MLSFF wins recognition for a spectacular first event

MLSFF, in partnership with Applied MIcrobiology International and entered by Brightelm, was named silver award winner in the Best New Event by an Association category.

The awards, produced by GCN Events, were held on November 7 at the QEII Centre in London and highlighted best practice and excellence amongst industry bodies, professional membership organisations, and trade unions in the UK and Europe.

Earlier this year, MLSFF was launched as Europe’s first conference dedicated to supporting scientists from marginalised and under-represented backgrounds in the life sciences. 

Inspired by the long-running ABRCMS event in the US, MLSFF was created by and for the community to fill a critical gap in Europe’s scientific landscape, promoting equity, visibility and authentic connection. 

Welcoming the award, MLSFF chairman Professor Emmanuel Adukwu commented: “I’m really pleased to see the recognition that the MLSFF conference received at the Association Excellence Awards and it is testament to the collective effort to create a truly inclusive life sciences and STEM community." 

We’re already looking ahead to #MLSFF26 in Edinburgh (23–25 March 2026) - and it’s going to be even bigger and better! Visit mlsfutureforum.com to find out more.