Join Us in Paradise: Genes, Brain and Behavior 2025 in Fiji!

We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 Annual Meeting will be held at a luxurious resort in the breathtaking islands of Fiji. This is a unique opportunity to combine cutting-edge scientific exchange with the serene beauty and vibrant culture of the Pacific.

DRAFT PROGRAM

Become an IBANGS Member and receive reduced rates. Member Benefits and Application Forms

Sponsor/Exhibitor Prospectus

Sponsor/Exhiibitor Registration

Conference Pricing (USD)
*Chair and Speakers from Selected Symposia will receive discounted meeting registration of $1,600

*Registration fee is reduced by $500 per person if sharing a room with another meeting registrant.

Registration includes 4 nights accommodation (5/19 through 5/22), breakfast, lunch, dinner, refreshments, opening reception and beachside banquet.

Regular Member - $2100
Student/Postdoc Member - $1600
Regular Non Member - $2500
Student/Postdoc Non Member - $1800
Regular Member (room sharing) - $1600
Student/Postdoc Member (room sharing) - $1100
Regular Non Member (room sharing) - $2000
Student/Postdoc Non Member (room sharing) - $1300

Meeting Registration 

Additional accommodation (up to three nights) before and after the meeting is available at a discounted price using the link below.
Supplementary Stay Registration 
Registration ends March 1, 2025

Meeting Information and FAQ

Fiji Travel

Calls/Deadlines

Call for Investigator Award Nominations 2025
Deadline October 15, 2024

Symposia Submission and Guidelines 
Deadline extended October 31, 2024

Travel Award Submission and Guidelines 
Deadline January 17, 2025

Abstract Submission and Guidelines 
Deadline: January 17, 2025

Plenary Speakers

Presidential Speaker: Professor Margaret (Peg) McCarthy
Sex Differences in the Developing Brain
https://www.mccarthylab.com/

Keynote: Professor Barry Dickson
Neural circuits and behavior in Drosophila
https://qbi.uq.edu.au/profile/1057/barry-dickson

Local Organizers
Associate Professor Kelly Clemens, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
Professor Timothy Bredy, Queensland Brain Institute, Brisbane, Australia