ECRO 2026 Conference

15. - 18. September 2026

Paris, France



Chemosensory Innovation 
We are delighted to host ECRO 2026 in France, returning to the organization’s birthplace in Paris, where ECRO began its journey in 1970. Founded to foster and coordinate research in chemoreception, ECRO has been instrumental in forging collaborations, nurturing emerging talent, and driving scientific progress internationally. In 2026, we highlight the theme of chemosensory innovation, with a focus on building connections across disciplines, sensory modalities, and creative approaches. Join us in Paris for a vibrant scientific event featuring an eclectic program, distinguished speakers, and plentiful opportunities to exchange ideas and build new collaborations.


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The detailed ECRO 2026 program can be downloaded here:
ECRO2026_Program_June12_3.pdf
Adobe Acrobat Document 2.6 MB

Important dates
Symposium submission deadline: February 6, 2026 - CLOSED
Abstract submission deadline: April 30, 2026 - CLOSED
Travel grant submission deadline: May 31, 2026 - CLOSED
Travel grant acceptance: June 19, 2026
Early-bird registration deadline: June 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 30, 2026

Program Chair: Valentina Parma, Monell Chemical Senses Center
Organising Committee:  Aurélie Coubart, Olivier David, Claire de March, Federica Genovese, Martin Giurfa, Claire Martin, Charlotte Sinding

Valentina Parma
Valentina Parma
Aurélie Coubart
Aurélie Coubart
Olivier David
Olivier David
Claire de March
Claire de March

Federica Genovese
Federica Genovese
Martin Giurfa
Martin Giurfa
Claire Martin
Claire Martin
Charlotte Sinding
Charlotte Sinding



Conference venue, public transportation and hotel guidance

Conference Venue:

Centre de Recherche des Cordeliers (CRC) - INSERM - Sorbonne Université - Université Paris Cité

15 Rue de l'École de Médecine, 75006 Paris

Metro Station: Odeon

Gala Dinner:

To wrap up a busy week filled with scientific discussions, we invite you to relax on a cruise along the Seine, where the gala dinner will take place. To join us, please head to the pier Escales d’Austerlitz docks en Seine, 38 Quai d'Austerlitz, 75013 Paris that you can reach with bus or metro.

Bus: 

Line 89 to Cité de la Mode et du Design

Metro:

Lines 5 or 10 to Gare d’Austerlitz

Line 6 to Quai de la Gare

RER C to Gare d’Austerlitz

Public Transportation:

To travel within Paris, you can use the metro, RER, bus and tramway networks. Tickets can be purchased online with the Navigo app or at the stations using dedicated transport cards (available at metro, RER, and train stations).

If you are arriving by train, you will need a Metro-train-RER ticket (€2.55 per journey) or a Bus-Tram ticket (€2.05 per journey). If you are arriving by plane, you will need a Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket (€14 per journey).

Please be aware that if you use the transport card you will need to buy one card specifically for the Paris Region ↔ Airports ticket and another one for the Metro-train-RER tickets. Click here for more details on which tickets can be combined on a single card.

Hotel Guidance:

Hotels in Paris change their prices from one week to the next and do not need a deal to fill their rooms. Therefore, the organization committee prefers to share its knowledge of the city with you, focusing on neighborhoods that are less than 25 minutes from the meeting location. There are good restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and bakeries everywhere in Paris, including in residential areas. We are sure you will find your place, but please let us know if you have any concerns about your booking.