WisPerMed organizes Dagstuhl Networking Event 2026

Joint Meeting of the German Computer Science Research Training Groups (RTGs) 2026

The annual meeting of the German computer science research training groups at Schloss Dagstuhl will take place from May 31 to June 3, 2026. This year’s organizer is WisPerMed – Knowledge- and Data-driven Personalization of Medicine at the Point of Care, University of Duisburg-Essen.

This prestigious event has been a cornerstone of German computer science doctoral education for over 25 years, bringing together the brightest minds from research training groups across the country. We are deeply honored to host this distinguished gathering that has shaped generations of computer science researchers and fostered countless collaborations that continue to advance the field.

The Dagstuhl networking event is renowned for its unique format that fosters intensive scientific exchange, interdisciplinary collaboration, and lasting partnerships across institutions and research domains. Being selected to organize this event is a testament to WisPerMed’s contributions to the research community and our commitment to excellence in doctoral education.

Event Details

Date: May 31 – June 3, 2026
Location: Schloss Dagstuhl – Leibniz Center for Informatics
Format: Multi-day networking event with keynotes, RTG presentations, workshops, and social activities

Organizing Committee

Organizers:

• Mikel Bahn, M.Sc. – Local organization and coordination
• Bahadir Eryilmaz, M.Sc. – Local organization and coordination
• Prof. Dr. Johannes Köster – Participating Researcher

Contact:
For inquiries, please contact: mikel.bahn@uk-essen.de and bahadir.eryilmaz@uk-essen.de

About the Event

For more than 25 years, the Dagstuhl networking event has been the premier gathering for German computer science research training groups, establishing itself as an essential tradition in doctoral education. Over the years, WisPerMed team members have attended these prestigious meetings and benefited tremendously from the unique format that fosters deep scientific exchange and cross-disciplinary collaboration across all areas of computer science.

These events have been instrumental in shaping research directions, building lasting partnerships, and creating a strong network of researchers who continue to collaborate long after their doctoral studies. The Dagstuhl tradition represents the best of what academic collaboration can achieve—bringing together diverse perspectives, facilitating meaningful dialogue, and inspiring the next generation of computer science leaders.

Now, we are excited and privileged to organize this distinguished networking event, continuing a tradition that has enriched the German computer science community for over two decades. As organizers, we bring WisPerMed’s interdisciplinary spirit to this event. Our experience is bridging computer science, medicine, and data science will help facilitate meaningful discussions that connect different research communities and foster innovation across boundaries.

The event will feature:

• Keynote talks from leading researchers
• RTG presentations showcasing current research projects
• Poster sessions and interactive demonstrations
• Workshops and discussion sessions
• Social activities to foster networking and community building
• DFG information sessions for doctoral researchers

Preliminary Agenda

A detailed agenda with keynote speakers, session topics, and schedule will be published here soon.

Typical structure:

Sunday, May 31 – Arrival and Welcome

• Afternoon: Registration and reception
• Evening: Welcome dinner and social gathering

Monday, June 1 – RTG Presentations and Exchange

• Morning: Opening remarks and RTG presentations
• Afternoon: Excursion or outdoor activities
• Evening: Continued presentations and discussions

Tuesday, June 2 – Keynotes and Workshops

• Morning: Keynote lecture
• Afternoon: DFG information session, poster session, and workshops
• Evening: Social activities and networking

Wednesday, June 3 – Closing and Departure

• Morning: Final keynote and feedback session
• Midday: Closing remarks and departure

Registration

Registration details will be announced in early 2026. Stay tuned for updates!

Downloads

Resources and proceedings will be made available after the event:

• Event proceedings (coming soon)
• Presentation templates (coming soon)
• Photo gallery (coming soon)

Previous Dagstuhl Networking Events

The Dagstuhl networking event is a prestigious tradition that has been bringing together German computer science research training groups for over 25 years. This annual gathering at the renowned Schloss Dagstuhl has become a defining experience for doctoral researchers, fostering a vibrant community of scholars who continue to shape the future of computer science.

Recent organizers include:

• 2025: HPI Research School, University of Potsdam – Event page
• 2024: UnRAVeL, RWTH Aachen University – Event page

The continuity of this tradition reflects its immense value to the German computer science research community and the lasting impact it has had on countless researchers’ careers.

About WisPerMed

WisPerMed (Knowledge- and Data-driven Personalization of Medicine at the Point of Care) is a DFG-funded Research Training Group at the University of Duisburg-Essen. Our mission is to advance personalized medicine through interdisciplinary research at the intersection of computer science, medical informatics, and clinical practice.

Learn more about WisPerMed: wispermed.org

Getting to Schloss Dagstuhl

Schloss Dagstuhl is located in Wadern, Saarland, Germany. It is accessible by car and public transportation.

By car: From major cities, take the A1 or A8 motorway and follow signs to Wadern/Dagstuhl.
By train: Travel to Saarbrücken Hauptbahnhof, then take a regional train or bus to Wadern. Shuttle services are typically arranged for participants.
By air: The nearest airports are Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Luxembourg Airport (LUX).

Detailed travel information will be provided to registered participants.

This page will be updated regularly as event details are confirmed. Please check back for the latest information.