20 May 2026
10:00 - 13:30
Sala d'Actes Pepe Millán IMB-CNM
The 1st Bilateral Meeting IMB-CNM & CRAG aims to identify synergies and establish the foundations for collaboration between two scientific fields that, although traditionally distant, share a growing interest in converging their research efforts.
Organizers
- IMB-CNM (CSIC) – Host Institute
- Prof. César Fernández-Sánchez cesar.fernandez@imb-cnm.csic.es
and
Prof. José A. Plaza joseantonio.plaza@imb-cnm.csic.es
- CRAG (CSIC-IRTA-UAB-UB)
- Prof. Paloma Mas paloma.mas@cragenomica.es
10:00
Welcome and Opening Remarks
IMB-CNM and CRAG representatives
10:15
Scientific Sessions I
- Transcriptome and epigenome dynamics in plant adaptation to cold temperatures - Dr. Julia Qüesta
- Uncovering hidden mechanisms shaping plant protective barriers - Dr. Robertas Ursache
- Molecular printing on plants - Dr. Juan Pablo Agusil
- Smart multisensor systems for agrofood and water monitoring - Prof. Cecilia Jimenez
11:15
Networking Coffee Break
11:40
Scientific Sessions II
- Evolution of plant microbe interactions - Dr. Ignacio Rubio-Somoza
- Genetic control of fruit quality traits in melon - Dr. Jordi García-Mas
- Conformable tools for electrophysiology, from brain to plants? - Dr. Anton Guimerà
- Advanced systems for soil and plant health monitoring - Dr. Xavier Muñoz
12:40
Open Discussion
Exploring possibilities and synergies between the two communities
13:30
Closing Remarks and End of the Meeting
