Exchanging Expertise from Library Prep to Success
Join us at the NGS Innovation Summit for an inspiring and interactive event where experts from academia, industry, and public bodies come together to exchange insights in Next Generation Sequencing. The event characterized by its scientific excellence and the participation of internationally renowned speakers.
Whether you are a leader of a core facility or just getting started with your NGS project, we cordially invite you to the first NGS Innovation Summit on October 01 and 02 at EMBL in Heidelberg.
Names like Ivo Gut, Director CNAG, Barcelona,
Wencke Walter, Head of Innovation, Munich Leukemia Laboratory, Munich
Alexander Meissner, Director MPI f. Molecular Biology, Berlin and
Vladimir Benes, Head of GeneCore EMBL, Heidelberg
guarantee exciting insights into the latest developments in NGS technologies.
The program is platform-independent and includes applications on Illumina, MGI, Ultima Genomics and Element Biosciences sequencers. The agenda offers you enough space to discuss your projects and to network.
We look forward to welcoming you to this exceptional event. The number of participants is limited – so book your ticket quickly!
Date: October 01-02, 2025
Venue: EMBL Heidelberg
Event language: English
Registration fee: 50 € (including catering and dinner event)
Event Highlights:
Networking Opportunities: Make valuable contacts with leading minds in the European NGS scene in a stimulating research environment.
High-Class Speakers: Experience the high-level scientific program consisting of diverse topics such as Epigenetics, Human Genetics, Clinical Diagnostics, Surveillance Sequencing, RNA Sequencing and more.
Engage with Industry: Take advantage of the opportunity to make direct contact with the NEB technical support team and partner companies at the accompanying industry exhibition.
To participate at the NGS Innovation Summit, you must register via the online registration system. Registration is subject to a registration fee of 50 €. The registration deadline ends on 31 August 2025. For further information, please see the Terms and Conditions below.
NGS Innovation Summit Terms and Conditions
Registration Fee
All participants must register via the online registration system. The number of participants is limited. The registration deadline ends on 31 August 2025. Registration is subject to a registration fee. You will receive an invoice promptly after registration. Fees must be paid within 30 after invoicing. The registration fee is subject to applicable statutory value added tax of 19% resulting in a total price of 59.50 €. Finishing your registration constitutes a binding agreement, including the cancellation policy.
Registration Fee for Participants includes:
- Admission to all sessions
- Entrance to exhibition area
- Light lunches and coffee breaks according to the program
- Dinner and networking event according to the program
- Name badge and event package
The registration fee does not include travel and accommodation. Participants are responsible for arranging and covering their own travel and accommodation costs.
Please note that your registration is only binding once payment has been received. All participants will receive a written confirmation of registration by e-mail when the registration form has been submitted, and the payment has been credited.
Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy
Notice of cancellation (e.g. in case of sickness, lack of funding or any other personal reasons) must be made in writing by e- to info.de@neb.com
Registration fees may be refunded if written cancellation is received as follows:
- Until 31 August 2025 – a full registration fee refund will be given if requested.
- From 01 September 2025– no refund will be given.
- Until 19 September 2025 – a name change will be considered as a modification with no additional fee.
The date of the email receipt will be the basis for considering refunds. The notification must include all relevant information regarding the bank account to which a possible refund may be remitted. The cancellation will not be effective until a written acknowledgement from NEB GmbH is received.
No refunds will be granted for unattended events or early termination of attendance.
Modification and Cancellation of the Congress
NEB GmbH reserves the right to modify the program, which is published as an indication only. If the event is cancelled, NEB GmbH will endeavor to reimburse the registration fee. In the unlikely case that the event cannot be held due to any event beyond the organizers’ reasonable control, including (but not limited to) pandemic, civil unrest, natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, war, acts of terrorism, fire, closure of airports or acts of any government, NEB GmbH shall not be held liable for any other costs or losses incurred, such as transportation and accommodation costs, or any other direct or indirect loss or consequential damage.
Disclaimer
In any event, NEB GmbH does not accept liability for damages or costs in the event of bodily injury, death, property damage, illness, disruption to travel plans and costs incurred as a result of events outside of the reasonable control of NEB GmbH, including (but not limited to) pandemic, civil unrest, natural disaster, adverse weather conditions, war, acts of terrorism, fire, closure of airports or acts of any government.
Consent to Use of Photographs and Videos
By attending the NGS Innovation Summit, you consent to the capture of photographs and videos in which you may appear. These images and videos may be used by NEB GmbH for promotional and marketing purposes, including but not limited to social media, websites, and printed materials. If you have any concerns or wish to withdraw your consent, please contact info.de@neb.com.
Data protection
We are committed to protecting your personal data that you provide in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as set forth in our privacy policies.
Explore the comprehensive agenda of the NGS Innovation Summit, featuring a diverse array of sessions covering the latest advances and applications in Next-Generation Sequencing.
Wednesday, 01.10.24
| TIME | TOPIC | |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 – 09:00 | Registration Open | |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome | |
| 09:15 – 10:00 | Keynote Lecture | |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Epigenetics | |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | Coffee Break & Networking | |
| 11:15 – 12:15 | Epigenetics | |
| 12:15 – 13:45 | Lunch Break & Networking | |
| 13:45 – 15:15 | Human Genetics | |
| 15:15 – 16:00 | Coffee Break & Networking | |
| 16:00 – 17:30 | Emerging Platforms | |
| 18:00 – 22:00 | Dinner Event & Networking | |
Thursday, 02.10.24
| TIME | TOPIC | |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00 – 09:00 | Registration Open | |
| 09:00 – 09:15 | Welcome | |
| 09:15 – 10:00 | Library Prep technologies and developments | |
| 10:00 – 10:30 | Automation | |
| 10:30 – 11:15 | Coffee Break & Networking | |
| 11:15 – 12:15 | Surveillance Sequencing | |
| 12:15 – 13:45 | Lunch Break & Networking | |
| 13:45 – 15:15 | RNA Applications | |
| 15:15 – 15:30 | Closing | |
We are proud to present renowned experts from academia, industry and public bodies who will showcase a wide range of expertise on various NGS applications.
Confirmed Speaker:
Vladimir Benes
Head of Genomics Core Facility
EMBL, Heidelberg
Ivo Gut
Director, Centro Nacional de Analisis Genomico
CNAG, Barcelona
Alexander Meissner
Director and Head of the Dept. of Genome Regulation
MPI of Molecular Genetics, Berlin
Wencke Walter
Head of Innovation
Munich Leukemia Laboratory, Munich
Edwin Cuppen
Scientific Director
Hartwig Medical Foundation, Amsterdam
Mathias Hamdorf
Molecular Pathology, University Hospital Bonn
Richard Feron
Scientist Molecular Technology Innovation
BASF Vegetable Seeds, Nunhems
Ferris Jung
Senior Engineer for NGS Automation
EMBL, Heidelberg
Davide Cacchiarelli
Professor of Molecular Biology
Armenise/Harvard Laboratory of Integrative Genomics
School of Medicine, Naples
Jonas Fuchs
Lead Scientist NGS laboratory – Bioinformatician
Institute for Virology, University Medical Centre, Freiburg
Andrew Barry
Associate Director, Product Portfolio Management, NGS
New England Biolabs, Inc., Ipswich, USA
Somayyeh Sedaghatjoo
Senior Scientist
Genome Competence Center, RKI, Berlin
Venue of the NGS Innovation Summit is the Advanced Training Centre (ATC) of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg.
Address
EMBL Heidelberg
Meyerhofstraße 1
Advanced Training Centre (ATC)
69117 Heidelberg Germany
Travel
EMBL Heidelberg is a 10-15 minute drive from Heidelberg’s city centre and main station.
Car
EMBL is located in Meyerhofstraße in the forest (on your right, shortly after you have left Boxberg).
The Carpark P1 is located on the left hand side after turning into Meyerhofstraße.
Train and long distance bus
Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof (main train station) is located close to the city centre. It is well connected to the majority of European countries either by express or regional trains.
Public transport around Heidelberg:
The Bus 39A (direction Mombertplatz) regularly runs to EMBL from Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof (Steig L) or Alois-Link-Platz.
Airports
Frankfurt International Airport (FRA) – 82 km
The closest and most convenient airport for Heidelberg.
The Lufthansa Airport Shuttle Bus from Frankfurt International Airport to Heidelberg can be used for your transfers.
About EMBL
With 29 member states, laboratories at six sites across Europe and thousands of scientists and engineers working together, the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is a powerhouse of biological expertise. EMBL is an intergovernmental organisation, headquartered in Heidelberg, and was founded in 1974 with the mission of promoting molecular biology research in Europe, training young scientists, and developing new technologies.
EMBL currently employs more than 1800 people in Barcelona, Grenoble, Hamburg, Heidelberg, EMBL-EBI Hinxton (near Cambridge), and Rome.
Publishing hundreds of research articles and hosting dozens of conferences every year, EMBL is driving visionary fundamental research, and training Europe’s future scientific talent.
The partner companies will be present at the NGS Innovation Summit with a company booth providing you a unique opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders and technical experts to explore the latest advancements, technologies, and innovations in the field of next-generation sequencing. You can ask specific questions and receive personalized advice tailored to your research needs.
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