Programme
Regional ISAE East-West Central conference 2026

Conference Programme

The detailed scientific programme of the ISAE East–West Central Europe Joint Regional Conference 2026 will be published soon. It will include keynote lectures, oral and poster presentations, thematic sessions, and a workshop focused on current topics in applied ethology, animal welfare, and animal cognition.

The preliminary schedule is outlined below.

Tuesday, 9 June 2026: Welcome Ceremony and informal networking event in the evening.

Wednesday–Thursday, 10–11 June 2026: Scientific programme, including keynote lectures, oral sessions, poster presentations, and workshop.

Thursday, 11 June 2026: Conference Gala Dinner.

Friday, 12 June 2026: Excursions and social activities.

Conference Events

Welcome Ceremony

Time and date: 18:00–21:00, Tuesday, 9 June 2026
Location: Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences, Entrance Hall
Price: Included in the registration fee.

The welcome cocktail and light buffet will be served in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Participants will have the opportunity to meet colleagues, make new connections, and reconnect with fellow delegates at the beginning of the conference.

Lunches and Gala Dinner

Lunches: 10 and 11 June 2026
Gala Dinner: 11 June 2026
Location: Campus Pub Klub C, CZU campus
Price: Included in the registration fee.

Lunches and the Gala Dinner will take place at Klub C, located on the CZU campus, offering participants a relaxed environment for networking and informal discussions.

Excursions

Both excursions will be organised on Friday, 12 June 2026.
The meeting point for all participants will be at the Faculty of Tropical AgriSciences (FTZ) building.

Option 1: Guided visit to Prague Zoo
Participants will have the opportunity to visit Prague Zoo and meet the curators during a guided tour.
A small entrance fee applies.
The zoo is easily accessible by public transport (approximately 30 minutes from the university).

Option 2: Guided visit to the Deer Farm (Institute of Animal Science, Prague)
This excursion will include a commented tour of the research deer farm and insights into current research and management practices.
No participation fee is required.
The location is accessible by public transport (approximately 60 minutes from the university).