The Advancing Morphogenetic Biosciences & Bioengineering Symposium brings together visionary researchers working at the intersection of mechanobiology, morphogenesis, physiology and mechanics, and AI in biology. The symposium aims to foster collaboration and explore transformative ideas in understanding how multicellular systems coordinate signals across spatial and temporal scales to build, maintain, and repair complex tissues.
By integrating cutting-edge experimental approaches—including advanced imaging, organoid platforms, and quantitative biosensors—with AI-enhanced computational modeling and predictive “digital twin” frameworks, the symposium will showcase interdisciplinary advances that bridge developmental biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative medicine. Featuring plenary sessions, a trainee poster session, and panel discussions on image analysis, the symposium is designed to catalyze new partnerships and define emerging directions in morphogenetic bioengineering with vast translational potential for wound healing, cancer biology, and precision health applications.
The symposium will be held on June 25, 2026. It is hosted by the NSF EMBRIO Biology Integration Institute, the NSF RECODE project at the University of Notre Dame, and the newly formed Notre Dame Morphogenetic Bioengineering Institute (ND-MBI). Early bird registration deadline is May 22.