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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
SUMMARY:2026 GCC GCC2026
DESCRIPTION:### Overview\nThe 2026 Galaxy Community Conference (GCC2026) brings together the Galaxy community for a multi day gathering focused on open data analysis\, collaboration\, and community building. Hosted in Clermont-Ferrand\, France\, GCC2026 features a mix of keynote talks\, community presentations\, hands on training\, and opportunities to connect with researchers\, developers\, educators\, and users who rely on Galaxy for data analysis. The event is organized to foster discussions about the Galaxy ecosystem\, share latest developments\, and shape the project through community input and collaboration.\n\n### Program and Highlights\nThe conference program includes invited keynotes\, community submitted talks\, and open discussions. Highlights include Galaxy Live\, a live on stage reveal of new Galaxy features\; a keynote on large scale sequencing data chaired by Rayan Chikhi\; and Galaxy Community Update sessions that provide state of the ecosystem from core contributors. A panel discussion format encourages open conversations on issues most important to attendees and practitioners\, while sessions on Galaxy in research illustrate practical applications of the platform to cutting edge science. A dedicated area for Fellowships explains funding opportunities to help attendees participate\, with details about support from the JXTX Foundation\, the JJ Fund\, and the Galaxy Community Fund.\n\n### CoFest and Additional Activities\nFollowing the main conference\, GCC2026 offers CoFest\, a two day hands on collaborative event where participants self organize into groups to contribute to new tools\, workflows\, documentation\, tutorials\, or community infrastructure. CoFest welcomes participants of all technical backgrounds and emphasizes collaboration\, mentorship\, and shared ownership of future Galaxy improvements. Attendees can also explore travel details and local culture in Clermont-Ferrand\, a city noted for its volcanic landscapes and historic architecture\, with opportunities to experience regional gastronomy and university life.\n\n### Format and Tracks\nThe GCC2026 program blends talks\, tutorials\, and training with informal networking and discussions designed to spark new collaborations. Tracks cover developments in Galaxy\, real world research applications\, and community infrastructure. The schedule page provides guidance on sessions\, timings\, and room assignments\, while the highlights page collects notable talks and open discussions for attendees to explore in depth.\n\n### Speakers and Organizers\nKey speakers include Galaxy project leaders and guest speakers who will present on current Galaxy capabilities and future directions. The conference is hosted by Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA) in Clermont-Ferrand\, reflecting a strong local support network for open science and bioinformatics. The event also outlines fellowship eligibility and application deadlines to support attendees from diverse backgrounds.\n\n### Who Should Attend\nGCC2026 is designed for researchers\, students\, developers\, educators\, and practitioners who use or contribute to Galaxy. It offers practical training\, opportunities to learn about new features\, and a chance to influence the roadmap of Galaxy through community feedback and collaboration. Attendees should expect a mix of formal presentations and hands on activities\, plus networking with peers and potential collaborators from around the world.\nhttps://galaxyproject.org/events/gcc2026?ref=ainave
LOCATION:Clermont-Ferrand\, France\, FR
URL;VALUE=URI:https://galaxyproject.org/events/gcc2026?ref=ainave
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