ICGEB-DRTC FLY-NEUROCAN Workshop: Frontiers in Drosophila Research for Neurodegeneration and Cancer (https://www.icgeb.org/icgeb-drtc-fly-neurocan-workshop-nigeria-2026/)

15 – 26 June 2026, Ibadan, Nigeria

Organiser: Amos Abolaji (Drosophila Research and Training Centre, Basorun, Ibadan, Nigeria). Co-organiser: Emanuele Buratti (ICGEB Trieste, Italy)

Contact: info@drosophilartc.org

Deadline for receipt of applications: 15 January 2026. Call for application will open in due course

The ICGEB–DRTC FLY–NEUROCAN Workshop is a 10-day intensive program designed to advance research in neuroscience and cancer. In week 1, 15 participants will focus on neuroscience, while week 2 will engage another 15 participants in cancer research. Across both weeks, a total of 30 early-career and established scientists will gain comprehensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on expertise using Drosophila melanogaster as a powerful model organism.

Topics: Participants are expected to select one out of the two available tracks: Neurodegenerative Disease (Week 1) and Cancer (Week 2). Translational Insights & Clinical Relevance; Drosophila Genetics, Genetic Manipulations; Modeling Parkinson’s Disease, ALS & Cancer in Drosophila; Advanced Imaging & Data Analysis; Functional and Molecular Assays in Neurodegeneration and Cancer; Tumour Microenvironment and Signaling Pathways; Omics Approaches in Disease Modelling.

Participants: Minimum of an MSc in biomedical sciences. Quality of application, including vision, purpose and need for practical hands-on experience. Registration fee of €100 (Euro).

Funding: We will ensure that five (5) ICGEB grants will be available to cover accommodation, meals and all related training costs for nationals of ICGEB Member States residing outside of Nigeria and 5 within Nigeria. The theoretical sessions will be hybrid, attracting over 300 participants from all over the world.