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Our Vision
Promote teaching, learning and research on biochemistry in Portugal and abroad, as well as to stimulate scientific enlightenment in this field of knowledge;
Bring together all Portuguese or foreign citizens interested in biochemistry from a pedagogic, cultural and scientific point of view; this society is dynamic and flexible, as it allows its members to create interest groups or autonomous affiliated societies;
Sponsor scientific meetings accordant to SPB's goals, as well as the National Congress of Biochemistry, which presently takes place every two years;
Award studentships to young scientists or undergraduate students to defray part of the costs of participation in meetings abroad or in the National Congress of Biochemistry;
Promote the scientific exchange with its international partners (member of the FEBS Council and IUBMB council, as well as associate of PABMB, IUPAB and EBSA).
SPB News
XXII SPB National Congress of Biochemistry, Aveiro, October 24-26, 2024
The upcoming XXII National Congress of Biochemistry is centered around the theme "Next-Gen Biochemical Challenges Across Borders". It serves as the pivotal gathering for the Portuguese Biochemistry Academy, facilitating the exchange and dissemination of cutting-edge research in Biochemistry, spanning both fundamental and applied aspects. This event champions the advancement of science, technology and innovation through constructive dialogue, collaborative sharing, and a spirit of conviviality, fostering a vibrant community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of knowledge in Biochemistry. Registration and Call for Abstracts are open.
Biomolecular Horizons 2024
This important forum will bring together three prestigious congresses, each with a strong history of attracting the Bioscience and Biotechnology communities to discuss and examine the latest developments and research: 26th Congress of the IUBMB - 17th Congress of the FAOBMB - 22nd ComBio Conference (ComBio). The Early Bird Registration is open with a deadline of May 31, 2024.
48th FEBS Congress
The annual FEBS Congress is one of the most visible activities of FEBS. As one of the largest bio-congresses in Europe, attracting up to ~2000 attendees, the Congress provides a platform for international scientific exchange and showcases the newest developments in biochemistry, molecular biology and related areas.
23rd FEBS Young Scientists' Forum, Pavia, Italy, June 26-29, 2024
The YSF 2024, a satellite meeting of the 48th FEBS Congress, will bring together talented postdocs and PhD students who are working in the molecular and cellular biosciences. FEBS will financially support participation of successful YSF applicants in both the YSF and the ensuing Congress. YSF applications deadline: December 7, 2023.
20th International Symposium of the Portuguese Society for Metabolic Disorders (SPDM), Aveiro, April 5-6, 2024
The annual symposium of SPDM will take place in Hotel Meliá Ria Aveiro, addressing “The changing paradigm of Inherited Metabolic Disorders in Portugal” on April 5, followed by a satellite meeting focused on “Phenylketonuria under the spotlights” on April 6.
30th Porto Cancer Meeting, i3S, Porto, May 9-10, 2024
The XXX Porto Cancer Meeting will focus on RNA biology and its implications in cancer and will explore the relevance of the multiple layers of RNA regulation in cancer progression as well as the opportunities they generate for cancer treatment.
Champalimaud Research Symposium 2024 - Cancer & Physiology Edition
This symposium will focus on The ‘Ecology’ of Cancer: Understanding and Targeting Cancer-Host Interactions, and aims to bring together a diverse range of researchers to explore fundamental aspects of cancer initiation and progression within the organism's broader context. Registration and Call for Abstracts are open. Deadline: July 12. SPB members can request access to a promocode to obtain a discount on their registration fee.
Supported by the Program FACC from FCT