Neobiota 2026

From 7 to 11 September 2026, Belgium will host Neobiota 2026, the 14th International Conference on Biological Invasions.

The conference will also welcome the final event of the LIFE RIPARIAS project.

ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The International Neobiota conference is an initiative from Neobiota, the European Group on Biological Invasions.

It is part of a well-established biennial series that brings together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders from around the world to share cutting-edge scientific research on biological invasions.

This year, the conference features a rich programme including Thematic and General Sessions, keynote speakers, poster and oral presentations, and a field trip.

Neobiota 2026 also welcomes the final event of the LIFE RIPARIAS project, which focuses on transitioning from data to management of biological invasions.

Programme

✧ Monday, 7 September: Welcome drink at 16:00

✧ Tuesday, 8 September: Neobiota conference & LIFE RIPARIAS final event

✧ Wednesday, 9 September: Field trip

✧ Thursday, 10 September: Neobiota conference

✧ Friday, 11 September: Neobiota conference

The conference programme is structured around Thematic Sessions and General Sessions.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

✧ Prof. Dr. Melodie McGeoch - Monash University, Australia

✧ Prof. Dr. Anke Fisher - Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden

✧ Prof. Dr. Mark van Kleunen - University of Konstanz, Germany

✧ Prof. Dr. Laura A. Meyerson - University of Rhode Island, USA

PRACTICALITIES

Ready to be part of this unique event?

Looking for a hotel near the venue?
Special discounted rates are available for participants.
Additional three-star hotels will be added to the list in March.

Alternatively, you can consult a list of hostels in the surrounding area.

Interested to participate as speaker or have your poster presented?
For guidance, see the abstract submission guidelines and the Thematic and General Sessions.
Deadline: 15 April 2026

CONTACT

For more information about the conference, please contact neobiota@inbo.be

To know more about Neobiota, the European Group on Biological Invasions, visit the website.

PARTNERS