The Eastern European Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics School (EEBG) will be held from July 1 to 12, 2024, in Suceava, Romania. This intensive two-week program aims to provide advanced training in bioinformatics and computational genomics, bringing together researchers and students from diverse fields such as bioinformatics, computational genomics, medicine, and biology. Participants will benefit from hands-on sessions and lectures led by leading experts from top universities and institutions across the globe. The program is designed to enhance collaboration, foster networking, and contribute to the development of bioinformatics in Eastern Europe.

The curriculum covered essential topics including biological data analysis, data visualization, and advanced bioinformatics techniques. Attendees will gain practical skills in data cleaning, manipulation, and interpretation, and explore specialized areas such as high-throughput sequencing and genome analysis. The event will also include social activities, such as conference dinners and city tours, providing ample opportunities for professional networking. All sessions will be held at Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, utilizing the university’s modern laboratories and innovation cluster facilities.

The East European Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics School (EEBG), held from June 26 to July 7, 2023, in Chișinău, Moldova, is a premier training program dedicated to advancing knowledge and skills in bioinformatics and computational genomics. This year’s event, hosted at the Technical University of Moldova, features an impressive roster of 13 leading experts from prestigious institutions across the US, Switzerland, France, Denmark, Turkey, Poland, and Romania. Participants have the opportunity to engage in both in-person and remote learning modes, with sessions designed to foster collaboration and networking among researchers and students from diverse scientific backgrounds.

The program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering essential bioinformatics techniques, including data analysis, visualization, and interpretation. Attendees will benefit from hands-on sessions and lectures that provide practical experience and insights into cutting-edge methodologies. In addition to the academic sessions, the event includes social activities that facilitate professional networking. Previous participants have praised the EEBG School for its high-quality instruction and the opportunity to connect with leading experts in the field, making it a valuable experience for anyone looking to deepen their expertise in bioinformatics and genomics.

The East European Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics School (EBCG), scheduled from September 21 to October 14, 2022, offers a comprehensive training program in bioinformatics and computational biology. This year's school features a series of lectures and workshops designed for early-career students and researchers. The curriculum covers advanced topics such as SARS-CoV-2 sequencing data analysis, human genome diversity, and the application of bioinformatics in medicine and public health. Emphasizing state-of-the-art tools and algorithms, the program aims to equip participants with the skills needed for rigorous and reproducible biomedical data analysis.

Hosted by the Bioinformatics Laboratory of Technical University of Moldova and the Mangul Lab at the University of Southern California, EBCG2022 is supported by the BioTech Association from Moldova, USAID, and Sweden. The course is designed to train future bioinformatics experts, focusing on practical skills such as data visualization, statistical analysis, and the use of high-performance computing clusters. By fostering expertise in these areas, the school aims to contribute to the development of an Eastern European bioinformatics hub and promote advanced knowledge in computational medicine and biomedical data science.