SFB 1607 Summer School “Eye & Inflammation”: Register now!

SFB 1607 is pleased to announce the upcoming Summer School 2026, on the topic of “Eye & Inflammation”. Taking place from September 7–11, 2026, in Cologne, the program will bring together early-career researchers, clinicians, and internationally recognized experts in the field of experimental ophthalmology and vision research.

The five-day Summer School offers participants an in-depth overview of current developments in ocular inflammation, vascular biology, and translational eye research. Through lectures, workshops, and interactive discussions, attendees will gain insight into emerging scientific concepts and innovative research technologies shaping the future of ophthalmology.

Scientific Focus Areas

• Corneal inflammation and (lymph)angiogenesis
• Immune-mediated and (neo)vascular vision loss
• Metabolic mechanisms in eye diseases
• Stem cell research
• AI-driven imaging technologies
• Ophthalmic Tumors

In addition to the scientific lecture program, the Summer School will feature practical workshops designed to provide participants with valuable methodological experience in:

• Flow cytometry
• Microscopy
• Optical coherence tomography (OCT) imaging
• Bioinformatics

The SFB 1607 Summer School is specifically designed for PhD candidates, postgraduate researchers, and medical students seeking advanced training in experimental ophthalmology and related disciplines. The program also provides a unique platform for interdisciplinary exchange and networking within an international scientific community.

Event Details
SFB 1607 Summer School 2026 – “Eye & Inflammation”
📅 September 7–11, 2026
📍 Cologne

Registration is open until June 30 via https://www.sfb1607.de/en/.