On November 11, 2024, the State University of Campinas (UNICAMP) hosted the workshop “Single-Cell Omic Fusion: Navigating Spatial Omics in Biomedical Research,” a landmark event for disseminating and exchanging expertise on single-cell and spatial technologies in Brazil. Organized by Dr. Iscia Lopes-Cendes (UNICAMP – Campinas, Brazil) and PhD candidate Jaqueline Geraldis  (UNICAMP – Campinas, Brazil), the workshop brought together experts and students to explore the impact of these innovative approaches on biomedical research.

Launch of Single-Cell and Spatial Omics Brazil

Beyond expanding technical know-how, the workshop marked the official launch of Single-Cell and Spatial Omics Brazil, a scientific community dedicated to fostering collaboration and advancing the field nationwide. With crucial support from the Brazilian Institute of Neuroscience and Neurotechnology (BRAINN) and UNICAMP, and sponsorship from Illumina, the program featured inspiring talks from renowned specialists such as:

• Dr. Danielle Bruno (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland – Dublin, Ireland)
• Dr. Sergio Espinola (European Molecular Biology Laboratory – Heidelberg, Germany)
• Dr. Adriana Paes Leme (National Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM) – Campinas, Brazil)

The participants highlighted the workshop’s impact in promoting productive discussions across all stages of cell-based assays, from sample preparation to data analysis. This exchange of experiences was fundamental for strengthening the scientific network, which pledges to maintain dialogue and expand collaborative initiatives.

We are thrilled by the success of this inaugural meeting and are already planning new events for 2025, aiming to establish Single-Cell and Spatial Omics Brazil as a reference in the field. If you couldn’t join us this time, we invite you to participate in upcoming opportunities and contribute to the evolution of science in Brazil!

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