UK Biobank Scientific Conference 2026

Registration is now open for the hybrid UK Biobank Scientific Conference 2026, taking place in London and online on Thursday 10 December 2026.

Join researchers from around the world to discover the latest scientific findings enabled by UK Biobank and learn about future developments across the resource.

This engaging one-day event will feature presentations from researchers and UK Biobank experts showcasing how the resource is transforming research across genetics, population health, ageing, neuroscience, data science and disease prevention.

The conference also provides an opportunity to network and collaborate with colleagues across academia, healthcare, industry, charities and policy organisations. Lunch will be provided, followed by an evening drinks reception overlooking Westminster.

Open to all, including academic and industry researchers, clinicians, policymakers, students, charities, learned societies and healthcare professionals.

What to expect

1. Discover how AI and advanced analytical approaches are being applied to large-scale health data.
2. Learn about the value of biological samples and emerging omics technologies for health research.
3. Explore research into healthy ageing, brain health, cognition and imaging.
4. Hear how population-scale health data are supporting discoveries across multiple disease areas.
5. Learn about new and forthcoming UK Biobank data collections and research capabilities.
6. Discover developments to the UK Biobank Research Analysis Platform and researcher support services.
7. Network with researchers, partners and collaborators from across the global research community.
8. Gain insights into the scientific, healthcare and economic impact being generated through UK Biobank-enabled research.

Registration

To attend in person or online, please Register Here.
For any questions, please contact: events@ukbiobank.ac.uk