Advancements in computational modelling of biological systems: seventh annual SysMod meeting

Abstract

Summary The Computational Modelling of Systems Biology (SysMod) Community of Special Interest (COSI) convenes annually at the Intelligent Systems for Molecular Biology (ISMB) conference to facilitate knowledge dissemination and exchange of research findings on systems modelling from interdisciplinary domains. The SysMod meeting 2022 was held in a hybrid mode in Madison, Wisconsin, spanning a 1-day duration centred on modelling techniques, applications, and single-cell technology implementations. The meeting showcased innovative approaches to modelling biological systems using cell-specific and multiscale modelling, multiomics data integration, and novel tools to develop systems models using single-cell and multiomics technology. The meeting also recognized outstanding research by awarding the three best posters. This report summarizes the key highlights and outcomes of the meeting. Availability and implementation: All resources and further information are freely accessible at https://sysmod.info.

Perspectives on computational modeling of biological systems and the significance of the SysMod community

“…In 2016, a community was founded for the Computational Modeling of Biological Systems (SysMod) as a Community of Special Interest (COSI) of the International Society for Computational Biology (ISCB) ( Dräger et al , 2021 , Niarakis et al , 2022 , Puniya and Dräger, 2023 ). The goal was to bring together members focusing on computational modeling and analysis of biological systems.…”

“…3 ), talks and poster abstract contributions, reflecting the growing interest in the computational systems modeling community. The SysMod meetings organized at the ISMB/ECCB conferences are one- to two-day events featuring various types of talks: keynote-themed, technical, lightning, and poster presentations from various career levels (post early and late) ( Dräger et al , 2021 , Niarakis et al , 2022 , Puniya and Dräger, 2023 ). SysMod acknowledges outstanding research by awarding the best poster titles and financial assistance to early career researchers via merit-based travel awards.…”