The SABV Symposium 2026, together with the EU-SABV Core Group meeting (held on June 25th, 2026), is co-organized by the EU-SABV COST Action (CA24168), the European Initiative to Enhance the Current SABV Policy in Preclinical Biomedical Research, funded by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST). Learn more about the EU-SABV COST Action at action webpage
The SABV Symposium 2026 features lectures exploring the biological basis of sex differences, their underlying mechanisms, and their significance in health and disease. Particular attention will be given to practical strategies for incorporating biological sex into study design, with a special focus on hormone-sensitive stages of female reproductive life and their links to disease risk.
The official SABV Symposium 2026 Abstract Book is now available:
Download the PDF (10 MB)
University Hospital Zurich
Building NORD 1
Large lecture hall
(Room number D 304)
Frauenklinikstrasse 10
8091 Zurich
23 - 24 June 2026
The registration desk will be located on Level C in the Nord 1 building.
Please note that the Large Lecture Hall can be accessed from two floors: the lower entrances are on Level C (directly adjacent to the registration area), while the upper entrances are located on Level D.
The SABV Symposium 2026 has been officially accredited by the Federation of Swiss Cantonal Veterinary Officers (VSKT) as 2 days of continuing education for the following professional categories:
• Study directors and involved persons
• Animal welfare officers
• Heads of animal facilities and animal caretakers
• Members of cantonal commissions
To view the full list of speakers, please download the Program of the SABV Symposium 2026 using the link below.
Program
McGill University, Canada
University of California, Irvine, USA
University of Galway, Ireland
Copenhagen University, Denmark
AstraZeneca, UK
University of Florida, USA
LMU Hospital Munich, Germany
Karolinska Institutet, Sweden
Inserm, Paris-Saclay University, France
Charité, Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Netherlands
Leiden University Medical Center, Netherlands
Max Planck Institute for Brain Research, Germany
University of Queensland, Australia
Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, Switzerland
University Hospital Regensburg, Germany
University Medical Center Mainz, Germany
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Netherlands
Medical University of Graz, Austria
University of Zagreb, Croatia
Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade, Serbia
University Hospital Bern, Switzerland
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Canada
This year’s program explores a broad spectrum of research, ranging from sex differences in brain health, pain, and pharmacology to metabolic, oncological, and respiratory diseases. Additionally, the sessions will highlight female biology across the lifespan and the pivotal role of hormonal influences on systemic health.
The program is available for download in PDF format below:
Program
The deadline for registration was 5 June 2026, and registration is now closed.
Abstract submission is closed. Following abstract evaluation, 63 submissions have been selected for poster presentation.
The official SABV Symposium 2026 Abstract Book is now available:
Download the PDF (10 MB)
All accepted abstracts will be presented as printed posters. Please arrange printing before traveling to the SABV Symposium. Posters should be printed in A0 portrait format 84.1 cm x 118.9 cm (or 33.1 inches x 46.8 inches).
Eight accepted abstracts have been selected for a flash talk, a concise format designed to highlight key findings and spark further discussion during the poster session.
Each presenter will have 5 minutes (4 minutes for the talk + 1 minute for questions) and a maximum of 5 slides, including the title slide.
Audience Choice Award - Cast your vote for the most outstanding poster presentation! To participate, simply open your Abstract Book (PDF or printed edition) and scan the voting QR code located inside the awards section. This will take you to a brief Google Form where you can submit your choice..
Committee Award - The committee will visit and review all presented posters during the afternoon sessions (Posters 1–30: Day 1, 16:00 – 17:00; Posters 31–63: Day 2, 16:20 – 17:00). Presenters are kindly requested to be available at their respective poster boards during these times.
Two sequencing vouchers (€200 value each) sponsored by Novogene will be awarded to outstanding posters incorporating omics methodologies (e.g., genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics). Winners will be selected by the scientific committee.
The SABV Symposium 2026, together with the EU-SABV Core Group meeting (held on June 25th, 2026), is co-organized by the EU-SABV COST Action (CA24168), the European Initiative to Enhance the Current SABV Policy in Preclinical Biomedical Research, funded by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST). Learn more about the EU-SABV COST Action at action webpage
Here you can find out more about previous SABV symposia - the SABV Symposium 2022 and SABV Symposium 2024.
