Computational biology is everywhere. As biology has developed into a vast field over the last century, available data size increased both in terms of the analyzed samples and assessed biological characteristics. Translating these data into knowledge requires computational approaches. Whereas the spectrum of their applications is vast, ranging from species evolution to protein structures, from bacterial communities to human diseases, the underlying methods analyzing diverse data sets often share fundamental approaches, such as mathematical modeling, statistics, and AI. This symposium aims at bringing together computational biologists from different fields to showcase the transversal nature of their work with a strong emphasis on the applied methods. This shift of focus will bridge seemingly distant fields and provide a fertile ground for synergistic collaborations and unprecedented innovation.
Hosted by the Department of Computational Biology of the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, this meeting will welcome you in a friendly and relaxed environment on the shores of Lake Geneva, with plenty of opportunities for discussing your work and exchange ideas with new friends and colleagues. Join us in Lausanne!
Andrea Ganna
FIMM, University of Helsinki
MGH, Harvard Medical School
Anne-Florence
Bitbol
SV, EPFL
Helene Morlon
Ecole Normale Supérieure
Mo Lotfollahi
Wellcome Sanger Institute
Marianna Rapsomaniki
BDSC, CHUV
Michael P. Brenner
Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Sonja
Lehtinen
DBC, University of Lausanne
Roser Vento-Tormo
Wellcome Sanger Institute
Blagoje Soskic
Human Technopole
Joana Pereira
VIB, KU Leuven
8:00 - 9:15 |
Open Registrations and Welcome Coffee
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9:15 - 9:30 |
Opening Remarks
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9:30 - 10:15 |
Keynote 1
Andrea Ganna
University of Helsinki, MGH - Harvard Medical School
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10:15 - 10:45 |
Coffee Break
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10:45 - 11:15 |
Invited Speaker
Anne-Florence Bitbol
EPFL
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11:15 - 11:30 |
Short Talk
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11:30 - 11:45 |
Short Talk
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11:45 - 12:15 |
Invited Speaker
Helene Morlon
Ecole Normale Superiore, Paris
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12:15 - 14:00 |
Lunch Break on Site & Poster Session
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14:00 - 14:30 |
Invited Speaker
Mo Lotfollahi
Wellcome Sanger Institute, Cambridge, UK
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14:30 - 14:45 |
Short Talk
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14:45 - 15:00 |
Short Talk
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15:00 - 15:15 |
Short Talk
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15:15 - 15:45 |
Coffee Break
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15:45 - 16:15 |
Invited Speaker
Marianna Rapsomaniki
CHUV
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16:15 - 16:30 |
Short Talk
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16:30 - 16:45 |
Short Talk
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16:45 - 17:00 |
Short Talk
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17:00 - 19:00 |
Poster Session and Apero
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9:30 - 10:00 |
Keynote 2 - Alma Dal Co Memorial Lecture
Michael P. Brenner
Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
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10:00 - 10:15 |
Short Talk
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10:15 - 10:30 |
Short Talk
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10:30 - 10:45 |
Short Talk
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10:45 - 11:15 |
Coffee Break
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11:15 - 11:45 |
Invited Speaker
Sonja Lehtinen
DBC
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11:45 - 12:00 |
Short Talk
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12:00 - 12:15 |
Short Talk
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12:15 - 12:30 |
Short Talk
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12:30 - 14:00 |
Lunch Break on Site & Poster Session
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14:00 - 14:30 |
Invited Speaker
Roser Vento-Tormo
Wellcome Sanger Institute, Cambridge, UK
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14:30 - 14:45 |
Short Talk
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14:45 - 15:00 |
Short Talk
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15:00 - 15:15 |
Short Talk
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15:15 - 15:45 |
Coffee Break
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15:45 - 16:15 |
Invited Speaker
Joana Pereira
VIB, KU Leuven
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16:15 - 16:30 |
Short Talk
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16:30 - 16:45 |
Short Talk
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16:45 - 17:30 |
Invited Speaker
Blagoje Soskic
Human Technopole, IT
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17:30 - 18:00 |
Concluding Remarks and Poster Prize
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18:00 - 19:00 |
Apero
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Department of Computational Biology,
University of Lausanne
Génopode,
CH-1015 Lausanne,
Switzerland
The nearest international airport is Geneva Airport, located 60 km from Lausanne. Geneva Airport is serviced by numerous airline companies providing connections with European cities like Paris, London, and Frankfurt, as well as a few non-European destinations To get from Geneva Airport to Lausanne, attendees can use the train from Geneva Airport to Lausanne train station (~45 minutes) Alternatively, Lausanne can be reached by car from Geneva Airport in approximately 45 minutes
Lausanne is well connected by train to all major cities in Switzerland. The main train station is located in the city center and offers frequent connections to cities like Zurich, Bern, and Geneva. Please see Swiss Railways website to access train schedules.
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is conveniently located about 5 kilometers west of Lausanne city center. You can easily reach the UNIL campus using public transportation:
These options make commuting to and from the campus straightforward and efficient.
A large number of hotels located right in the city centre, not far from the symposium venue, close to Lake Geneva:
Access to UNIL: 10 minutes by metro M1 from Lausanne-Flon (5-minute walk from the hotel) to UNIL-Sorge station.
Address: Rue du Petit-Chêne 34, 1003 Lausanne.
Access to UNIL: 5-minute walk to Grancy metro station (line M2), then transfer to metro M1 at Lausanne-Flon to UNIL-Sorge station (about 25 minutes total).
Address: Avenue du Rond-Point 9, 1006 Lausanne.
Access to UNIL: 10 minutes by metro M1 from Lausanne-Flon (5-minute walk from the hotel) to UNIL-Sorge station (about 20 minutes total).
Address: Rue Grand-Saint-Jean 19, 1003 Lausanne.
Access to UNIL: 10 minutes by metro M1 from Lausanne-Flon (10-minute walk from the hotel) to UNIL-Sorge station (about 25 minutes total).
Address: Av. Sainte-Luce 1, 1003 Lausanne.
Access to UNIL: 5-minute walk to Bois-de-Vaux bus station (line 1) to Champagne station or (line 25), then transfer to metro M1 to UNIL-Sorge station (about 15 – 25 minutes total).
Address: Chem. du Bois-de-Vaux 36, 1007 Lausanne.
Access to UNIL: 9-minute walk to Lausanne-Flon metro station (line M1), then transfer to metro M1 at Lausanne-Flon to UNIL-Sorge station (about 25 minutes total).
Address: Rue Pré-du-Marché 42, 1004 Lausanne.
The University of Lausanne (UNIL) is nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland. The campus is a vibrant hub of academic and social activity, surrounded by lush greenery and stunning views of the lake and mountains. With modern facilities, including libraries, sports centers, and cafes, students have everything they need within walking distance. The nearby city of Lausanne offers a rich cultural experience with museums, theaters, and a lively nightlife. Whether you're attending a lecture or enjoying a leisurely stroll by the lake, the UNIL campus provides an inspiring and welcoming environment for all.
Zoltán Kutalik
Giovanni Ciriello
Michelle N'Cho
Mariona Lopez-Gil