The 21st International Conference on Genomics (ICG-21) will be held from September 7 to 8, 2026, at the BGI Center in Yantian, Shenzhen, China!
Under the theme “Bio-Generative Intelligence for Health,” ICG-21 will focus on the new era of artificial intelligence and healthcare transformation, highlighting how AI and multi-omics are reshaping the frontiers of life science. Upholding its founding vision of “Omics for All,” this year’s conference will explore how genomic technologies can better serve individuals and society. The event will bring together leading scholars, industry experts, science communicators, and cross-sector partners from around the world to share the latest advances in genomics, artificial intelligence, healthcare, and life sciences.
On the morning of September 7, the “ICG-21 Science Popularization Carnival” will take place. Dr. Yin Ye, CEO of BGI Group, will join a lineup of renowned science communicators to bring the public an inspiring feast of science communication, blending science with the humanities.
On September 8, the Academic Conference will feature keynote presentations, thematic seminars, and cross-sector dialogues organized around five core directions: Health, Beauty, Longevity, Wisdom, and Well-being. Through these discussions, the conference will examine how artificial intelligence is transforming life science and how genomic innovation can create broader benefits for humanity.
Since its inaugural session in 2006, the International Conference on Genomics has journeyed through two decades of discovery. As an interdisciplinary and international platform for academic exchange, ICG has helped advance genomics from the laboratory into everyday life. Today, it stands as one of the most influential annual gatherings in global life sciences, having witnessed and contributed to major breakthroughs from the first draft of the human genome to precision medicine and synthetic biology.
I. Conference Information
Conference Dates: September 7–8, 2026
Location: BGI Center, Shenzhen, China
Theme: Bio-Generative Intelligence for HealthII. Organizers
Hosting Organizations: BGI Group; BGI-Research
III. Conference Registration
Registration is now open. The registration fee includes conference materials, coffee breaks, and lunch. Accommodation and transportation are not included.
Registration Fee:
- General participants: RMB 800 per person
- Students/Postdoctoral fellows: RMB 500 per person
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IV. Poster Submission
We sincerely invite young scholars and students to share their latest research findings. Outstanding posters will receive awards and be recommended to partner journals.
Submission Deadline: August 28, 2026
Submission Email: icg@genomics.cn
V. Exhibition
The conference will feature a technology and industry exhibition area covering genomics, synthetic biology, precision medicine, healthcare, and related fields. Companies are welcome to contact us for exhibition opportunities.
Contact Email: icg@genomics.cn
VI. Contact Us
For more information, please feel free to contact us:
Conference Secretariat Email: icg@genomics.cn
More information available at: http://icg.bio
We look forward to welcoming you to ICG-21 in Shenzhen, China!