The 5th International Online Conference on Animals
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the chairs
We are delighted to announce the 5th International Online Conference on Animals (IOCAN2026), organized by MDPI's open access journal Animals (ISSN: 2076-2615; Impact Factor: 3.2). This year's conference will be held online from 22 to 24 March 2027.
On behalf of the Conference Chairs of IOCAN 2027, we are delighted to invite you to participate in this significant event. IOCAN 2027 will bring together researchers, veterinarians, industry experts, and policymakers from across the globe to exchange innovative ideas, present cutting-edge research, and explore sustainable solutions for the future of animal health and production. The conference will focus on major global challenges, including climate change, animal welfare, declining genetic diversity, emerging diseases, sustainable production, and environmental pressures.
S2. One Health: Improve Disease Manifestation and Management in Animals, Humans, and the Environment;
S3. Sustainable Animal Nutrition;
S4. Animal Physiology, Reproduction, and Sustainable Animal Production;
S5. Aquaculture Systems and Production Strategies in Asia;
S6. Smart Technologies for Sustainable Animal Systems in Europe;
S7. Animal Genomics and Genetic Improvement in the Americas.
A distinctive feature of IOCAN 2027 is its strong regional perspective, with three dedicated sessions focusing on Asia, Europe, and the Americas. These regions were selected because of their broad and highly active contributions to the corresponding research fields, as well as their diverse production systems, management strategies, and technological innovations. By highlighting these major research regions, the conference aims to encourage wider international exchange, promote cross-regional collaboration, and provide deeper insights into both shared and region-specific challenges in sustainable animal science.
As an online event, IOCAN 2027 offers the flexibility to participate conveniently from anywhere in the world, without the need for travel.
We sincerely hope you will join us for this exciting international event and contribute to the global dialogue shaping the future of sustainable animal science.
Conference Chairs
Prof. Dr. Clive J. C. Phillips, Curtin University Sustainability Policy (CUSP) Institute, Australia;
Prof. Dr. Colin G. Scanes, University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, USA;
Prof. Dr. Michael Hässig, University of Zürich, Switzerland.
Meet the Event Chairs
Important Dates
- Abstract submission deadlineOct 30, 2026
- Abstract acceptance notificationDec 04, 2026
- Early bird registration deadlineJan 22, 2027
- Regular registration deadlineMar 16, 2027
- Covering Author Registration DeadlineJan 22, 2027
- 1. Sustainable Animal Welfare, Ethics and Human-Animal Interactions
- 2. One Health: Improve Disease Manifestation and Management in Animals, Humans, and the Environment
- 3. Sustainable Animal Nutrition
- 4. Animal Physiology, Reproduction, and Sustainable Production
- 5. Aquaculture Systems and Production Strategies in Asia
Sponsors and Partners
Organizer
Media partner
Q1. Are there any discounts available for attendees registering?
Discounts are available for countries listed here.
Q2. Is there a fee to submit an abstract?
Abstract submission for IOCAN 2027 is free-of-charge. However, fees apply for registration to formally present your work, receive a formal certificate, be eligible for awards, participate in the conference.
Any abstracts not registered by 22 January 2027 will be automatically withdrawn from the program. Once an abstract is withdrawn, it can no longer be published in the proceedings or viewed in the conference gallery.
Q3. What are the supported payment methods and credit card types?
We accept payments in Swiss francs (CHF), Euros (EUR), US Dollars (USD), Pounds Sterling (GBP), Japanese Yen (JPY) and Canadian Dollars (CAD) via VISA, MasterCard, Maestro, American Express, Diners Club, Discover and China UnionPay. We also accept payments over Alipay+ in Euros (EUR), and over WeChat in Euros (EUR) and Swiss Francs (CHF).
We also accept wire (bank) transfer. Please ensure that transfer fees are paid by you as the “sender”; do not select “shared” fees or fees paid by the “beneficiary” or “recipient” in order that MDPI receives the full invoiced amount. We prefer to receive payment in CHF, but also accept payments in EUR, USD, GBP, JPY and CAD.
Q4. What is the required file format for poster submissions?
All accepted abstracts are eligible for a digital poster display. Please upload your poster as a PDF file via your author dashboard. All uploaded posters will be displayed in the Poster Gallery section on the conference website from the start of the event, where participants can view and comment during the conference.
More information on the template can be found at the Instruction for Authors section.
Q5. I cannot find the option or link to upload my poster. When and how can I upload it?
Only the submitting author has access to the “upload” function on Sciforum. If you cannot upload your file, please email us along with your Sciforum ID and poster in PDF to iocan2027@mdpi.com.
Please upload your file to the Sciforum platform before the conference begins (before 24 January 2027).
Q6. Will I receive a Certificate of Participation? How and when will the certificates be issued?
All participants who have completed their paid registration and attended the live sessions are entitled to a certificate after the conference. Certificates will be available for download in the My Certificates section on Sciforum after conference closing, and you will be notified by email once they are ready.
To acknowledge the support of the conference's esteemed authors and recognize their outstanding scientific accomplishments, we are pleased to announce that the conference will provide the following 3 types of awards.
1. Best Oral Presentation Award
Eligibility: Open to all authors selected as oral speakers who have delivered their presentation.
Criteria: Evaluation based on content quality, delivery clarity, audience interaction, and overall impact.
Prize: A prize of CHF 200 and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
2. Best Poster Award
Eligibility: Open to all authors who have presented their work through posters.
Criteria: Evaluation based on scientific merit, creativity, and ability to attract and engage viewers.
Prize: A prize of CHF 200 and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
3. Best Student Award
Eligibility: Exclusively for students who have presented their work in an oral presentation format.
Criteria: Based on quality of content, delivery, engagement with the audience, and overall impact.
Prize: A prize of CHF 200 and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
(Specific details will be announced before the conference.)
Announcement of Winners: The award winners will be evaluated and selected by the scientific committee after the conference. Results will be announced on the website, and all winners will be individually contacted via email.