The International Union of Microbiological Societies (IUMS) Congress 2026 will be held in Lisbon, Portugal, from November 4 to 6, 2026.

Under the theme "Beyond the Microscope: AI & Innovation in Microbiology," the congress will bring together researchers from around the world to present and discuss the latest advances in microbiology, including virology, bacteriology, and mycology.

Professor Makoto Takeda will attend the congress.

Official website: https://iums2026.com/