Mark your calendars and submit your abstract for the multidisciplinary meeting on biological noise
Connect with Leading Scientists for the SMBE Satellite Meeting on Origin, Maintenance and Evolution of Biological Noise
Join us for a unique and dynamic gathering in Tübingen, Germany, from 3rd to 5th June 2025, as we delve into the fascinating world of Biological Noise.

The Society of Molecular Biology and Evolution (SMBE) Satellite Meeting on Origin, Maintenance and Evolution of Biological Noise will bring together a diverse community of researchers – theoreticians, molecular biologists, population geneticists, system biologists, and philosophers – to bridge disciplinary boundaries and develop a unified understanding of this fundamental biological phenomenon.
According to Dr. Luisa Pallares, head of the Max Planck Research Group on Evolutionary Genomics of Complex Traits, and who is hosting the meeting:
"My lab studies the genetic basis of phenotypic variance and developmental robustness, including theoretical models to understand how such noise-related traits can evolve. We felt the need to create a dedicated space to discuss the current status of research on biological noise and to form a network of labs interested in similar topics. We are extremely excited that this meeting got funding from the SMBE, and particularly so because it will be hosted by our lab here in Tübingen."
With less than 40 spots available, don't miss this opportunity to:
- Network with leading experts from diverse fields.
- Gain valuable insights into the latest research on biological noise.
- Contribute your research by submitting an abstract by 28th February.
- Engage in stimulating discussions on noise’s origins, maintenance, and evolutionary implications at various biological levels (molecular, transcriptional, phenotypic, and population).
A Unique Interdisciplinary Experience
This three-day in-person event will foster a collaborative environment where scientists can:
- Explore the interplay between variability, volatility, bet-hedging, plasticity, resilience, and error-prone molecular systems.
- Establish common principles that govern the emergence and significance of noise across different biological scales.
- Shape the future of research on biological noise.
Join us in Tübingen: Register here
Meeting co-organizers: Daniel Weinreich (Brown University, USA), Ignacio Bravo (CNRS, FR), Julien Dutheil (MPI for Evolutionary Biology, GER), and Luisa Pallares (Friedrich Miescher Laboratory of the Max Planck Society, GER).