Event Schedule
22 September: 8th AMICI Symposium
23 September: Austrian Bioinformatics Workshop 2025
23 September (Evening): Gala Dinner at a local Heuriger
24 September: Workshop on Core Facilities and Research Data Management (RDM)
AMICI Symposium
The 8th AMICI Symposium on 22 September 2025 will highlight the latest developments in the field of microbiome research in Austria and beyond. Join us for a day filled with exciting discussions and presentations covering topics from environmental microbiomes, agrifood systems to translational microbiome research in medicine. With plenty of time designated for casual discussions and breaks, the symposium also provides an excellent platform to network with professionals and experts in a relaxed setting, sparking new ideas and collaborations.
Sessions:
• Microbial ecology and planetary health
• The microbiome in agrifood systems
• Translational microbiome research in medicine
Confirmed Speakers:
Berna de Vries, Vienna University of TechnologyChristian
Diener, Medical University of Graz
Christian Rinke, University of Innsbruck
Felix Spiegel, FFoQSI GmbH / University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna
Katharina Keiblinger, BOKU University
Martin Hartmann, ETH Zürich
Maximilian Baumgartner, CeMM Research Center for Molecular Medicine
Sarah Lebeer, University of Antwerp
Austrian Bioinformatics Workshop 2025
Session:
• Bioinformatics Highlights: Presentations on cutting-edge research and breakthroughs in bioinformatics
• New Methods for Omics: Exploration of novel approaches and tools for genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and other *omics fields.
• Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Life Sciences: Insights into how AI and machine learning are transforming life sciences research.
• Computational Infrastructures: Discussions on the development and optimization of computational resources for bioinformatics applications.
Workshop on Core Facilities and Research Data Management
• Data resources and infrastructure to facilitate secondary use of life science data ensuring ethical and legal com- pliance
• Platforms for managing, sharing, and processing research data and images
• Data Discovery Tools
This workshop aims to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration among core facilities, data stewards, and researchers across Austria.
Poster Presentations: Posters are welcome and encouraged.
Networking Opportunities: Coffee breaks and lunch will be provided at the venue, offering time to connect with colleagues and collaborators.
Gala Dinner: In the evening, join us for a Gala Dinner, where you can enjoy traditional cuisine and network in a relaxed setting.
