The 2026 Vitamin D Workshop will be chaired by Dr. Gilles Laverny (IGBMC, Strasbourg, France) with assistance from co-chairs Prof. Justine Bacchetta (CHU de Lyon, France), Dr. Martin Hewison (University of Birmingham, UK) and Dr. Daniela Rovito (IGBMC, France).  The scientific sessions will include Keynote lectures, 15+ invited speakers, promoted short communications, plenary posters and general poster sessions over 2.5 days. Abstract submissions on all aspects of vitamin D biology are welcome.  Abstracts submitted by April 1, 2026 will be ranked and considered for awards and/or promotion to short talks.  While the program details are still being finalized, the invited speakers will cover the spectrum from basic research and translational studies to clinical impact and public health aspects. 
 

The conference will kick off with a Welcome Reception from 5-7PM on the evening of Tuesday June 30 at L’Ancienne Douane - The Old Customs House (https://www.anciennedouane.fr/). Here you can pick up conference materials and connect with colleagues over food and drink. The historic Customs House – built in 1358 - is in the center of Strasbourg, a short walk from the headquarters hotel (Hotel Beaucour).  View the Google Maps link here https://maps.app.goo.gl/HpS377hV6S6xQy1d9.

Scientific sessions will begin on the morning of Wednesday July 1 in the Paul Kagame auditorium at IRCAD (https://www.ircad.fr/the-institute/facilities-for-rent/), a state of the art training facility in Strasbourg.  

The conference venue IRCAD is approximately 10 mins walk from the Hotel Beaucour where the invited speakers will be housed.   Scientific sessions will conclude at noon on Friday July 3.  

An optional networking event on the evening of July 2 will feature wine tasting at The Historic Cellar of the Strasbourg Hospices https://www.vins-des-hospices-de-strasbourg.fr/en/cave/ followed by dinner featuring Alsatian cuisine at Maison Kammerzell (https://www.maison-kammerzell.com/restaurant).   The capacity for the networking event is limited so please be sure to order tickets when you register if you plan to attend.

Registration includes entry to all scientific sessions, welcome reception on the evening of June 30th, lunches and coffee breaks, access to conference website (program, abstracts, list of attendees). The wine tasting and Alsatian dinner event to be held on Thursday July 2nd requires pre-purchase of tickets ($75). 

Before April 1, 2026

Students:(undergraduate or graduate students): $250 USD

Fellows: (for research or clinical fellows within 5 years of doctoral degree) $350 USD

Academic Researcher: (for basic and clinical researchers at universities, government organizations, hospitals, non-profits, etc.): $550 USD

Corporate Scientist: (for individuals employed at or sponsored by industry) $1,200 USD

Exhibitor: ( for personnel manning exhibits but not attending scientific sessions) $300 USD

Guest: $50 USD

Retiree: (for emeritus or retired scientists) $350 USD

Networking Event Wine Tasting & Dinner (optional): $75USD 

Cancellation and Refund Policy:
75% Refundable up to and including May 15, 2026. No refunds after this date, but the registration value may be transferred to another attendee. Please email us at VitaminD@yesevents.com to request a cancellation or substitution.