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  • Welcome Message
  • Venue
  • How to get to the University of Exeter
  • Conference Time Zone & Opening Hours
  • Prepaid Registration
  • What to expect
  • Exhibition and Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Language
  • Code of conduct
  • Reporting an incident
  • Visa Information
  • Organising committee
  • Join the conversation


    • Welcome Message

    The 12th International Conference on Cryptococcus & Cryptococcosis (ICCC) is hosted by The University of Exeter, United Kingdom, which will take place on 28th June - 3rd July 2026.

    We are aiming to build on the strengths of previous events by bringing the international community of Cryptococcus researchers together to discuss the latest research, and act as a platform for researchers of all stages of their careers. In addition to the conference, we will be organising several workshops, and local excursions for participants to make the most of their visit.

    This six-day meeting will include keynote lectures by scientific leaders, bridging sessions and workshops in seven themes: Clinical advances, Genomics/bioinformatics, Fungal cell biology, Immunology of Infection, Environmental Interactions, Host pathogen interactions, and Drugs and Vaccines.

    In addition to excellent science, the participants will also be able to enjoy many networking opportunities with colleagues, and excursions (currently being organised).

    We look forward to seeing you in June 2026!
    Liz, Carolina, Ivy, Rhys and Liliane

    Venue

    The Forum
    Address: The Forum, University of Exeter, Stocker Road, Exeter EX4 4QD, UK
    Web page: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/departments/campusservices/facilitiesoperations/forum/
    Contact: (+44) 01392 661000 | ICCC2026@exeter.ac.uk

    How to get to the The Forum, University of Exeter

    We advise you to use public transport to reach the University of Exeter. Whether you choose planes, trains, automobiles or coaches, Exeter is only 150 miles southwest of London, and can be reached by direct transport links from the capital, as well as from Bristol (which also has an airport).

  • By car
    ROAD DIRECTIONS

    The M4/M5 links Exeter directly to London, the Midlands, South Wales and the North including Scotland. The average journey time from either London or the Midlands is 3 hours.

    PARKING

    We strongly encourage people to reach the campus via public transport (bus service UNI). The Streatham Campus Car park C is £10 per day Monday to Friday. Parking is available on-site, see this link for charges and other information (note: those staying in Holland Hall have a parking permit included in their booking).

  • By bus
    Buses run to the conference several times an hour. A map showing the route of the UNI bus service can be found here. The bus stop is North Park Road, Stop ID: dvngjamt

  • By train

    With Exeter just over 2 hours by train and GWR offering discounted rail fares for conference delegates.

    Discounted Train Fares: The University has a special discounted train fare deal with Great Western Railway. London - Exeter (open return) can be purchased for just £44! You need to book via this link and show proof of your conference ticket when on board. (Note: you will need to put the correct origin station to show the available trains (for example London - Exeter, you will need to select “London Paddington PAD”).

    Exeter has two train stations; Exeter Central and Exeter St David's, both approximately a 20 minute walk to campus. Taxi fares from both train stations to campus are run on a meter but, typically, will not cost more than £10.

    For timetable information and a route map, click here.

    MORE INFORMATION

    Contact National Rail Enquiries on +44 (0) 3457 484950.

  • By plane

    Exeter International Airport is located approximately six miles from the Streatham Campus. There are scheduled flights from around the world plus regular domestic flights from key UK cities including London City Airport, Manchester, Leeds, Belfast and Edinburgh.

    When flying to England, you have several airport options, particularly around London. For London, you can choose from Heathrow (LHR), Gatwick (LGW), Stansted (STN), Luton (LTN), or City Airport (LCY). From London, you can travel to Exeter via car, bus, or train.

    • Conference Time Zone & Opening Hours

    All times in the programme are in British Summer Time or BST (GMT+1)

    The conference opening hours are subject to change.

    Date Registration Hours Speaker Hours Exhibition
    28th of June 15:00 – 18:30 15:00 – 18:30 16:30 – End of Welcome Reception
    29th of June 07:30 – 19:30 07:30 – 19:30 10:00 – 16:30
    30th of June 07:30 – 20:00 07:30 – 20:00 10:00 – 16:30
    1st of July 07:30 – 17:30 07:30 – 17:30 09:30 – 16:00
    2nd of July 07:30 – 18:00 07:30 – 18:00 09:30 – 17:00
    3rd of July 07:30 – 18:00 07:30 – 18:00 09:30 – 17:00

    Prepaid Registration

    A confirmation letter with a barcode will be sent to you a few days prior to the Congress.

    Please bring your confirmation letter with you to the ICCC to enable you to collect your registration material from the prepaid registration stations located in the Registration Area in the Forum

    If you do not receive a confirmation letter and barcode, please contact us to arrange a replacement. You will also be able to register at the conference. Hosts will be at the Registration Area to assist you. You are kindly requested to wear your badge during all Congress sessions and events.

    What to expect

  • Participation in the scientific sessions
  • Welcome Reception
  • Entrance to the Exhibitions
  • Refreshments as per times indicated in the program

    • Exhibition and Sponsorship Opportunities

    There will be exhibitions including various stalls. More details to follow. If you are interested in sponsoring ICCC2026, please click here for details.

    Language

    The official language of ICCC12 will be English. All abstract submissions and presentations should be in English.

    Code of conduct

    All staff, attendees, sponsors and volunteers at our event are required to agree with the following code of conduct. We expect cooperation from all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everyone.

  • All attendees should ensure that the environment is safe and non-threatening for all individuals, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, or religion (or lack thereof).
  • We do not tolerate harassment, discrimination or bullying of attendees, volunteers or staff in any form. This includes offensive verbal comments, sexual language and imagery (at events or on social media and other online platforms), deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing, unsolicited photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.
  • These policies apply in every space at the venue related to our own and external events, at social events associated with the event (irrespective of venue), and to all participants and staff in every role.
  • Event participants violating these rules may be removed from the event at our discretion and may not be entitled to a refund or expenses.

    • Reporting an incident

    If you are being harassed, discriminated against, or bullied, notice that someone else is being harassed, discriminated against or bullied, or have any other concerns, please contact a member of our staff immediately. Staff can be identified by their ICCC2026 badges.

    Visa Information

    If you are coming to the UK you should check if you need a visa and, if so, what type of visa. Further information can be found here

    Organising committee

  • Liz Ballou
  • Carolina Coelho
  • Ivy Dambuza
  • Rhys Farrer
  • Liliane Mukaremera

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