Aquaculture & Marine Biotechnology 2027
Two days of research on how we farm the sea and what we can make from it, from fish health and sustainable feeds to algae, microbiomes and marine natural products. Researchers, students, entrepreneurs and policymakers are all welcome.
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Key dates
All deadlines are 23:59 Israel time.
- Abstract submission opens
- Abstract deadline
- Acceptance notifications
- Early registration closes
- Conference opens
About the conference
Aquaculture & Marine Biotechnology 2027 is being organized as a scientific conference that will bring together researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to advance the science and technology of aquaculture and marine biotechnology. As global demand for sustainable blue food and marine bioresources grows, the conference centers on the biology, engineering, and genetics driving next-generation fish, algae, and invertebrate species production systems.
The two-day program combines keynote and invited lectures by leading international and Israeli experts. In addition, graduate students and marine biotechnology entrepreneurs will present their research and projects, alongside short teaser talks by undergraduate students presenting their B.Sc. research projects.
Organized jointly by Israel Oceanographic and Limnological Research (IOLR), Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, SEANOVATION and AquaculTech.
Main scientific topics
- Fish and invertebrate physiology
- Larval development and rearing of early life stages
- Sustainable feeding and nutrition
- Sustainable, environmentally sound production technologies and systems
- Algal biotechnology
- Genetics, epigenetics and genome editing
Keynote lectures
Talk titles will be announced soon.
Prof. Marisol Izquierdo
University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Opening keynote, Wednesday 31 March, 10:20
Prof. Francesc Piferrer
Institute of Marine Sciences (ICM-CSIC), Barcelona, Spain
Keynote II, Thursday 1 April, 11:00
On Thursday afternoon, an inspirational memorial lecture will honor the scientific legacy of the late Prof. Amos Tandler in aquaculture.
Program
Preliminary program. Talk titles and speakers will be posted after abstract review.
| Time | Session | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:00 | Arrival and registration | Welcome desk |
| 10:00–10:20 | Opening remarks and greetings | |
| 10:20–11:10 | Opening keynote lecture | Prof. Marisol Izquierdo |
| 11:10–13:00 | Scientific session I | 5 short talks, 5 teasers |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch and networking | |
| 14:00–16:00 | Scientific session II | 6 short talks, 5 teasers |
| 16:00–18:00 | Poster session, refreshments and networking | |
| 18:00–22:30 | Innovation night | Details to be announced |
| Time | Session | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–11:00 | Practical innovation: professional site tours | |
| 11:00–12:00 | Keynote lecture | Prof. Francesc Piferrer |
| 12:00–13:30 | Sandwich lunch and poster session II | |
| 13:30–15:30 | Scientific session III | 6 short talks, 5 startup teasers |
| 15:30–16:00 | Inspirational memorial lecture on the scientific legacy of the late Prof. Amos Tandler in aquaculture, followed by awards for best poster, talk and teaser | |
| 16:00–16:15 | Closing remarks and farewell |
Short talks are 15 minutes and teasers are 3 minutes. Keynote lectures are 45 minutes plus 5 minutes for questions.
Times are local (Israel Daylight Time, UTC+3). The program may change.
Registration
Registration and payment are handled securely by our registration partner.
| Category | Early, until 15 Feb | Regular |
|---|---|---|
| Researcher | €450 | €550 |
| Student and postdoc | €250 | €320 |
| One-day pass | €150 | €180 |
| Accompanying person | €120 | €120 |
You will be taken to our registration partner’s website.
Your registration includes
- Access to all scientific sessions and the poster session
- Coffee breaks and lunches on both conference days
- Innovation night, site tours and conference materials
Student registrants will be asked to upload proof of status.
Abstract submission
Graduate students and researchers are invited to submit abstracts for short talks (15 minutes) and posters. Undergraduate students can present their B.Sc. research projects as three-minute teasers, and marine biotechnology entrepreneurs can apply for a startup teaser in Thursday’s session.
Awards will be given for the best poster, the best talk and the best teaser.
How it works
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Prepare an abstract of up to 300 words with title, authors and affiliations.
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Submit it through the online system by 15 December 2026 and choose your preferred format.
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The scientific committee reviews all submissions. You will hear back by 15 January 2027.
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Register by 15 February 2027 so your accepted abstract appears in the program.
Venue and travel
The conference takes place at the Eilat Campus of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, home to the university’s marine biology and biotechnology programs.
Getting here
Ramon Airport (ETM), about 20 minutes north of Eilat, has domestic flights from Tel Aviv and Haifa as well as some international flights. Intercity buses run to Eilat from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, a trip of about five hours, and the drive from central Israel takes about four hours.
Accommodation
We have reserved rooms at reduced rates in several nearby hotels. Use the code AMB27 when booking. See the hotel list.
Visa letters
If you need an invitation letter for your visa application, contact the organizing office after registering.
- Venue
- Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Eilat Campus
- Address
- 90 Sderot HaTmarim, Eilat 8855630, Israel
- Airport
- Ramon (ETM)
- Bus
- Intercity lines from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
BGU Eilat Campus
Committees
Organizing committee
- Prof. Amir Sagi (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev)
- Dr. Amir Bitan (IOLR)
- Dr. Hadar Elyashiv (IOLR)
- Dr. Naama Segal (IOLR)
- Dr. Shay Tal (IOLR)
- Roni Zusman (AquaculTech)
- Keren Almozino (AquaculTech)
- Gil Maman (SEANOVATION)
Scientific committee
- Prof. Amir Sagi (Ben-Gurion University of the Negev)
- Prof. Berta Levavi-Sivan (The Hebrew University of Jerusalem)
- Dr. Amir Bitan (IOLR)
Conference partners
The conference is jointly funded by its four partners, who also shape its scientific program together.
IOLRIsrael Oceanographic and Limnological Research
BGUBen-Gurion University of the Negev
SEANOVATION
AquaculTechThe innovation community for biotechnology and aquaculture
Supported by
Interested in supporting the conference? Get in touch.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel my registration?
Cancellations received before 15 February 2027 are refunded minus a €50 handling fee. After that date we cannot offer refunds, but you can transfer your registration to a colleague.
Will talks be recorded or streamed?
Keynote talks will be recorded and made available to registered participants after the conference. Parallel sessions will not be streamed.
What size should my poster be?
Posters should be A0 in portrait orientation (84 × 119 cm). Boards and fixing materials are provided.
Is there financial support for students?
A limited number of travel grants are available for students presenting an accepted abstract. You can apply during abstract submission.
I need a receipt for my institution. Where do I get it?
Your receipt is issued automatically by our registration partner when your payment is completed. Contact them directly for changes to invoice details.
Aquaculture & Marine Biotechnology 2027
31 March – 1 April 2027, Eilat, Israel
Organized by IOLR, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, SEANOVATION and AquaculTech
Contact
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