In addition to its original approach based on photoantimicrobials, the PanEuCOPT COST Action is especially paying attention to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including SDG5 on Gender equality!
@costprogramme.bsky.social
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Within our action:
π©βπ¬ 56% of our participants are Women!
π©βπ¬ 44% of our leadership roles belong to Women!
And special kudos to the Action Chair Prof. Bianka Siewert (@biankas.bsky.social) who put our application together πͺπΏππΎ
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Antimicrobial resistance is a global problem, and we address it with light! π‘
Within the PanEuCOPT COST Action, the contribution of all the Women members is celebrated today at the occasion of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
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π Exciting News!
Weβre thrilled to announce our first keynote speaker for the ESP Junior Meeting 2026:
Dr. Nicoletta Ligouri, ESP Young Investigator awardee 2025! π
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March 26β27, 2026 - online
π Donβt miss out β secure your spot now: forms.gle/sd1WXsBRGNBw...
@nikinikki87.bsky.social
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π€ Workshop Announcement
We are excited to welcome Fernando GomollΓ³n-Bel, Co-founder of Agata Communications, who will lead our 2nd workshop during the meeting.
π More information: www.photobiology.eu (Upcoming and Recent Events)
π© Contact: juniorespmeeting@gmail.com
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π The ESP Photobiology School returns June 15β20, 2026 in BrixenβBressanone! Dive into the science of light with top experts + a vibrant student community. π Lectures β’ πΌοΈ Posters β’ π€ Networking β’ π Exam option β’ Details + registration: www.photobiology.eu/photobiology...
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Two Big Updates for the 2nd ESP Junior Meeting!
β³ Only two weeks left to register!
Join us on March 26β27, 2026 for this free online event dedicated to young photobiologists-donβt miss out!
π Register here: forms.gle/Cd7gyu2HjxSV...
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Thanks to @thesciencegoat.bsky.social for highlighting the aims of our Action!
Get ready for an active 2026!
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βΌοΈThis was also a great opportunity to introduce the @paneucopt.bsky.social initiative, where Bianka Siewert and collaborators aim to shape the PACT research that takes place in Europe, aiming to increase the confidence from our stakeholders!
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πDonβt miss it! Secure your spot & register today: forms.gle/o9fRCKbQ8H5d...
Learn more about Photochemical and Photobiological sciences: link.springer.com/journal/43630
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Ukraine has a strong photobiology tradition and is a vital part of European research. ESP reaffirms its commitment to freedom, independence, democracy, and self-determination, and stands with Ukrainian researchers sustaining science under extraordinary conditions.
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π Please share with colleagues and networks!
#Photobiology #Science #Ukraine #UkrainianScientists #EuropeanScience #ESP
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Membership pre-application renewal | ESP - European Society for Photobiology
Free ESP membership for Ukrainian scientists in 2026!
ESP will waive 2026 membership fees for any scientist affiliated with a Ukrainian institution who wishes to join.
π How to join: www.photobiology.eu/membership-p...
#Photobiology #Science #Ukraine #UkrainianScientists #EuropeanScience #ESP
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Follow us for more updates! π
Exciting news are coming! π
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With her presentation "Porphyrin-Based Photosensitizers: Light-Activated Strategies to Control Antimicrobial Resistance" she introduced her audience, students and researchers, into the field of antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy, highlighting the importance of our COST Action PanEuCOPT.
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π― We highlight today the participation of Amparo Faustino at the "Workshop of Nanomaterials and Advanced Photronics: Biological and Environmental Applications", at the Universidade de Aveiro.
A fantastic work from our co-chair! π
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π Abstracts are still open for #ASP2026! Join us at the 43rd American Society for Photobiology Meeting, May 16β19, 2026 in Scottsdale βοΈπ¬ All areas of photobiology welcomeβstudents encouraged! Submit today βΌοΈ π docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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18.12.2025 08:53 β π 6 π 4 π¬ 0 π 0
Seasonal Greetings from the European Society for Photobiology | ESP - European Society for Photobiology
β¨ Seasonβs Greetings! β¨
Seasonal greetings from our President, Dr. PΓ₯l Kristian Selbo:
www.photobiology.eu/seasonal-greetings-european-society-photobiology
ESP wishes you all a nice end of the year and a great 2026 full of photobiology πβ¨
Thank you for being part of the photobiology community π
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We also heard Joanna Nakonieczna (University of GdaΕsk and Medical University of GdaΕsk), a MC member from our COST Action presenting "Photodynamic Inactivation as a Strategy for Biofilm Eradication"! π‘
Follow us for more updates on our Action and the scientific research of our members! π―
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Paula Bourke (University College Dublin) showed us the "Potential for Cold Plasma-based therapies for Orthopaedic Infection, Prevention and Control", as part of a long-term collaborative project!
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Last week we had the opportunity to hear the Webinar organized by the ESCMID Study Group for Biofilms, with Helena BujdΓ‘kovΓ‘ as chair! π¦
We discuss on the newest advances in "Innovative strategies for biofilm eradication and new possibilities in tackling biofilm associated infections" π
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A reminder for tomorrow's Webinar!
Don't miss this chance to learn more about light-driven strategies against biofilm development!
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Link to the registration
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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πΊ Chair: Helena BujdΓ‘kovΓ‘, ESGB
Speakers:
πΊ Joanna Nakonieczna (University of GdaΕsk) - "Photodynamic Inactivation as a Strategy for Biofilm Eradication"
πΊ Paula Bourke (University College Dublin) - "Potential for Cold Plasma-based therapies for Orthopaedic Infection, Prevention and Control"
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π¬ Don't Miss the Next Biofilm Corner Webinar! π¦
Join the ESCMID Study Group for Biofilms (ESGB) for a fascinating webinar on "Innovative strategies for biofilm eradication and new possibilities in tackling biofilm associated infections".
π
When? Wednesday, 10th December β° Time: 14:00 - 15:00 CET
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www.photobiology.eu/memoriam-mig...
More about the life, contributions and achievements of this fantastic previous ESP president, researcher, mentor, scientist, friend of the #photobiology community
We miss him deeply π€
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Very soon we'll start working on WG applications, so don't hesitate to visit our current website (www.cost.eu/actions/CA24...) and consider joining in this effort!
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Co-Creating Ireland's Public Involvement in Open Research Roadmap
ENGAGED is building a national roadmap to shape public involvement in open research in Ireland. We believe that research can and does play an important role in tackling societal challenges.
Organic synthesis | Methodology | Catalysis | CβH functionalization | Arynes β¬’ Mechanochemistry β¬ Dept. of Chemistry β BMC, Uppsala University, Sweden.
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From Science to Policy-Making
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Associate Professor (W2) @UniGoettingen & @MBExC, alumna of Feringa Lab & KΓΆnig Lab, #casfutureleaders, she/her.
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IZTECH-Chemistry, I like to be Polymath(learning different subjects), Polygot(interested in the learning different languages) comments and opinions are my own RTβ is not endorsement (he/him)
European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) enables researchers and innovators to set up their own interdisciplinary research networks in Europe and beyond. Funded by the European Union. #COSTactions
Training initiative of @costprogramme.bsky.social
to support COST Action networks. We organise training, workshops and webinars for COST Action participants. #COSTAcademy
Dad, Punk Rocker, Scientist, Ocean Lover.
Working with the Functional Metabolomics Lab on developing mass spec tools to understand microbial communities.
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marine microbiologist, evolution of symbiosis, sponges! aquaculture, marine natural products
Associate Professor at the Laboratory of Microbiology
Find me in Wageningen, Groningen or below sea level
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#naturalproducts #ethnobotany #massspec #metabolomics #infectious disease #scicomm
Assistant Professor | Penn State
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Bioinformatics
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Scientist, artist, educator, chef, fisherman, outdoor enthusiast, bookworm, linguist, peacemaker, volunteer, etc. in no particular order.
Please don't ask because I will not date you, I will not send you money, and I will not be your disciple. Thanks.
Web development, data management and visualizations. Consulting services for scientific and r&d communities. https://www.researchelements.org/
Mum | Marine scientist researching photosynthesis, sustainability and conservation in our coastal seas | Associate Professor (Docent) at UmeΓ₯ University, Sweden | Editor-in-Chief Aquatic Conservation | #FirstGen
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