Want to know the latest trends in microbiome research? Don't miss the chance to meet world-class masters right here in Taiwan!
Why You Should Be Here
If you work in microbiome research, you have probably heard of Rob Knight and Peer Bork. These two world-class scientists will come together in Taiwan to share the latest international progress and trends in microbiome science. It's a rare opportunity to meet them face-to-face, gain fresh ideas, and expand your global perspective.
Speakers
Professor Rob Knight
- •Professor at University of California, San Diego (UCSD)
- •Co-founder of the Earth Microbiome Project
- •Founder of the American Gut Project
- •Author of the popular science book Follow Your Gut: The Enormous Impact of Tiny Microbes
- •Elected to the U.S. National Academy of Engineering in 2024
Prof. Rob Knight is a pioneer in computational microbiology and microbial ecology. He has advanced the large-scale sequencing and analysis of microbial communities worldwide, influencing research in health, disease, and sustainability.
Professor Peer Bork
- •Interim Director at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)
- •Key contributor to the MetaHIT Project
- •Co-discoverer of the gut microbiome "enterotypes"
- •Developer of widely used bioinformatics tools (EggNOG, iTOL, SPIRE, etc.)
Prof. Peer Bork specializes in computational analysis of gut and environmental microbiomes. His work focuses on extracting diagnostic and predictive biomarkers from large-scale genetic and metabolic data.
Highlights
The two speakers will present the latest global developments and trend insights in microbiome research. Whether your interest is basic science, applied research, or interdisciplinary collaboration, you will gain valuable inspiration and opportunities for international connections.
Don't Miss This Opportunity
Join us for this rare chance to meet international masters in person.
Stay tuned for our program updates to get the latest information and keep pace with the frontiers of global microbiome research.