Dear friends, students and colleagues,
We’re excited to announce the program (see below) of the next Virtual Micromorphology Meeting (ViMi6), which will take place online over Zoom on February 5–6 (Thursday and Friday), 2026, between 11:00 and 16:00 (CET). ViMi6 is planned and organized as a joint venture between the University of Cologne and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. We are thrilled about the great interest and responses from all over the world and can’t wait to bring together a vibrant and inspiring ViMi6!
Format
ViMi6 offers students and researchers the opportunity to discuss and stay up-to-date with the latest discoveries on and around soil and sediment thin sections via live microscopy. While the focus of ViMi6 is on Archaeological Soil Micromorphology, related topics and complementary techniques are also welcome. The main goal of ViMi6 is to sustain an open international community that encourages discussions and active collaborations around our thin sections. The language of communication is English.
Registration
Follow the below link or the QR-code to register. Participation is free of charge.
https://s.zoom.us/m/bZEE1gPIv
ViMi6 Prize
The participation of young and early-career soil micromorphologists in ViMi6 is strongly encouraged. The ViMi6 Prize for the best microphotography is a valuable opportunity for emerging soil micromorphologists to showcase their microscopic worlds. The winner will receive a prize and a certificate. To participate, please send your high-quality microphotograph, along with a description (maximum 300 words), your full name, and affiliation, by January 30, 2026, to vimi.micromorph@gmail.com. The awarded ViMi6 microphotograph and some of the microphotographs from the participants may be shared on Instagram @arch.micro, with prior consent from the authors and acknowledgement.
As this is a public workshop, please feel free to share this invitation with others. The Micromorphology world is an ever-growing community that continues to expand every year. We are looking forward to seeing all of you again next year!
Organising team
Eva Drunagel, Axel Cerón González, Nico Mancini, Astrid Röpke, Yannick Devos
E-mail: vimi.micromorph@gmail.com
Registration link: https://s.zoom.us/m/bZEE1gPIv
Instagram: @arch.micro
