Latin America Bioimaging

About

ABOUT

Latin America and the Caribbean comprise a vast and diverse region with significant disparities in scientific development and infrastructure. Based on a solid belief that international cooperation is essential to encompass the challenges of modern science, Latin America Bioimaging (LABI) has quickly emerged as a pioneering regional initiative aimed at harnessing the transformative power of collaboration to drive research innovation and address both regional and global challenges. We aim to unite imaging scientists, facility staff, technology and software developers with researchers to address complex biological challenges using bioimaging technologies, thereby accelerating our understanding of health and disease.

Our events bring together leading voices from the Latin American bioimaging ecosystem and international partners to foster dialogue, innovation, and collaboration. Under the theme “From Pixels to Knowledge”.

PROGRAM

PROGRAM & TOPICS

The LABI Meeting 2026 invites us to come together once again, this time in November 23th to 25th at Centro de Convenciones, Ciudad del Saber, Panamá, with additional satellite workshops taking place before and after the main event.

Under the theme “From Pixels to Knowledge: Integrating Imaging, Omics and Data”, the 2026 meeting will focus on two major pillars:

Nov 23 – Imaging & Omics in Action: Bridging imaging with multi-omics on biodiversity and biomedical research

Nov 24 – Big Data, Repositories & Infrastructure: Scalable, FAIR, AI-ready data solutions appropriate for Latin America

Nov 25 – Facility Visits & Outreach ActivityOn-site Facility tours and an outreach activity to promote visibility and community science

Through structured networking sessions, roundtables, and technical sessions, these two days will help define a roadmap to bridge the gap between infrastructure, technology, and real-world impact.

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to engage in Hands-on satellite workshops

REGISTRATION

IMPORTANT DATES

Registration Opens: June 2, 2026

Early Bird Deadline: July 20, 2026

In-Person Registration Deadline: August 31, 2026

Virtual Registration Deadline: October 31, 2026

Travel Grants: Not confirmed

Registration

The LABI Meeting 2026 is committed to inclusivity and collaboration within the bioimaging community across Latin America and the Caribbean. We welcome researchers, facility managers, data scientists, industry professionals, and students at all career stages.

How registration works?

Registration is a two-step process:

Submit this form — Complete and submit your Pre-registration .
Receive your payment link — Before the Early Bird period closes, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions to complete your payment. Your spot will be secured once payment is processed.