CGA Graduate Symposium 2026

The 14th CGA Graduate Symposium will take place on May 28, 2026, at the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Aging in Cologne and promises to be an inspiring day dedicated to excellence in aging research.

Twelve PhD students from the CGA Class of 2022 will present their research, offering insights into four years of dedicated work across diverse areas of the biology of aging. The symposium provides a platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and celebrates the outstanding achievements of our early-career scientists.

We are delighted to welcome our external keynote speakers Martin Fussenegger (ETH Zurich, Switzerland), Matt Kaeberlein (University of Washington, USA), and Katja Simon (University of Oxford, United Kingdom), who will enrich the program with their internationally recognized expertise and perspectives.

The symposium will conclude with a graduation ceremony honoring the accomplishments of the graduates. We warmly invite you to join us for the day and be part of this special occasion.