CASES Conference 2026: Abstract submissions and registration now open!
24th October 2025
We are pleased to announce that the dedicated CASES Conference 2026 website is now live!
The reimagined 2026 Conference combines the Annual Conference and the Student Conference to celebrate the application of evidence-based science into practice. The event aims to be the national learning and networking experience in 2026 that will be the ‘go to’ event for academics, practitioners, students, and those working across the sport and exercise sector.
Abstract submissions and delegate early bird registration are now open for the two-day conference that will take place at Manchester Metropolitan University on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 June 2026.
Abstract submissions are invited in the following sport and exercise science-related themes:
1. Biomechanics and Motor Behaviour
2. Pedagogy (new for 2026!)
3. Physical Activity for Health
4. Physiology and Nutrition
5. Psychology
6. Sport and Performance
We invite the following presentation types:
- Free communication presentation
- Poster presentation
- 5 slides in 5 minutes free communication presentations
Deadline: 10am on Monday 26 January 2026. All guidance materials are available on the Conference Website.
Conference highlights include:
- Two-day sport and exercise science programme packed with world leading insight and expertise
- Comprehensive programme, with 20+ plenary sessions including keynotes, lectures, workshops and symposia
- Oral presentations and poster presentations
- Present your research and gain a publication in the Journal of Sports Sciences
- Network and engage with world-leading researchers and practitioners
- Five CASES CPD credits per day
New for 2026
- Three live practical sessions
- Brand new awards rewarding outstanding research and practice
- Limited grants available to support attendance
- CASES Medal of Achievement 2025 – hear from the winner
- Social event on Wednesday evening
Pre-conference add-ons - Tuesday 2 June
- Over 10 pre-conference Satellite Sessions
- Public Lecture from Dr Tiago Pecanha, Senior Lecturer in Human Cardiovascular Physiology, Manchester Metropolitan University
Early bird registration is open now
Delegate registration is now open and early bird delegate rates are available until Monday 13 April 2026.
CASES Member prices are significantly lower than non-member prices. If you are not a member, join now and register your place and still save money on a your delegate fee.
Further announcements
Further announcements including keynote speakers, session details and social event arrangements will be announced over the coming weeks and months.
We look forward to seeing colleagues at the first ever Conference of the new status Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences, combining our professional and student conferences into one comprehensive event.
Commercial opportunities
Interested in sponsorship or exhibition opportunities? Please get in touch ldavies@cases.org.uk
