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London Infection Networkfor ECRs by ECRs

We are a multi-institutional platform that supports scientific and social exchange among young career researchers working on Infection Biology in London and beyond.

Annual LINE Symposium

Our flagship annual one-day gathering celebrating multi-disciplinary infection biology by early-career researchers, featuring talks, discussion panels and networking.

ECR seminars

Regular hybrid research sessions hosted across research institions for early-career scientists to present their work among peers, exchange ideas and build support networks.

LINE+

Invited speaker seminars celebrating researchers for the incredible work they do alongside their core research.

Collaborative

Community-Driven

Inclusive

Connecting researchers across multiple institutions to share expertise and experiences, build strong peer networks, and break down barriers.

Built by ECRs, for ECRs. We are here to support researchers in whatever they need; from professional growth to wellbeing and community.

Science must include everyone. We champion equity, accessibility, and diverse voices, ensuring all early-career researchers feel welcome and represented.

London Infection Network for ECRs (LINE) was founded to connect, support, and champion early-career researchers across London. We break down institutional boundaries through collaborative events, peer networks, and open conversations that look at the real people behind the science.

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