Share your discoveries, exchange real‑world experiences, and collaborate to address humanity’s biggest challenges at the FEMS MICRO 2027: Congress & Exhibition taking place from 5–8 July 2027 in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

FEMS MICRO 2027 will bring together microbiologists, innovators, and policy-makers from across Europe and beyond. Under the theme Growing microbial futures, the Congress & Exhibition looks ahead to what comes next in microbiology, from turning ideas into impact to building partnerships, supporting careers, and creating opportunities that strengthen both the field, the people, and the organisations driving it forward.

Lead a discussion: Submit an Abstract by 15 December 2026

Session Proposals for FEMS MICRO Ljubljana 2027 closed on 30 Sep. These proposals invited the microbiology community to contribute to the scientific programme from the start. On 2 September, abstract submissions opened for poster displays, flash talks, and session talks. Find out more information on the FEMS MICRO 2027 website. 

Introducing our speakers

The scientific programme for Ljubljana is beginning to come together, with four keynote speakers confirmed. Professor Marion Koopmans will open FEMS MICRO 2027, drawing on her work in virology, emerging infectious diseases, and pandemic preparedness. She will be joined by Professor César de la Fuente, whose research combines artificial intelligence and experimental technologies across microbiology, computation, engineering, and chemistry, and Professor Liane G. Benning, whose work explores the interfacial reactions that drive and regulate biogeochemical processes. Professor John Cryan will deliver the closing keynote, drawing on his research into the microbiome-gut-brain axis and its influence on stress, mental health, immune function, and brain development.

FEMS MICRO Ljubljana 2027 will also feature a distinguished line-up of internationally recognised speakers from leading institutions across Europe and beyond. Selected by the FEMS Journals, we are delighted to welcome these microbiologists to Ljubljana and look forward to hearing their insights, discoveries and perspectives. View the speaker list here.

Important dates and deadlines

• 8 July – 30 September 2026 – call for session proposals now closed
• 2 September – 15 December 2026 – open call for abstract & grant submissions
• March 2027 – early bird registration
• April 2027 – regular registration
• June 2027 – late registration

Join us in Ljubljana, Slovenia, from 5-8 July 2027 and help grow microbial futures.