********************GradStudentPositions******************** PhD opportunity in Evolutionary Ecology The Ashman and Turcotte labs at the University of Pittsburgh are looking to co-advise a PhD student interested in ecological and evolutionary impacts of whole genome duplication (polyploidy). The student will utilize our rapidly reproducing experimental duckweed system to test various hypotheses concerning the benefits and limitations of this widespread and important major evolutionary change. Various research foci are possible including species or environmental interactions. Additional opportunities exist for involvement in genomic and gene expression studies. Please visit our lab webpages for more information: https://ashmanlab2012.wixsite.com/ashmanlab www.martinturcotte.net The Department of Biological Sciences is a dynamic and growing team of enthusiastic researchers and educators. All graduate students in the department are provided with a competitive stipend and benefits for 5 years through a combination of fellowships, TAships, and research assistantships. Prospective students should email us at: tia1@pitt.edu and turcotte@pitt.edu to express interest and describe your past research experience. Please include your C.V., any publications, and contact information for a few references. Tia-Lynn Ashman, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor Martin Turcotte, Ph.D., Associate Professor Department of Biological Sciences University of Pittsburgh "Turcotte, Martin" ********************Jobs******************** The Department of Biology at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position with a start date of August 2026. We welcome candidates whose research encompasses any field with strengths in comparative biology; those who investigate biomechanics, functional anatomy, neuroanatomy, or morphological development are especially encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to establish an extramurally funded research program that includes high research productivity and quality mentoring of students. We expect the successful candidate to play an integral teaching role in our human anatomy and physiology, and/or vertebrate biology courses. The Oklahoma State University Department of Biology is committed to research, teaching, and outreach. Our department consists of 35 faculty, numerous active adjunct and emeritus members, approximately 80 graduate students, and over 900 undergraduates majoring in biology, plant biology, zoology, and physiology. Oklahoma State University is a Carnegie Tier 1 research institution with a 130-year legacy as one of the nation's premier land-grant universities. The Stillwater campus serves as the flagship of the OSU system which serves over 34,000 students and offers state-of-the-art facilities for research and instruction. All positions are subject to the availability of funding. For more information and to apply: https://jobs.okstate.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-biology-stillwater-oklahoma-united-states Michael Reichert Associate Professor Department of Integrative Biology Oklahoma State University 524 Life Sciences West Stillwater, OK 74078 USA +1-405-744-5555 michael.reichert@okstate.edu (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** *Postdoc in Genomics and Pelagic Gastropods (2 years, fully funded)* Are you a motivated postdoc with *experience in evolutionary genomics* and an interest in advancing genomics for better understanding of key species and processes taking place in our ocean? Pelagic gastropods are some of the most abundant animals on our planet and are vulnerable to ocean acidification and warming. At the same time, the presence of a fossil record makes them well-suited for evolutionary and phylogenomic analyses (e.g. Peijnenburg et al. 2020 ?The origin and diversification of pteropods precede past perturbations in the Earth?s carbon cycle?). Building up on a worldwide collection of samples and ample genomic and transcriptomic data present in the research group, there is great potential for valuable discoveries by taking our genomic research to the next level. We are looking for someone capable of spearheading this effort and, in this way, building their profile as an independent researcher. If you would like to discuss potential projects and research ideas, do not hesitate to contact Katja Peijnenburg (Katja.Peijnenburg@naturalis.nl). Join the Marine Evolution & Ecology research group at Naturalis Biodiversity Center (Leiden, the Netherlands)! https://www.naturalis.nl/en/science/marine-evolution-ecology More info: https://www.naturalis.nl/en/about-us/job-opportunities/postdoctoral-fellow-genomics-pelagic-gastropods apply by 20 November 2025 *What you bring to the table* You have a passion for using *your technical and analytical skills* to address important questions in evolutionary biology and/or marine science. You are proficient at *interdisciplinary communication* and able to explain your approaches and the implications of your work to non-genomics experts. You are capable of conducting independent research, working in an organized manner, and structuring your approach effectively. At the same time, you know when to seek help when necessary. You enjoy collaborating with colleagues, supervisors, and external partners, and you actively maintain both your internal and external networks. You are skilled at identifying opportunities and engaging others with your ideas. Additionally, you can translate complex topics into compelling narratives, making them accessible even to those outside of the scientific community. In addition, you have: - A completed PhD in evolutionary genomics, bioinformatics or a related field - Experience in generating and analyzing ?omics data, particularly in non-model species. - Strong bioinformatics expertise: e.g., genome assembly and/or phylogenomic analysis. - Solid grounding in evolutionary biology; familiarity with marine or invertebrate genomics is a plus. - A strong publication record representing innovative, high- quality research - Excellent English speaking and writing skills. - Experience in mentoring students or early-career researchers, or willingness to develop these skills. *About us* Naturalis Biodiversity Center in Leiden is the Dutch national research institute for biodiversity and systematics. With our collection of 42 million specimens, one of the world's largest natural history collections, and our state-of-the-art research facilities we offer the (inter)national research infrastructure for species, identification and monitoring. We closely collaborate with many Dutch universities, research institutes, industry, and government. We host over 120 researchers including 15 academia embedded professors and 40 PhD students. We present the history of our planet, and the diversity of life on Earth, through permanent and temporary museum exhibitions, educational programmes, and online presence, with more than 400,000 visitors per year. All in all, a unique combination of science and culture in the Netherlands and elsewhere in the world! The research department is organised in nine research groups comprising researchers and their postdocs and PhD-students. The current position will be in the research group Marine Evolution & Ecology, led by Katja Peijnenburg. Naturalis has a completely new lab building, including state-of-the-art molecular facilities, microCT scanners and electron microscopy. At Naturalis, you will be part of our PhD- and postdoc community a close-knit group of around 50 PhD candidates and postdocs with whom you can share experiences and participate in training sessions and workshops. And of course, for those interested, there are plenty of social activities outside of work as well. *We offer* A contract (36 hours per week) for a period of two years, to be extended depending on available funding. The starting date is preferably beginning of 2026 but this can be flexible. The successful candidate will be employed by Naturalis Biodiversity Center in Leiden. Naturalis offers an inspiring working atmosphere with effective and efficient support for our post-doctoral fellows. Our Research Coordination Office also provides ample support to our scientific staff. *Become our new postdoc* - Upload your CV (max 3 pages) and motivation letter (max. 2 pages) in one PDF including the names and contact details of two referees via the application button no later than November 20th 2025. - The interview date will be on Friday December 12th, 2025 - Want to know more about the position before you apply? Send an email to Katja.Peijnenburg@naturalis.nl. - For more information about the application procedure, you can send an email to our colleagues in the HR department via sollicitaties@naturalis.nl. Apply here: https://www.naturalis.nl/en/about-us/job-opportunities/postdoctoral-fellow-genomics-pelagic-gastropods Naturalis endorses the Cultural Diversity Code. In the case of equal suitability, preference is given to the candidate who reinforces diversity within the team. Katja Peijnenburg (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** If you thrive on curiosity, teamwork, and the thrill of building something new from the ground up, this one's for you. A brand-new research group has just come to life at Goethe University Frankfurt in Germany, and it could use a right hand team spirit. The Computational Integrative Biodiversity (CIB) group at the new Center for Critical Computational Studies (C³S) and affiliated with the Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre is looking for an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher who enjoys thinking across scales and disciplines, bridging Biodiversity and Mechanistic, Process-Based Eco-evolutionary models and data, and occasionally questioning the assumptions of both. Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d), E13 TV-G-U 100% Computational Integrative Biodiversity (CIB), Center for Critical Computational Studies (C3S) Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Germany Start: as soon as possible. Duration: 3 years with possible extension Location: Westend Campus, Frankfurt am Main, Germany Link for position: https://www.uni-frankfurt.de/48794987/Zentrale_Einrichtungen Further links: https://www.c3s-frankfurt.de / https://www.hagen.bio Summary: CIB group integrates mechanistic biodiversity modelling with geohistorical and climatological data across spatial and temporal scales. The postdoc will develop an independent research line, publish, acquire third-party funding, and contribute to teaching. Responsibilities: * Conduct independent research on climate-biodiversity interactions; collaborate across disciplines. * Apply and develop process-based and empirical quantitative models; run simulations; analyze outputs. * Integrate geohistorical, climatic, ecological, and evolutionary datasets. * Contribute to proposals and outreach; co-supervise students. * Support teaching: tutorials, exercises, specialized courses, exam grading. Requirements: * PhD in biology, ecology, macroecology, environmental sciences, geoinformatics, paleobiology, geoecology, evolutionary research, or related field. * Strong skills in computational modelling and data analysis; calibration, parameterization, simulation, and output evaluation. * Very good programming in at least one of R, Python, C++, Julia. * Record of peer-reviewed publications; excellent written and spoken English (German is an advantage, not required). * Conceptual, strategic, and analytical thinking; team spirit. Offer: 100% E13 TV-G-U salary grade; flexible hours; LandesTicket Hessen for public transport. Interdisciplinary environment at C3S; support for early independence. How to Apply: Email a single PDF (max 5 MB) including cover letter, CV, publication list, third-party funding info, short motivation on research and teaching interests, and contact details of two references. To: application@c3s.uni-frankfurt.de Use CIB_2025_C3S in the subject, so that your application can be considered. Deadline: 12 Nov 2025 Contact: Prof. Dr. Oskar Hagen Computational Integrative Biodiversity (CIB), C3S Goethe University Frankfurt am Main application@c3s.uni-frankfurt.de Notes: Do not send original documents; application costs are not reimbursed. Prof. Dr. Oskar Hagen Professor for Mechanistic Modelling of Biodiversity and Ecosystems Goethe University Frankfurt (GU Frankfurt) Center for Critical Computational Studies (C³S) Senckenberg Biodiversity and Climate Research Centre (SBiK-F) IKB-Gebäude, 2. Stock Eschersheimer Landstraße 121 60322 Frankfurt am Main www.hagen.bio "Hagen, Oskar" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Postdoctoral Research Position, Drosophila microbiota The Jani lab at the Pacific Biosciences Research Center of the University of Hawai??i, M??noa, is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher to work on a project that aims to understand the stability and function of animal-associated microbiota when faced with pathogens and environmental perturbations. The project leverages both laboratory Drosophila melanogaster and wild Hawaiian Drosophila species to understand interactions between the microbiome and pathogens in the context of environmental stressors. The successful candidate will design and execute laboratory studies on the microbiota of Drosophila ; conduct bioinformatics and data analyses; expand the field aspect of the project. There are opportunities to expand the research based on the incumbent???s specific research interests as they align with the overall project objectives. To apply, go to the job listing on the U. Hawaii website. Email questions to jania-at-hawaii.edu. Andrea Jani (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** PhD and Postdoctoral Opportunities in Ecological and Evolutionary Immunology The Symbiommunity Lab (PI Lauren Fuess) at Texas State is recruiting candidates for two open PhD positions (fall 2026 admission) and one open postdoctoral position (start by August 2026). Our group studies the causes and consequences of immune variation, with a particular focus on the roles of symbiotic interactions. Most of our current funded work is focused on Cnidarians, but opportunities to work in other taxa may arise. To learn more about our research, visit our webpage: fuesslab.wp.txstate.edu. Texas State University is an emerging research university on track to reach R1 status in 2026. In expanding our research scope, the university has designated four key focus areas, one of which is water resources. This emphasis acknowledges the historic strength of the Biology Department in aquatic research. Furthermore, following recent hires, our department also has robust expertise in symbiosis biology and evolutionary ecology. Texas State is located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, proximal to two major cities: Austin and San Antonio (both approximately 30 min drive). PhD Positions- Admitted PhD students will work on projects related to ecological and evolutionary immunology, primarily in cnidarian systems. Students in the Symbiommunity Lab receive training in a range of integrative approaches including microscopy, biochemical assays, next generation sequencing (transcriptomics, genomics, single cell sequencing, etc), and physiology. Opportunities exist to work on several NSF funded projects (https://tinyurl.com/yzxyy4u2). Students will receive a competitive package consisting of 9 months guaranteed stipend at a rate of $3,512.85/month. Stipends will be provided for a minimum of 4 years for students with a MS degree, 5 years for those with a BS. Tuition support and summer salary are also provided through funded grants. Support packages are provided as a combination of departmental support (TAs) and external funding (RAs). Postdoctoral Positions- The selected postdoctoral researcher's primary role will be to support a recently funded NSF project investigating the link between bleaching recovery and disease susceptibility in cnidarians (NSF Award 2440978). Opportunities will exist it contribute to other projects focused on understanding the roles of symbiotic interactions in driving variation in host immunity across scales. The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for leading studies investigating the association between bleaching recovery and disease susceptibility in cnidarians. This project will involve experimental work with the Aiptasia model system including husbandry, experimental design, and bioinformatic and biochemical sample analysis. The primary project is laboratory based, though opportunities for field work related to other projects may arise. The postdoc will also have opportunities to collaborate on other ongoing projects involving diverse cnidarian systems. Mentorship is a key component of work in the Symbiommunity lab. The selected applicant will be expected to contribute to the mentoring of other students in the lab, including co-supervising undergraduate research projects. The postdoc position is available for a minimum of two years, subject to annual performance review. This duration could be extended contingent upon funding. For more information on both positions please visit our webpage at: https://fuesslab.wp.txstate.edu/opportunities/. Full application instructions are found there. Application review will begin on November 1st and continue until suitable applicants are identified. Questions can be emailed to PI Lauren Fuess (lfuess@txstate.edu). Dr. Lauren E. Fuess Assistant Professor Department of Biology 5307 Ingram Hall Texas State University San Marcos, TX 78666 lfuess@txstate.edu fuesslab.wp.txstate.edu "Fuess, Lauren" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** TWO YEAR POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN EVOLUTIONARY GENOMICS AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDE The Purcell lab at the University of California, Riverside is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to lead research on the evolution of a supergene polymorphism shared across hundreds of ant species and 20 MY of evolutionary history. The focal supergene is associated with complex social traits, including variation in ant colony queen number, sex allocation, and queen size. Please check out some of our recent publications for more information: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=JFmZEsIAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=ao We are also interested in investigating the evolution of chromosome structure, especially in regions with long-term recombination suppression. The successful candidate will be able to contribute to the analysis of a large, multi-species genomic dataset (including short-read and long-read WGS, RADseq, and RNAseq) and to writing resulting scientific articles. Training is available, but prior experience with genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics is preferred. Applicants with prior research experience studying supergenes, inversions, sex chromosome evolution, and/or social arthropods are also preferred. Members of the research group and department are friendly and collaborative, and we are looking for a team member who will appreciate regular interactions with labmates and colleagues. The ideal candidate will be able to: - Analyze genomic data on a high performance computing cluster - Interact and share their knowledge with graduate and undergraduate researchers - Identify new research avenues to pursue with available data and - Write scientific articles The postdoctoral fellow would also have the opportunity, if desired, to participate in outreach and to formally mentor undergraduate researchers. The fellow would join an active, collegial institution with a vibrant community of evolutionary genomics researchers spanning multiple departments. If interested, please send a cover letter describing your prior experience, interests, and potential fit to the position along with your CV and contact information for two referees to Jessica at jpurcell@ucr.edu. Review of application materials will begin on November 3, 2025, but applications will be considered until the position is filled. The preferred start date for this two year position is January 2026, but there may be some flexibility for the ideal candidate. "jessica.purcell@ucr.edu" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************PostDocs******************** Molecular Systematist, Western Australian Museum We are looking for a Molecular Systematist for a project on carabid beetles of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. We seek someone with experience in phylogenomics and laboratory techniques, who works in the area of biodiversity (e.g. phylogenetics, biogeography, speciation research). Experience in entomology is welcome but not necessary. There is substantial scope for this person to develop the project into research areas of personal interest if it includes carabids and phylogenetics. This is a 3-year position, based at the Western Australian Museum, in Perth. This project is in collaboration with Kip Will (University of California, Berkeley) and Renee Catullo (University of Western Australia). Project funding covers genomics, fieldwork, and a research assistant to manage the collection. This position includes 4 weeks paid annual leave and 2 weeks sick/carers leave, plus 12% superannuation (a retirement account, which foreign nationals may withdraw in some circumstances when leaving Australia - see ato.gov.au). For details please visit https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/page.php?pageID=160&windowUID=0&AdvertID=392581 For additional information please contact Nik Tatarnic at nikolai.tatarnic@museum.wa.gov.au Nikolai Tatarnic Terrestrial Invertebrates Curator Collections and Research Centre 49 Kew Street, Welshpool Perth / Boorloo, WA 6106 Postal address: Locked Bag 49, Welshpool DC WA 6986 P. 08 9212 3791 museum.wa.gov.au Join us @wamuseum The WA Museum values sustainability. Please consider the environment beforeprinting this email. Nikolai Tatarnic (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Population Genomics Data Analysis Course & Workshop (register now as few places are left!) Themes: Population Genomics, Molecular Ecology, Conservation Genetics. Next Gen Sequencing Data & key computational approaches. Instructors include experts: Eric Anderson, Ellie Armstrong, Paulette Bloomer, Jessica Da Silva, Paul Hohenlohe, Marty Kardos, Brenna Forester, Chris Funk, Paul Grobler, Will Hemstrom, Gordon Luikart, Monica Mwale, Rena Schweizer, Robin Waples, Paulette Bloomer, Sandi Willows-Munroe, and more. When: December 7 - 12, 2025. Plus an optional December 13 - 16 field trip to Kruger National Park Where: University of Pretoria, South Africa (https://www.up.ac.za/ ). Details and registration: see https://www.umt.edu/congen/africa/ Course Objective: To teach conceptual and practical aspects of data analysis to understand the evolutionary and ecological genomics of natural and managed populations. Emphasis is on next-generation sequence data analysis and interpretation of output from important statistical approaches, software, and bioinformatic pipelines. You???ll learn crucial steps of filtering (Hemstrom et al. 2024, Nature GR). Sessions allow hands-on analyses of your data with instructors. Who should apply: Advanced Undergrads, M.S. & Ph.D. students, post-docs, PIs (agency biologists), and faculty??? who have some understanding of population genetics & ecology. BEFORE the course: Tutorials are given on Zoom before the course to help you learn Linux & R. Links to video recordings of past ConGen lectures. A field trip to amazing Kruger National Park is the 4 days after the course. Publication: We will likely publish together a meeting review (as below) to help advance the field and improve your ability to publish. Schweizer et al. 2021: doi.org/10.1093/jhered/esab019; Stahlke et al. 2020: doi.org/10.1093/jhered/esaa001; Hendricks et al. 2018: doi.org/10.1111/eva.12659 Leif Howard Research Assistant Flathead Lake Biological Station "Howard, Leif" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear all, There are only a few seats left for the upcoming Physalia online course "Bioinformatic Analysis of Transposable Elements" taking place 3-7 November. Course website: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/course24/ ) This 5-day hands-on course covers the full spectrum of transposable element (TE) analysis, including: TE discovery and annotation TE classification and manual curation TE insertion polymorphism analysis Differential expression and functional genomics of TEs The course combines short lectures with extensive practical sessions, allowing participants to work on real datasets and discuss their own projects. This course is designed for biologists at any career stage interested in TE analysis and de-novo annotation of repetitive elements in non-model genomes. For the full list of our courses and workshops, have a look at: ( https://www.physalia-courses.org/courses-workshops/course24/ ) Best regards, Carlo Carlo Pecoraro, Ph.D Physalia-courses DIRECTOR info@physalia-courses.org mobile: +49 17645230846 ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/physalia-courses-a64418127/ ) "info@physalia-courses.org" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************WorkshopsCourses******************** Dear all, We invite you to attend the course New Technologies for Developmental Evolutionary Biology Studies (3rd edition), which will take place December 15th-19th 2025 at Universidad Aut�noma de Madrid, Spain. This link provides all the information about the course, which is partially sponsored by the Centro de Investigaci�n en Biodiversidad y Cambio Global (CIBC-UAM ), the Sociedad Espa�ola de Biolog�a Evolutiva (SESBE ) and the Departamento de Biolog�a (UAM). This course, with a strong theoretical foundation and an intense practical component, aims to update students' knowledge in evolutionary developmental biology and stimulate their creativity, expanding the range of techniques to be used in their research projects. Topics covered: * comparative transcriptomics * single cell transcriptomics * bulk transcriptomics * spatial transcriptomics * ATAC-seq technique * phylogenomics * comparative genomics * gene regulation * plastic phenotypes * evolutionary novelties Eligibility and application process Candidates must send an email to the following address, ecoevodevo.cibc@gmail.com, indicating their name, position, and their home institution. In addition, they should attach a letter of motivation to attend the course, by november 15th. Students will be selected based on their motivations and interests. Admitted students will be informed on november 17th. The acceptance email will provide the necessary instructions for registration and payment of fees. Important Program Dates: application opens: october 20th, 2025 application due: november 15th, 2025 decisions sent: november 17th, 2025 early registration: november 24th, 2025 late registration: november 30th, 2024 program begins: december 15th, 2024 Course Fees: CIBC members: * early registration: 200 euros (before november 24th) * late registration: 230 euros non-CIBC members: * early registration: 230 euros (before november 24th) * late registration: 260 euros The Spanish Society for Evolutionary Biology (SESBE ) will fund the registration of five participants who are members of the society (become a member here) . All the information for the course is avalable at: https://sites.google.com/view/evodevo2025/home Kind regards, The organizers: Cristina Grande, Patricia �lvarez-Campos, David Foronda y David Buckley David Buckley Dpto. Biolog�a (Gen�tica) y Centro de Investigaci�n en Biodiversidad y Cambio Global (CIBC-UAM) Universidad Aut�noma de Madrid (UAM) c/ Darwin 2, 28049-Madrid, Spain https://www.researchgate.net/profile/David_Buckley4 https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=qEFTmfkAAAAJ David Buckley Iglesias (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Dear all, Please find below a description of the interdisciplinary colloquium « New Challenges Induced by Microbiomes » (REVMICNAT6) (funded by the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS) via the GDR REVMICNAT : https://www.sb-roscoff.fr/fr/revmicnat and https://www.sb-roscoff.fr/en/revmicnat). Anyone is invited to attend. Feel very free to advertise by forwarding this email to anyone you may think would be interested. The GDR REVMICNAT offers to contribute (partially or fully) to one more contributed talk : if you have something you would like to share with us about microbiomes, and you would like your talk to be selected, please simply email a title and an abstract to : epbapteste@gmail.com before November 10th 2025. The event is free, hybrid (attendees can join either in person or virtually) but upon registration by email before November 28th to : epbapteste@gmail.com. When emailing, please let me know whether you would prefer to attend virtually or in person (40 seats, on a first serve, first come basis). It will take place within the University Jussieu, Jussieu Campus, on December 12th 2025. Kind regards, Eric Bapteste and Fabrice Not. Provisional program : 9:00-9:05: A few welcome words. Dr. E. Bapteste (CNRS, ISYEB, Paris, France) 9:06-9:26: Today's Biology: Soil microbiota and sustainability. Pr. Marc-André Sélosse (MNHN, France) 9:27-9:47: Today's Biology: TBD. Dr. Catherine Larose (CNRS-Université Grenoble Alpes, France) 9:48-10:08: Today's Biology: Microbiomes myths and misconceptions. Dr. Alan Walker (University of Aberdeen, Scotland) 10:09-10:29: Today's Biophysics: The physiology of microbial interactions: new lessons from considerations on microbial dispersal and diet preferences. Dr. Johannes Keegstra (ETH Zürich, Switzerland) 10:30-10:50: Today's Biology: Environmental microbiome resilience and climate change. Dr. Ashley Shade (CNRS, Ampère, CNRS/Ecole Centrale de Lyon/INSA Lyon/Université Claude Bernard, France) 10:55-11:15: Sustainable food : Microbial solutions for global challenges. Dr. Joshua Evans (Sustainable Food Innovation Center for Biosustainability, Technical University of Denmark, Denmark) 11:16-11:36: Ethnology : Ethnology of microbiomes in cheese. Dr. Élise Demeulenaere (Centre Alexandre Koyré, UMR 8560 CNRS - Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales - Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle, Aubervilliers, France) 11:37-11:57: Sports: The role of microbiomes in athletic performance. Dr. Jeremy Koenig (Halifax, Canada) 13:30-13:50: Art: Museology and microbiomes. Dr. Adam Bencard (University of Copenhagen, Department of Public Health, Medical Museion and CBMR, Denmark) 13:51-14:11: Diffusion: Microbiomes and citizen sciences. Pr. Rob Dunn (Department of Applied Ecology, NC State University, USA) 14:12-14:32: Architecture: Architecture and microbiomes. Dr. Cédric Libert (MArch AA School of Architecture London, UK) & Dr. Francesca Guerrieri (Centre Recherche sur le Cancer, Lyon, France) 14:33-14:53: Semiotics: Semiotics and microbiomes. Pr. Jocelyne Arqembourg (Université Sorbonne Nouvelle, Paris, France) 14:54-15:14: Today's Biology: Evolution of microbiomes. Dr. Rafael Ponce-Toledo (Sorbonne-Université, France) 15:15-15:35: Tomorrow's Biology: Microbiomes and mining. Dr. Laura Hug (U. Waterloo, Canada) 15:40-16:00: Art: Microbiomes and art. Pr. François-Joseph Lapointe (Université de Montréal, Québec, Canada) 16:01-16:21: Tomorrow's Biology: Principles underlying cross-kingdom molecular connections. Dr. Rebecka Sepela (Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Harvard University, Cambridge, USA) Dr. Eric Bapteste Department of Computational and Quantitative Biology, UMR 7238 Sorbonne Université-CNRS, Campus Pierre et Marie Curie, Building A - 4th floor, room 427, 4, place Jussieu, 75005 Paris France - *Nouveaux livres* pour enfants et curieux: (*Collection: les Petits Darwin*) *"Qui vit le plus longtemps?" (Collection les Petits Darwin, Amazon)* "Le monde surprenant des microbes: virus, bactéries, archées (2ème édition)(Collection: les Petits Darwin, Amazon) "Tout se transforme! Comment marche l'évolution" (2ème édition (Collection: les Petits Darwin, Amazon) Livres pour adultes: *"La Vie élastique. Révolutions dans le vieillissement?" (Belin, 2025)* "Tous entrelacés! Des gènes aux super-organismes, les réseaux de l'évolution" (Belin) "Les gènes voyageurs: l'odyssée de l'évolution" (Belin) "Conflits intérieurs: fable scientifique" (Editions Matériologiques) Bapteste Eric (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** Dear evoldir members, Next January: 21st to 23rd, we will host the Biennial Meeting of the Spanish Society of Evolutionary Biology in Valencia (Spain). We have extended the deadline for submitting abstracts until October 22nd https://sesbe2026.es/abstract/ The X Meeting of the Spanish Society for Evolutionary Biology, SESBE 2026, will feature a diverse array of topics in evolutionary biology, including population genetics, molecular evolution, evolutionary developmental biology, phylogenetics and phylogenomics, evolutionary ecology and palaeobiology, among others. The meeting will bring together leading keynote speakers from various fields, both emerging and established, and will include contributed scientific presentations (oral and poster). It will provide an excellent setting for networking and discussions with fellow researchers, as well as an opportunity to explore the vibrant city of Valencia. Preeliminar program with confirmed keynote speakers: https://sesbe2026.es/programme/ On Behalf of the organizing committee. Mireia Coscoll�, PhD. http://www.mireiacoscolla.com/ Head of PathoGenOmics at I2SYSBIO https://www.i2sysbio.es/groups/23/ Mireia Coscolla (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca) ********************Conferences******************** At the upcoming PAG 33 meeting, we will once again host the Genomes for Conservation of Critically Endangered Species (https://intlpag.org/PAG33/). The workshop will be held on Friday, January 9th, from 10:30 AM to 12:40 PM. We are soliciting abstracts from interested individuals and groups to present at the workshop. Any projects that currently involve (or may in the future involve) nanopore sequencing are appropriate for consideration. This includes wet lab and bioinformatic methods, de novo genome sequencing projects, population genetic projects, outreach initiatives, or other projects derived from participation in generating the primary genomic resources for species of conservation concern. To submit an abstract, please email it in any format to the workshop organizer before Monday, October 27th. Selected abstracts for oral presentations will be ~15 minutes long. Presenting authors will be contacted by October 30th to provide a title. Early bird registration is ending soon (Oct. 31st) with rates increasing on Nov. 1st; however, workshop speakers are able to obtain 'early-bird' registration rates after November. Last year's program can be found here: https://plan.core-apps.com/pag32/event/ccb7e3a674d26e5273e1670285c87c72 If you have questions, please get in touch! Jill Wegrzyn jill.wegrzyn@uconn.edu "Lambert, Karelyn" (to subscribe/unsubscribe the EvolDir send mail to golding@mcmaster.ca)