USCCN Conference

July 31, 2026 - August 1, 2026

Location

Providence, RI, USA

Join us from July 31 to August 1, 2026 at the Providence Convention Center (Rhode Island, USA) for the USCCN Conference, co-located with Plant Health 2026 (APS).

This conference will bring together collections managers and users, researchers, and industry partners to:

• Share updates on USCCN past, present, and future
• Discuss current challenges and opportunities facing microbial collections
• Highlight success stories and best practices
• Explore international collaborations
• Shape the path forward for a sustainable USCCN community

Conference Schedule:

• July 31: Presentations, discussions, and evening reception
• August 1: Half-day tour of a local culture collection

A full program and registration information will be announced soon.