OILS26 – From Bit to Bench, taking place on 20 October 2026 at the University of Zurich, Switzerland. Under the theme “Shaping sustAInable & ethical innovation in life sciences,” OILS26 brings together researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs, students and industry representatives to explore how AI is reshaping the life sciences.

This year’s theme, “The Future is Open: Innovating at the Nexus of Academia and Industry”, highlights the growing importance of open and collaborative approaches in addressing critical scientific challenges.