Invited Programme online

Explore Plenary Sessions & Invited Symposia

ECSS Lausanne 2026 is ready with its Invited Programme! Discover the sessions designed to spark dialogue, exchange fresh perspectives and advance the field of sport science. Join us and be part of the conversation.

Shape sport science discourse

Submit your Research

Take the stage at the 31st ECSS Annual Congress. Submit your abstract by 13 February 2026 and share your work with a global audience.

ECSS YIA submissions open

Put your Work in the Spotlight

The ECSS Young Investigators Award (ECSS YIA) recognises outstanding work by Early Career Researchers. Submit your work, gain international exposure and take an active role in the next generation of sport science research.

Showcase innovation globally

SportEx booking open

Position your brand at the heart of sport science innovation and engage directly with global experts. Book your SportEx stand now and benefit from early bird pricing until 15 April 2026.

Secure your Space

Registration open

Be part of the international sport science community and contribute to discussions shaping the field. Registration is open, with early registration rates valid until 17 April 2026.

Accommodation in Lausanne

Book early for best options

Find your ideal stay in Lausanne, from budget-friendly hotels to lakefront luxury. Use our booking platform via Lausanne Tourisme. Summer is busy – secure your room early for better rates, offering flexible cancellation and pay-at-hotel options.

Plan visa & travel early

Ensure smooth travel to Switzerland

Whether you take the train, fly in or need a visa – timely planning is key. Start the visa application process early to avoid delays or complications and book your travels in advance to secure best rates.

Extend your stay in Lausanne

Discover Swiss culture and landscapes

Plan extra days around the Congress to explore Lausanne’s lakeside beauty, the annual Montreux Jazz Festival, historic old town and Olympic heritage. Experience the best of Swiss culture, nature and cuisine.

The 31st Annual Congress of the ECSS will take place in Lausanne, Switzerland and is proudly hosted by the University of Lausanne (UNIL) and the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL).
ECSS Lausanne 2026 will take place in the modern SwissTech Convention Center, which was built in 2014 and is located at the heart of the EPFL campus in Lausanne, close to the city centre.
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