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As the VIB conferences continue to be at the forefront of scientific exchange and technological innovation, according to our attendees, several sponsors shared their thoughts and experiences from previous meetings. They highlight the significance of these gatherings and the impact they’ve had on their respective companies.

Participating in a scientific conference can significantly enhance your scientific career in several ways. To shed light on the additional value it brings, we reached out to a selection of our 2023 speakers and attendees. Their insights are shared below, and to delve deeper, we’ve included a video interview featuring several participants at the conclusion of this article.

Don’t miss the upcoming abstract deadline of 9 January 2024 for ABLS24. Make sure to submit your abstract here and present your research on stage or in a poster.

On 13-14 June 2024, the VIB Tools & Technologies conference Spatial Omics will take place in the historic university city of Ghent. Spatial omics technologies are an emerging discipline in scientific research that has been steadily gaining importance over the past few years.

Gathering 200 scientific minds, the Periphery-Brain Interplay and CNS Disease conference illuminated the intricate connections between the peripheral systems and the brain. This event, hosted at the forefront of scientific research, provided a comprehensive overview of the latest advancements, challenges, and promising avenues in understanding central nervous system (CNS) diseases through the lens of the interplay between the peripheral and central mechanisms.

The world of cancer research is constantly evolving, and breakthroughs in Immuno-Oncology are transforming the landscape of cancer treatment. With great excitement, we announce the upcoming second edition of the “Recent Insights into Immuno-Oncology” conference. Join us in Antwerp, Belgium, on May 30-31, 2024, as we delve deeper into the latest advancements, innovations, and discoveries in the field of Immuno-Oncology.

Close to 600 scientists descended on Ghent for EMDS2023@VIB last week during three days of cutting-edge science in the fields of macrophages and dendritic cells. Kenneth Murphy, Meriam Merad, Ido Amit, and Christopher Glass were just a few of the leading scientists who presented their unpublished data.

Today, we have the pleasure of getting to know two exceptional researchers: Renzo Mancuso is a group leader at the VIB-UAntwerp Center for Molecular Neurology, and Kiavash, or Kia, Movahedi is Professor of Neuroimmunology at the VUB. Both are actively involved in organizing the upcoming Periphery-brain Interplay and CNS Disease Conference this November and have had a fascinating journey in this field. Without further ado, let’s jump right in!

The second edition of the Tumor Heterogeneity, Plasticity, and Therapy conference, held on October 3rd and 4th in the charming city of Leuven, Belgium, proved to be a resounding success. With 350 participants hailing from 23 different countries, this two-day event provided an enriching platform for scientists, researchers, and clinicians to delve into the complex world of cancer, its heterogeneity, plasticity, and evolving therapeutic approaches. The conference was brimming with scientific talks, networking opportunities, and an impressive array of over 150 poster presentations.

We're very glad to announce that the second edition of Tumor Heterogeneity, Plasticity and Therapy (2nd edition) is completely sold out. With 350 attendees this edition is promised to be an inspiring and thought-provoking event.