Physics of Life 2027

Exploring the physics that underpins living systems

22-25 March 2027

Edinburgh, UK

Register interest

Physics of Life 2027 is a large interdisciplinary conference showcasing the UK biological physics community. Building on the previous events, it brings together leading organisations to highlight cutting-edge research at the physics–biology interface through keynote talks and a broad programme of parallel sessions and contributed presentations.

Who you'll meet

You’ll meet over 400 attendees and exhibitors, including leading researchers, emerging scientists, and industry experts from across academia and the life sciences sector.

Who should attend

The Physics of Life conference is for researchers across academia, industry, and healthcare working at the interface of physics and the life sciences, including scientists at all career stages interested in applying quantitative approaches to biological systems.


Plenary Speakers

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), UK

Heidelberg University, Germany

University of California, Davis, USA


The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), USA

Hubrecht Institute,

The Netherlands

The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), India

Key Dates

September 2027

Abstract Submissions Open

 November 2026

Registration available

22 January 2027

Abstract Submissions Close

19 February 2027

Early Bird Registration Ends

12 March 2027

Registration Deadline

Location & Venue

Venue

Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)

150 Morrison Street

Edinburgh EH3 8EE


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What you can expect at the EICC


  • An award winning conference centre
  • City centre location, close to hotels, restaurants and shops
  • Step‑free access throughout the venue
  • Accessible entrances and lift access
  • A sustainable venue -
  • Quiet space available on request