Big Impact
Micro Fusion,
microbiology, health & environment in harmony
June 10-13, 2026 | Belgrade, Serbia
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Supported by:
1st South-East Transnational Congress of Microbial Sciences
(SETCoMS 2026 & MIKROMED REGIO 6)
Dear Participants, Esteemed Colleagues, Researchers, Professionals, Innovators and Friends,
On behalf of the scientific and organizing committees of the Congress, we would like to cordially invite you to participate in the:
1st SOUTH-EAST TRANSNATIONAL CONGRESS OF MICROBIAL SCIENCES
(SETCoMS 2026 & MIKROMED REGIO 6)
“MicroFusion, Big Impact – Microbiology, Health & Environment in Harmony”
with one clear goal: to integrate diverse microbial disciplines and generate impactful, real-world solutions.
Belgrade, Serbia serves as the regional hub for this gathering – a place where collaboration, innovative research and shared challenges converge to drive meaningful scientific progress.
Why Attend?
Why
Attend?
Specialized
topics
Dive deeper into your field with carefully curated content.
Community -
Driven Design
Influence sessions tailored to your needs and interests.
Cross-Disciplinary Connections
Collaborate with experts from related domains to spark innovation.
Shared
Keynotes & Networking
Get inspired and connect in integrated areas.
Dynamic
Exhibit Hall
Explore the latest tools, technologies and services from leading industry partners.
Session Structure
at a glance
Session Structure
at a glance
Keynote
Sessions
Keynote Sessions feature leading experts presenting cutting-edge research and insights in microbiology. These sessions will highlight important advances, emerging trends and breakthrough discoveries, providing attendees with a comprehensive overview of the field and an opportunity for inspiration and discussion. Two Keynote Sessions will be organized, opening and closing, each with a keynote speaker (45 min + 15 min Q&A).
Duration 1h
Integrated Plenary
Sessions
Integrated Plenary Sessions highlight interdisciplinary topics of broad interest and emerging trends in microbiology. Each session features three plenary lecturers (30 min each + 5 min Q&A), followed by a discussion or audience Q&A.
Duration 1h 45min
In-Depth Symposia
Sessions
This type of session addresses key issues and research on a specific microbiological topic, presenting different knowledge and viewpoints from leading experts. The format lasts 2 hours and includes two invited lecturers (20 min each + 5 min Q&A) and three talks (10 min each + 3 min Q&A) based of reviewed abstracts. The invited lecturers as part of the Programme committee will select our 4 speakers for the particular symposium.
SETCoMS 2026 invites the wider scientific community to submit proposals for symposia.
Duration 1h 30min
Panel Discussion
Sessions
This type of session leads to spontaneous interaction between the panelists, and between the panelists and the audience in response to questions from the moderator, who moderates the session. The format is 1 hour long and involves 3-4 panelists.
Duration 1h
Workshop
Sessions
The workshops consist of a series of lecturers covering a selection of related topics, usually presented in a lecture format – interaction is centred on small group discussions and question/answer periods. Workshops are interactive, and attendees participate in a training session that focuses on a specific topic, software or equipment. During a SETCoMS 2026, a maximum of two workshops are organised.
SETCoMS 2026 invites the wider scientific community to submit proposals for workshops.
Duration 2h-2h 30min
Offered Flash Talks and Idea Pitch
Sessions
The Flash Talks will be selected from the accepted abstracts. Speakers will be asked to give a concise and meaningful pitch presentation within 5 minutes, in which they present their idea, research, technology, methods and skills. These presentations should provide a comprehensive overview of a topic, emphasising the key findings and generate interest without going into too much detail. This session format consists of up to six to ten short oral presentations, followed by a moderated Q&A session or discussion at the end of the each session (10 min Q&A).
Duration 45min-1h
Poster Viewing
Sessions
Accepted abstracts will be scheduled into poster sessions in the exhibition area. Participants can visit anytime, with dedicated time slots highlighting the poster presenters.
Duration
Industrial Partner
Sessions
Companies showcase their latest research and innovations in microbiology (20 min + 5 min Q&A).
Duration 50min
Programme Pillars
and Topics
Programme Pillars
and Topics
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