CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: #VEME2026
Are you a scientist working in virus evolution, bioinformatics, genomic surveillance, or related computational fields? Applications are now open for the Virus Evolution & Molecular Epidemiology (VEME) 2026 workshop — a leading training programme at the forefront of bioinformatics and evolutionary analysis.
Location: Bertha Retreat, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Dates: 6–11 September 2026
Apply Here: https://veme.climade.health/
What is VEME & Why Apply?
Computer-based approaches are central to modern clinical and biological research. VEME 2026 provides essential, in-depth training for scientists working across these cross-cutting fields. The workshop brings together leading researchers from around the world to deliver both practical and theoretical foundations in bioinformatics. Participants will gain the skills needed to analyse complex genomic datasets, address key bioinformatics questions, and contribute meaningful insight to research communities and public health systems.
Programme Modules
The 2026 programme consists of two specialised modules designed to provide a comprehensive overview of current methods used to analyse the vast data generated by modern DNA sequencing technologies:
• Phylogeny Inference
• Evolutionary Hypothesis Testing
Who Should Apply?
Researchers, epidemiologists, bioinformaticians, virologists, and public health professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in molecular epidemiology, evolutionary analysis, and computational genomics.