24 Mar USCCN Conference 2026: Registration is Open
Registration is now open for the USCCN Conference 2026, “From Preservation to Innovation: Connecting Microbial Collections to Advance Science,” taking place July 31–August 1, 2026, at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, RI, co-located with Plant Health 2026 (APS).
The conference will highlight success stories and emerging opportunities across microbial collections, including best management practices, data provenance, artificial intelligence, and collaborative models. It will also explore the future direction of USCCN and its role within the broader community.
Whether you work in academia, government, or industry, join this event to connect, exchange ideas, and shape the future of microbial collections.
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Travel stipend
To support participation, a limited number of $1,000 travel stipends are available. This is an opportunity not only to attend, but to actively contribute to the conversations shaping the future of USCCN.
Application deadline: Friday, May 1, 5:00 PM EDT
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