, MIT (USA)
  • Irina Borodina, DTU (Denmark)
17th Asian Congress on Biotechnology
 
Congratulations to AFOB and KSBB for organizing the KSBB–AFOB Conference 2025. Held from 23-27 September 2025, the event brought together nearly 3,000 participants from academia and industry.

EFB was represented by Francesc Gòdia, EFB President, and Ivo Frébort, EFB Vice President. Diethard Mattanovich, former EFB Vice President and current board member of the Microbial Biotechnology Division, gave a plenary lecture on “Single carbon biotechnology at the core of a circular bioeconomy”.

FUTURE EVENTS:
  • YABEC 2025 (Matsue, Japan):
    The Young Asian Biochemical Engineers’ Community (YABEC 2025) will be held on 19–21 November 2025, in Matsue, Japan. The event will bring together young researchers from China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan to promote regional collaboration and scientific exchange.
  • ARS 2026 (Quy Nhon, Vietnam):
    The next AFOB Regional Symposium (ARS 2026) will take place on 1–4 February 2026, in Quy Nhon, Vietnam. Host Venue: International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and Education (ICISE). The event will be hosted by the AFOB–Vietnam RBO, focusing on biotechnology for sustainability and green innovation.
RPP12 Conference: success and thanks to our sponsors
 
The RPP Conference, with 200 participants from over 20 countries, concluded successfully, focusing on high-quality scientific content and valuable networking.

A special thank you to our sponsors for making the conference possible. Your support was essential to its success, and we look forward to future collaborations.


RPP12 sponsors
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Exclusive benefits for EFB Institutional Members
 
As an institutional member of the European Federation of Biotechnology (EFB), your company can enjoy special discounts on upcoming EFB-organized events. Here are the key benefits:
  1. Meeting Discounts
    • Enjoy reduced registration fees for all EFB-organized meetings.
  2. Exhibition & Sponsorship Discounts
    • Lower fees for exhibition space at the European Congress on Biotechnology.
    • Discounts on sponsorship packages for EFB-organized events.
    • Opportunity to organize a scientific session at selected EFB events.
Take full advantage of these benefits and enhance your company's visibility and networking opportunities within the European biotechnology community!
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Welcome to our new EFB Institutional Members
 
We are excited to welcome and thank our three newest institutional members. Your support is invaluable in driving innovation and collaboration within the biotech community. Thank you for being part of the EFB!
New Memebers iBet, Univeristy Milano-Biocca and Kuhner Shaker
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Ready to elevate your screening?
Steady data collection. Seamless decisions. The Kuhner microTOM brings online monitoring directly to 96- or 24-well microtiter plates, tracking oxygen transfer rates for fast, reliable, and automated strain or media optimization. Make data-driven choices quickly — no manual sampling, no offline analysis, and no interruptions. [+]
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Photon Systems Instruments (PSI)
Photon Systems Instruments (PSI) empowers plant scientists with advanced tools for photosynthesis research, high-throughput phenotyping, and algal biotechnology. Through the PSI Research Center, we provide hands-on access to technology and proof-of-concept validation. Check out our latest workshop on advanced hyperspectral data processing. [+]
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Rovensa Next is the global leader in biosolutions for agriculture
With over 2,200 employees, Rovensa Next markets its products in over 90 countries. Rovensa Next markets the broadest biosolutions portfolio in the industry, including biostimulants, biofertilizers, bionutrition, biocontrol, and adjuvants. The company builds on innovative technologies and farming practices, providing growers with holistic solutions to increase profitability, boost yields and maximize performance. [+]
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Making the difference – Biotechnology for Europe
Biotechnology drives solutions for health, sustainability, and competitiveness. As Europe prepares for the upcoming EU Biotech Act, EuropaBio leads the conversation shaping our future. Discover how this legislation empowers innovation - learn more on our dedicated webpage. [+]
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Save the Date: XVI FEMTCI Congress – 29-31 May 2026 | Peñíscola, Spain
The European Foundation of Complementary and Integrative Traditional Medicine (FEMTCI), announces its XVI Congress. With over 40 lectures and workshops in Chinese Medicine, Osteopathy, and Naturopathy, plus an exhibition area and networking opportunities, this Mediterranean event blends science, innovation, and culture. Scholarships and special accommodation rates available. [+]
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Swiss Society for Microbiology
The Swiss Society for Microbiology (SSM) is the professional association of Swiss microbiologists covering all microbiological disciplines. This includes clinical, environmental and fundamental microbiology, as well as microbial ecology, virology, mycology and microbial biotechnology. Our mission is to connect microbiologists by hosting scientific events, to promote microbiologists through excellence awards and travel grants, and to communicate microbiology to the public. [+]
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