25th international meeting of the European Light Microscopy Initiative

Overview

This conference will take place at EMBL Heidelberg, with the option to attend virtually.

Registration is not yet open for this event. If you are interested in receiving more information please register your interest.

Conference overview

Founded in 2001, the European Light Microscopy Initiative (ELMI) was established to create a pivotal communication network among European scientists involved in light microscopy and equipment manufacturers. Its primary goals are to advocate for light microscopy as an essential research tool in the life sciences and to enhance communication among researchers, core facilities, and the industry.

The 2025 edition of the European Light Microscopy Initiative 2025 Conference sees a return to the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg, for the first time since 2010. With EMBL’s tradition of excellence in light microscopy, this event promises to be a highly interactive and engaging experience making full use of the purpose-built Advanced Training Centre venue and the EMBL Imaging Centre.

Highlights of the 2025 conference will include traditional company workshops, an international line-up of speakers, a comprehensive exhibition, and a dedicated community workshop room where participants can engage directly with experts and peers. These sessions are specifically designed to facilitate learning, collaboration, and innovation among attendees from across the microscopy community.

Preliminary programme

• Please note that the programme is subject to change. Some speakers may need to join virtually to give their talk.
• For registered participants, recorded talks will be accessible on demand for 4 weeks after the end of the event, unless indicated otherwise.

Industry workshops

A significant feature of ELMI 2025 is the opportunity for delegates to participate in company workshops. Companies have the opportunity to use one of the 18 workshop rooms available in the Advanced Training Centre (ATC) and Imaging Centre (IC) to conduct their sessions. Workshops will be scheduled into the programme on the afternoons of Wednesday 4th June 2025 and Thursday, 5th June 2025. Private demos may be arranged outside of the scheduled workshop sessions during venue hours, while open demos outside the main programme are not permitted. Workshop rooms can be arranged as desired, within their specific layout limitations. Please refer to the room profiles and essential information below.

Room locations

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• Courtyard Rooms A & B, FlexLabs A&B, as well as microscopy rooms 116a, 116b, 116c, 117a and 117b are on the same level as the Main Auditorium in the Advanced Training Centre.
• Helix A & B, Rooftop A & B are located in the upper levels of the Advanced Training Centre.
• Seminar rooms 104, 114, 125 and the Lecture Hall 103 are located on the Level 0 of the Imaging Centre.

Workshop room profiles

All rooms are different, with unique measurements, features, equipment and access dates. Please ensure that the workshop room specification meets your requirements. The seats will be arranged in a theatre-style layout.  Please pay particular attention to your power and AV requirements, access requirements (door and lift dimensions), and set-up time required. 

ROOM ACCESSIBILITY: All rooms are accessible via lifts and internal walkways, some of which include stairs and ramps. Please consult the floorplans for further details.

POWER SUPPLY: Power supply specifications for each room are detailed in their respective descriptions. If you require an upgrade, please coordinate with the sponsorship organiser before booking the room.

BOOKING DURATION: While some rooms are available for the entire event, others are only reserved for certain workshops. Please review each room’s description under “Room Usage and Booking Period.”

DOOR ACCESS: Rooms available for the full duration of the conference are equipped with double doors and stair-free access. Ensure the room you select meets these criteria to accommodate your equipment. Larger equipment cannot be accommodated in rooms with single doors.

LOGISTICS: Delivery cases and exhibition materials will be stored free of charge for the duration of the event. Comprehensive logistical information will be provided in the exhibitor manual. For any preliminary information, please reach out to the sponsorship coordinator.

FREE REGISTRATION: Each workshop room booking includes one complimentary registration.

Exhibition

The exhibition at ELMI 2025 offers an excellent opportunity to network with companies across Europe, strengthen existing relationships, explore demonstrations of the latest equipment and technology, and more. The exhibition will be held throughout the duration of ELMI 2025, providing exhibitors with an opportunity to engage with participants during conference breaks. Exhibition stands are positioned in the main Foyer, where all coffee breaks and lunches occur.

The following options are available:

• Exhibition booth allocation will be conducted randomly by the organisers.
• The exhibitor manual and a list of additional equipment will be provided eight weeks prior to the event.
• Each exhibition booth includes a specific number of conference tickets for booth staff. Please refer to the above table for details.
• Booths with a 4 m² option are situated on an elevated stage. Organisers will strive to attract participant engagement to these stands.
• In the event that all exhibition booths are fully booked, interested companies may be placed on a waiting list.

Sponsorship

Companies that have reserved exhibition stands and workshop rooms at ELMI2025 can further strengthen their presence by selecting additional opportunities to increase their visibility before and during the event. Below is a table detailing all the currently available options:

Media Partnership

If you are interested in becoming a media partner of this event, please visit our media partnerships webpage.