The annual Meeting of ELMI is an internationally recognized meeting on Light Microscopy combining lectures and hands-on industry workshops on cutting edge microscopy techniques and innovative applications in life sciences. In 2016 it will take place in Debrecen, Hungary, from the 24th to the 27th of May. In addition to plenary scientific lectures, ELMI 2016 offers a fantastic opportunity for users to enjoy the hands-on workshops in the latest developing instrumentation, and the chance to gain insight into the next generation of technologies. It also provides an excellent opportunity for networking with the industry and other devoted microscopists.