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The annual gathering of the Galaxy Community with opportunities to hear latest developments, get training, and meet everyone involved.

2024 Galaxy Community Conference (GCC2024)

June 24-29, 2024

Brno, Czech Republic

Conference winds cease,
Brno's labs light up with code—
Galaxy ascends.
Another flagship Galaxy event is behind us! GCC2024 was an opportunity where the world-wide Galaxy community came together to share and learn about data science. Now, you can browse this page to see what was shared.
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Event highlights

World-class content
World-class content

GCC2024 had more than 50 talks and more than 50 posters presenting methods, tools, pipelines, and software improvements for the Galaxy framework.

Check out the schedule page and the abstract book for more details.

Keynotes at GCC2024
Keynote speakers

Three inspiring keynote speakers:

Monday: Integrating exposomics into biomedical sciences by Jana Klánová

Wednesday: Building the EOSC federation and the potential role of Galaxy by Ute Gunsenheimer

Thursday: Zebrafish swims into the Galaxy by Daria Onichtchouk

Training
Get hands-on training

Learning is at the core of GCC. Check out the training page for details on training sessions and hands-on workshops available at GCC2024. Attending trainings is a wonderful way to get practical experience on a topic in just a couple of hours, while also meeting people that can help you later.

GCC2022 group photo
About GCC conference series

The Galaxy Community Conference (GCC) is an annual conference focused on the use and development of the Galaxy platform for data-intensive biomedical research. The conference brings together scientists, software developers, and trainers of Galaxy from a variety of disciplines to share their experiences, knowledge, and skills.

The conference included talks, posters, and workshops on a wide range of topics related to Galaxy, including genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, and more. The GCC provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest developments in the Galaxy platform and to connect with other members of the Galaxy community.

Brno, Czech Republic
Brno, Czech Republic

Brno is a captivating, mid-size city in the heart of Europe, offering a blend of the old and the new. The city's historic center boasts dazzling medieval and Baroque buildings, including the Mendel museum, the iconic Špilberk Castle, and the stunning Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul.

Brno is also a hub of education and innovation with a dynamic and lively atmosphere. With a thriving arts scene, numerous cafes, and a deep connection to Czech history, Brno is a city that seamlessly marries tradition with modernity, making it a fascinating destination for GCC2024 attendees.

Europe map
Travel

Brno can be accessed via bus or train from Vienna (~2.5hr) or Prague (~2.5hr). Grab a comfy seat and enjoy the scenery.

GCC2024 will be held in Hotel International, located at Husova 16, 602 00 Brno-střed.

The travel page has more details.