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Location: Online/virtual

About: An online event that brings together entomologists from around the world to share and explore the latest research in the field. This virtual platform allows participants to present findings, exchange ideas, and connect with a global network of insect science professionals. By removing geographic barriers, the symposium fosters international collaboration and broadens access to cutting-edge entomological knowledge.

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The 2025 Invasive Ant Boot Camp will be held from May 6-8, 2026, at the University of Florida in Gainesville. This intensive three-day workshop, led by Dr. Andrea Lucky and a team of specialists in pest control, policy, and ant ecology, focuses on the identification and management of invasive ant species. Gain hands-on experience with some of the world's most problematic invasive and tramp ants through a combination of expert-led lectures, field trips, and lab sessions.

Location: Zoom Webinar

About: In this presentation, we will explore the significant contributions of IRAC International across various sectors. We will delve into the organization's mission, vision, and core values, highlighting its commitment to excellence. Attendees will gain insights into the key areas of focus to illustrate how IRAC International is making a meaningful impact on a global scale.

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Location: Kremlin Palace in Antalya, Türkiye—an iconic Mediterranean venue celebrated for its stunning coastline, cultural vibrancy, and exceptional hospitality. 

This year’s program will gather over 90 keynote speakers from across the globe, including three distinguished Nobel Laureates. The Opening Lecture will be delivered by Prof. Brian Kobilka (2012 Nobel Prize in Chemistry) for his groundbreaking research on G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), while Prof. Martin Chalfie Chalfie (2008 Nobel Prize in Chemistry, for GFP) and Prof. Craig C. Mello Mello (2006 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, for RNAi) will each contribute unique perspectives on discoveries that shaped modern biology. The scientific program will feature cutting-edge symposia and invited talks spanning topics such as dsRNA- and peptide-based biopesticides, microbial and symbiont-based technologies, enzyme platforms, and precision diagnostics. 

Atlanta, Georgia

Guayaquil, Ecuador

The University of Idaho (UI) Institute for Health in the Human Ecosystem (IHHE) is hosting its annual Biology of Vector-borne Diseases six-day course, Monday through Saturday, June 15-20, 2026, on the UI campus in Moscow, Idaho .

Accessible, condensed training and "knowledge networking" for advanced graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, new faculty, and current professionals to ensure competency in basic biology and cutting-edge knowledge for U.S. and global vector-borne diseases of plants, animals, and humans.

How to apply: Fill out the application form and attach a 2-page CV by March 16

Scholarships: Individuals who submit their applications by Dec. 31, 2025, will be evaluated for scholarships. The National Science Foundation (NSF) funds our scholarships to support the course fee which includes course materials, meals during the course, accommodation and financial support toward travel. Accepted applicants who are awarded scholarships will be notified through email by February 16, 2026.

Meet the candidates for ESA Governing Board positions, Section and International Branch officers, and Honorary Members. Learn More

Date: June 28 – July 3, 2026

Location: Tours, France

About: The13th European Congress of Entomology (ECE) will be held at the Le Vinci Congress Centre in Tours, France from June 28 - July 3, 2026.

The Organizing Committee of the XIII European Congress of Entomology, the French Entomological Society and the Praesidium for European Entomology, will host the XIII European Congress of Entomology in Tours, France, from June 29 to July 3, 2026.

Liège, Belgium