Wellcome Connecting Science Learning and Training

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Part of Wellcome Sanger Institute and funded by Wellcome, we develop and deliver genomics-focused learning and training. Our events support scientific careers, as well as the equitable application of genomics into research and healthcare across the globe.

Target Validation - In the Era of Genomics, Big Data, and AI Conference dates: 21-23 September 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Abstract deadline: 17 July.
Train-the-Trainer: Design Genomics and Bioinformatics online course Starts 29 June, with educator-monitored forums on FutureLearn. Facilitation until 19 July. 12 months access to course materials from enrolment.
Wellcome Connecting Science Target Validation - In the Era of Genomics, Big Data, and AI (hybrid conference) Conference dates: 21-23 September 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 22 June Abstract deadline: 13 July In-person registration deadline: 1 September Virtual registration deadline: 14 September
Train-the-Trainer: Design Genomics and Bioinformatics online course Starts 29 June, with educator-monitored forums on FutureLearn. Facilitation until 19 July. 12 months access to course materials from enrolment.
Hybrid conference 'Organoids and Beyond: From Development to Disease' Conference dates: 1-3 March 2027 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Key deadlines listed as follows: Bursary applications - 16 November Abstract submissions: 30 November Early bird discount rate: 30 November In-person registrations: 1 February Virtual registrations: 22 February
Five bursary winners with conference badges and purple lanyards stand smiling on steps in front of the main entrance to Hinxton Hall Conference Centre. The building has white columns and a black door.
Biology at Scale hybrid conference Conference dates: June 29–July 1, 2026. Virtual registration by June 22. Join us online to hear talks from leaders in cellular biology. Photo shows the inside of an auditorium with a presenter on stage in the background.
Train-the-Trainer: Design Genomics and Bioinformatics online course Starts 29 June, with educator-monitored forums on FutureLearn. Facilitation until 19 July. 12 months access to course materials from enrolment.
Scalable Genomics and Pangenomics course at Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, Course dates:11–16 October 2026. Application deadline: 22 June. Image shows students working at computers in classroom.
Single Cell Biology conference Dates: 10-12 June 2026 Register for a virtual place by 1 June Image shows a person seated at a desktop computer wearing glasses.
AI x BIO conference Join us online for exciting talks and poster sessions: 8-10 June 2026. Register by 1 June to secure a virtual seat. Image shiws a person working at a desktop computer in a classroom setting.
Scalable Genomics and Pangenomics course at Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, Course dates:11–16 October 2026. Application deadline: 22 June. Image shows students working at computers in classroom.
Diverse group of people joining hands in unity beside text promoting Wellcome Connecting Science’s free online course, The Power of Patient Advocacy in Genomics, starting 18 May on FutureLearn. Duration: 5 weeks Weekly study expectation: 3 hours
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Secure your virtual place at Human Immunology - Genes and Environment Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026. Apply by 4 May.
Bacterial Genomic Surveillance course Dates: 22–26 June 2026 Location: Trinity College Dublin Apply by 30 April Image shows two people working at a desktop computer.
Wellcome Connecting Science Single Cell Biology hybrid conference Conference dates: 10-12 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March 2026 Abstract deadline: 30 March 2026 In person registration deadline: 11 May 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 1 June 2026 Image of a conference delegate presenting a scientific poster.
Wellcome Connecting Science Target Validation - In the Era of Genomics, Big Data, and AI (hybrid conference) Conference dates: 21-23 September 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 22 June Abstract deadline: 13 July In-person registration deadline: 1 September Virtual registration deadline: 14 September
Free online course 'The Power of Patient Advocacy in Genomics' starting 18 May, hosted on FutureLearn with live, educator-monitored forums. Image shows a diverse group placing hands together in teamwork.
Scientists in lab coats and gloves conduct bacterial meningitis research. Text promotes a free training course in Bacterial Meningitis Diagnosis and Surveillance in Africa. Dates: 28 September - 2 October 2026 Location: Côte d'Ivoire 15 June application deadline
Scalable Genomics and Pangenomics course at Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, Course dates:11–16 October 2026. Application deadline: 22 June. Image shows students working at computers in classroom.
Wellcome Connecting Science Genomics of Brain Disorders, hybrid conference Dates: 16-18 September 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Bursary and abstract deadline: 7 July In-person registration deadline: 18 August Virtual registration deadline: 8 September
Biology at Scale: From Variants to Cellular Programs and Functions Conference dates: 29 June–1 July 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus UK and online. Abstract deadline: 20 April In-person registration deadline: 1 June Virtual registration deadline: 22 June
Health Effects of Vaccines: From Genomics to Policy Conference dates: 11–13 May 2026 Location: Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Registration deadlines listed below: Poster abstracts: 13 April In person: 13 April Virtual: 4 May
Bacterial Genomic Surveillance course (Hosted by Wellcome Connecting Science) Course dates: 22–26 June 2026 at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Apply by 13 April Image shows two people working at computers.
Virus Genomics, Evolution and Bioinformatics hybrid conference Conference dates: 11-13 November 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Bursary deadline: 17 August Abstract deadline: 14 September In person registration deadline: 12 October Virtual registration deadline: 2 November
Human Immunology: Genes and Environment hybrid conference Conference dates: 13-15 May 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall, UK and online. Poster abstracts due 6 April Register for an in-person place by 13 April Register for a virtual place by 4 May
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Wellcome Connecting Science AI x BIO, hybrid conference Conference dates: 8-10 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Abstract deadline: 13 April In-person registration deadline: 11 May Virtual registration deadline: 1 June
Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference Health Effects of Vaccines: From Genomics to Policy Dates: 11–13 May 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 2 February Abstract deadline: 2 March In person registration deadline: 13 April Virtual deadline: 4 May
Bacterial Genomic Surveillance course (Hosted by Wellcome Connecting Science) Course dates: 22–26 June 2026 at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Apply by 13 April Image shows two people working at computers.
Scalable Genomics and Pangenomics course at Wellcome Genome Campus, UK, Course dates:11–16 October 2026. Application deadline: 22 June. Image shows students working at computers in classroom.
Human Immunology - Genes and Environment hybrid conference Dates: 13-15 May 2026 Abstract deadline: 23 March
Wellcome Connecting Science Single Cell Biology hybrid conference Conference dates: 10-12 June 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Bursary deadline: 16 March 2026 Abstract deadline: 30 March 2026 In person registration deadline: 11 May 2026 Virtual registration deadline: 1 June 2026 Image of a conference delegate presenting a scientific poster.
Wellcome Connecting Science hybrid conference on Antimicrobial Resistance: Genomes, Big Data and Emerging Technologies Conference dates: March 23-25 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online. Virtual registration deadline March 17.
Wellcome Connecting Science Genome Informatics, hybrid conference Conference dates: 2–4 December 2026 Location: Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and online Bursary deadline: 7 September Abstract deadline: 5 October In person registration deadline: 2 November Virtual registration deadline: 24 November
Wellcome Connecting Science Epigenomics of Common Diseases, hybrid conference Conference dates: 4–6 November 2026 Hinxton Hall Conference Centre, UK and online Bursary deadline: 3 August Abstract deadline: 7 September In-person registration deadline: 5 October Virtual registration deadline: 26 October
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