Important Dates for the 2026 APS Comparative Physiology Conference  

Plan Ahead for Orlando 

We look forward to welcoming APS members and the broader comparative physiology community to the Comparative Physiology Conference, Sept. 17–20, 2026.  

Keep these important dates in mind as you prepare to present your research, apply for awards and register for the conference. 

Key Dates at a Glance

• Abstract submission site opens—Mar. 30 
• Registration site opens—Mar. 30 
• Abstract submission deadline—May 15 
• Awards deadline—May 15  
• Travel awards application deadline—May 15  
• Official letters of invitations sent to invited speakers—June
• Late-breaking Abstract submission site opens (poster format only)—June 8
• APS to send abstract notifications with programming information—June 13 
• Late-breaking Abstract submission deadline (poster format only)—July 20
• Early registration deadline—July 31 
• Registration cancellation deadline—Aug. 31  
• Regular registration deadline—Sept. 20
• See you in Orlando!—Sept. 17–20

Don’t Miss a Deadline

• Submit your abstract by May 15 to be considered for an oral presentation.
• Apply for travel and dependent support awards by May 15.
• Submit your late-breaking abstract by July 20.
• Register early by July 31 to save on fees.
• Cancel by Aug. 31 to receive a partial refund (processing fee applies).

Questions?

Visit the Registration or Abstracts pages for full details, or contact the APS Office of Scientific Meetings for help.