Save the Date: 2026 USCCN Conference

November 19, 2025

Save the Date: 2026 USCCN Conference

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.