Call for Abstracts: Share Your Research at ICCB 2025 in Australia!

[Society for Conservation Biology]

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International Congress for Conservation Biology ICCB 2025 | 15-19 June, 2025 | Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia   The Society for Conservation Biology is excited to announce the Call for Abstracts for Contributed Presentations for its 32nd International Congress for Conservation Biology (ICCB 2025).   Abstracts for contributed presentations (oral and speed talks and poster presentations) will be accepted through 21 February, 2025.   Visit the ICCB 2025 Sessions page for more on abstract types and to access the ICCB Submission Site.   Submitting an abstract for ICCB 2025 in Meanjin/Brisbane offers conservation professionals, students and researchers a unique platform to share groundbreaking ideas and research, collaborate with global peers, and impact the future of conservation science. Presenting at ICCB can amplify your work to a diverse audience of scientists, practitioners, and policymakers, sparking collaborations that can lead to impactful conservation solutions.   ICCB 2025 will feature more than 140 sessions during the main scientific program, including symposia, contributed sessions, plenary talks, and lunchtime meetings as well as dozens of pre-and post congress workshops, training courses, and forums.   Registration rates have now been published. Registration will be opened by the end of November. Enhancing Language Inclusivity at ICCB with Free Academic Proofreading   ICCB is thrilled to partner with Writefull to offer delegates a quick and efficient proofreading service for their abstracts.   This collaboration underscores our commitment to the linguistic and cultural diversity of ICCB participants, helping facilitate a rich exchange of diverse ideas, knowledge, and expertise in biodiversity conservation. Learn more about our ICCB 2025 Language Accessibility Committee's initiatives and philosophy here.     Natural Bridge in Springbook National Park. Springbrook National Park is home to spectacular waterfalls, lush rainforest, ancient trees, impressive views and exceptional ecological importance. Join the Global Conversation on Conservation at ICCB 2025!   Join the global conservation community at ICCB 2025 in beautiful Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia from 15-19 June, 2025. ICCB is the largest global gathering dedicated to addressing conservation challenges and showcasing cutting-edge research and practice in the field.   Brisbane, known for its vibrant culture, stunning riverside views, biodiversity and proximity to world-renowned natural wonders like the Great Barrier Reef and rainforests, offers an inspiring setting. Experience the perfect blend of innovation and nature while engaging with conservation leaders from around the world.   Register your interest here!   Student Travel Awards   Applications are now open for a limited number of highly competitive student travel awards. The purpose of these awards is to enable conference participation by SCB student members who would not otherwise be able to attend. Students can apply for an award to cover the cost of their conference registration, economy airfares, and hostel accommodation (shared dorm room at the YHA Brisbane City). Overseas travel award applicants must hold a passport, and will be responsible for organising and covering the costs associated with travel insurance and securing any necessary visas or ETAs to travel to Australia. Learn more here.   Applications for travel awards close 8th December, 2024.   Field Trips & Activities   Registration for some of our ICCB 2025 field trips is now open! You can now sign up for:   Koala Sanctuary and Mount Coot-tha Brisbane City Highlights Brisbane River City Kayaking Tamborine Mountain UNESCO Springbrook Rainforests and Waterfalls Far North Queensland Learn more here.   Maximize Your Impact: Host Side Events and Team Retreats at ICCB   As the largest international congress for addressing conservation challenges and presenting the latest research in conservation science and practice, ICCB unites conservation and social science researchers, students, practitioners, and government and NGO professionals, policy specialists, leaders from indigenous groups and faith-based organizations, and other conservation stakeholders.   This offers a rare platform to convene global experts in a vibrant setting, allowing you to maximize the impact of your participation and make the most of your time in Brisbane.   We welcome all conservation organizations and foundations to use ICCB as the place to meet in 2025.   Help Make ICCB a Success: Sponsorship Opportunities ICCB is a place for intensive dialogue on the greatest conservation challenges of our time, for training young professionals, and for creating conservation activities and networks. SCB is looking for partners to support the congress that prepares emerging leaders and scientists to meet the challenge of sustaining biodiversity for the present and future generations.   ICCB Sponsors & Exhibitors Increase your visibility and directly engage with ~1700 attendees. Showcase your programs, products, and services in front of conservation stakeholders and end users of conservation tools, science, data, art, publications, field equipment, and more. Build brand awareness and enhance your influence in the conservation community. Sponsors may partner with SCB across a wide range of levels and opportunities. Explore our ICCB 2025 Sponsor and Exhibitor Prospectus to learn more and to find the sponsorship that's right for your organization.   Questions? Please contact ICCB...@conbio.org.     From publishers to large and small conservation NGOs to suppliers of field research tools, a hallmark of ICCB is the diverse exhibit hall where attendees gather to explore the newest conservation initiatives and projects, career opportunities, and biodiversity research instruments.   Our conference logo, designed by Quandamooka artist Amanda Diamond of Yura Bunji Art, reflects the ICCB 2025 philosophy by including representations of the people of the Brisbane River, the three islands of Moreton Bay, and some of the beautiful native species that can be found in the immediate vicinity of the conference venue. ICCB 2025 Important Dates   Here are the important ICCB 2025 dates to make note of: Call for symposia, forums, workshops and training courses - Closed Call for abstracts - Now open! Early bird registration opens - November 2024 Deadline for abstract submissions - February 2025 Early bird registration closes - April 2025 Regular registration opens - April 2025 Proposals for simple workshops and mixers opens - April 2025 Our Host City: Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia   SCB and SCB Oceania are excited to welcome ICCB attendees to the capital city of Queensland, Meanjin/Brisbane. The city Brisbane is situated on the Brisbane River, flanked by the Ramsar Wetland of Moreton Bay, and has a thriving cultural scene with numerous art galleries, theatres and museums.   Meanjin/Brisbane is also known for its beautiful green spaces, like the City Botanic Gardens. Brisbane's winter climate is generally dry and mild, which makes ICCB a great time to explore the nearby subtropical rainforest of Lamington and Mount Glorious, bike around the city, or explore islands around Moreton Bay like North Stradbroke, which has a daily ferry from the mainland.   Queensland is Australia’s most biodiverse state with habitats that range from lowland tropical rainforest to heathlands, eucalypt and acacia woodlands, tropical grasslands, and deserts. Brisbane is in the middle of the “Forests of East Australia” global biodiversity hotspot with narrow range endemics such as Albert’s lyrebird, black-breasted buttonquail and paradise riflebird, the original macadamia species, innumerable orchids, over 100 species of frog, koala, platypus, echidna, gliders and many macropods. Meanjin/Brisbane is even home to a megapode that is a garden pest! In Moreton Bay there are several mangrove species, dolphins, dugongs, humpback whales and abundant shorebirds, while the Great Barrier Reef is accessible by driving a few hours north.   We hope to see you there!   Brisbane/Meanjin is situated on the Brisbane River, and has a thriving cultural scene with numerous art galleries, theaters and museums. Follow us! Follow us on Twitter (@ICCB2025), Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on all things ICCB 2025!   Thank You to Our Sponsors   Thank You to Our Partners ICCB...@conbio.org | ICCB 2025

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