Welcome to the French Glial Cell Club!
Satellite event of Network Glia – FENS
July 5th, 2026
The Network Glia, in collaboration with national and regional glia networks across Europe, is organizing a Satellite Symposium on glial biology on 5 July 2026 (location to be announced). This one-day scientific meeting aims to highlight the essential roles of glial cells in brain function, spanning circuit activity, plasticity, and the maintenance of brain homeostasis.
The symposium will bring together researchers from across the glial community, while also actively engaging scientists from related neuroscience fields to foster interdisciplinary exchange. By bridging these communities, the event seeks to further establish glia as central players in brain research and to stimulate new collaborations.
The scientific program will feature three keynote lectures by internationally recognized experts, complemented by a series of selected presentations from early-career researchers. These talks will showcase cutting-edge advances in glial biology, offering insights into both fundamental mechanisms and emerging conceptual frameworks.
A key objective of the meeting is to strengthen communication within the glial research community and to promote the visibility of young scientists. The format is designed to encourage interactive discussion, scientific exchange, and networking among participants at all career stages.
Through its focused and collaborative atmosphere, the Satellite Symposium reflects Network Glia’s mission to advance glial research and integrate it more broadly within neuroscience.
More information: https://www.networkglia.eu/activities/
Call for Symposium Proposal – NeuroFrance 2027
Deadline April 24th, 2026
More information: https://www.neurosciences.asso.fr/2026/03/call-for-symposium-proposals/
CFNI 2026 Neuroimmunology Conference
May 29th, 2026 – Nantes
The annual conference of the French NeuroImmunology Club (CFNI) will take place on May 29, 2026, at the Cité des Congrès de Nantes, France, as part of the official program of the Nantes Université Scientific Days.
Organized in collaboration with the French Society of Immunology and the French Society of Neuroscience, and supported locally by the CR2TI UMR1064 – NEMO team, the meeting is embedded in the dynamic scientific ecosystem of Nantes, internationally recognized for its excellence in immunology, neuroscience, and translational research.
The conference aims to showcase recent advances in neuroimmunology, covering both fundamental and clinical perspectives. It fosters interdisciplinary dialogue between immunology, neuroscience, and clinical research, while promoting the emergence of new collaborations across fields.
The scientific program will feature plenary lectures, selected oral presentations, poster sessions, and “flash” poster talks, providing a rich platform for scientific exchange. Special attention will be given to early-career researchers, with travel grants and presentation opportunities designed to support young scientists and highlight their work.
Beyond its scientific content, the meeting also promotes interaction and networking within the community, contributing to the training and visibility of the next generation of neuroimmunologists.
Held in a vibrant academic environment, the CFNI 2026 Conference offers an excellent opportunity to share cutting-edge research and strengthen connections within the international neuroimmunology community.
More information: https://cfni-nantes2026.sciencesconf.org/
28th Meeting of the French Glial Cell Club
November 17-20th, 2026
The French Glial Cell Club organizes its annual meeting from November 17th to 20th, 2026, in the city of Sète, located in the south of France.
This international meeting will bring together expert scientists in the field of glial cell biology from Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Switzerland, the UK and the US. The program offers a comprehensive coverage of the burgeoning field of glia research, featuring 2 plenary lectures, 5 symposia, 2 poster sessions, a technical workshop, the general assembly and social events (see program)!
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