Join the global cell biology community in Philadelphia, December 6-10, 2025

Get ready for an extraordinary week of science, connection, and collaboration at Cell Bio 2025, the joint meeting of ASCB and EMBO. Taking place December 6–10 in Philadelphia, this event gathers together the cell biology community to share science, support one another, and spark new ideas. It’s a space to connect with colleagues, celebrate discoveries, and grow together as a field.

Meet the Keynote Speakers

Cell Bio 2025 features four keynote speakers who are redefining the frontiers of cell biology:

These distinguished scientists will share major insights from their research, ranging from the molecular machinery of life to large-scale cellular organization, offering a powerful start to each day’s programming.

Explore the Symposia Lineup

Symposia sessions at Cell Bio 2025 are designed to showcase high-impact research across the full spectrum of cell biology. This year’s confirmed symposia speakers include:

• Guoqiang Bi – University of Science and Technology of China
• Lillian Fritz-Laylin – HHMI; University of Massachusetts Amherst
• Amy Gladfelter – Duke University
• Robert Insall – University College London
• Nicole King – HHMI; University of California, Berkeley
• Gaia Pigino – Human Technopole
• Michael P. Rout – The Rockefeller University
• Xin Sun – University of California, San Diego
• Minoru Takasato – RIKEN Center for Biosystems Dynamics Research
• Christina Towers – Salk Institute for Biological Studies
• Jie Xiao – Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

With topics spanning imaging innovations, developmental biology, organoid systems, intracellular dynamics, and more, the symposia offer something for everyone—from early-career researchers to seasoned investigators.

Prepare Your Abstract: Submissions Open Mid-June

Thinking about presenting your research at Cell Bio 2025? Abstract submissions open in mid-June, and the meeting provides a prime opportunity to share your work with peers, gain feedback, and increase visibility within the global cell biology community.

Key deadlines to keep in mind:

• September 3, 2025, at 9:00 pm ET – Abstract submission deadline for consideration as a talk or poster.
• October 8, 2025, at 9:00 pm ET – Final poster-only abstract submission deadline.