Dear ÖGMBT members, imagine eight days immersed in cutting-edge research, surrounded by 19 other brilliant minds and guided by the world's leading microbiologists. This year FEMS is excited to host the Summer School for Postdocs in Ohrid, North Macedonia. The FEMS Summer School is a unique opportunity, meticulously designed to nurture the personal and professional growth of 20 exceptional early-career researchers from across the globe. This year, we unpack the critical theme of Harnessing microbial solutions in environmental research and OneHealth, exploring how these tiny powerhouses can address some of our planet's biggest challenges. From 2-10 September, at the picturesque Metropol Resort Hotel Ohrid, you will collaborate closely with top researchers, forge invaluable international connections, and refine your research skills in an inspiring and supportive environment. This is not just a summer school; it is a launchpad for your career, a chance to discuss your work and to…

FEBS Initiatives' Reminder

Tuesday, 08 April 2025 01:32
1. Open call for Constituent Societies for FEBS-IUBMB-ENABLE Scientific Organising Committee members FEBS is inviting Constituent Societies to nominate one of their young members (PhD student or early-career postdoc) to join the Scientific Organizing Committee (SOC) of the 2026 FEBS-IUBMB-ENABLE PhD and Postdoc Conference! This is a unique opportunity for young scientists to help shape an international conference, gain experience in scientific event planning, and connect with researchers from across the world. The 2026 FEBS-IUBMB-ENABLE Conference will take place in Krakow, Poland, in November 2026, hosted by the Faculty of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Biotechnology at Jagiellonian University. The new SOC will kick off its work with an in-person meeting in Krakow in late May/early June 2025. Who can apply? Early-stage PhD students (preferably first- or second-year) and postdocs with at least two years remaining on their contract who are members of a FEBS Constituent Society. What will selected candidates do?…

FEBS Highlights April 2025

Tuesday, 01 April 2025 01:00
Hello ÖGMBT members, You've opted in to receive a fortnightly round-up of the highlights from FEBS Network. Here's a list of the great content selected as a highlight in the past 2 weeks.     Introducing the winner of the 2025 FEBS Open Bio Article Prize: Giulia Lunghi The FEBS Open Bio Article Prize, currently in its 5th year, is awarded annually to an early career researcher who has published a paper of especial interest and importance in the journal in the las... Read more FEBS Open Bio           Writing Contest: Celebrating Women in Science FEBS Letters' new writing contest will award €500 and publication to an essay about researchers' female role models—including prominent scientists, mentors, and other women who have inspired us in ... Read more FEBS Letters           SEBBM Journal, issue nº 223: “The non-coding genome” The development of advanced…
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  • EFB Newsletter - November 2025
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    20.11.2025,
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    17.11.2025,
  • Celebrating 2025 in microbiology
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    12.01.2026,
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    12.01.2026,
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    12.01.2026,
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    29.10.2025,
  • EFB Newsletter - October 2025
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    28.10.2025,
  • A FEBS Short Term Fellowship in July 2025, Porto, Portugal
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    20.10.2025,
  • EFB Newsletter - September 2025
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    25.09.2025,
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    22.09.2025,
  • September - Your FEBS Network highlights
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    12.09.2025,
  • EFB Newsletter - July 2025
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    29.07.2025,
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