The Frontiers of Life – OHP Summer School

illustration de l'événement The Frontiers of Life – OHP Summer School

We are delighted to announce the 3rd International Summer School at the Observatoire de Haute-Provence (OHP), organized by the Institut Origines of Aix-Marseille University. This event will take place from June 24 to June 27, 2025, and will explore one of the most fundamental questions in science: What is life?

🔬 From its definition to the conditions of its emergence, diversity, and evolution, this Summer School will provide an interdisciplinary perspective on the frontiers of life. Through lectures delivered by world-renowned experts in prebiotic chemistry, microbiology, exobiology, planetary science, astrophysics, philosophy, and law, participants will gain insights into current knowledge and competing theories across different spatial and temporal scales.

📅 The program will feature:

  • Keynote lectures by leading scientists and scholars
  • Roundtable discussions moderated by an award-winning science journalist
  • Ample time for networking and in-depth discussions among participants

Confirmed speakers include:
Chantal Abergel, Mélanie Baroni, James Bradley, Jean-Michel Claverie, Magali Deleuil, Simon Duval, David Ehrenreich, Gaël Erauso, Vincent Hue, Armel Kerrest, Frédéric Laurie, Dominique Leglu, Martina Preiner, Pascal Taranto, Nicolas Thouveny.

The full program can be found on the Institut Origines website 👉 https://institut-origines.univ-amu.fr/fr/formation/ecoles-ete

You can register via this link

👉 https://amu.azur-colloque.fr/inscription/en/340/inscription