Intelligent Microscopy for Biological Discovery
This conference will bring together leading researchers at the intersection of microscopy, artificial intelligence, hardware development, and automation. Building on the 2024 EPFL Latsis Symposium on Smart Microscopy and its goal of reimagining the microscope of the future, topics will span hardware integration and feedback loops, image analysis, agentic microscopy, AI co-scientists, uncertainty estimation, and more. Presentations and discussions will explore how intelligent, closed-loop imaging systems can move microscopy from passive observation toward active, autonomous scientific discovery.
Janelia will cover lodging and meals for all participants, and travel support is available to those in need (please indicate need in that portion of the application). Participants are expected to stay for the duration of the meeting.
The meeting will begin at 6pm ET on the first day and end by 1pm ET on the last.
Application deadline: Feb 1, 2027 (11:59pm ET).
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Please note: Because Janelia conferences are intentionally small and selective, we may not be able to accommodate all applicants. We strive for a broad representation across labs and therefore may limit participation to one person per group. Preference is given to applicants who are active researchers in the field and intend to present their work as a poster or selected talk.
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