InCoB2012 Conference: from biological data to knowledge to technological breakthroughs

Area of Science:

• Bioinformatics
• Computational Biology
• Genomics

Background:

• The International Conference on Bioinformatics (InCoB) was established to create a regional forum for bioinformatics researchers in the Asia-Pacific.
• Initially focused on North-South Networking, InCoB has grown into a major international conference.
• The conference has facilitated significant knowledge dissemination and collaboration within the bioinformatics community.

Framework:

• InCoB provides a platform for scientists to present and discuss cutting-edge research.
• The conference theme for 2012 focused on translating biological data into knowledge and technological applications.
• Sessions included specialized topics like the Pan-Asian Pacific Genome Initiative and Machine Learning in Immunology.

Implementation:

• Since 2006, InCoB has resulted in 114 publications in BMC Bioinformatics supplements.
• These publications have garnered nearly 1,000 citations, indicating substantial research impact.
• The conference has successfully integrated bioinformatics into broader biotechnology and bioscience initiatives.

Implications:

• The growth of InCoB reflects the success of bioinformatics education and its increasing importance in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Continued integration of bioinformatics is crucial for advancing biological sciences and biotechnology.
• InCoB serves as a vital catalyst for regional and international collaboration in bioinformatics research.