Bioinformatics Open Days 2026


About us

Student-led initiative, first held at the University of Minho, Braga, in 2012!

Aimed to promote knowledge exchange between students, teachers and researchers from the Bioinformatics and Computational Biology fields.

Travel Guide

How to join us

Know before you go! See our travel guide for details on how to get to the event here. Questions? Feel free to ask!

Location

Held in Braga, at the University of Minho - Campus of Gualtar.
Stay

Find some of the best stays in Braga, with options for every budget.
Transportation

Learn about the best travel options to get here with no hiccups.

Calls for Submissions

The submissions for the 2026 edition are now OPEN!
Want to share your research in the field of Bioinformatics? This is your chance!

We reserve the right to reject submissions that violate the Submission Guidelines.
Please read them before submitting.

Guidelines Submit Work
  • 1

    Read the Guidelines

    Before submitting your poster or oral presentation, read these guidelines!

  • 2

    Submit Your Work

    Fill out this form with your work by December 19th, 2025 (don't forget the attachments)!

  • 3

    Don’t miss out!

    Stay connected with BOD on social media for the latest updates. We're looking forward to seeing you there, on March 25-27, 2026!

Registration until March 24

We have options for everyone! Find the best one for you.

NEBiUM Member

17 €

Exclusive deal for NEBiUM members.

  • Admission for the 3 days of the event
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • Workshop registration
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Student

22,5 €

For Bachelor, Master's and PhD students

  • Admission for the 3 days of the event
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • Workshop registration
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Standard

40 €

For non-students who want to register for the entire event

  • Admission for the 3 days of the event
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • Workshop registration
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Daily

25 €

To register in a particular day

  • Single-day admission to all activities (social dinner not included)
  • If you choose the 26th:
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • If you choose the 27th:
  • Workshop registration 25€ -> 12€
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Group Pack

20 € /per person

For a shared experience with others. Available only to parties of 6 or more students

  • Includes, for each member:
  • Admission for the 3 days of the event
  • 10% discount on the registration fee
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • Workshop registration
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Presenters

75 €

For presenters of oral communications, posters and software

  • Admission for the 3 days of the event
  • Informal Dinner (BBQ)
  • Formal Dinner
  • Workshop registration
  • Presentation at the event
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