Second Conjoint Meeting of RIKEN and ISM
We are pleased to announce the Second Conjoint Meeting between ISM and RIKEN, which will take place from September 24-25 in Tokyo, Japan.
After the success of the first RIKEN-ISM meeting in Tokyo, which gathered participants from many countries and scientific fields, the International Society of Microbiota and RIKEN welcome the global microbiome community for a new edition of this interdisciplinary scientific meeting. Read More
The University of Tokyo will host the
Second Conjoint RIKEN - ISM 2026
The University of Tokyo will serve as host city for the Second Conjoint Meeting between the International Society of Microbiota (ISM) and RIKEN, scheduled for September 24–25, 2026. Building on the momentum of the inaugural RIKEN-ISM meeting, which drew researchers, clinicians, and innovators from dozens of countries, this second edition promises to be an even broader and more impactful gathering for the global microbiome community.
Key Dates
The Scientific Vision of the RIKEN-ISM Tokyo Meeting
The RIKEN-ISM Tokyo Meeting aims to advance a new phase of microbiota science, moving beyond the description of microbial communities toward a deeper understanding of how microbial ecosystems regulate human physiology.
Advancing Microbiota Research into Medicine
Japan’s Contributions to Mechanism, Translation, and Clinical Impact
Over the course of this meeting, one message has emerged with clarity: microbiota research in Japan has reached a level of scientific maturity characterized by mechanistic depth and growing clinical relevance. The work presented here reflects not only technical excellence, but also a sustained effort to connect fundamental microbiology with medical application.
Tokyo Microbiota 2025 Recognizes Excellence in Science, Health Impact, and Innovation
Tokyo Microbiota 2025 celebrated outstanding contributions to microbiota research through its Scientific Awards, Healthy Impact Awards, and Innovation Awards, highlighting progress from fundamental science to clinical and industrial innovation.
Abstracts Book 2025 and VOD
The abstracts book and VOD bring together all scientific contributions presented at the meeting, from oral communications and poster sessions to innovation-focused presentations. It reflects the diversity of topics discussed and provides a complete overview of the research shared during the conference.
