The 12th ELIXIR All Hands meeting will take place from 8 to 10 June 2026 in Lyon, France. This annual event brings together members of the ELIXIR community from across the ELIXIR Nodes, along with collaborators from partner organisations, to review ELIXIR’s achievements, ongoing activities and future plans.
It is an in-person meeting, with the programme primarily focused on attendees who can join onsite. However, remote access will be available for workshops and select parts of the programme.
The programme is being finalised and updates will be provided here as soon as confirmed.
Hybrid or streaming options
To accommodate diverse participation needs, there will be multiple ways to engage with the sessions. Below is an overview of the formats.
Plenary talks and Mini-symposia
These sessions will be streamed. A presenter will deliver content to both in-person attendees and remote participants via Zoom.
Remote access features:
Remote attendees will be able to view the presentation and access the slides but won't be able to participate actively
Questions for speakers will be limited to in-person attendees
Workshops
Workshops will follow a hybrid format to facilitate broader interaction. These sessions may include presentations, panel discussions, training opportunities or question and answer sessions. Both in-person and remote attendees can participate.
Remote engagement features:
Clear audio with microphones and amplification if needed
Access to slide decks via screensharing
Visuals of the presenter (where supported by the technology)
Remote presentations by speakers, if applicable
Participation in discussions, including asking and responding to questions
Text-based interactions through tools like Slack or Slido
To ensure a smooth experience, dedicated support will be available for session chairs, ensuring all attendees can engage effectively.
Available tools
A range of tools may be used to enhance interactivity, depending on the organiser’s preferences. These may include:
Slido
Mentimeter
Slack channel
