The Interfaculty Bioinformatics Unit at the University of Bern is thrilled to announce the Margaret Dayhoff Centenary Event taking place on 11 March 2025, in Bern!



This special event celebrates the legacy of Margaret Dayhoff—marking her 100th birthday and the 60th anniversary of her groundbreaking Atlas of Protein Sequence and Structure, the first publication in bioinformatics, while spotlighting the remarkable contributions of women scientists leading the charge in bioinformatics today.
 


Don't miss the keynote talks by renowned expert, Prof. Dr. Artemis Hatzigeorgiou (University of Thessaly) and a special History feature by Prof. Dr. Bruno Strasser (University of Geneva) and join us for a day filled with:
- Inspiring talks from leading bioinformaticians
- Engaging panel discussions
 - Interactive round tables
 


Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, an aspiring bioinformatician, or simply passionate about science, this event is a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired!
 

Organized by SIB Group of Rémy Bruggman and featuring SIB Training Manager Patricia Palagi.  


Save the date: 11 March 2025

Deadline to register: 14 February 2025

Location: Kuppelraum, Hochschulstrasse 4, University of Bern