The history and organization of the Workshop on Population and Speciation Genomics

A biennial workshop on population and speciation genomics, held in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Český Krumlov, Czech Republic, has successfully bridged gaps in bioinformatics training for evolutionary biology researchers. This extended course, part of a long-running series, combines intensive teaching with collaborative learning to foster scientific progress. The study highlights key organizational elements that contribute to its effectiveness, including structured routines and participant feedback mechanisms. A survey of past attendees quantifies the workshop's impact on knowledge acquisition and cross-disciplinary idea exchange. Lessons learned from this model aim to guide other institutions in developing similar extended bioinformatics training programs.

Barth, J. M. I., Handley, S. A., Kintzl, D., Leonard, G., Malinsky, M., Matschiner, M., Meyer, B. S., Salzburger, W., Stefka, J., & Trucchi, E. (2023). The history and organization of the Workshop on Population and Speciation Genomics. Evolution: Education and Outreach, 16(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12052-023-00182-w