IBRG holds two meetings per year. The Spring meeting is usually held online and the Autumn meeting is arranged and hosted by one of the member organisations of IBRG. The format of the meetings are as round-table discussions rather than a conference-style presentation format. Each of the working groups hosts a session under the coordination of the Chairperson and Technical Secretary of the group. Details of upcoming meetings are shown below. Both members and non-members are welcome.
Meeting Calendar
Collaborative Meetings Driving Scientific Progress
Apr
20
2026
IBRG Spring Meeting 2026
Online
Join fellow IBRG members and scientific professionals for our upcoming Spring Meeting, held online. This virtual event will feature research updates from active working groups, collaborative discussions on method development, and key insights into emerging trends in biodeterioration and biocide testing. Open to all members and non-members, with pre-registration required to attend.
Non-member fee: £200 per day or £500 for all 4 days (up to 4 delegates from the same company per meeting may attend for this fee)
Member fee: £120 per day or £315 for all 4 days (up to 4 delegates from the same company per meeting may attend for this fee)
Concessions available for academics, honorary fellows and small companies. Please request details on the contact us page.
Sep
15
2026
IBRG Autumn Meeting 2026
Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
The International Biodeterioration Research Group will gather this September at Manchester Metropolitan University for its Autumn in‑person meeting. This event brings together specialists, researchers, and industry partners for a focused series of technical discussions, collaborative planning sessions, and knowledge exchange.
The meeting offers a valuable opportunity for cross‑group dialogue, updates on ongoing research, and planning for future collaborative projects. It’s a chance to reconnect with colleagues, share insights, and advance the science of biodeterioration in a supportive and interdisciplinary environment.
Non-member fee: £360 per day or £900 for all 3 days
Member fee: £250 per day or £650 for all 3 days
Concessions available for academics, honorary fellows and small companies. Please request details on the contact us page.
The recommended hotel for delegates is The Maldron Hotel (https://www.maldronhotels.com/manchester-city-centre)