Conference · Environment & Sustainability
BOSC 2026
Since 2000, BOSC has covered all aspects of open source bioinformatics and open science. BOSC 2026, the 27th annual Bioinformatics Open Source Conference, took place July 14-15 in Washington, DC, as part of ISMB 2026. The program included two keynote speakers, Eric Green and Maryam Zaring…
In short
BOSC 2026 is a conference on environment & sustainability taking place in Liverpool, United Kingdom, from 18–22 Jul 2027. It is organised by Open Bioinformatics Foundation.
About this event
Since 2000, BOSC has covered all aspects of open source bioinformatics and open science. BOSC 2026, the 27th annual Bioinformatics Open Source Conference, took place July 14-15 in Washington, DC, as part of ISMB 2026. The program included two keynote speakers, Eric Green and Maryam Zaringhalam, and two panels on important and timely topics: Policies and Strategies for Resilient Open Science and Open Source in the Age of AI.
CollaborationFest, our post-BOSC collaborative work event, took place the two days after ISMB (July 17-18, 2026). A recap of CoFest 2026 will be coming soon.
Join us for BOSC 2027 in Copenhagen (part of ISMB/ECCB 2027) two days between July 18-22, 2027.
KEYNOTE: Eric Green From the Human Genome Project to the Realization of Genomic Medicine: A Scientific, Medical, and Societal Journey
KEYNOTE: Maryam Zaringhalam Science for the People: Open science to engage and build trust with communities
To participate in BOSC 2026, you will need to register for ISMB 2026. Those who submit abstracts to BOSC can request a fee waiver on the submission form. You can also apply for an OBF Event Award; the deadline is April 1.
Quick answers
When is BOSC 2026?
It takes place from 18–22 Jul 2027.
Where is BOSC 2026 held?
In Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Who organises BOSC 2026?
Open Bioinformatics Foundation.
Listed by the organizer on 6 Nov 2026. Check dates and fees on the official website before booking travel. Report a problem with this listing.