1st Interdisciplinary Conference: Bridging Biology and Chemistry

From Molecular Synthesis to Biological Function and Application

Date: October 3, 2026
Location: Bissell Library upper level, Campus, Anatolia American University, Thessaloniki
Language: English
Participation: Free – Registration Required

The Department of Biological Sciences, School of Science and Technology of Anatolia American University will host a one-day interdisciplinary conference exploring the interface between chemistry and biology, with a strong emphasis on educational, concept-driven scientific presentations.

The conference will feature invited talks by faculty from Anatolia American University, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Democritus University of Thrace and other external institutions, as well as short student oral presentations and poster sessions. The event is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as post-doctoral and faculty members, with an interest in chemical and biological sciences.

Student participation is a central component of the conference, providing an opportunity to engage with current research directions in Greece, gain exposure to interdisciplinary scientific approaches, and develop skills in scientific communication within an academic setting.

Thematic Areas Include:

• Synthetic and medicinal chemistry targeting biological systems
• Chemical biology and biochemistry
• Microbial ecology and antibiotic discovery
• Biomolecular interactions and structure–function relationships
• Biotechnology and metabolic engineering

Registration

Registration is open to both presenters and attendees who wish to participate in the conference. All individuals planning to attend must complete the online registration form and indicate whether they will participate as presenters (oral or poster) or attend as observers. Registration is free of charge but required for organizational and logistical purposes. Early registration is encouraged, as capacity may be limited. Participants intending to present should also consult the Call for Abstracts below for submission instructions and requirements.

Call for Abstracts

Researchers and students are invited to submit abstracts presenting original work aligned with the conference themes. Contributions that emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, particularly those that are both novel and educational in nature, are especially encouraged.

Abstracts must be submitted in English and will undergo review by the Scientific Committee. 

Detailed submission guidelines and deadlines can be found below. For additional information, inquiries may be directed to the administrative secretary of the conference This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Schedule

To be announced

Invited Speakers

To be announced

Committees

Organizing Committee

Scientific Committee

• Andreas Anestis
• Eleftheria Barlaka
• Mary Kalamaki
• George Leonidis
• Iliana Michaelidou

Submission Guidelines

Researchers and students are invited to submit abstracts presenting original work aligned with the conference themes. Submissions are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, post-doctoral researchers, researchers from the industry, government and non-governmental institutions.

Abstract Format

• Abstracts must be written in English and limited to 300 words maximum
• Abstracts should be submitted as free text (no required section headings)
• A graphical abstract or figure is encouraged to visually summarize the work
• Submissions should be prepared in a clear, readable format (PDF or Word file)

Author Information

Each submission must include:

• Title of the presentation
• Full names of all authors, with the presenting author clearly indicated (e.g., underlined)
• Institutional affiliations
• Email address of the presenting author
• Preferred presentation format (oral or poster)
• Thematic area description

Submission Process

Abstracts must be submitted by July 20, 2026, via the registration form below

REGISTER HERE

Authors will receive confirmation of receipt upon submission.

Review and Acceptance

All abstracts will undergo review by the Scientific Committee to ensure relevance, clarity, and scientific quality. Authors will be notified of acceptance following the review process.

Presentation Format

• Accepted contributions may be presented as oral or poster presentations
• Oral presentations are allocated 15 minutes, including discussion and questions
• All regular presentations will be delivered in person

Registration and Participation

The conference is free of charge. All participants must complete registration in advance and indicate whether they intend to present or attend as observers.

Publication

Accepted abstracts will be published electronically in the official conference abstract booklet/proceedings.

For additional information, please contact the conference organizers via the official conference email.