Plant Biology Congress Freiburg 2012 - jointly organised by FESPB and EPSO, 29 July-3 August, 2012, Germany

Welcome! 

Plant Scientists in Europe are represented by two independent organisations. FESPB (Federation of European Societies of Plant Biologists) is the umbrella organisation of 27 national botanical societies in Europe, representing more than 24,000 individuals and has in addition several corporate members from the European industry. EPSO (European Plant Science Organisation) unites more than 220 research institutions and universities from 30 countries representing over 28,000 individuals and over 3,000 personal members. In addition EPSO cooperates with national learned societies, and it has NGOs and companies as observers.

For the first time, both organisations have agreed to hold a joint Plant Biology Congress in 2012 at the University of Freiburg, Germany. This congress will highlight all aspects of plant biology with special emphasis on the consequences of global climate change and on feeding the global world population. From July 29 to August 3, 2012 plant scientist from all over the world are cordially invited to meet in the “Green City” of Freiburg.

Programme

Flyer - including programme, information on registration (and fees), conference organisers and accommodation as of 7.12.2011

For programme updates, online registration and accommodation booking, please consult the dedicated conference website

Important dates

25 January 2012 - deadline to apply for FESPB travel grant

31 January 2012 - deadline to apply for EPSO support grant

30 April 2012 – Early registration deadline

Late registration deadline - see dedicated conference website

Support Grants:

EPSO support grant information

FESPB travel grant information