As life sciences research continues to advance, Biomolecular Condensates and Phase Separation It has become one of the most prominent cutting-edge fields today. Not only is it reshaping our understanding of the principles underlying cellular organization, but it is also demonstrating tremendous transformative potential in key areas such as gene regulation, neurodegenerative diseases, and tumor biology—fields that are central to pathophysiology and drug discovery.

 

From September 17 to 20, 2026, an international Nature conference on biomolecular condensates will be held in Wuhan. Co-hosted by Huazhong University of Science and Technology, six journals under Nature, and the Wuhan Institute for Industrial Innovation and Development, the conference will bring together world‑leading biophysicists, biochemists, chemists, cell biologists, computational scientists, and bioengineers. It is expected to attract more than 500 participants from over 20 countries and regions, focusing on… Biomolecular condensates and cutting-edge discoveries and translational advances in health and disease.

 

I. Conference Overview

1. Meeting Time : September 17–20, 2026

 

2. Meeting Location : Wuhan Optics Valley Marriott Hotel (No. 797, Gaoxin Avenue, East Lake High-tech Development Zone, Wuhan, Hubei Province)

 

3. Organizing Unit:

Huazhong University of Science and Technology

Wuhan Institute for Industrial Innovation and Development

Nature Biomedical Engineering

Nature Chemical Biology

Nature Chemistry, Nature Communications

Nature Reviews Biomedical Engineering

Nature Structural & Molecular Biology

 

Member of the Scientific Committee

 

4. Conference Theme:

• September 17 (Thursday): Conference Registration & Welcome Dinner
• September 18 (Friday): Biomolecular Condensates — Fundamentals: Biophysics and Biochemistry (Sessions I & II)
• September 19 (Saturday): Biomolecular Condensates—Physiology and Pathology (Sessions III & IV) + Poster Session
• September 20 (Sunday): Biomolecular Condensates—Applications and Engineered Condensates (Sessions V & VI) + Closing Ceremony

 

5. Three Core Issues:

• The Physical and Chemical Foundations of Phase Separation—exploring thermodynamic and kinetic principles to elucidate the relationships among the composition, structure, and function of condensed phases.
• Gene Regulation and Cellular Pathophysiology—focusing on the central roles of biomolecular condensates in transcriptional regulation, RNA metabolism, and disease (neurodegenerative disorders and cancer).
• Cutting-Edge Technologies and Engineering Applications—covering new tools for imaging and modeling, as well as the latest advances in synthetic biology and engineered condensed‑matter systems.

 

6. Speaker:

Keynote Speaker

Invited Speaker

 

7. Distinctive Highlights

✅ A gathering of world-class scholars: bringing together leading scientists from the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, China, Japan, Canada, Italy, and other countries, spanning more than 20 nations and regions.

✅ A Gathering of Distinguished Academicians: Numerous top-tier academicians, including members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, fellows of all three U.S. national academies, and fellows of the European Molecular Biology Organization, are in attendance.

✅ Journal Editors in Person: Editors from several top-tier Nature journals will be on hand for in-depth discussions on submission strategies and academic career development.

✅ A platform exclusively for young scholars: Featuring short presentation and poster sessions, open to both doctoral students and postdocs to showcase their research and foster international collaboration.

✅ Deep Integration of Industry, Academia, and Research: Featuring experts from world‑leading companies to explore pathways for translating research into practical applications.

 

II. LIMAN Bio—We look forward to meeting you at our booth!

As the official sponsor of this conference, LIMAN Bio remains committed to supporting and actively serving the life sciences, new drug development, and cutting-edge interdisciplinary research. To facilitate exchanges among on-site scholars and industry representatives, LIMAN Bio will set up an exhibition booth during the event, where we will showcase our comprehensive, state-of-the-art solutions for liquid–liquid phase separation research.

 

Whether you’re seeking the latest cutting-edge R&D tools or looking for partners in industry–university–research collaboration, business development, and translational research, LIMAN Bio’s expert team will be on hand at our booth to provide answers and engage in in-depth discussions.

In September, Wuhan, Liman Bio cordially invites you to attend the conference and join us for this distinguished academic event!

 

Attachment: Detailed Agenda

 

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