Call for Abstracts

Got research to share? VicBioCon abstract submissions typically open in September.

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Abstract submission closed on Monday 10 November 2025. ​​​​​

This year abstract submissions for VicBioCon26 will be an open symposium with a focus on encouraging presenters from a diverse range of organisations, spanning universities, on-ground management, industry, consulting, government, and NGO’s. The Victorian Biodiversity Conference aims to:

  • Showcase projects involving Victorian institutions relating to biodiversity (everything from local to global projects).

  • Strengthen networking between Victorian institutions working on biodiversity (academic, industry, not-for-profit and government).

  • Highlight the exceptional work of early career researchers and professions, while providing networking opportunities with those more established in their careers.

For assistance, please refer to the presenter guidelines.

Projects with clear results and/or outcomes will be given preference for full-length talks. We encourage projects without results to be submitted for speed talk or poster presentation, or both. The conference is deliberately broad and encourages a variety of talks across terrestrial, freshwater and marine environments, related to both local and international issues.

Who can present?

We welcome presenters working in or researching Victorian ecosystems or from a Victorian institution or organisation. We encourage submissions from students (honours, masters or PhD), local councils, government, academics, NGOs, not-for-profits, industry, and ecological consultants.

Apply for a Grant

  • Breaking Barriers Grant

    The Breaking Barriers Grant has become part of the culture of VicBioCon – through it we hope to ensure that the event is as inclusive, supportive, and diverse as possible. Please note that this grant is only open to conference attendees who will be presenting at the event. If you are presenting and need assistance to attend please consider applying.

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  • VicBioCon Research Grant

    Apply for up to $3,500 through the VicBioCon Research Grant to support your biodiversity research or conservation project in Victoria. Funding is available for students, early‑career researchers and community‑led projects with real impact.

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  • Bushland Conservation Grant

    Apply for up to $3,500 to support research or on‑ground projects that protect and restore bushland and forests in Victoria, with a strong focus on engaging and empowering young people. Open to students, early‑career researchers and community groups, the grant supports practical work.

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