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Filling the gaps in rare disease research with long-read sequencing: stories from undiagnosed cohorts

May 21-22, 2026 – In this webinar, learn how long-read sequencing is helping researchers find explanations in rare disease cases that remain unresolved with traditional approaches. Featuring real-world examples from undiagnosed cohorts, you’ll discover how HiFi sequencing detects complex genetic variation and integrates multiomic data to help resolve challenging cases.

Join us at ASM Microbe 2026 in June

June 4-7, 2026 – Visit us at booth #1325 to meet PacBio experts, see live demonstrations of our Vega and Revio sequencing systems, and learn how HiFi sequencing can empower your genetic testing workflows. Stay connected for the latest updates, sessions, and opportunities to connect with PacBio at ASM 2026.

Join us for Seq-it-Forward 5K to support rare disease research

June 27, 2026 – Join us for this family-friendly race supporting iHope’s mission to expand access to genetic testing and follow-up care for children and families affected by rare diseases, regardless of social status, income, or geographic location. Let’s come together to help families get the answers they deserve to create a path forward.

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PacBio PRISM 2026

April 13, 2026 - May 13, 2026

Barcelona, Spain | San Diego, USA | Fukuoka, Japan

April 13 – May 13, 2026

Step into the future of genomics at PacBio PRISM 2026. This flagship global event brings together the scientists, innovators, and visionaries shaping what’s next in genomic discovery. At PRISM, you’ll explore emerging insights, challenge current approaches, and see how HiFi long-read sequencing is unlocking new possibilities in complex genomic analysis. Connect with peers and leaders driving the field forward—and leave with a clearer view of where genomics is headed and your role in shaping it.

Barcelona, Spain: April 13 – 15, 2026* – Sold out – registration is now closed.

San Diego, USA: April 22 – 24, 2026

Fukuoka, Japan: May 11 – 13, 2026*

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*Invitation only, contact events@pacb.com for more information

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Boston, MA

ASGCT 2026

May 11, 2026 - May 15, 2026

The ASGCT Annual Meeting brings together the largest, most influential audience in gene and cell and gene therapy – from bench scientists to industry CEOs, regulators, and clinical innovators. With 7,000+ attendees, 320+ exhibiting companies, and thousands of scientific contributions, it’s the must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of CGT. As the largest and most comprehensive cell and gene therapy event, the Annual Meeting offers unique opportunities to explore the latest scientific research, stay abreast of new technologies, and forge career-advancing connections.

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Santa Fe, NM

SFAF 2026

May 19, 2026 - May 21, 2026

The Sequence to Function: Applications and Analysis for the Future (SFA²F) meeting is an intimate, yet accessible meeting focused on the advancement of genomics through global engagement and partnerships. Held annually (since 2006) in the historic town of Santa Fe NM, the meeting brings together established and emerging scientists from academia, industry, and government organizations for three days of scientific presentation, interactive panel discussions, workshops, and informal networking events.

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Webinar

Filling the gaps in rare disease research with long-read sequencing: stories from undiagnosed cohorts

May 21, 2026 - May 22, 2026

Thursday, May 21, 8:00 AM PDT | 11:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM CEST

Friday, May 22, 9:00 AM SGT | 11:00 AM AEST

In this webinar, learn how long-read sequencing is helping researchers find explanations in rare disease cases that remain unresolved with traditional approaches.

Featuring real-world examples from undiagnosed cohorts, you’ll discover how HiFi sequencing detects complex genetic variation and integrates multiomic data to help resolve challenging cases.

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Washington, DC

ASM Microbe 2026

June 04, 2026 - June 07, 2026

Science moves forward when we do. At ASM Microbe, the world’s premier gathering in the microbial sciences, you’ll explore the innovative ideas driving the next evolution of the field.

Now organized as 3 independent, co-located meetings, ASM Microbe 2026 allows you to dive deep into your area of expertise and explore cutting-edge research across the broader microbial sciences, while expanding your network. More than a meeting, ASM Microbe is a community experience that connects scientists across disciplines and career stages through shared curiosity and discovery.

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Tokyo, Japan

The 8th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Association for Medical Artificial Intelligence (JMAI)

June 05, 2026 - June 06, 2026

The 8th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Association for Medical Artificial Intelligence (JMAI) will be held on June 5–6, 2026, at the Toranomon Hills Forum in Tokyo. PacBio and Tomy Digital Biology, will host an evening seminar on June 5, offering an opportunity to hear Prof. Allen Chan from The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) share his latest research and findings in deep learning using HiFi data.

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Gothenburg, Sweden

ESHG 2026

June 13, 2026 - June 16, 2026

The ESHG conference provides a platform for the dissemination of the most recent advancements in the field of human genetics, both scientifically and technologically. It also fosters the education of the upcoming generation of human geneticists.

The conference is a unique opportunity to meet, share results, build scientific projects and collaborations and get inspired, whatever your professional background in human genetics. The meeting will also allow direct contact with exhibitors, presenting their new product portfolio and offering practical demonstrations.

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Chiba, Japan

The 19th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Epigenetics

June 25, 2026 - June 26, 2026

The 19th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Epigenetics will be held on June 25–26, 2026, at the Chiba City Culture Center in Chiba, Japan. This meeting will bring together leading experts and researchers to share the latest discoveries and innovations in epigenetics. Be sure to visit our local distributor, Tomy Digital Biology, at their booth to learn how PacBio’s cutting-edge sequencing solutions can advance your epigenetics research.

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Del Mar, CA

Seq It Forward – Run for Rare 5K

June 27, 2026

June 27, 8:00 AM PST | Del Mar, CA

Let’s come together for rare disease families!

Join us for this family-friendly race supporting iHope’s mission to expand access to genetic testing and follow-up care for children and families affected by rare diseases, regardless of social status, income, or geographic location. Let’s come together to help families get the answers they deserve to create a path forward.

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CSHL campus, NY

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) Microbiome Meeting

October 27, 2026 - October 31, 2026

The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) Microbiome Meeting is a premier international conference bringing together leading researchers, clinicians, and industry scientists to explore cutting-edge developments in microbiome science. Held annually at the historic CSHL campus in New York, the meeting features a highly interactive program of keynote talks, short presentations, and poster sessions spanning microbial ecology, host–microbe interactions, computational analysis, and microbiome-based therapeutics. The conference is designed to foster cross-disciplinary exchange and collaboration, with participation from senior investigators alongside early-career scientists.

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