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Abstract submissions: Open 2 Sep 2026

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Europe’s premier
Congress & Exhibition
for microbial research
and collaboration

Share your discoveries, exchange real‑world experiences, and collaborate to address humanity’s biggest challenges at the FEMS MICRO Ljubljana 2027: Congress & Exhibition.

FEMS MICRO 2027 will bring together microbiologists, innovators, and policy-makers from across Europe and beyond. Under the theme Growing microbial futures, the Congress & Exhibition looks ahead to what comes next in microbiology, from turning ideas into impact to building partnerships, supporting careers, and creating opportunities that strengthen both the field, the people, and the organisations driving it forward. 

Join us in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from 5-8 July 2027 and help grow microbial futures.

Discover what awaits you at #FEMSMICRO

  • CONNECT

    with leading scientists and key figures from across Europe and beyond, building valuable relationships and expanding your professional network.

  • DISCOVER

    speaking opportunities, interactive sessions, and our innovative Exhibition, gaining hands-on experience and insights into the latest advancements in microbiology.

  • ENHANCE

    your experience by immersing yourself in the charm of Slovenia’s capital. Ljubljana’s scenic riverside, green spaces, and rich cultural life will elevate your congress days, offering the perfect setting to explore, relax, and be inspired.

  • SHOWCASE

    your research to a global audience, interact with expert journal editors, and elevate your standing within the scientific community.

meet our keynote speakers

(more coming soon)

FEMS MICRO 2025 Highlights

2000+

Total participants

440+

Session Talks

1400+

Posters

95

Total countries

30+

Partners

important dates and deadlines

Open call for session proposals: 8 Jul - 30 Sep 2026 (23:59 CEST)

Open call for abstract & grant submissions: 2 Sep - 15 Dec 2026 (23:59 CET)

Early bird registration: 15 Mar - 14 Apr 2027

Regular registration: 15 Apr- 3 Jun 2027

Late registration: 4 Jun - 8 Jul 2027

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