5th NFDI4Microbiota Annual Conference – Boosting Biodata Bootcamp 2026

Dear Researchers, RDM professionals, and interested parties,

NFDI4Microbiota cordially invites you to the 5th NFDI4Microbiota Annual Conference, “Boosting Biodata Bootcamp” (B3 Conference), jointly hosted with the NFDI Biodata Interest Group consortia: FAIRagro, DataPLANT, NFDI4Biodiversity, and NFDI4BIOIMAGE.

Conference at a glance:

• When: September 15–17, 2026

• Where: RWTH Aachen University

• Abstract submission deadline: June 1, 2026

• Registration: May 15 – August 15, 2026

🔗 Info, program & registration: https://events.hifis.net/event/3702/registrations/3683/

The aim of this joint event is to provide hands-on training in research data management and data analysis, while offering inspiring insights into how these skills contribute to high-quality scientific research.

We invite life scientists—from lab-based to field researchers—as well as bioinformaticians, software developers, and data stewards to share FAIR tools and datasets, and to connect and exchange with experts across disciplines.

What to expect:

• Power keynotes on bioinformatics, data management, and reproducible research

• Hands-on training sessions with tools, workflows, and real datasets

• Lightning talks on cutting-edge methods and use cases

• Interactive poster sessions and networking opportunities

You are warmly encouraged to contribute to the program by submitting an abstract for a poster or short talk. Share your experience with real-world RDM challenges and receive feedback from peers and experts.

Authors may also opt to be considered for the FAIR Data Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to making research data findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable.

More information is available on the event page. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at contact@nfdi4microbiota.de.