ICBP2026 GENOA - ITALY

12th International Conference on Biological Physics

June 28 – July 3 2026

Magazzini del cotone, Genoa, Italy

Dear Friends and Colleagues, 

We proudly invite experts in biological physics worldwide to the International Conference on Biological Physics 2026 (ICBP 2026) in the magnificent Italian city of Genoa from June 28 to July 5, 2026. The Italian Society of Pure and Applied Biophysics (SIBPA) is privileged to organise this meaningful conference under the auspices of the International Union of Pure and Applied Physics (IUPAP). Specifically, the Commission on Biological Physics (C6), established by IUPAP in 1990, aims to promote the exchange of information and views among the members of the international scientific community in the general field of Biological Physics.

Since the inaugural meeting at Szeged, Hungary in 1993, the International Conference on Biological Physics has been held in celebrated places around the world; including Munich (1995), Santa Fe, New Mexico (1998), Kyoto (2001), Gothenburg (2004), Montevideo (2007), San Diego (2011), Beijing (2014), Rio de Janeiro (2017), Madrid (2019) and Seoul (2023). Continuing this rich tradition and success, the 12th conference will be held in Genoa, Italy in 2026.

The 2026 IUPAP Medal for “Physics of Life” will be announced and awarded at the conference.

The ICBP 2026 scientific programme will propose high-quality scientific sessions that provide deeper knowledge and new perspectives on biological physics themes. The program will be a highly rewarding international platform for all participants and contribute to enhancing the scientific level and quality of our field in basic and applied research, including technology transfer.

Specifically, ICBP 2026 is a multidisciplinary conference. Regardless of the field of mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering, biology or information science, we invite researchers to discuss new ideas and opportunities for the immediate future.

Genoa is a magnificent venue for ICBP 2026, located between the hills and the sea, full of ancient culture and historical buildings with modern fascinating developments. Food culture will welcome you harmoniously with excellent and unique specialities. This well-balanced “pot” is a good way to promote serendipity in our scientific and technical discussions.

We are excited to wait for all of you in Genoa for a memorable meeting in the Summer of 2026!

Alberto Diaspro
Organising Committee of ICBP 2026

Key Dates

28 February 2026 | Deadline for abstracts to be considered for oral presentation

31 March 2026 | Notification of selected oral presentations

7 April 2026 | Early fees expire

31 May 2026  | Deadline for poster session abstract submissions – Regular  fees expire

15 June 2026  | Deadline for late poster abstracts (will not be included in the abstract book)

History

1st ISBP 1993
Szeged, Hungary

2nd ISBP 1995
Munich, Germany

3rd ISBP 1998
Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

4th ICBP 2001
Kyoto, Japan

5th ICBP 2004
Gothenburg, Sweden

6th ICBP 2007
Montevideo, Uruguay

7th ICBP 2011
San Diego, USA

8th ICBP 2014
Beijing, China

9th ICBP 2017
Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil

10th ICBP 2019
Madrid, Spain

11th ICBP 2023
Seoul, South Korea

12th ICBP 2026
Genoa, Italy

Organizing

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