Protein Engineering 2019 will have a strong emphasis on support and encouragement for the next generation of scientists, along with early-career researchers, a Young Researchers Forum, and activities to encourage interaction with peers and experts. Altogether the Conference aims to be a classic cross-discipline gathering in the protein and genetic engineering field for research presentation, discussion, learning, inspiration and encouragement with participants leaving with new research knowledge and thoughts, and perhaps the beginnings of international collaborations and associations.