Events
Celebrate 150 years of physiology with us
Join us this year for our special celebrations across the UK and Ireland, marking the Physiological Society’s 150th anniversary. Designed to spark discussion and encourage meaningful exchange, the symposiums combines cutting-edge science with dedicated networking opportunities to foster collaboration across disciplines. Highlighting the vital role of physiology and physiologists; past, present, and future.
Be part of the Society’s legacy
2026 is our biggest programme of events to date celebrating our 150th milestone. All abstracts presented throughout the year will be published in a special 150th Anniversary Abstract Booklet, which will become part of our historical archive capturing a snapshot of physiological research in 2026.
Celebrating Physiology events calendar
Find out more about the registration and abstract submission deadlines to celebrate with us. Members who submit an abstract may be eligible to apply for a Conference Attendance Award to help with registration, travel, and accommodation costs.
Celebrating Physiology in Oxford
18 – 19 June 2026 | University of Oxford, UK
The celebrations will include insightful presentations from Professor Denis Noble (University of Oxford, UK) and Nobel Laureate Professor Sir Peter Ratcliffe (University of Oxford, UK).
Day 1 will conclude with the unveiling of a blue plaque honouring the outstanding physiologist Sir John Eccles.
Celebrating Physiology in Northern Ireland
25 June 2026 | Queen’s University Belfast, UK
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society Widening Participation in Physiology Prize, delivered by Dr Simon Cork (Anglia Ruskin University, UK).
Celebrating Physiology in London
30 June – 01 July 2026 | University College London, UK
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society Hodgkin Huxley Katz International Prize Lecture, delivered by Professor Kristen Harris (University of Texas at Austin, US).
Key dates
Abstract submission deadline: 30 April 2026
Celebrating Physiology in Edinburgh
03 July 2026 | Celebrating Physiology in Edinburgh
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society Hodgkin Huxley Katz International Prize Lecture, delivered by Professor Kristen Harris (University of Texas at Austin, US).
Key dates
Registration opens: 09 April 2026
Celebrating Physiology in Cambridge
18 September 2026 | University of Cambridge, UK
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society Mabel Fitzgerald Prize for Diversity in Physiology delivered by Professor Ming Lei (University of Oxford, UK).
Key dates
Registration opens: 18 May 2026
Celebrating Physiology in Ireland
30 October 2026 | Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society R Jean Banister Prize Lecture for Early-Career Physiologists, delivered by Dr Srikanth Ramaswamy (Newcastle University, UK).
Key dates
Registration opens: 01 July 2026
Upcoming events
The latest updates and deadlines for our two-day meetings. Here’s a reminder of the schedule.
UK Glia 2026
08 – 09 June 2026 | University of Bristol, UK
This meeting will highlight the pivotal role of glia in brain physiology, offering invaluable insights for those investigating glia function in both health and disease.
It is an essential event for anyone seeking to integrate glia research into their work, addressing crucial areas like neurodegeneration and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Key dates
Registration closes: 18 May 2026
Synergy for Science 2026: PIEZOs and the Physiology of Mechanobiology
12 – 16 July 2026 | Scottish Event Campus, Glasgow, UK
The inaugural Synergy for Science 2026, SynSci26, conference features the 6th International Symposium for Mechanobiology, placing mechanobiology at the heart of the event. It will bring together researchers exploring how forces shape life across development, ageing, and disease.
As part of SynSci26, the Society is hosting a dedicated two-day track within the broader programme ‘PIEZOs and the Physiology of Mechanobiology’.
Key dates:
Early bird registration deadline: 01 May 2026
Final registration deadline: 03 July 2026
Recent Advances in Nutritional Physiology: A Muscle-centric Perspective
25 – 26 August 2026 | University of Exeter, UK
This meeting will explore recent advances in nutritional physiology as they pertain to skeletal muscle tissue. Contemporary topics will include the influence of age and sex on protein turnover, the skeletal muscle response to obesity and weight loss, ketone metabolism, and the interplay between exercise and nutrition. Over the two days, the programme will present a diverse range of emerging evidence, spanning mechanistic experimental physiology through to clinical applications.
Ion Channels in Organ Microcirculatory Control: Emerging Ideas and Pathological Relevance
27 – 28 August 2026 | University of Oxford, UK
This meeting offers a unique opportunity to delve into the cutting-edge science of vascular ion channels, spanning from their intricate molecular mechanisms to their influence on the complex physiological functions of the cardiovascular system. Key highlights of the event include (i) an exploration of the molecular physiology of ion channels, revealing how regulation at the single-channel level translates into the dynamic control of blood vessel function; (ii) innovative in silico computational studies that illuminate the impact of ion channels on microvascular blood flow; and (iii) a focus on the medical relevance of vascular ion channels, featuring inspiring examples of how academic discoveries are driving innovation and the development of new therapies.
Key dates:
Abstract submission period: 22 April – 08 June 2026
Registration deadline: 06 August 2026
Advancing Physiology Together: Showcasing Research, Enhancing Careers, and Building Communities
25 – 26 November 2026 | Royal Society of Medicine, London, UK
Key dates:
Registration opens: 01 September 2026
