Networking opportunities

At the EACR, we know that conferences are about more than just hearing the latest research. Our events are well-known for providing excellent opportunities for networking, interaction and discussion. Here are some of the features you can look forward to at Goodbye Flat Biology:

• Solo Travellers’ Meet-up
• Networking Quiz
• Welcome Reception
• Poster Discussion Sessions
• Panel Discussion: Using the right models for clinical translation
• Exhibition
• Conference dinner

Solo Travellers’ Meet-up

Tuesday 21 September 2027, 14:50-15:20 

We know that many of our participants are solo travellers and it can sometimes be a bit difficult to settle into the conference ‘vibe’ after a long day of travelling. We know exactly how that feels after our own travelling experiences so if you fancy meeting up with like-minded people, please meet up by the EACR Conference Banner after grabbing a coffee and a snack. This is not a structured event, just an informal opportunity for you to meet other participants who have travelled solo for a chat.  

Networking Quiz 

Tuesday 21 September 2027, 17:00-17:30 

Conference participants will be invited to get to know conference speakers and organisers plus other conference attendees in a relaxed atmosphere. Our fun, informal quiz offers conference participants the chance to make new connections on the first evening of the meeting. 

Welcome Reception 

Tuesday 21 September 2027, 17:30-18:15 

A light buffet will be served for all participants and exhibitors to enjoy on Tuesday evening. Why not take the opportunity to make new connections in an informal setting! The trade exhibition will be open at this time, and Poster Discussion Session 1 will follow at 18:15. 

Poster Discussion Sessions

Tuesday 21 September 2027 18:15–19:45
Wednesday 22 September 2027 13:30–15:00

There are two dedicated 90-minute Poster Discussion Sessions in the programme. At these times, the presenters for that session should stand by their posters to discuss their work with other participants and invited speakers. As well as the dedicated sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday, there will also be additional poster viewing opportunities each morning from 08.15 where posters can be freely browsed.  

Panel Discussion: Using the right models for clinical translation

Wednesday 22 September 2027 17:30-18:30 

Chaired by Scientific Programme Committee member Johanna Ivaska, a panel of our fantastic speakers, Laura Rosenberg, Shannon Turley, & Louis Vermeulen will consider what our models need to do to be useful for clinical translation pipelines. This is at the heart of the meeting - how to move away from flat biology and will allow the conference to come together, rather than only presenting our data, to ask what we should or could be moving towards and how to make sure these represent the patients that need therapies. With plenty of interactivity and opportunities to ask questions, this will be a fantastic opportunity to engage with scientists at the very forefront of their field.  

Exhibition 

13:00 Tuesday 21 September 2027 | 10:45 Thursday 23 September 2027 

Alongside fantastic scientific content, this conference will feature a small industry exhibition held within the poster area. The exhibition is an opportunity for researchers and companies working in fields relevant to the conference topic to connect and network. Visit the stands during the programme breaks and meet friendly product experts to find out how they can help with your current or upcoming projects. Discover which companies will be attending and plan your visits here.

Conference dinner

Wednesday 22 September 2027, 19:30 (Optional ticketed event) – ticket price to be confirmed.

Restaurant Tablo
Restaurant Tablo GmbH
Huyssenallee 5
45128 Essen
Tel: 0201 8 11 95 85
https://tablo-restaurant.de/

Menu
Course 1: Meze (served on platters)
Yogurt, peppermint and dill tips (V)
Hummus – chickpea puree with crushed sesame seeds (V)
Spicy tomato salad, chili, onions, parsley, garlic (Vgn)
Grape leaves, rice, currants, pine nuts, dill (Vgn)
Puff pastry rolls filled with white cheese and parsley (V)
Vegetable and cheese fritters (V)

Course 2: Main Course (choose from):
Lamb and beef kofte prepared in the traditional Inegol style, with paprika cream, rice and vegetables
Royal sea bream fillet, served on a bed of spinach with rosemary potatoes
Diced chicken breast fillet with a mushroom-curry-cream sauce, rice pilaf
Morels in a batter coating on a puree of celery, carrots and mushrooms with spicy olive oil (V)

Course 3: Dessert
Milk dessert caramelized with cinnamon
Puff pastry filled with pistachios in sugar syrup (V)
Seasonal fruit

Menu includes non-alcoholic soft drinks and hot beverages – two glasses of house wine (white, red or rose) or beer.

Beverages after 11:30pm and any orders not included in the package will incur an additional charge.  These charges must be paid directly by delegates and are not the responsibility of the conference organisers.
 

Quote from a previous edition of Goodbye Flat Biology:

“The most valuable outcome of attending the conference was the opportunity to meet outstanding scientists and to acquire knowledge that was completely new to me, which has sparked many ideas potentially applicable to my own field of research.

Equally important was the chance to network not only with internationally renowned scientists, but also with fellow young researchers, fostering inspiring discussions and potential collaborations. I believe these experiences will be highly valuable as I pursue my studies and future career with a PhD in basic research.”

Photos from Cancer Genomics, Multiomics and Computational Biology 2026, our most recent conference in Essen, Germany