International Veterinary Science Conference 2027
International Veterinary Science Conference 2027
Integrating Veterinary Science and One Health for Global Wellbeing
1 February 2027
5 March 2027
18 March 2027
18 March 2027
11 June 2027
Global Veterinary Leadership, Companion Animal Medicine, Translational Veterinary Science, Precision Veterinary Medicine, One Health Governance, Veterinary Industry Innovation, Antimicrobial Resistance, Veterinary Surgery, Animal Welfare Science
Welcome from the Chairs
On behalf of the organizing committee, it is our great pleasure to welcome you to the International Conference on Veterinary Sciences 2027, to be held in May 2027 in Hangzhou, China.
Under the theme “Integrating Veterinary Science and One Health for Global Wellbeing, ”this conference aims to bring together leading scientists, clinicians, industry experts, and policymakers from around the world. Our goal is to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration at the interface of veterinary science, translational research, and global health.
The scientific program has been carefully designed to reflect both emerging frontiers and real-world challenges in veterinary sciences, and will cover the following key sessions:
• Microbial Frontiers, Immunology, and Transformative Vaccinology
• Precision Veterinary Medicine and Digital Clinical Transformation
• Infectious Diseases, Biosecurity, and One Health Leadership
• Veterinary Industry Innovation and Global Translational Pathways
• Veterinary Public Health, Food Systems, and Global Food Safety
These sessions will highlight cutting-edge advances in areas such as genomic surveillance, systems immunology, AI-assisted diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance, translational vaccinology, and sustainable animal production systems. Importantly, the conference will emphasize the integration of science, industry, and governance to address complex global challenges under the One Health framework.
Ghent University, Belgium
City University of Hong Kong, China
Event Chairs
Department of Pathobiology, Pharmacology and Zoological Medicine, Ghent University, Merelbeke, Belgium,
Department of Infectious Diseases and Public Health, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
Professor Patrick Butaye is STEM-professor at City University’s Jockey Club College of Veterinary Medicine and Life Sciences. Patrick graduated with a degree of Veterinary Medicine from Ghent University in 1994. In 2000, he obtained his PhD from the same university. Following this, he worked as Senior researcher and head of division at the former Veterinary and Agrochemical Research institute in Brussel until 2015. In 2006, he became Adjunct Professor at Ghent University and still holds that position. In 2015, he started a Professorship at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, whereafter in 2023, he started at City University of Hong Kong. He is also senior research fellow at the One Health Research Foundation, Miramar Florida. Patrick is or has been member of several national and international advisory committees and expert panels and has been ad hoc expert on a multitude of occasions. These include the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), World Health Organization (Who), Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO), Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), Belgian Food safety authority (FAVV). He is member of the Executive board of the European Study Group on Veterinary Microbiology (ESGVM), as part of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID). He has been member of several project review panels worldwide. Patrick is Editor in Chief of the journal Veterinary Sciences (MDPI), member of the Editorial Board of BMC Veterinary Research and Editor for PlosOne and Associate Editor for Frontiers in Antimicrobials, Resistance and Chemotherapy as well as Guest Editor for Frontiers in Veterinary Science.
Prof. Dr. Wentao Li is a Professor at the College of Animal Science and Technology and the College of Veterinary Medicine at Huazhong Agricultural University, China. He currently serves as the Director of the Animal Disease Diagnostic Center. His research focuses on the diagnosis, pathogenesis, and control of major animal infectious diseases, particularly African swine fever and animal coronaviruses. Prof. Li’s work also encompasses the identification and characterization of emerging viruses in pigs, dogs, and cats, as well as investigations into viral invasion mechanisms and host–pathogen interactions. In addition, his research extends to the discovery of disease-resistant genes for breeding purposes and the development of antiviral strategies, including therapeutic monoclonal antibodies and small-molecule drugs. He has led and participated in several major research initiatives, including national-level funding programs and projects on disease surveillance, early warning systems, and antiviral breeding strategies. Prof. Li holds a Ph.D. in Preventive Veterinary Medicine from Huazhong Agricultural University and a Ph.D. from Utrecht University, the Netherlands. He is a doctoral supervisor and an active member of key national research platforms, including the State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology. Prof. Li has received multiple honors, including recognition as a national high-level talent and a Global Highly Cited Researcher (2022), reflecting his significant contributions to veterinary science and infectious disease research.
Sessions
S2. Precision Veterinary Medicine and Digital Clinical Transformation
S3. Infectious Diseases, Biosecurity, and One Health Leadership
S4. Veterinary Industry Innovation and Global Translational Pathways
S5. Veterinary Public Health, Food Systems, and Global Food Safety
Instructions for Authors
The abstract should be submitted in English only and the word limits are 200-300 words. The structure abstract should include the introduction, methods, results, and conclusions sections.
All abstracts accepted for presentation will be collected in a book of abstracts, which will be displayed on the website during the conference.
Abstract Acceptance Notification: 5 March 2027
Please note that, in order to finalize the scientific program in due time, at least one registration by any of the authors, denoted as Covering Author, is required to cover the presentation and publication of any accepted abstract. Covering Author registration deadline is 18 March 2027. Your abstract will be withdrawn if your registration is not complete by this date.
Authors are encouraged to prepare their presentations using PowerPoint or similar software. Please note that all presentations must be delivered in English. A link for slide upload will be provided prior to the conference.
Each presenter will be provided with a vertical poster board. The poster size is 84.1cm x 118.9cm (A0 - portrait). Please print your poster prior to the conference. A plan of the poster session will be circulated later on. You can use our free template to create your poster. The poster template can be downloaded HERE.
Registration
Important Information
If you are registering several people under the same registration order, please do not use the same email address for each person, but their individual institutional email addresses. Thank you for your understanding.
Please note that if you pay in CNY, we can only provide a Chinese Fapiao, and no invoice will be issued. If you need a proforma invoice and an English receipt, please choose another currency.
来自中国的参会者，注册时请选择人民币（CNY）作为支付币种；来自中国境外的参会者，注册时请选择其他币种。
请注意，选择人民币（CNY）付款后，只能提供中文发票，无法提供Invoice。如需形式发票和英文收据，请选择其他币种。
Regarding the Fapiao required by Chinese scholars
After successful payment, starting from 4 June 2027, please visit https://publink.cnpereading.com/ to log in to the payment system using the mobile number provided during payment. Navigate to "Fapiao Management" → "Issue Fapiao", and enter your tax identification number to submit your Fapiao request. If you have any questions, please contact the conference team after completing the payment.
Please note: Due to financial settlement procedures, Fapiao issuance will be suspended during the last 3–4 business days of each month. Requests submitted at the end of the month will be processed uniformly in early the following month. Please log in to the system at that time to download your Fapiao.
关于中国学者需要的增值税发票，在您付款成功后，自 2027年6月4日起，请点击https://publink.cnpereading.com/ 登录付款系统（使用付款时填写的手机号），进入发票管理-点击开具发票，填写纳税识别号以申请开具发票。如有疑问，请在付款完成后联系会议组邮。详细操作指南请见此文件。
注意事项：因财务结算，每月最后3–4个工作日暂停开票；月底提交的申请将顺延至次月初统一处理，请您届时登录系统下载发票。
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Early Bird Until 18 March 2027 |
Regular Until 11 June 2027 |
Supported documents | |
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| Student | 1500.00 CNY | 1800.00 CNY |
Please upload a valid proof of your student identify. |
| Academic | 2000.00 CNY | 2300.00 CNY | |
| Non-Academic | 2500.00 CNY | 3000.00 CNY |
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| Sponsorship attendee |
Please upload the signed sponsorship form. |
Cancellation policy
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Cancellation of paid registration is possible under the terms listed below:
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> 2 months before the conference
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Full refund but 500 CNY is retained for administration
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> 1 month before the conference
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Refund 50% of the applying fees
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> 2 weeks before the conference
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Refund 25% of the applying fees
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< 2 weeks before the conference
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No refund
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In the unlikely event that IVSC 2027 Conference Secretariat shall deem it necessary to cancel the conference, all pre-paid registration fees will be reimbursed. IVSC 2027 Conference Secretariat shall not be liable for reimbursing the cost of travel or accommodation arrangements made by individual delegates.
Photographs and/or video will be taken during the conference
By taking part in this event you grant the event organizers full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes to help achieve the conference’s aims. This might include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity, social media, press releases and funding applications.
Payment methods
Wire transfer, Credit card
Currencies accepted by this event
Swiss francs (CHF) , Euros (EUR) , US dollars (USD) , Pounds sterling (GBP) , Japanese yen (JPY) , Canadian dollars (CAD) , Singapore dollars (SGD) and Chinese yuan (CNY)
Publication Opportunities
1. Veterinary Science Journal Publication
Participants of IVSC 2027 are cordially invited to contribute a full manuscript to the conference's Special Issue (to be updated later), published in the Veterinary Science (ISSN 2306-7381, IF 2.3, Citescore 3.5) with a 20% discount on the Article Processing Charges (APC) fee.
Publication Notice: All submitted papers will undergo MDPI’s standard peer-review procedure. The abstracts should be cited and noted on the first page of the paper.
Authors of accepted abstracts are highly encouraged to submit an extended proceedings paper (4–8 pages) for the conference's dedicated proceedings volume in the Biology and Life Sciences Forum (ISSN 2673-9976) journal . Publication of the proceedings will be free of charge.
Publication Notice: Proceedings papers will undergo peer-review procedure. Acceptance at the conference does not ensure final publication.
Event Awards
Eligibility: Open to all authors who have given an oral presentation.
Criteria: Based on the quality of content, delivery, engagement with the audience, and overall impact.
Prize: Waive the Article Processing Charges (APC) for one paper only and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
Eligibility: Open to all researchers who have showcased their work through posters.
Criteria: Judged on scientific merit, creativity, and ability to attract attention and engage with viewers.
Prize: Discount on the Article Processing Charges (APC) for one paper only and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
Visa Information
All visitors to China must meet the following entry requirements:
- Valid travel document (with a minimum validity of 6 months);
- Onward/return ticket;
- Entry facilities to next destination;
- Sufficient funds to stay in China;
- Visa for China (*if applicable).
Visa-free policy
Unilateral visa-free policy: Brunei, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Holland, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, New Zealand, Australia, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Slovenia, Slovakia, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Andorra, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Korea, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Malta, Estonia, Latvia, and Japan.
Mutual visa-free policy: The United Arab Emirates, Barbados, Bahamas, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ecuador, Fiji, Grenada, Mauritius, San Marino, Seychelles, Serbia, Tonga, Belarus, Qatar, Armenia, Albania, Dominica, Suriname, Maldives, Singapore, Thailand, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Antigua and Barbuda, Solomon Islands.
List of Agreements on Mutual Visa Exemption Between the People’s Republic of China and Foreign Countries
Request for Visa Application Document(s) - Invitation Letter
If, for visa purposes, you require an invitation letter to allow you to travel to China, please email ivsc2027@mdpi.com the following details to the conference secretariat:
- Photocopy of your passport;
- Name (as it appears on your passport);
- Passport number;
- Nationality;
- Date and Place of Birth;
- Place of Issue;
- Date of Issue: dd/mm/yyyy;
- Expiration Date: dd/mm/yyyy;
- Country of departure;
- Job title;
- Organization;
- Mailing address;
- Email.
Kindly ensure that you have completed your registration and made payment before sending in your request for your visa application document(s) to the conference secretariat. The document(s) will be prepared and sent by email. Failure to provide the above information will result in the delay of your invitation letter.
Guide To China
1.1. Credentials/Documents
(a) Passport
(b) Visa if needed
1.2. Daily Necessities
(a) Masks, medicines (e.g., cold medicine/gastrointestinal medicine/anti-inflammatory medicine)
(b) Conversion plug, mobile phone card (open international traffic)
(c) Credit card and some cash; commonly used Alipay and WeChat
2. Local Life Tips
2.1. Public Safety
Chinese police number: 110
Chinese emergency number: 120
Fire alarm number in China: 119
2.2. Common APP
(a) How to Pay
• In China, you can enjoy convenient payments with just a mobile phone. Payment services such as Alipay and Weixin Pay are available.
Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Diners Club, and Discover cards can all be added.
This is a Alipay guide video: https://youtu.be/JcUKLoNyeUQ?si=rOfa1xkOO6PTrHzh
• Cash. If you need cash, you can withdraw RMB cash with your bank card at an ATM with logos of the corresponding bank card organizations. You can also directly exchange at bank outlets with currency exchange signs, outlets of qualified financial institutions, or self-service kiosks. Please consult the staff for currencies available.
Search routes: Gaode Maps, Baidu Maps
Public transportation: public transportation is well developed, generally take the bus, subway, use Alipay - you can swipe the electronic card to pay for the trip.
Sponsors and Partners
Details of sponsorship opportunities can be found in our Sponsorship Prospectus. If you have any questions or wish to discuss options further, please do not hesitate to contact us at ivsc2027@mdpi.com.
Organizers
Co-organizers
Conference Secretariat
Ms. Jie Gu
Dr. Alina-Andrada Igna
Ms. Siru A
Ms. Carol Yan
ivsc2027@mdpi.com
For inquiries regarding submissions, registrations and sponsorship opportunities, please feel free to contact us.
