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2026

43rd Annual Scientific Session of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology

September 16–18, 2026 • Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Our institute supports and promotes SRBC 2026, the 43rd edition of the Annual Scientific Session of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology, organized by Babeș-Bolyai University, the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, and the Cluj-Napoca Branch of RSCB. The event brings together leading researchers in cell biology, molecular medicine, and innovative therapies.

Invited Speakers

Raymond Schiffelers – UMC Utrecht Michael R. Ladomery – University of the West of England Loredana Saveanu – Bichat Medical School, Paris Adrian Constantin Apetri – Johnson & Johnson Gabriel Ichim – Cancer Research Center of Lyon Denisa Hathazi – University of Cambridge

Main Topics

Biochemistry and molecular biology Molecular medicine, genetics, and biomarkers Molecular biology and biochemistry in metabolic diseases Molecular diagnostics and therapy in non-communicable disorders (cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, neurological disorders) Virtual reality applied in university education and medical practice Cell therapy, stem cell research, immunotherapy Drug targeting, disease diagnosis, and cell pathophysiology Doctoral students' session

Session Program

View Session Program (PDF)

Venue: Regional Center of Excellence for Creative Industries (CREIC), 2–4 Tiberiu Popoviciu Street, 400647 Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Dates: September 16–18, 2026

Contact: vlad.toma@ubbcluj.ro

Event Information Registration Form SRBC Website

On 29 June 2026, the centenary of Professor Nicolae Simionescu was commemorated. Professor Simionescu was a co-founder of the "Nicolae Simionescu" Institute of Cellular Biology and Pathology (ICBP-NS) of the Romanian Academy and one of the pioneers of modern cell biology in Romania.

The commemorative event was organized by the Biological Sciences Section of the Romanian Academy, in partnership with the Institute of Cellular Biology and Pathology "Nicolae Simionescu". The session, entitled The Legacy and Scientific Contributions of Academician Nicolae Simionescu, was held in the Aula of the Romanian Academy.

The event was opened by Academician Maya Simionescu followed by presentations highlighting Professor Nicolae Simionescu's pioneering scientific achievements, his enduring legacy, and his lifelong commitment to educating and mentoring future generations of researchers.

The ceremony brought together members of Professor Simionescu's family, representatives of the Romanian Academy, members of the scientific community, long-standing collaborators, and young researchers from the ICBP-NS community.

The event provided an opportunity to honor Professor Nicolae Simionescu's outstanding scientific legacy, reflect on his lasting impact on biomedical research, and celebrate the values of excellence, dedication, and mentorship that continue to inspire new generations of scientists.

• To the IBPC team: Let's meet on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 12:30 in the "George Palade" Auditorium to evoke together the personality of Professor Nicolae Simionescu, Co-founder of our Scientific House.

2025

• 17^th December 2025 - 46^th Annual scientific symposium ICBP-NS-Progress in translational research of the cardiovascular system for human health

• 11^th December 2025 - Acad. Maya Simionescu, Doctor Honoris Causa of the University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Sciences and Technology of Targu Mures

• 2 decembrie 2025-Două cercetătoare de la Institutul de Biologie și Patologie Celulară „Nicolae Simionescu”au câștigat Bursa L’Oréal-UNESCO 2025

• 20^th -21^st November 2025 – 42^nd Annual Scientific Session of the Romanian Society of Cell Biology, Bucharest

• 4^th February 2025 - Tributary session: In Memoriam Prof. Nicolae Simionescu 27^th June 1926 – 6^th February 1995