Program

This major international congress will bring together an international and interdisciplinary community of researchers, including established scientists, early-career researchers, and doctoral students, working on the transitions of forest social-ecological systems in the context of global change, offering a unique platform to share cutting-edge research and debate the latest advances in the field.

The symposium themes will be shared here by March 2026, and the full conference program by February 2027.

Preview of the main programme features:
  • 800-1,000 participants expected
  • 30 thematic symposia (10 parallel sessions, 5h for each symposium)
  • About 400-500 talks
  • About 250 posters
  • 7 keynote talks
  • Field trips with scientists & City tours
  • Social events: gala diner, mentorship program, sessions for young researchers
  • Photography & Art exhibitions
  • Public events, including a TED-style side event and science café discussions
  • Educational activities for school students (middle and high school)

 

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