Call for Abstracts: Join the 11th SCCS Europe 2026 in Hungary
The Student Conference on Conservation Science (SCCS) Europe is inviting young conservationists, students, and early-career researchers to register and submit an abstract for registration. Hosted by the HUN-REN Centre for Ecological Research, this year’s gathering will take place in Balatonvilágos, on the picturesque shores of Lake Balaton, from 1-5 September 2026.
Under the theme “Connecting Eastern and Western Europe in Conservation Biology,” the conference offers a unique platform to present research, engage in career-enriching workshops, and network with experts in one of Central Europe’s most beautiful settings.
SCCS encourages submissions covering a wide range of conservation topics. Whether you are presenting a talk or a poster, this is your chance to share your findings with a diverse international audience and gain valuable feedback from leaders in the field.
Keynote Speakers
- Prof. Dr. Raphaël Arlettaz – University of Bern, Switzerland
- Dr. Tibor Standovár – ELTE Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary
- Dr. Tamara Mitrofanenko – Carpathian Convention, Austria
Important Dates
- 30 April: Registration and abstract submission open
- 10 June: Registration and abstract submission deadline
- 28 June: Abstract selection notifications sent out
- 12 July: Deadline for presenters to confirm involvement
The all-inclusive conference fee is €400, covering registration, accommodation at the lakeside holiday home of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, and full catering.
As part of our commitment to supporting emerging scientists, Pensoft Publishers will be participating as a sponsor. They will be providing the Best Talk Award, featuring a free publication in the journal Nature Conservation, and the Best Poster Award, which includes the book Scaling in Ecology and Biodiversity Conservation (authored by the journal’s Editor-in-Chief).
For more details on submission guidelines and the programme, please visit the SCCS Europe website or contact sccs@ecolres.hu.