Following the success of the previous editions, the European Society of Photobiology is pleased to announce the 7th Edition of the ESP Photobiology School, which will be held in beautiful Brixen-Bressanone (South Tyrol, Italy) from 16-22 June 2024.
Details of the School program and registration and logistic information are available at the page https://www.photobiology.eu/photobiology-school
The purpose of the ESP Photobiology School is to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of all main aspects of photobiology, covering the basic principles of photobiology as well its applications in very diverse, multidisciplinar fields, e.g., from understanding the effects of climatic changes to light sensing by living organisms, the effects of light on plants, animals and humans, and the uses of light in biology and medicine.
The course is primarily designed for PhD students and postdocs, and is open also to MSc students and professional scientists wishing to get an introduction to the photobiological sciences.
The School includes basic and advanced special lectures presented by leading experts in the fields of Physical & Chemical Photobiology, Environmental Photobiology, Sensory Photobiology, Plant Photobiology, Human Photobiology, Photomedicine, and Photodynamic Therapy.
The students will also have the opportunity to present their results at a poster session. The posters will be evaluated by the lecturers of the School and the presenter of the best poster will be awarded a travel fellowship to present the poster at the next ESP Congress. In addition, an optional short final test is offered at the end of the course and an exam certificate is provided after evaluation of the exam results. Passing the exam will entitle students to apply for the ESP supplement to the Ph.D. Degree.
Also, the school has a very rich social program aimed at promoting networking among students. This aspect is highly valued by students as it enables scientific collaborations and personal relationships beyond the boundaries of the school.
We look forward to welcoming you in Brixen!
Massimo Trotta, President
Santi Nonell, Director
Giorgia Miolo, ESP Treasurer and Local Organiser