FEMS 2009

Advancing Microbial Knowledge


The 3rd Congress of European Microbiologists offers professionals the latest information on microbiology, an in-depth understanding of the interdependence between key fields, and a chance to discuss solutions to future challenges.

FEMS 2009, "Microbes and Man - interdependence and future challenges,” features presentations by top scientists, joint symposia, satellite symposium, and a focus on young scientists.

This microbiology congress, organized by The Federation of European Microbiological Societies (FEMS), will take place in Gothenberg, Sweden, June 28-July 2, 2009.

We welcome professionals in the field to register, submit their abstracts, and help advance the world of microbes!

Key areas to be addressed:

 
  • Biodiversity
  • Bioremediation
  • Biofilms in Ecology and Medicine
  • Clinical Microbiology and Pathogenesis
  • Eukaryotic Microbes
  • Food Microbiology
  • Marine Microbiology
  • Microbial Stress Responses
  • Microbes in Alternative Energy Generation
  • Molecular Microbiology and Genomics
  • Virology
 

FEMS CONGRESS HIGHLIGHTS

 
  • Plenary lectures by leading experts in their fields
  • Joint symposia with other international microbiological organizations: ASM, ESCMID, ISME, IUMS
  • Awards:
    (a) Lwoff Medal
    (b) Jensen Award
    (c) Congress awards for young scientists
  • Inauguration of European Academy of Microbiology
  • Career fair for young scientists
  • Nordic Midsummer’s Night Party
 

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Important Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline:
February 2, 2009

Early Registration Deadline:
March 25, 2009





Congress Secretariat


1-3, Rue de Chantepoulet
P.O. Box 1726 CH-1211
Geneva 1 Switzerland
Tel: +41 22 908 0488
Fax: +41 22 732 2850
E-mail: fems@kenes.com