Joint Sessions
IUMS is built on the fundamental belief that the greatest scientific breakthroughs happen at the intersection of disciplines. To reflect this core mission, the Joint Sessions will be a dedicated forum designed to transcend traditional boundaries between bacteriology, virology, and mycology and eukaryotic microbiology.
Bringing together topics that impact the entire microbial spectrum, these sessions unite professionals under one roof to tackle global, interconnected challenges. Whether addressing climate change, food security, big data, or cross-species health, this track embodies the true spirit of IUMS: one global microbiology community collaborating for planetary impact.
Key Main Learning Outcomes
By participating in these sessions, you will:
Joint Sessions - Day 1
One Health
π Wed, 04.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
Explore the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health through research on emerging viral spillover and surveillance
Joint Sessions - Day 2
Microbial Evolution and Diversity
π Thu, 05.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
An examination on molecular and computational tools used to uncover the mechanisms behind rapid microbial adaptation and evolution
Food Microbiology and Safety
π Thu, 05.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
This session addresses food safety, sustainable agriculture, waste valorization, and strategies to eliminate pathogens and toxins from feed
Plant Pathogens and Human Well-Being
π Thu, 05.11.2026 | π 14:30 - 16:00
Delve into viral pathogenesis and immune responses by evaluating experimental infections within animal models
Joint Sessions - Day 3
Functional and Comparative Genomics
π Fri, 06.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
Here you can explore cutting-edge experimental methods and bioinformatic pipelines used to compare species genomes
Bioeconomy and Microbial Biotechnology
π Fri, 06.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
Explore the advancements in microbial systems for environmental solutions, resource decontamination, and industrial production
Big Data
π Fri, 06.11.2026 | π¦ 11:30 - 13:00
This session showcases how systems biology frameworks and artificial intelligence tools integrate complex βomicsβ datasets to accelerate discovery
Aquatic Microbiology
π Fri, 06.11.2026 | π 14:30 - 16:00
This session centers on how marine and freshwater microorganisms adapt to environmental change and drive biogeochemical processes
Microorganisms and Climate Change
π Fri, 06.11.2026 | π 14:30 - 16:00
Discover how climate shifts alter microbial distribution and showcases applications for ecosystem restoration and bioremediation