Ascona Workshop: Statistical and AI methods for multi-modal multi-scale modeling of biological systems
28 June - 3 July 2026 at Congressi Stefano Franscini on Monte Verità in Ascona, CH
Organizers: Niko Beerenwinkel (ETH), Valentina Boeva (ETH), Peter Bühlmann (ETH), Wolfgang Huber (EMBL)
Scope
The conference “Statistical and AI methods for multi-modal multi-scale modeling of biological systems” will address critical challenges in integrating and interpreting vast multi-modal datasets across different biological scales. This conference builds on a successful series of previous meetings at the Congressi Stefano Franscini, which have attracted top international experts from leading institutions globally.
The event will bring together leading researchers from fields such as statistics, artificial intelligence (AI), molecular biology, and biomedicine to explore cutting-edge methods for analyzing complex biological systems. Key topics will include multi-modal data integration, the use of deep learning and AI for high-dimensional data interpretation, and multi-scale modeling of biological processes. The conference will also cover AI’s role in understanding dynamic biological systems and its potential to transform experimental design.
We aim to foster collaboration between quantitative researchers and biologists, providing a platform for interdisciplinary exchanges. Early-career scientists will be strongly encouraged to participate, with dedicated opportunities for poster presentations and contributed talks. This conference will not only showcase the latest advancements in AI and statistical modeling for biology but also pave the way for new research partnerships and innovations, helping to shape the future of biological research globally. The conference will be a forum for exploring the potential of AI in revolutionizing biological research and will facilitate collaborations that bridge traditional statistical methods with novel AI approaches. The event will offer networking opportunities, contributing to the continued growth of computational biology and AI-driven scientific discoveries.
These questions will be explored by an interdisciplinary group of speakers and participants.
Program
TBC
How to participate
Pre-registration will in autumn 2025.
Dates
Deadline for pre-registration: TBC
Notification and invitation to register: TBC
Deadline for registration: TBC
Workshop: 28.6. - 3.7. 2026 (Sunday evening till Friday noon)
Location
Congressi Stefano Franscini, Monte Verità, Ascona, Switzerland
For more information on how to get there, visit https://csf.ethz.ch/monte-verita/by-train.html.
We will provide you with additional travel information shortly.
Accommodation and full board will be available at the conference venue, and will be charged directly to you. Usually, most but not all conference attendees use this option. The venue is in Ascona, a lively tourist town, and in walking distance to many additional accommodation options.