Cristina smiling
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Meet our keynote speakers 💁♂️
CRISTINA VALDIOSERA (@universidadburgos.bsky.social)
Cristina is a leading expert in ancient human DNA, focusing on the genomic history of past populations and the impact of cultural shifts on human evolution.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
Ed showing a replica of a skull.
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RICHARD GREEN (UCSC Paleogenomics Lab)
Ed is a pioneer in developing novel molecular and computational approaches to recover, sequence, and analyze DNA from challenging, low-quality samples.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
Katja sampling a gorilla skull.
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KATERINA GUSCHANSKI (@kguschan.bsky.social)
Katerina is expert in using genomics of museum collections to explore primate evolution, conservation genetics, and the historical impact of environmental change.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Stockholm in only 83 days 😍
Our conference will be packed with exciting oral presentations 💁♂️, poster sessions 🧾, coffee breaks ☕, and pre-conference workshops 👷♀️
Take a look at the preliminary program ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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MIKKEL WINTHER PEDERSEN (@mikkelwp.bsky.social)
Mikkel is a pioneer in the use of sedimentary ancient DNA to reconstruct past ecosystems and track changes in biodiversity.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
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LUCY VAN DORP (@ugiatucl.bsky.social)
Lucy is a leading expert in ancient microbe research, using ancient DNA to reconstruct the origins, evolution, and spread of major human pathogens throughout history.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
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PONTUS SKOGLUND (@crick.ac.uk)
Pontus is a leader in developing cutting-edge computational methods and statistical tools for the analysis of highly degraded ancient DNA.
Conference info & registration 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
Just one week until the Early Bird registration for #ICP2026 closes 🐦📝
We still have spots for the (free) gala dinner at the Stockholm City Hall, but they are running out *fast*.
You don't want to miss out!
Register now 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org/registration/
In case you live under a 🪨:
Early Bird registration for #ICP2026 is OPEN 🐦📝
The places for the dinner at the beautiful Stockholm City Hall (free 🤑) are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Secure your spot by registering now 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org/registration/
Information on registration fees for ICP2026
Picture of Stockholms City Hall.
Early Bird registration for #ICP2026 is now OPEN 🐦📝
IMPORTANT: places for the Conference Dinner at Stockholm City Hall (free of charge) are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Secure your spot by registering soon 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org/registration/
We are not planning to extend the deadline for abstracts 🫠
However, we think ICP2026 will be a great ancient DNA event so we encourage you to register, which will open soon 📝🤩
WOW❗🤯
The amount and quality of the abstracts we've received have completely blown us away! More than 300 abstracts from researchers at all levels and from 33 countries.
We will communicate the selected talks and open registration soon 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
#ICP2026 will be UNMISSABLE 😍💪
Aerial image of Riddarholmen, a small island part of Gamla Stan, the historical centre of Stockholm.
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LAST CALL ☎️
Abstract submission for #ICP2026 closes on November 30th❗
Don't miss the opportunity to showcase your exciting ancient DNA research next summer 🦴🦣🐕👨🔬🧬
Abstract submission and more info here 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
We are looking forward to welcoming you to beautiful Stockholm!
Beth smiles at the camera.
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Meet our plenary speakers 💁♂️
BETH SHAPIRO (@ucscgenomics.bsky.social)
Beth is a leader in the study of ancient DNA from extinct species and is now trying to develop tools to de-extinct prehistoric life.
Conference info 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
⚠️ Abstract submission closing soon, 30th Nov! ⚠️
⏰ The clock is ticking❗
LESS THAN 10 DAYS LEFT to submit your abstracts (30th Nov).
Do it here👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org/abstracts/
Many of you are asking for the registration fees 💸. We are still working out the details, but we estimate 400-500€ for regular attendees and 300-400€ for students.
Meet our plenary speakers 💁♂️
JOHANNES KRAUSE (eva.mpg.de)
Johannes' research has made major contributions to our understanding of human pathogens, hominin evolution, and the peopling of Europe.
Conference info 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
⚠️ Abstract submission open! (deadline 30th Nov) ⚠️
Christina Warinner posing for a picture.
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CHRISTINA WARINNER (@harvard.edu)
@christinawarinner.bsky.social investigates ancient microbiomes to reveal insights into the diets and health of past human populations.
Conference info 👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
⚠️ Abstract submission open! (deadline 30th Nov) ⚠️
Professor Ian Barnes casually poses for a picture
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IAN BARNES, Professor at
@nhm-london.bsky.social
Ian is a pioneer in the use of #ancientDNA to investigate evolution and extinction in Late Pleistocene mammals and other wild fauna.
Full info👉 icp2026.palaeogenomics.org
⚠️Abstract submission open! (deadline 30th Nov)
🦴🧬🦴🧬🦴
Abstract submission is now open for the 1st International Conference on Palaeogenomics!
June 23–26 2026, in Stockholm.
Join researchers from across the field for 4 days and >100 talks (+ poster sessions)!
Submit abstracts here 👉
icp2026.palaeogenomics.org/abstracts/
Deadline: Nov 30th
The FIRST International Conference on Palaeogenomics will happen in Stockholm, Sweden, June 23-26, 2026!
Topics will encompass all corners of ancient DNA research, from humans to wildlife and sediments🧬🦣💀🦠
Save the dates ✅
Check the website icp2026.palaeogenomics.org and follow us for updates!