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Welcome!

This year we are proud to host the Microbial Glycobiology Conference in Amsterdam.

This meeting brings together leading researchers, innovators, and early-career scientists to share ideas and foster lasting collaborations. This year’s program highlights the diverse roles of glycans in host–microbe interactions, microbial survival, and pathogenesis.

Throughout the conference, you will hear about the latest research (many presented here for the first time) spanning topics from bacterial cell envelope biosynthesis and cell signalling to applied glycobiology. Above all, we aim to create an open, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages discussion, inspiration, and new connections.

I look forward to welcome you in Amsterdam.

Marthe Walvoort
Chair of the Microbial Glycobiology Conference 2026

Practical information

Microbial Glycobiology Conference
October 4-7, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Venue: Four Elements Hotel

Participation fees

MSc, PhD, Postdoc €600,-
PI (non invited speaker) €850
Member KNCV/NVBMB €550,-
Industry participant €1200,-

Prices include VAT

Registration closes on the 30th of September 2026.

All prices include all lunches, dinners, coffee, tea and drinks during the days.

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The Venue

The Four Elements Hotel

Conference participants are kindly requested to arrange their own accommodation at the Four Elements Hotel.

Reservations can be made directly by sending an email to:
reservations@fourelementshotel.com,
stating “Microbial Glycobiology Congress” in the subject line.

By booking in this way, participants can benefit from the special conference rates:

- EUR 157 per night for a single room and
- EUR 180 per night for a double room.

These rates are subject to availability.

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