Cells Theme Workshop 2026

Cell Theme Workshop Overview

The Cell Theme aims to employ advanced quantum imaging and sensing technologies to investigate cellular dynamics with nanoscale resolution and ultra-high sensitivity, while minimising damage to biological samples. This goal will underpin the focus of the Cell Theme workshop.

Workshop Focus

The workshop will bring together QUBIC’s cell biology expertise with advances in quantum microscopy technologies, fostering cross-laboratory collaboration and enabling closer integration of biological questions with cutting-edge quantum approaches.

Venue

The Cells workshop will be held at Customs House hotel, https://www.customshousehotel.com.au morning and afternoon tea, lunch and two dinners will be provided.

Accommodation

We have reserved two nights accommodation at MainStay Suites near the venue, Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th July, these will be on a shared apartment style basis, please let us know if you will be arranging your own accommodation, or staying outside of the workshop dates, this will be at your own cost.

Transport

Melbourne city: To get to Williamstown from Melbourne CBD by train, take the direct Williamstown line train from Flinders Street Station. Trains depart every 30 minutes, stopping at North Williamstown, Williamstown Beach, and terminating at Williamstown Station. The journey takes approximately 22–27 minutes. from Williamstown station is 11 mins walk to MainStay Suites.

Melbourne Airport: Melbourne Airport has a Skybus to Southern Cross Station, The direct Williamstown line will also pass through Southern Cross.

Program will be shared in due course.

To Note: EMCRs staying on for the Cells workshop will already have accommodation at the Quest Williamstown North so do not need to select accommodation for the Cell Theme