2nd Nencki Conference
for Life Sciences 2026

The 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology

One of the central tasks of chromatin biology is to decipher the mechanistic link between genome sequence and phenotype. DNA accessibility, long-range contacts, and the local chemical environment of regulatory elements determines when and where transcription occurs, how cellular states are maintained, and how cells respond to perturbation. These features of genome biology are inherently integrative: gene expression depends on metabolic state of the cells and signaling input it receives. Likewise, the intrinsic properties of chromatin-associated factors, proteins, DNA, RNA, and small molecules, set reaction rates, binding equilibria, and nuclear functions.

The 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology is designed to capture the most recent progress across the major conceptual and technical frontiers of the field. The program is organized around four complementary angles:

• Chromatin & Metabolism,
• Chromatin Structure & Transcriptional Regulation,
• Computational Approaches in Genome Biology, and
• Structure & Function of Nuclear Bodies.

Together, these sessions connect biochemistry and chemical biology (metabolite-sensitive chromatin regulation), biophysics (genome folding, condensates, and nuclear compartmentalization), and (epi)genomics (high-throughput, quantitative readouts of chromatin and transcription, machine learning in genome biology).

A particular emphasis is placed on mechanisms that translate molecular and physical constraints into transcriptional outcomes: how metabolic cues remodel chromatin to tune gene expression; how DNA sequence and three-dimensional genome architecture define regulatory wiring; and how the intrinsic, biophysical properties of proteins and nucleic acids shape transcription.

By bringing these perspectives into one program, the conference aims to sharpen current models of gene regulation and highlight emerging directions for a predictive, quantitative understanding of genome function.

The 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology will spotlight breakthrough advances in chromatin research across four cutting‑edge thematic areas. A special Satellite Event will highlight the newly launched Translational Research Centre at the Nencki Institute, developed within Bio‑Imaging Poland, showcasing new opportunities for innovation in diagnostics and translational science.

Nencki Conference for Life Science Series

The Nencki Institute is a flagship research institution of the Polish Academy of Sciences. Conferences and workshops Organized by Nencki Institute focus on scientific excellence and propagate international networking, equality, and diversity.

Main informations

Venue: Conference Hall at Nencki Institute of Experimental Biology of the Polish Academy of Sciences (3 Pasteur Street, 02-093 Warsaw, Poland).

Main Sponsors

The 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology is supported by EMERALD (European Molecular Biology Laboratory and Nencki Research Alliance for Life Discoveries). EMERALD is supported by the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Poland grant no. MNiSW/2024/DWM/272.

The 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology is supported within the framework of the project “Biological and Biomedical Imaging Infrastructure – Bio-Imaging Poland” (Grant No. KPOD.01.18-IW.03-0017/23).

Conference Fees

The conference fee depends on the type and date of registration.

Early Bird registration (until 31st March 2026, 23:59 CET):

• Young Scientist (Master or PhD students, technicians): 300 PLN (~75 EUR)
• Academic: 600 PLN (~150 EUR)

Regular registration (1st April–15th May 2026):

• Young Scientist (Master or PhD students, technicians): 400 PLN (~90 EUR)
• Academic: 700 PLN (~165 EUR)

Approximate EUR amounts are provided for reference only. The Dynamic Currency Conversion (DCC) mechanism allows international cardholders to pay for the conference in their home currency (e.g., EUR, USD, GBP). The transaction amount is settled in the equivalent value in PLN.

Registration Closed

Registration for the 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 is now closed. Thank you for your submissions and interest in this year’s meeting. All submitted materials are currently under review, and the organizers are finalizing details.
We look forward to welcoming participants to 2nd Nencki Conference for Life Sciences 2026 – Focus on Chromatin Biology, taking place 17-19 June 2026 in Warsaw, Poland.