Physical and life science conferences are where scientists present new research in biology, chemistry, physics, biotechnology, materials and environmental science. ConferenceInc lists upcoming science conferences for 2026–2027 worldwide.
Most scientific conferences combine invited keynote lectures with contributed talks and poster sessions, and many offer reduced fees or travel awards for students and early-career researchers.
ConferenceInc currently lists 38 upcoming science conferences worldwide across 15 cities. The busiest city is London (5 events), followed by Berlin, Vienna and Osaka.
The busiest month is December 2026 with 7 events. The next event is 3rd International Conference on Cleaner Production and Circular Economy on 12 November 2026 in Rome.
The leading host countries are the UK (6), Germany (5) and Japan (5).
Society-run meetings in your field are usually the safest choice. Check the scientific committee, past programmes and the abstract review process, and look for student travel awards before you register.
Related guides: conference proceedings vs journal articles, travel grants for international conferences and registration waivers.
Many scientific societies offer travel awards or reduced registration for students and early-career researchers, usually for those presenting an accepted abstract.
An oral presentation is a short talk in a session. A poster presentation displays your work on a poster during a dedicated session, where you discuss it one-to-one with attendees.
Right now the most upcoming science conferences are in the UK, Germany, Japan and the USA.