Venue for 2026

Edinburgh, Scotland (UK)

The Young Researchers' Symposium on Plant Photobiology for 2026 will be set against the stunning backdrop of Edinburgh, Scotland's vibrant capital. Seamlessly blending history, culture, and innovation, Edinburgh provides an inspiring setting for scientific collaboration. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Edinburgh boasts breathtaking architecture, renowned festivals such as the Fringe and the Edinburgh International Festival, and a thriving research ecosystem. Its scenic landscapes, excellent transport links, and world-class hospitality make it the perfect destination for the next instalment of YRSPP.

The Nucleus Building, University of Edinburgh

The symposium events will be based in The Nucleus Building, at the heart of The King's Buildings campus at the University of Edinburgh. We will also explore the city for the welcome reception, a tour and an organised dinner.

Venue address:

The Nucleus Building
The King's Buildings Campus
Thomas Bayes Road
Edinburgh
EH9 3FG

Travelling to Edinburgh

Edinburgh airport (EDI)

If you're travelling from overseas, flying to Edinburgh Airport is the simplest option.

From here, take the Airlink 100 bus service to Waverley Bridge, or the Airport Express to Waterloo Place

Glasgow airport (GLA)

You can also get to Edinburgh by flying to Glasgow airport then taking the purple AIR 500 bus to Buchanan Street Bus Station in Glasgow city centre.

There are regular bus services from Buchanan bus station to Edinburgh, taking 60-80 minutes. We'd recommend pre-booking with Megabus or National Express. Alternatively, walk 5 minutes to Glasgow Queen Street train station (GLQ) and take a 45-minute train to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB).

Edinburgh Waverley Train Station (EDB)

If you're coming from within the UK and want to avoid flying, you can catch the train to Edinburgh Waverley Station. We'd recommend pre-booking tickets as far in advance as possible to get the lowest prices.

Things to do in Edinburgh

Throughout the symposium, we hope you also take the opportunity to explore the rich heritage and dynamic energy of Edinburgh. As part of the symposium, we will be organising a walking tour and a ceilidh to show you some of Edinburgh's Scottish heritage. Here are some additional activities to consider if you'd like to spend some time exploring the city:

• Visit Edinburgh Castle, the Princes Street Gardens and walk the Royal Mile
• Take a 1-2h hike up Arthur's Seat (an extinct volcano) for spectacular views of the city
• Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens and nearby Water of Leith Walkway
• Visit one of Edinburgh's many pubs - some options near campus are the Old Bell Inn, Summerhall, Dog House, Hollyrood 9A, and The Southern