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Encephalitis Conference 2026

Organised by the Encephalitis International
Dates7–8 Dec 2026
LocationLondon, United Kingdom
FormatHybrid option
A two-day hybrid international conference devoted exclusively to encephalitis, combining clinical foundations, case presentation, research careers, data blitz talks, posters and emerging infectious and autoimmune evidence.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 27 Aug 2026
At a glance
NetworkingIn-person professional meeting
Research ValueSee submission fields and programme evidence
Trainee RelevanceSee evidence-backed editorial summary
ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
infectious encephalitisautoimmune encephalitisclinical casesgrants and fellowshipsdata blitzposter research
08:30-18:30
Conference day
Infectious and autoimmune encephalitis programme
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
Keynote
IC
Irene Cortese
Keynote
JS
Jamil Said
SL
Soon-Tae Lee
SR
Sophia Rekers
ND
Nicholas Davies
SB
Sophie Binks
AbstractsCategories and submission guidance
What You Can Submit
oralposter
Costs & registrationTicket prices and registration
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£425
Medical student£75
Submission & registration deadlines2 tracked deadlines
Registration closes3 Dec 2026Checked 27 Aug 2026
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Registration closes7 Dec 2026Checked 27 Aug 2026
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Conference timeline2 key dates
7 Dec 2026
Registration deadline
7 Dec 2026
Conference begins
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

Encephalitis 2026 is a hybrid meeting for clinicians, researchers, trainees and students interested in infectious and autoimmune encephalitis. In-person and virtual registrants receive on-demand access to recorded sessions for 60 days after the conference.

The published first-day agenda includes clinical introductions to infectious and autoimmune encephalitis, a case presentation, guidance on grants and fellowships, a data blitz and a poster reception. The second-day programme was still awaiting confirmation; no current public abstract instructions or deadline were visible on the checked Eventbrite page.

The meeting runs on 7–8 December at the Royal College of Physicians in London. Eventbrite displays a range from free to £425, with free access for eligible participants living and working in low- and lower-middle-income countries and a 20% professional-member discount.

Student rates are restricted to people enrolled on a recognised undergraduate, postgraduate or pre-registration professional programme. The organiser reserves the right to reclassify registrations where eligibility is not met.

Ticket prices

TicketPriceAvailability
General Admission in-person 7 Dec£275.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
General Admission in-person 8 Dec£275.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
General Admission in-person both days£425.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
General Admission Virtual both days£250.00Sales end 7 Dec 2026
Student Admission in-person 7 Dec£50.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
Student Admission in-person 8 Dec£50.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
Student Admission in-person both days£75.00Sales end 3 Dec 2026
Student Admission virtual both days£45.00Sales end 7 Dec 2026
Low & lower-middle income virtualFreeSales end 7 Dec 2026

In-person ticket sales end 3 December; virtual ticket sales end 7 December 2026.

Frequently asked
When is Encephalitis Conference 2026?
Encephalitis Conference 2026 takes place 7–8 Dec 2026 in Royal College of Physicians, London.
Where is Encephalitis Conference 2026 held?
Encephalitis Conference 2026 is held at Royal College of Physicians, London, United Kingdom. A virtual/hybrid attendance option is available.
When does registration close for Encephalitis Conference 2026?
Registration closes on 7 Dec 2026.
How much does Encephalitis Conference 2026 cost?
Registration is £425 standard.
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