About

Real Marina Hotel, Olhão, Portugal

Nov 27-28, 2025

It is with great pleasure that we announce the third edition of the International Conference of CellAgri Portugal. The first two editions of our conference have been a resounding success, and we are very much looking forward to meet you once more in 2025. This edition will be hosted in the 27th and 28th of November in Algarve, in the south of Portugal. Once again, we will be joined by incredible keynote speakers, will have many exciting scientific presentations and poster sessions, as well as engaging round table discussions. Save the date on your calendar and stay tuned for further news!

Our goal is to foster and encourage the collaborative development of cellular agriculture within Portugal, while also sharing the latest scientific and innovative advancements related to cellular agriculture products, such as cultivated meat, fish, milk, collagen, leather or fur, both nationally and internationally.




Programme

Confirmed speakers

Dr Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro

Director of the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Proteins and the Microbial Food Hub

Rodrigo Ledesma-Amaro is a Reader at Imperial College London, where he leads a research group working on Engineering Biology and Sustainability. He is the director of the Bezos Centre for Sustainable Proteins and the Microbial Food Hub. His research focuses on the use of microorganisms to convert renewable feedstocks into valuable products (such as food ingredients). He has published over 150 articles, most on topics related to microbial bioproduction (precision, biomass and traditional fermentation).

Daan Luining

Founder and CIO and Meatable

Daan Luining has been working as a molecular biologist from at the start of the cultivated meat movement. He was part of the team that made the first cultivated meat hamburger in the world, and has been working on his dream to make cultivated meat a reality ever since. New Harvest, THE non-profit for cellular agriculture, was Daan's next destination, for which he helped develop their fellowship program that now supports over a dozen researches around the world. When back in Europe, Daan developed a unique plan to make cultivated meat available for everyone and founded Meatable. Meatable is pioneering a way of producing real meat without harming anyone or anything. It isn't like meat, it is meat. Efficient. Sustainable. Cruelty-free. And most importantly of all, delicious. The new natural.

Prof Hanna Tuomisto

University of Helsinki

Hanna Tuomisto is the professor of sustainable food systems at the University of Helsinki and at the Natural Resources Institute Finland. Her research interests are focused on development of sustainability assessment methods and estimating the potential of novel food production technologies to improve the sustainability of food systems. She has over 16 years of experience in the field of environmental sustainability assessment of cell-cultured food, such as cultivated meat, microbial proteins and recombinant proteins. Tuomisto holds an MSc degree in Agroecology from the University of Helsinki and a doctoral degree from the University of Oxford. She gained post postdoctoral research experience at the European Commission's Joint Research Centre and at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.

Venue, Accomodation and Travel

Venue

Conference and Dinner — Real Marina Hotel
The venue is located in Olhão, a picturesque city in the Algarve region of Portugal. Known for its rich maritime heritage, Olhão boasts a charming old town, vibrant markets, and stunning coastal scenery. It serves as the gateway to the breathtaking Ria Formosa Natural Park, a protected lagoon system teeming with diverse wildlife. Just off the coast, visitors can explore the idyllic islands of Armona, Culatra, and Farol, each offering pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters, perfect for relaxation and water activities. With its fresh seafood, traditional Portuguese charm, and stunning natural surroundings, Olhão provides a unique and memorable setting for the conference.
For more information on local attractions, visit: Visit Olhão


Suggested accomodation

Below are the details for the official conference hotel, including booking information, special rates, and activities provided by the hotel. We also offer alternative accommodation options in Olhão for your consideration.


Official Conference Hotel — Real Marina Hotel

To ensure a comfortable stay, we have secured special rates for CellAgriPT 2025 attendees at the Real Marina Hotel & Spa and the Real Marina Residence Apartments.


Hotel Reservations (1-2 Guests)

For single or double occupancy rooms, please use the following link and ensure you select the correct number of guests (1 or 2):

Real Marina Hotel & Spa (RMH): Book Here


Apartment Reservations (3-6 Guests)

For groups of 3 to 6 guests, we recommend staying at the Real Marina Residence Apartments, where T2 and T3 apartments are available at special rates. When clicking the link below, please change the number of guests for the desired accommodation in the upper field so that you can see the available accommodation.

Real Marina Residence (RMR): Book Here


For any questions, feel free to contact Joana Inácio, the reservation coordinator for the official conference hotel, at joana.inacio@realhotelsgroup.com.

Local Tours & Activities Provided by the Hotel

Enhance your stay in Olhão with unique experiences that showcase the region's culture and natural beauty.

All tours last approximately 1 hour and are subject to hotel availability.

For island excursions, a representative from Passeios Ria Formosa is available at the hotel to provide information on boat trips to the islands.


Alternative Accommodation Options

For those seeking alternative accommodations in Olhão, here are some options available as of January 16, 2025. Please note that availability and conditions may change, and we are not responsible for any modifications. You may also explore Booking.com or Airbnb for additional accommodations in the area.


Travel to Olhão

The closest airport to the venue hotel is Faro airport and it is 15 km away. From there you can take a shuttle bus to the city center then a bus or train to Olhão:
https://www.rome2rio.com/fr/map/Faro/Olh%C3%A3o

You can also take a taxi (prices are usually around 25 EUR) or a private shuttle:
https://www.faroairporttransfersalgarve.com/en/real-marina-hotel-spa
https://www.algarvefamilytransfers.com/taxi-from-faro-airport-to-real-marina-hotel-spa-olhao/

Uber and Bolt are also operating between Faro and Olhão (prices are usually between €10-15).

If you fly transatlantic, you may have a direct flight to Faro from the UK or other big European airports. Otherwise you have to change flights in Lisbon.

Another option would be Lisbon Airport as destination. At the airport you can take a metro to the central train station and travel to Faro in a comfortable high speed train, then you change to a local train that brings you to Olhão:
https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en

There are also affordable busses from Seville (Spain) to Faro but that requires an additional bus from Seville airport to Seville bus terminal then from Faro to Olhão.

Organisers

Sponsors

Cellular Agriculture is a rapidly growing area. Get involved in this conference, increase your visibility and get the opportunity to network with leaders of this area.

Find our sponsor booklet by clicking here and contact us at cellagript2025@gmail.com to get involved.

Abstract Submission

Please consider the following information:

Eligible Themes

Deadline & Selection

Please submit your abstract before July 31st, 2025. You will be informed about the decision of the CellAgri Portugal Conference Scientific Committee by e-mail.

Submit an abstract

Registration

Category Early Bird Registration
(until August 30th) 		Normal Registration
(after August 30th)
Student – Member of CellAgri Portugal €210 €250
Student – Non-Member €250 €300
Regular – Member of CellAgri Portugal €300 €350
Regular – Non-Member €350 €400

All registration fees include:

Cancellation

Cancellation will not be refunded.

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