Driving Discovery With Big Data: Advancing Genomics and Bioinformatics in the Microbial Sciences
The 91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ Bioinformatics, Genomics and Big Data Conference (91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ BIG)—formerly 91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ NGS—brings together scientists, bioinformaticians and data experts to explore how genomics, bioinformatics and large-scale data analysis are transforming the microbial sciences.
The program will feature cutting-edge research and discussion across key areas including Epidemiology, from Global to Local Surveillance; Multiomics in the Clinic; Data Sharing, Visualization, & AI; Microbial Ecology, Systems Biology, & the Microbiome; and Methods, Tools, & Algorithms.
Join a global community of researchers to share discoveries, exchange ideas and advance data-driven approaches shaping the future of microbiology in Washington, D.C. from Oct. 11-14, 2026.
The program will feature cutting-edge research and discussion across key areas including Epidemiology, from Global to Local Surveillance; Multiomics in the Clinic; Data Sharing, Visualization, & AI; Microbial Ecology, Systems Biology, & the Microbiome; and Methods, Tools, & Algorithms.
Join a global community of researchers to share discoveries, exchange ideas and advance data-driven approaches shaping the future of microbiology in Washington, D.C. from Oct. 11-14, 2026.
Plan Your Experience in Washington D.C.
Are you ready to embark on a microbial science adventure like never before? The 91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ Bioinformatics, Genomics and Big Data Conference (91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ BIG) is being held in Washington D.C.!
Join us on Oct. 11-14, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20001.
Add These Important Dates To Your Calendar
April 1 | Registration Opens
April 1 | Early & General Abstract Submission Opens
April 15 | Early Abstract Submission Closes
April 30 | Early Abstract Dispositions Sent
June 17 | General Abstract Submission & Travel Award Requests Close
July 1 | General Abstract Dispositions & Travel Award Notifications Sent
August 12 | Advance Registration Deadline & Posters Withdrawn by 91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ Due to Non-Registration
Oct. 11-14, 2026 | Conference Dates
April 1 | Early & General Abstract Submission Opens
April 15 | Early Abstract Submission Closes
April 30 | Early Abstract Dispositions Sent
June 17 | General Abstract Submission & Travel Award Requests Close
July 1 | General Abstract Dispositions & Travel Award Notifications Sent
August 12 | Advance Registration Deadline & Posters Withdrawn by 91Â鶹ÌìÃÀ Due to Non-Registration
Oct. 11-14, 2026 | Conference Dates