Welcome to the International Biotechnology Symposium (IBS) ‘Symbioza’ – a scientific conference exploring current topics in biotechnology and related fields, organised annually since 2012.

IBS ‘Symbioza’ is primarily addressed to early-career researchers (including students!) in biotechnology, biology, bioengineering, bioinformatics, chemistry, chemical technology, chemical engineering, medicine, pharmacy and environmental studies. A wide spectrum of topics helps us achieve our goal – bringing closer people of different scientific interests and backgrounds.

We offer keynote lectures from invited top-tier scientists from all over Europe, inspiring panel discussions, presence of the representatives of leading life science companies, and a unique opportunity to network with like-minded peers.

See you in Warsaw!

The Symposium's history and background

Current edition

Programme

Outstanding Keynote Lectures
of recognised researchers
Workshops and discussion panels related
to soft skills related in biotechnology
Industry stands prepared by our sponsors
and partners – leaders in the biotech industry
Sessions of Short Talks given by the
participants about their own research
Sessions of Poster presentations referring
the participants’ research results
Organised social events to bond closer
with other biotech enthusiasts
Coffee and lunch breaks ideal for informal
conversations and networking
Outstanding Keynote Lectures of recognised researchers
Workshops and discussion panels related to soft skills related in biotechnology
Industry Stands prepared by our sponsors and partners – leaders in the biotech industry
Sessions of Short Talks given by the participants about their own research
Sessions of Poster presentations referring the participants’ research results
Organised social events to bond closer with other biotech enthusiasts
Coffee and lunch breaks ideal for informal conversations and networking
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Become a part of ‘Symbioza’

Participation

‘Symbioza’ is primarily aimed at early-stage researchers in biotechnology and related fields – you are welcome to present your research in the form of either a short talk or a poster presentation. If you are a student who does not have your own scientific results – join us as a non-presenter: to learn and soak in the life-science community. Thanks to the support from both academic and industrial partners we keep our participation fees constantly low.

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Venue

The 13th edition of the Symposium will be hosted by the University of Warsaw. We are meeting in the landmarked Auditorium Building at the Main Campus. The venue is located in the historic district of Poland’s capital city, ensuring great experience and convenient commuting.

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People behind ‘Symbioza’

Organisers

The Symposium has been organised by the members of the Warsaw Society of Biotechnology “Symbioza” annually since 2013. Acknowledging its own roots, every year the Society invites life sciences-oriented student organisations of the host city to participate in shaping the event. In making the programming decisions, the organisers are supported by the Scientific Committee composed of experienced researchers whose expertise covers a wide spectrum of biotechnology-related fields.

Contact the organisers: ✉️ conference@symbioza.edu.pl

Main organiser

2026 Supporting Organisers

Academic and Industrial

Partners

IBS ‘Symbioza’ is annually supported by academic, municipal, and industrial partners, who ensure smooth performance and add to the scientific value of the event. Some of the collaborations can be traced many years back to the early 2010s.


Become a sponsor/partner →

Below, you will find the Partners of the 2025 edition. Currently, talks with the potential supporters of the upcoming 2026 conference are in progress. If you think we could be a good match go ahead and contact us!

Honorary patrons (2025 edition)

Sponsors (2025 edition)

Partners (2025 edition)

Media patronage (2025 edition)