Bacterial and Viral Vesicles: Biogenesis, Communication, and Translational Application

Mission & Rationale

Extracellular vesicles (EVs) have emerged as critical mediators of intercellular communication across biological systems. While EV biology in eukaryotic cells has been extensively studied, vesicles associated with microbial systems—including bacterial vesicles and virus-induced extracellular vesicles—remain comparatively underexplored. This focused meeting aims to bring together experts working on bacterial vesicles, virus-associated EVs, and related microbial extracellular vesicle systems to exchange recent advances, discuss shared challenges, and identify future directions in the field. 

When

September 11–12 (Friday–Saturday)   

Where

Dali University Ancient City Campus (大理大学古城校区), Cangshan Mountain area, Dali, Yunnan Province, China 

Topics

1. Bacterial Vesicles: Biogenesis, Cargo, and Heterogeneity 
2. Virus-Induced Extracellular Vesicles: Biogenesis, Cargo, and Heterogeneity 
3. Vesicle-Mediated Host–Microbe Communication, vesicles in viral transmission, immune modulations 
4. Diagnostic, Preventive, and Therapeutic Strategies Based on Bacterial and Viral Vesicles 
 
Abstract submission is now open!  
ISEV Bacterial and Viral Vesicles Abstract Submissions

 

Chairs  

  • Lei Zheng – Nanfang Hospital Southern Medical University

  • Zhiwei Wu – Dali University 

IOC 

  • Yiyao Huang – Sun Yat-sen University

  • Ana Claudia Trocoli Torrecilhas – Federal University of Sao Paulo

  • Simon Swift – University of Auckland

  • Kenneth Witwer – Johns Hopkins University  

 

 

Travel Information 

Recommended Route 

For international travelers, we recommend flying to either: 

1. Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU) – most convenient option 

2. Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) – major international gateway with frequent domestic connections and high-speed rail access to Dali 

  

Option 1: Fly Directly to Dali (Recommended) 

The nearest airport is Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU). 

From the airport to Dali University Ancient City Campus: 

* Taxi / ride-hailing service: approximately 45 minutes (29 km) 

* Estimated fare: RMB 40–70 

  

Option 2: Arrive via Kunming 

Many international flights arrive in Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). 

From Kunming, participants may: 

* Travel by high-speed train to Dali (approximately 2 hours): If taking the train, we recommend departing from Kunming Railway Station (昆明站) whenever possible. 

Please note that Kunming South Railway Station (昆明南站) is located much farther from the airport and city center and is generally less convenient. 

  

Arriving by Train 

The nearest railway station is Dali Railway Station. 

From Dali Railway Station to Dali University Ancient City Campus: 

* Taxi / ride-hailing service: approximately 30 minutes (17 km) 

* Estimated fare: RMB 20–40 

  

Accommodation 

Several hotels are located within walking distance of Dali University Ancient City Campus.  

Important: The organizing committee is currently coordinating a limited number of rooms at selected hotels with special conference rates. Details regarding hotel reservations and booking procedures will be provided to registered participants after abstract acceptance and registration. As room availability may be limited, participants are encouraged to wait for the official accommodation information before making reservations.