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Join us at the University of Edinburgh for a special celebration marking the Physiological Society’s 150th anniversary, highlighting the vital role of physiology and physiologists; past, present, and future.
The celebrations will include the Physiological Society Hodgkin Huxley Katz International Prize Lecture, delivered by Professor Kristen Harris (University of Texas at Austin, US).
Designed to spark discussion and encourage meaningful exchange, the symposium combines cutting-edge science with dedicated networking opportunities to foster collaboration across disciplines.
For more information, please email events@physoc.org
Be part of the Physiological Society’s legacy
In 2026, the Society celebrates its 150th anniversary: a landmark moment to celebrate physiologists past and present, the discoveries that have shaped our understanding of the body, and the community driving physiology forward.
This meeting is one of the many exciting activities in our biggest programme of events to date celebrating this important 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.
To celebrate our 150th anniversary in 2026, we have introduced a new, more inclusive membership model, including the launch of a new free category, Associate Member, to welcome qualified individuals and strengthen the future of the Society. This is alongside reduced global membership fees to make joining and staying involved more accessible for all.
13:15 Welcome
13:30 A brainwide atlas of synaptic nanoarchitecture across the mouse lifespan
Takeshi Kaizuka, University of Edinburgh, UK
13:45 Altered axon initial segment development underpins Kv7 channel dysfunction in the Fmr1 knockout rat model
Jack Webster, University of Edinburgh, UK
14:00 Validating SV2A PET as a potential biomarker for synapse degeneration in Alzheimer’s disease
Lauren Young, University of Edinburgh, UK
14:15 Loss of the NMDA receptor subunit GluN2A selectively alters synaptic integration in somatostatin CA1 Interneurons
Daniel Hunter, University of Edinburgh, UK
14:30 mGluR1α-dependent LTP normalises sex-specific differences in temporoammonic plasticity in a rat model of 16p11.2-microdeletion
Britt Van der Gevel, University of Edinburgh, UK
15:00 Introduction
Professor David Wyllie, University of Edinburgh, UK
15:10 Structural synaptic plasticity during long-term potentiation (LTP)
Professor Kristen Harris, University of Texas at Austin, US
Registration
Registration is now closed. Please email events@physoc.org for late availability.
To celebrate our 150th anniversary in 2026, we have introduced a new, more inclusive membership model, including the launch of a new free category, Associate Member, to welcome qualified individuals and strengthen the future of the Society. This is alongside reduced global membership fees to make joining and staying involved more accessible for all.
| Membership category | Early registration rate until 19 May 2026 | Standard registration rate until 19 June 2026 |
| Member | £0 | £0 |
| Non-member | £0 | £0 |
Before registering, please read our event terms and conditions.
Member registration
In order to register as a member, you first need to log in with username and password. The system will default to the correct fee for your membership category.
Should you have any queries, please email events@physoc.org
Non-member registration
In order to register as a non-member you need to create a guest account.
Non-member rates include a complimentary one-year Society membership. Non-member attendees will be contacted after the event to confirm their membership activation.
By joining as a member, you will benefit from reduced registration and other key member benefits including:
- Free online access to The Society’s three world-class journals
- Free or discounted registration for Society events
- Eligibility for Society’s grant schemes
To find out more about membership with The Society, please click here or email membership@physoc.org
Applying for a visa
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For more detailed information, application forms and guidance notes, please visit the official UK visa website.
It is recommended that you apply for your visa well in advance (at least 12 weeks before the meeting) as applications for UK visas in certain countries can take longer than expected. Attendees are requested that they book early enough and apply for a visa with sufficient time prior to the conference.
The conference organisers cannot be held responsible if delegates do not receive their visas in time, and the cancellation policy will automatically apply. Every effort will be made to support genuine applications. The conference organisers are happy to provide you with documentation to support your application which will be sent as a PDF attachment. If you require a hard copy to be sent to you, please include your mailing (postal) address. The Physiological Society will only send via regular post.
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Please complete the webform below, and attach confirmation of your registration, and submitted abstract (if appropriate).
Supporting documentation will be distributed within 10 working days – it is the responsibility of the attendee to allow sufficient time for processing.
Please note that The Society are not involved with and cannot influence consular decisions.
Key Information
Key dates
| Registration opens | 27 April 2026 |
| Early bird registration deadline | 19 May 2026 |
| Conference Attendance Award deadline | 30 April 2026 |
| Registration deadline | 19 June 2026 |
| Meeting dates | 3 July 2026 |
Venue
The meeting will take place at the University of Edinburgh.
Old Medical School, Teviot Place,
The University of Edinburgh EH8 9AG
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