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The abstract submission deadline for the NEST Conference 2026 has been extended to
<b>Sunday, 3 May</b>. We are inviting contributions to the conference, including talks, "posters" and workshops on specific topics. Do not miss out on contributing to this exciting event!</div>
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The NEST Conference provides an opportunity for the NEST Community to meet, exchange success stories, swap advice, learn about current developments in and around NEST spiking network simulation and its application. Take the opportunity to advance your skills
in using NEST at our hands-on workshops!</div>
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This year's conference will again take place as a virtual conference<b> on Tuesday/Wednesday 16/17 June 2026.</b></div>
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<span style="text-transform: none;" role="presentation">Marja-Leena Linne, Tampere University</span></li><li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin: 0in;">
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For more information on how to submit your contribution, register and participate, please visit the conference website:</div>
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We are looking forward to seeing you all in June!</div>
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Hans Ekkehard Plesser and the conference organizing committee</div>
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