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.
Our mission is rooted in three core values:
- Integration across disciplines and borders
- Crisis response to global health challenges
- Sustainability for long-term planetary well-being
SETCoMS 2026 is the beginning of a new platform for scientific exchange, partnership building, and cross-sector cooperation.
THE FOUR FOUNDATIONAL PILLARS
1. Integration & Transnational Collaboration
Connecting microbial fields across borders to create a cohesive scientific ecosystem – from microbial evolution and genomics to regulatory frameworks.
Focus: Opportunities for cross-regional cooperation & “from data to action”.
2. Addressing Global Health Crises
Targeting antimicrobial resistance and advancing new diagnostics, therapies, vaccines, biomarkers, and clinical innovations.
Focus: Strengthening public health and One Health practices.
3. Sustainability & Environmental Solutions
Exploring how microbes support planetary health – from climate-driven diversity changes to circular bioeconomy, AI modeling, and biotech solutions.
Focus: Agriculture, bioengineering, bioproducts, and new industrial microbiology.
4. Strengthening the Microbiology Profession
Elevating professional development, interdisciplinary career paths, science communication, and policy engagement.
Focus: Microbiology education, regulation, and community outreach.
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
SETCoMS 2026 offers multiple interactive and expert-led formats:
- Keynote Sessions
Leading experts share cutting-edge insights and breakthrough research. - In-Depth Symposia
Focused sessions exploring advanced microbiology topics and emerging trends. - Workshop Sessions
Hands-on training and practical knowledge guided by specialists. - Integrated Plenary Sessions
Interdisciplinary discussions highlighting broad scientific topics. - Panel Discussions
Dynamic exchanges between experts and participants. - Flash Talks & Poster Sessions
Concise idea pitches and dedicated poster viewing opportunities.
SAVE THE DATE
June 10–13, 2026 · Belgrade, Serbia
Join us for the first transnational congress dedicated to advancing microbial sciences across the Southeast Europe region.
Organizing Committee
Ivica Dimkić
University of Belgrade - Faculty of Biology, Serbia
Scientific & Organizing Committee Chairperson
Dušan Kekić
University of Belgrade - Faculty of Medicine, Serbia
Scientific & Organizing Committee Co-Chairperson
Lazar Ranin
President of the Serbian Society of Microbiology
Honorary Scientific & Organizing Committee
