🧬 #ISCBUK registration is open! Join us for 2 days of #bioinformatics, featuring keynote talks, cutting-edge methods, a student-led symposium, and lots of opportunities to connect with the community! 🔗 Save your spot and register today: https://f.mtr.cool/kpitvovaeb

🇨🇦 Abstract submissions to #CBHC2026 are due Thursday. Researchers at all career stages are invited to submit and be part of the conversation! 🗓️ Submission deadline: February 12, 2026 📥 Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/pwdyhqfuxm

🧬🌍 Abstract submissions for #ISMB2026 are open! Share new, in-progress, or recently published work with a global audience at the largest international meeting in #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology! 📅 Deadline: April 9 📥 Details: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

Missed the #ISCBUK abstract deadline for talks? You can still join the programme with a late-breaking poster! 📅Submission deadline: March 17, 2026 🔗📥Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🚨UPCOMING DEADLINES🚨 RECOMB-CG: 13 February RECOMB-RSG: 15 February RECOMB-Privacy: 9 March RECOMB-Seq: 12 March (abstract registration) RECOMB-Arch: 12 March (abstract registration) RECOMB-Genetics: 13 March #RECOMB2026 #deadlines

In addition to the usual 15% discount for @iscb.bsky.social members, we’re excited to announce that Hellenic Bioinformatics members will enjoy a 15% discount this year as well.

🇨🇦 Abstract submissions to #CBHC2026 are due next week. Researchers at all career stages are invited to submit and be part of the conversation! 🗓️ Submission deadline: Thursday, Feb 12, 2026 📥 Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/nndbturhij

📬 The February Career Compass is out!  This issue covers how informational interviews can help you explore industry roles, plus a roundup of positions closing soon on the ISCB Career Center, including faculty, postdoc, and leadership roles.

🚨Last call!🚨 The submission deadline for abstract submissions to #ISCBUK is TOMORROW, Thursday, February 5, 2026 (no extensions) 📥Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/owyddiatvh

🧬 #RECOMBRSG2026 will be held May 25, 2026 in Thessaloniki, Greece, as a RECOMB satellite meeting! Submissions are open for Preprints, Highlights, and Lightning Talks until Feb 15, 2026 📥Submit here: https://recomb-rsg.github.io/

🧬🌍 #ISMB2026 is accepting abstracts! Share new, in-progress, or recently published work in #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology with a global audience.  Deadline: Thursday, April 9, 2026 📥Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts @anaconesa.bsky.social

📣We're in the final weeks of submission acceptance: There are just 2 weeks left to submit your abstract to #CBHC2026!  🗓️ Submission deadline: Thursday, Feb 12, 2026 📥 Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/quatfwnklb

📣There's only 1 week left to submit your abstract to the inaugural #ISCBUK conference.  📅Submission deadline: Feb 5, 2026 (no extensions) 📥Start your submission by scanning the QR code or clicking here: https://f.mtr.cool/uiorjmjlxo

💻Find the latest updates (and submission deadline reminders!) from #ISCB in the first newsletter of the year!  The full January issue of the newsletter can be accessed via the Society Announcements page: https://f.mtr.cool/ynnftyeldj

⚙️ The #ISMB2026 Tech Track invites organizations to present software or hardware to help advance #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology research worldwide! Learn more and submit your proposal: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tech-track

⌛ There are 2 weeks left to submit your abstract to #ISCBUK for the opportunity to share your work with the UK’s #bioinformatics community!  Submission deadline: February 5, 2026. 📥 Submit: https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

#CBHC2026 registration is open! 🇨🇦 Join us May 27–29 in Toronto for Canada's inaugural #bioinformatics, #computationalbiology, and #datascience conference. Early registration rates are available through April 27. Register: https://www.iscb.org/cbhc2026/register

🚨 #ISMB2026 Proceedings submissions are due tomorrow, January 20 by 23:59 Anywhere on Earth (no exceptions). 📥 Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/proceedings

⌛Remember: #ISMB2026 Proceedings paper submissions are due Tuesday, January 20! (no extensions)

🎉 #ISMB2026 registration is open! Join us for five days of talks, posters, and special sessions highlighting the latest research in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics! Register now! ➡️ https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/register

📢 The #ISMB2026 Proceedings deadline is ONE WEEK away! 📅 Deadline: January 20, 2026 (no extensions) Selected papers will be published in Bioinformatics and presented at the conference in DC this July! 📥Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/proceedings

📣 Abstract submissions for #ISMB2026 are open! Submit your #computationalbiology research for a chance to present at the premier conference in the field. 📅 Submission deadline: Thurs, April 9, 2026 📥Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts @anaconesa.bsky.social

Submit your abstract showcasing original and innovative research in #bioinformatics, #computationalbiology, and #datascience to #CBHC2026!  🗓️ Submission deadline: Thursday, Feb 12, 2026 📥 Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/efelwjjmyz

Share your work with the UK’s #bioinformatics community at the inaugural #ISCBUK meeting! Submissions are open for talks and posters until February 5, 2026. 📥 Submit: https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🧭 The new Career Compass newsletter is out!  This month we have reminders about LinkedIn essentials: a strong headline, spotting recruiting scams, and connection request etiquette.

🌍 What does “Anywhere on Earth (AoE)” actually mean for a deadline? See the details in the graphic for a quick explainer, including why #ISCB uses it!

🔍 If you have new technology for the #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics community, #ISMB2026 wants your Tech Track proposal!  Check details and submit your proposal here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tech-track

🎄✨ Happy Holidays from all of us at ISCB! Thank you for your support and collaboration this year. We look forward to keeping the momentum going in 2026.  Wishing you a joyful season and a bright New Year! 🎉🎊

⏳ One month left to submit your paper featuring new, unpublished work to #ISMB2026 Proceedings!  Deadline: Jan 20, 2026 Find all details here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/proceedings

🚨ICYMI: The ISCB website will undergo scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, December 23. During this time the site will be temporarily inaccessible. Note that any bookmarked pages from the ISCB website may need to be updated. Thank you for your patience!

📢 ECCB2026 - Call for proceedings now open ! The Scientific Committee welcomes full manuscripts presenting original and unpublished work in computational biology. 🗓 Deadline: 5 March 2026, 1 p.m. CET 🔗 eccb2026.org/call-proceedings #ECCB2026 #Bioinformatics #ComputationalBiology #CallForPapers

📰 ISCB’s December newsletter is out now! Inside:  🧬a tribute to Dr. Amos Bairoch  📣last call for tutorial proposals  🌏a recap of #ABACBS2025  ...and more! Read it here: https://www.iscb.org/iscb-news-items/5612-december-17-2025-iscb-s-december-2025-newsletter

✨The ISCB Fellows nomination deadline has been updated! You now have until Monday, December 22 to submit your nomination. Visit www.iscb.org/fellow-nomination for information and to nominate a Fellow!

🚨LAST CALL: #ISMB2026 tutorial proposals due Thursday! 🔗Find details and submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tutorials

⏳ One week left to submit your #ISMB2026 tutorial proposal! Share hands-on training that builds skills across #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology. 🗓️ Deadline: Thursday, December 18, 2025 🔗 https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tutorials

🔔 Don’t forget: Abstract submissions for #CBHC2026 are open! 🗓️ Deadline: Feb 12, 2026 📥 Submit here: https://f.mtr.cool/oftnlpqjlg

Giving a talk today in Penn's Queer in Steminar series, focusing on representation of LGBTQ+ folks in scientific communities. An earlier version is on youtube from 2024's @iscb.bsky.social LGBTQ+ Symposium: www.youtube.com/watch?v=AptW...

Nominations for RSG SE-USA leadership are now open!  Check the flyer for details and contact info.

⚙️ The #ISMB2026 Tech Track invites organizations to present software or hardware to help advance #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology research worldwide! Learn more and submit your proposal: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tech-track

One week left to help us honor excellence in #computationalbiology! Nominations for the ISCB Fellows Class of 2026 close next Monday, December 15, 2025 Submit your nomination soon: https://www.iscb.org/fellows

Share your work with the UK’s #bioinformatics community at the inaugural #ISCBUK meeting! Submissions are open for talks and posters until February 5, 2026. 📥 Submit:https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🇨🇦 #CBHC2026 award nominations are due this coming Monday, Dec. 8! This is your last chance to help us highlight researchers and community builders shaping #bioinformatics in Canada. Self-nominations welcome! Details and submission link below ⬇️

📣 Two weeks left to submit your proposal!  Support the next generation of computational biologists by leading a tutorial at #ISMB2026. 📥 Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/tutorials

🧭The December Career Compass is out! This month: tips on reviewing your year + planning for a strong start to 2026. We’re also sharing a major NIH opportunity: Director of NIGMS, a key leadership role in biomedical research. Applications open until Dec 12.

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Amos Bairoch. His vision and leadership helped build the foundations of today’s bioinformatics community. From the creation of essential biological databases to decades of mentorship, his influence can be felt across research groups worldwide.

📢 Proceedings reminder: #ISMB2026 is accepting full papers in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics to be published in a Bioinformatics open-access special issue. Deadline: Jan 20, 2026 📥https://www.iscb.org/ismb2026/call-for-submissions/proceedings

📣 Happening this Friday: an ISCBacademy webinar with Michael Barnett The session will explore how evolvability can evolve, drawing on experimental evolution in bacteria. Members can join the webinar through ISCB Nucleus; non-members can register at https://f.mtr.cool/rodqgwnffv

🚨One week left to nominate a leader, innovator, or mentor for the 2026 ISCB Awards!  Help us spotlight the contributions shaping #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology. 🗓️ Deadline: Monday, Dec 8, 2025 🔗 https://www.iscb.org/iscb-awards

🗓️ One week to go until our next ISCBacademy webinar, presented by the EvolCompGen COSI. 🔬 Michael Barnett will discuss new experimental evidence on the evolution of evolvability in bacterial populations.

🌐 Participate in the 15th ISCB Student Wikipedia Competition! Improve or create Wikipedia articles in #computationalbiology until May 1, 2026. For details and to get started with your entry, visit https://www.iscb.org/iscb-awards/wikipedia-wikidata-competition