Summer Symposium

Biochemistry Summer Symposium 2026

The Biochemistry Graduate Society (BCGS) is pleased to host the 16th Annual Biochemistry Summer Symposium on Friday, July 31st, 2026 in the Whale Atrium, Core Science Facility, Memorial University of Newfoundland.

The symposium brings together undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty, and staff from the Department of Human Biosciences to showcase research, exchange ideas, and celebrate the outstanding research taking place within our department. The event features oral and poster presentations, a keynote lecture, networking opportunities, and presentation awards.

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Kyly Whitfield
Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Applied Human Nutrition
Mount Saint Vincent University

Keynote Lecture: Thiamine deficiency in Cambodia: beriberi and beyond

Please see the symposium poster below for additional event information.

Biochemistry Summer Symposium Poster 2026