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Annual Biology Conference

09 June 2026

Each year the School of Biological Sciences hosts a one day conference for their postgraduate research students, each giving a 10 minute presentation. The whole school comes together to celebrate our postgraduate students.

HOW TO APPLY
About ABC
A one day showcase of our up-and-coming research talent

22nd October 2026

Organised by the School of Biological Sciences, to provide an opportunity for our postgraduate research students to present their findings to colleagues, peers and to the wider scientific community.

Over seventy biology PhD, MSc and BSc(Hons) students, each will present their research in 10 minutes, followed by 3 minutes for questions in a conference style setting. 

A wide range of biological topics are covered, from ecology to biochemistry, bioinformatics to microbiology and beyond.

Catered breaks will allow time to connect with our current postgraduate students and staff.

Join us in celebrating the people behind the high quality research produced by the School of Biological Sciences.

Our generous sponsors (TBC)

Timeline 2026

  • Apply for student positions - open now
  • Registration - by 14th August
  • Abstract submission - by 27th September
  • Abstract book publication - 9th October
  • Rooms available for presentation practise - 21st October
  • ABC day - 22 October 9:00am

 

Become a sponsor

We welcome sponsors to help make the day a success. Potential sponsors for 2026 can make contact through our sponsorship form.

 

Resources for presenters

 

Future events

The 2027 ABC will be held on 28 October 2027.

 

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