03/08/2010

Once a year, students make a great effort to organize the "Vienna Biocenter PhD Student Symposium" which is carried out in collaboration with other members of the Campus Vienna Biocenter.

In an informal setting, leading scientists present their latest discoveries within the symposiums' selected range of topics. Poster sessions and round tables provide the opportunity for lecturers and students to discuss and expand their experience. Particular emphasis is placed on aspects relevant to society, like ethical implications of research.

This year's VBC Student Symposium "Origin of Life" will take place at the Vienna Biocenter from November  18^th to 19^th 2010. The symposium will cover topics such as the chemical and biological origin of life and evolution, the rise and extinction of species and also life under extreme conditions. Renowned scientist from physics, chemistry and molecular biology will present and discuss their most recent findings.

For more information please visit the "Origin of Life" website.