FAQ
1. General Information
ISEE 2026 will take place from August 30 to September 2, 2026, in Munich, Germany, at the Science Congress Center Munich. More information is available under “Venue“.
The theme is “Understanding and Responding to Global and Local Challenges: Environmental Epidemiology in a Changing World.”
Yes. Pre-conference workshops will be held on August 30 and can be booked during registration for an additional fee. To add a workshop later, log in to your registration profile and edit your registration.
Yes, the ISEE Code of Conduct is available here: https://iseepi.org/isee_code_of_conduct.php
Yes. Certificates will be sent automatically by email after the conference.
Munich is one of Europe’s safest cities, with a very low crime rate. As in any major city, remain mindful of your belongings, especially in crowded areas and around the central station. Avoid unlit parks at night and use public transport or licensed ride services.
Emergency Number: 112
2. Registration & Fees
Registration will open in early 2026. More details will follow soon.Â
Yes. Fees will differ for Members and Non-Members and across six participant categories. Each category has an Early, Regular, and Late fee.
Key points from the General Terms and Conditions:
- Until May 21, 2026: 50% cancellation fee
- After May 21, 2026: no refunds
- Abstract rejected: no cancellation fee
- Visa denied: EUR 50.00 cancellation fee (with proof)
After your registration is fully paid and processed (this may take up to two business days), a “Receive Invitation Letter by email” button will appear in your registration profile. Click it to generate and receive your official invitation letter by email.
3. Submissions
Workshop proposals can be submitted via the official submission platform from November 24, 2025, to January 16, 2026. Details are available under “Call for Pre-Conference Workshops”.
Symposium proposals can be submitted from November 24, 2025, to January 16, 2026, via the official submission platform. Guidelines are under “Call for Symposia”.
Abstract submission opens January 19, 2026, and closes February 27, 2026. Details are under “Call for Abstracts”.
Workshops are reviewed for scientific merit by the Workshop Subcommittee. Based on assessments and Subcommittee Chair recommendations, the SOC Chairs select the final workshops, considering scientific quality, expected demand, and past performance.
Symposia are reviewed by the Symposia Subcommittee using predefined criteria. The SOC Chairs then select the final symposia, may combine similar submissions, and ensure topical and geographic diversity.
Submitters of rejected symposia are encouraged to have presenters submit individual abstracts.
Abstracts are reviewed by three independent reviewers (target: at least two reviews completed). Criteria include scientific quality, timeliness, and relevance.
The Oral Presentations Subcommittee selects oral presentations; non-selected abstracts are forwarded to the Poster Presentations Subcommittee.
4. Presentations
After the review process concludes in May 2026, the full program and schedule will be published.
Yes. Information on Plenary Speakers and Lectures will be published in early 2026 under “Plenary Speakers”.
Besides Plenaries, Workshops, and Symposia, ISEE 2026 will feature*:
Traditional Oral: 12 minutes (incl. 4 minutes Q&A)
Flash Talk: 6 minutes (incl. 1 minute Q&A)
Poster: Printed posters displayed for one day; presenters must be present during a designated Q&A time slot
E-Poster: Digital posters available throughout the conference at e-poster terminals; no scheduled Q&A slot
*subject to change
Yes. Guidelines will be posted once the program is finalized.
The oral presentation guidelines will be published on the conference website once the program is finalized.
Yes. A digital version of each poster must be uploaded to the abstract submission platform. Instructions will be included in acceptance notifications.
A decision regarding hybrid options is still pending. Updates will follow.
5. On-site Services & Logistics
Yes. The app will include program details, general information, live updates, and networking features.
Yes. Registered participants receive coffee breaks and a light lunch snack.
Yes. Wi-Fi details will be available in the conference app.
6. Travel & Accommodation
If you have any other questions not answered here, please contact the conference organization at registration@isee26.org.