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2026 · Geneva, Switzerland

#GenevaLovesData

In 2026, Geneva's heart beats to the rhythm of life-science data. Centred on Europe's leading conference on biological data science (ECCB) taking place from 31 August to 4 September, a programme of scientific and public talks, artistic performances and outreach initiatives brings data into the open – highlighting their contribution to society and the economy, while showcasing the city's unique ecosystem of scientific, institutional and international actors. Together, these initiatives reinforce Geneva's position as a global hub for trusted, high-quality data.

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Geneva's unique concentration of diplomacy, science and international organizations offers a powerful platform (...) to shape discussions on AI governance.

Simone de Montmollin
Swiss National Councillor

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Programme highlights

Opening ceremony

Opening ceremony

Geneva at the centre of data-driven leadership and discoveries

Federal and cantonal authorities, alongside leading scientists, launch a week-long scientific programme, bringing together over 1,000 experts from academia, healthcare, industry, and policy. The ceremony highlights Switzerland's commitment to data-driven research and responsible AI.
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Artistic performance

Artistic performance

"If data could breathe"

A unique artistic performance commissioned for the event closes the opening ceremony. It translates the complexity of biological data into a visual and emotional experience through dance.

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Public outreach event

Public outreach event

Data at the intersection of science, policy and society

An afternoon for the French-speaking public and media tackles the societal implications of life-science data: from precision medicine and epidemics to ethics, sovereignty and global competition. Talks, hands-on activities and more, to demystify bioinformatics and interact with experts.

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Datarium exhibition

Datarium exhibition

Geneva at the heart of life science data

An open-air exhibition starting on 3 August at Parc des Bastions invites passers-by to explore life-science data. Through storytelling, striking scientific visuals and human perspectives, it reveals how bioinformatics is shaping oncology, personalised health, epidemic preparedness, biodiversity, and AI.

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Powering life-science data

The SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics is the national, non-profit organization for life-science data. Founded and headquartered in Geneva, its scientists support research and concrete advances for innovation, health and the environment through high-quality data resources, tools and expertise. SIB also organizes ECCB 2026, bringing Europe's leading conference on biological data science to Geneva.

Powering life-science data
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An initiative by

SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics

In partnership with

Université de Genève

And supported by

SERI State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation
Republic and State of Geneva
Convention Bureau Geneva