Evolution in the Gong

About the Conference

Evolution in the Gong — for the first time, the Australasian Evolution Society (AES) and the Society of Australian Systematic Biologists (SASB) are joining forces in one place.

We’ll be gathering at the stunning University of Wollongong campus, nestled between the rainforests of the Illawarra Escarpment and the Pacific Ocean, from 2–4 December 2026.

Key Dates

Date	Milestone
4 August 2026	Travel Grant application opens
31 August 2026	Early bird registration closes
13 September 2026	Travel Grant application closes
Early-mid October 2026	Travel Grant outcomes announce
8 November 2026	Final registration closes
2–4 December 2026	Evolution in the Gong!

Keeping it Affordable

Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we have worked hard to keep registration fees as low as possible. Whether you’re a student, an ECR, or a seasoned researcher, we want cost to be as small a barrier as possible.

Travel Grants & Awards

The application form to apply for consideration of a travel grant can be found here. Funds will be allocated on a needs basis by the committee, to assist as many applicants as possible. Please indicate where you will be travelling from, and the approximate out of pocket expense anticipated.

Applications close on September 13th 2026.

Outcomes to be announced early to mid October.

If you win a grant or award, you will be reimbursed after registering — so don’t let the wait for outcomes stop you from registering and missing out on early bird rates!

Eligibility

You are an Undergraduate/Honours student, PhD/Masters student, or an Unemployed graduate (within 2 years of completing PhD).

Inclusion & Accessibility

We aim to provide a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for researchers at all career stages. We warmly encourage participation from students, ECRs, parents, and those from traditionally under-represented groups.