18.-19. of June the Norwegian Plant Biology Conference 2026 is in Bodø.
Photosyntech members can spend their Photosyntech activity grants to cover travel and stay.
NPBC 2026 brings together researchers in plants, macroalgae, and microalgae to explore mechanisms, applications, and solutions spanning molecules to ecosystems. See themes and key dates below picture and please visit the conference website.
Do not book your flights yet as there will be added more side-events to the surrounding days (like workshops and possibly a Photosyntech student industry visit mini-tour).

Themes / Sessions
- Plant & Algal Immunity, Stress Responses, and Environmental Adaptation
- Signaling, Perception, and Interactions in Plants, Macroalgae, and Microalgae
- Biotechnological Innovations and Emerging Tools
- Restoration, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Ecosystem Management
Key dates
- Abstract submission opens: Oct 1, 2025
- Abstract submission deadline: Dec 18, 2025
- Registration opens: Dec 1, 2025
- Notification of acceptance: Jan 30, 2026
- Early‑bird registration closes: Mar 09, 2026
- Regular registration closes: May 13, 2026
- Final registration deadline (limited): Jun 5, 2026
- Conference dates: Jun 18-19, 2026 with optional workshops Jun 17
Venue
Scandic Havet, Bodø. Closest airport: Bodø (BOO).