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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 1h

Good news! The submission deadline for RSG SE-USA's 3rd Computational Biology Symposium has been extended!

If you’d like to present at the symposium, see the updated deadline and contact details on the flyer.

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 2d

The deadline for late-breaking poster submissions to #GIWISCBAsia is only one week away!

Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🌏 Don’t miss your chance to present in Hong Kong this December!

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 6d

Nominate an ISCB Fellow! ✨

The Fellows Program honors outstanding contributions to #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics through research, service, and leadership.

Submit your nomination today: https://www.iscb.org/fellow-nomination

🗓️ Deadline: Dec 15, 2025

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 7d

Explore October's #ISCB Career Compass newsletter, including a featured #postdoc researcher opportunity in #computationaloncology, and an article on navigating workplace dynamics!

🧭Read more here: https://f.mtr.cool/xhlvdgnvuo

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 7d

Don't forget the upcoming deadline for late-breaking poster submissions to #GIWISCBAsia!

Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

🌏 Don’t miss your chance to present in Hong Kong this December.

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 8d

Celebrate excellence in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics by nominating members of the community for #ISCB awards!

Submit your nominations here: https://www.iscb.org/iscb-awards

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 12d

🇬🇧 Introducing ISCB UK! Join us April 21–22, 2026, in Cambridge for the first #ISCBUK conference connecting the #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology community in the UK.

✨ Abstract submissions now open!
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 5, 2026
🔗 https://www.iscb.org/uk2026/call-for-submissions/abstracts

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 14d

@brandeisuniversity.bsky.social is a great place to explore opportunities in #computationalbiology and #bioinformatics!

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 15d

Missed the #GIWISCBAsia abstract deadline? Good news! Late-breaking poster submissions are open!

🌏 Don’t miss your chance to present in Hong Kong this December.

Submit here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 15d

Want to take your career to the next level? ISCB members get 15% off of tuition from Brandeis Online.

Apply by December 16, 2025 to start classes as early as January.

Learn more at www.brandeis.edu/online/admissions

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 15d

Victoria Padomo wanted to upgrade her industry knowledge with a Genomics Master's Certificate from Brandeis Online. But throughout her courses, she realized a passion for data analytics and decided to pursue a full master's degree in bioinformatics.

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 16d

Check it out for submissions and nominations reminders, and updates from 10x Genomics and Brandeis University Online!

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 16d

📰 The latest issue of the ISCB newsletter is now available!

If you didn’t see it in your inbox, you can find it on the Society Announcements page here: https://www.iscb.org/iscb-news-items/5555-september-29-2025-iscb-s-september-2025-newsletter

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 23d

📣 There's one week left to submit your abstracts for consideration for oral or poster presentation at #GIWISCBAsia!

Submit your abstract here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · 27d

Bioinformatics Advances is looking for new Associate Editors!

Bioinformatics Advances @bioinfoadv.bsky.social · 27d

Bioinformatics Advances is looking for new #AssociateEditors to join the editorial board!

Details about the position and instructions on how to apply can be found here: academic.oup.com/bioinformati...

Bioinformatics Advances seeks new Associate Editors

Overview of the Journal Bioinformatics Advances is a fully open access interdisciplinary journal on bioinformatics and computational biology published jo

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 15

🌍 Join us in Hong Kong for GIW ISCB-Asia! Dive into #bioinformatics and #computationalbiology, meet top minds, and explore cutting-edge topics.

📆 Submission deadline: Sept 29, 2025

Submit your work now: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/call-for-submissions/abstracts

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 10

Register to attend #GIWISCBAsia in Hong Kong from Dec 10–13!

Start your registration here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/register

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Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · Sep 9

“We are the third best country in the world at AI… that’s incredible. Start there.”

Live from ISMB/ECCB, Professor Charlotte Deane reflects on the 'AI race' - is it really about competition? And does the UK have a true strategic advantage?
@iscb.bsky.social

#podcast #ai #academicsky #research

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Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · Sep 4

New episode of Agents of Tech!🚨“AI is going to completely change the way we ask questions" We were thrilled to be joined at ISMB/ECCB by Prof. Charlotte Deane to discuss the changing role of AI in science and why humans will always be essential #ai #podcast
@iscb.bsky.social

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 4

🧭 The September Career Compass newsletter is here! Read the latest article and explore the featured post-doc opportunity!

Find the full details on the Society Announcements page: https://f.mtr.cool/tzqrhdzyox

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Sep 3

The Critical Assessment of Genome Interpretation (CAGI) challenges are live! CAGI7 has announced 13 challenges with 12 currently open for submission.

Find full details on the CAGI7 Challenge page: genomeinterpretation.org/cagi7-challe...

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 26

The August ISCB newsletter is here! Catch up on Society news, including new officers and board members, the latest ISCB-endorsed degree-granting program, and an #ISMBECCB2025 recap.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/ceqgqqrctw

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 25

Will you be attending America's 3rd Computational Biology Symposium from December 11 to 13 in St. Petersburg, Florida?

🔗 If you're hoping to attend and looking for accommodation information, click here: https://t.ly/KRk6l

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ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 22

Registration is now open for #GIWISCBAsia!

Start your registration here: https://www.iscb.org/asia2025/register

ISCB News @iscb.bsky.social · Aug 20

Dr. Zou was one of the ISMB/ECCB 2025 keynote speakers and the winner of the 2025 ISCB Overton Prize award. Check out his interview with @agentsoftech.bsky.social to learn more about his virtual labs!

Agents of Tech @agentsoftech.bsky.social · Aug 20

NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨Can AI replace scientists? Stanford Professor James Zou joined our hosts live at ISMB/ECCB to discuss his work on AI scientists, virtual labs, and digital researchers. Watch now! youtu.be/luMSDO8wHa0?... @iscb.bsky.social #academicsky #medsky #research @nature.com

Can AI Become the Scientist? James Zou on Virtual Labs at Stanford

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