Innovation and Networking
The 9th German Mass Cytometry User Forum (GMCUF) was successfully held on January 26–27, 2026, at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Heidelberg, attracting about 90 participants from Germany, Austria, Luxembourg, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Poland, and other countries fostering a truly pan-European exchange within the mass cytometry community.
Despite mass cytometry being more than a decade old, the field remains remarkably innovative, as showcased through compelling applications in cancer, autoimmune, inflammatory diseases, immunotherapy, and metabolic research, paired with pioneering advances in reagents and instrumentation set to further boost throughput and measurable parameters.
Key highlights included keynote lectures, scientific sessions on suspension and imaging mass cytometry, the popular “News from” updates, and a dedicated pre-conference “Getting Started” tutorial for newcomers. Congratulations to Julia Nguyen from Wrocław, Poland, who won the poster prize for her outstanding work.
The meeting concluded with an awards ceremony and the inaugural assembly of the new Mass Cytometry Working Group under the German Society for Cytometry (DGfZ), solidifying a structured future for this thriving community.
Impressions from the meeting
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Dear friends of mass cytometry,
We are pleased to announce the 9th German Mass Cytometry User Forum (GMCUF), which will take place on January 26th and 27th, 2026, at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Heidelberg.
The GMCUF is more than just a conference — it’s a vibrant community gathering where mass cytometry enthusiasts come together to inspire each other, spark new ideas, and push the boundaries of what mass cytometry can achieve. Whether you are an experienced user, a newcomer, or somewhere in between, this meeting offers a unique chance to explore the latest advances, troubleshoot challenges, and build lasting collaborations.
The 2026 program will continue the successful format from previous years: an engaging poster session showcasing cutting-edge research and insightful “News from” sessions sharing developments from mass cytometry and imaging sites across Germany and Austria.
The GMCUF Organizing Team
Aoife Gahlawat, Heidelberg; Desiree Kunkel, Berlin; Sarah Warth, Ulm; Sabine Baumgart, Jena; Claudia Peitzsch, Dresden; Lena Müller, Vienna; Bertram Bengsch, Freiburg; Ute Hoffmann, Jacqueline Hirscher and Axel Schulz, Berlin.
Registration
We will meet onsite only.
Participant fee: 100 Euro. Industry participant: 350 Euro. Registration via Doo:
Program
We work on the program Check back from time to time.
Venue
(DKFZ) Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280 69120 Heidelberg
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About the Network
We strive for excellence in mass cytometry
The German Mass Cytometry Network comprises all academic mass cytometry platforms in Germany, providing a framework for networking within the local and international community and for knowledge transfer to achieve technological and scientific excellence.
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