1. StoMP 2009 Noisy bugs: modelling and microbiology
at the e-Science Institute, Edinburgh

2. : stochastic dynamical modelling for prokaryotes
Funded by BBSRC under “Mathematical tools for Systems Biology”
Organisers: Rosalind Allen, Dov Stekel, Jamie Wood
Aims: to foster a strong research community at the interface between microbiology and physical/mathematical/computational science
59 members: UK microbiologists and physical scientists. International advisory board
Sister network:

3. StoMP activities so far
Website: and mailing list
“meet and greet” workshop, York, December 2007, 25 people
“Training workshop”, Birmingham, July 2008, 50 people
StoMP satellite meetings

4. Noisy bugs: modelling and microbiology
15 invited talks; 5 international speakers
10 contributed talks
20 posters
Hopefully nice mix of “modellers” and microbiologists
Cheese and wine tonight
Poster session on Tuesday
Conference dinner on Wednesday
Hope you enjoy it!

5. Some practical details
Pollock Halls: accessible on foot (20 mins). Map provided!
Bus: Dalkeith Road opposite swimming pool -> Nicholson Street
Or more buses along South Clerk Street -> Nicholson Street. £1.20, no change!
Taxi: central taxis
Posters: please find a poster board in Chapterhouse, Cramond or Swanston Room
Talks: please provide on memory stick at preceding break. Web upload (optional). Please allow plenty of time for questions!
Lunch: in chapterhouse (ground floor)
Conference dinner: Apex hotel, Grassmarket. Map provided!
Please contact reception if your dinner plans have changed
Eating out: suggestions are provided in delegates pack.
Internet: wireless access at e-Science Institute. See delegates pack.
Feedback forms: Please complete both of them and leave at reception!!

6. Finally, happy birthday to Dov!
surprise birthday cake at 3.15