Includes: Management Committee Meeting, Working Group Meetings, Core Group Meeting

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• Format: Face-to-face

• Date: 3 to 5 June 2025 (three days)

• Location: Yildiz Technical University (YTU), Istanbul, Türkiye

• Local Organizer: Ozgur Yildirim

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The DYNALIFE COST Action General Conference, hosted at Yildiz Technical University (YTU) in Istanbul, represents a pivotal event for the Grant Period 2024–2025. This conference will bring together researchers to reflect on the progress made by the Action, evaluate results achieved so far, and refine the strategic direction for the remainder of DYNALIFE.

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The conference will feature an interdisciplinary program addressing DYNALIFE’s primary challenges. The thematic focus will span the following areas:

• Theoretical Modeling of Genetic Information Flow: Advanced theoretical approaches to understanding the flow of genetic information.

• Integration of Dynamical Systems, Machine Learning (ML), and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Bridging traditional theoretical frameworks with modern statistical and computational tools.

• Quantum Information Models in Biology: Exploring quantum-based approaches to biological systems.

• Statistics and Computer Science as Bridges: Connecting theoretical models with Big Data analytics to enhance biological insights.

• Translational Biology: Applying state-of-the-art theoretical and computational models to practical, real-world biological applications.

This thematic breadth reflects the interdisciplinary nature of DYNALIFE, encouraging dialogue and collaboration across diverse fields, including theoretical biology, computational sciences, and applied translational research.

 

Venue

Yildiz Technical University (YTU), a prestigious institution ranked among the top 10 universities in Turkey, will host the conference on its historic Davutpasa Campus. The campus, located in the heart of Istanbul, is well-connected by metro and public transport, offering participants easy access to the venue. The site itself is notable for its historical buildings and vibrant academic atmosphere.

The choice of Istanbul as the conference venue offers several strategic advantages. Turkey hosts the largest number of DYNALIFE Action members, ensuring strong local participation and greater engagement with the regional research community. Moreover, Istanbul's rich cultural heritage and dynamic academic environment provide an inspiring backdrop for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.

• University Website: YTU Official Website

• Campus Location: Davutpasa Campus on Google Maps

 

Significance of the Location

The choice of Istanbul as the conference venue offers several strategic advantages. Turkey hosts the largest number of DYNALIFE Action members, ensuring strong local participation and greater engagement with the regional research community. Moreover, Istanbul's rich cultural heritage and dynamic academic environment provide an inspiring backdrop for interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.

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Organizing Committee

Scientific Committee

• Ozgur YILDIRIM

• Oreste Piro

• Diego Gonzalez

• Julyan Cartwright

• Simone Giannerini

• Greta Goracci

Local Organiser

• Ozgur YILDIRIM

 

Program

The conference will feature:

• Plenary Talks: 45 minutes (40 + discussion)

• Long Presentations: 25 minutes (20 + discussion)

• Short Presentations: 15 minutes (10 + discussion)

• Poster Sessions

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In order to foster mutual understanding and ideas exchange, parallel sessions will be avoided whenever possible.

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Dedicated slots will be reserved for the second MC Meeting and WG plenary meetings. Beyond the aforementioned aims, these meetings will serve to refine strategies for attaining secondary objectives such as:

• Model testing and integration

• Data accessibility and management

• Statistical methodologies

• Cross-field interaction

• Dissemination strategies

These discussions will also support planning for the final Grant Period (2025/2026) of the Action.

 

Due to budget constraints, eligibility for reimbursement will be initially limited to participants presenting a contribution in one of the accepted formats.

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Call for Papers

Submissions are now open for invited and contributed papers.

Please use this template and upload it to the registration + submission form as a odt file.

The abstract should be on one page size A4 with the font size 12 pt. (Times New Roman), alignment left and right, all margins equal to 2.5 cm. The text must be submitted in electronic form in odt file in a final camera ready version. Header and footer of the text must be empty. The format of the abstract is described below:

• first line: start with the title of the contribution in bold letters and with the size of lettering 14 pt. high,

• skip one line,

• first name and surname of the author (in the case of co-authors, put a comma between the names),

• skip one line,

• affiliation with full address including postcode

• skip one line,

• e-mail address of corresponding author,

• skip two lines,

• key words (if possible the same as in the text),

• text of the abstract.

The author is responsible for the content and quality of contributions. Editorial amendments will not be done. The texts will be converted into the final version respecting the possibilities of the camera ready version. Header and footer of the text must be empty without numbering.

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Travel Information​

Arrival from Istanbul Airport (IST)
Metro Option:
From Istanbul Airport (located on the European side of the city), you can take the metro line directly to Gayrettepe Station. From Gayrettepe, you can transfer to Metrobus or other metro lines depending on your destination.

HAVAIST Buses:
Alternatively, you can use HAVAIST buses, which operate from the airport to different locations in the city. These buses are modern and convenient, and you can pay directly by credit card onboard.

Istanbul Card
For using public transportation (metro, buses, trams), it is highly recommended to purchase an Istanbul Card at the airport or metro stations. This card provides access across all public transportation networks in the city.

Transportation to Davutpaşa Campus
Metro Access:
To reach Davutpaşa Campus, you can take the M1A metro line. The campus is accessible directly from stations on this line.

Public Bus Option:
Public bus 41AT also stops at Davutpaşa Campus, with buses passing approximately every 20 minutes.

From the Historical Center (Old Town):
If your hotel is located near the Kabataş–Bağcılar Tram Line (this line passes through major historical areas such as Sultanahmet and Eminönü), you can transfer from the tram line to the M1A metro line and easily reach the campus.

Other Transfer Possibilities:
There are additional connection routes depending on your location. Please do not hesitate to ask for advice if needed.

Taxi Services and Uber
In Turkey, Uber operates by calling official city taxis. It is often more convenient and reliable to call a taxi through the Uber application.

Contact
If you have any further questions or need assistance regarding transportation or accommodation, please feel free to contact me by email: Prof. Özgür YILDIRIM, ozgury@yildiz.edu.tr

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Accommodation Information​

We have a guesthouse located on our campus, available at approximately 45 euros per night per person (2000 TL). Please note that breakfast and lunch are not included. You can find more information about the guesthouse here:  Guest house (hotel) link. The campus is conveniently connected to the city by metro and bus lines. There are also cafés and restaurants within the campus that are open in the evenings.

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If you prefer to stay in the campus hotel, please be aware that reaching the historical places requires a metro and tram ride of approximately 30–40 minutes. If you wish to stay in the old town area, I would recommend accommodations near Eminönü, the Blue Mosque, Karaköy, and Beyazıt, which are central and lively districts.