EMC 2028 brings together scientists, technologists, industry leaders, and innovators from around the world to celebrate the latest advances in microscopy and to foster collaboration across disciplines. This congress represents a unique opportunity to exchange knowledge, explore emerging technologies, establish new partnerships, and contribute to shaping the future of our field.

We are delighted to host this edition in Barcelona, a city renowned for its vibrant scientific community, strong culture of innovation, international connectivity and its warm, open character. The Barcelona International Convention Centre (CCIB), set right on the seafront, provides an exceptional venue for scientific exchange, networking, and engagement between academia and industry.

Throughout the congress, you will have access to an outstanding scientific program, cutting-edge technology exhibitions, lively discussions, and numerous opportunities to connect with colleagues and partners from across the global microscopy community. We encourage you to take full advantage of these experiences, share your expertise, and explore new ideas that will drive future discoveries and innovations.For those wishing to arrive a little earlier, we warmly encourage you to take part in the pre-congress workshops on the 16th and 17th September, nearby the historical building of the University of Barcelona. These hands-on sessions offer a chance to dive deeper into specific techniques and topics in a smaller, more informal setting, and are of particular interest to young scientists and students looking to sharpen their skills and connect with senior researchers before the congress officially begins.

Beyond the congress itself, we hope you will enjoy the rich cultural heritage, welcoming atmosphere, and unique character of Barcelona, making your time with us both professionally rewarding and personally memorable. This is a wonderful week to visit the city: by late September, Barcelona has shed the summer heat and settled into some of its finest days, when the city’s streets and squares come alive with local festivities, music, and a distinctly festive spirit. We hope you will step outside the congress halls after the conference, stay for the weekend, and let that energy be part of your experience here.

Thank you for being part of EMC 2028. Your presence and your contributions are what will make  this congress a truly inspiring and impactful event.

We wish you a productive, successful, and thoroughly enjoyable stay in Barcelona.

Welcome to EMC 2028!

Sincerely,