Call for abstracts: Phytobiomes Alliance Workshop at PAG 2027

22 October, 2026 News

Abstracts for proposed talks are now being accepted for individuals interested in presenting their research at “The Uniqueness and Commonalities Between Plant, Animal and Soil Microbiomes” workshop organized by the Phytobiomes Alliance during the Plant & Animal Genome Conference 34 (8-12 January 2027 – San Diego, CA, USA).

The workshop will take place on Sunday 10 January from 4:00 to 6:10pm.

Workshop Outline

Microbiome-influenced traits in plant, animal and soil systems have the potential to benefit their hosts as well as the environment in many ways, including resistance to disease and pests, efficient nutrient utilization, improved food quality and safety, and resilience in managed and natural ecosystems. This workshop will explore advances in our knowledge of the complexities and dynamics in these microbial ecosystems as a foundation for developing strategies to intentionally modulate microbiomes.

Abstract submission deadline: Friday 6 November 2026, 23:59 US Eastern Time.

All submissions will be reviewed by the workshop organizers.

Abstracts should not exceed 250 words.

Please read before submitting your abstract:
  • PAG is an in-person meeting. All sessions will take place at the Town & Country Resort in San Diego (CA, USA) and all presenters must attend in person. There is no virtual option.
  • The Phytobiomes Alliance does not provide travel support to attend the PAG conference or the workshop.
  • All selected speakers will have to register for the PAG conference to present at the workshop. Workshop speakers are guaranteed the early registration discounted rates.
  • PAG rules: Workshop speakers may not give the same or a highly similar talk in more than one PAG workshop, or repeat a talk they gave in the same workshop the previous year.
  • We are using an online platform to streamline the abstract submission and review. You will need to create a free account on the online platform to be able to submit your abstract.
To submit an abstract:
  1. Go to: https://app.oxfordabstracts.com/stages/83843/submitter
  2. Create an account
  3. Complete the form
  4. Click “Submit”