Advance applied science
Share research and practical microbial solutions for agriculture, food systems, health, industry and the environment.
About ICAMFS 2026
Science for secure food systems and a resilient future
The International Conference on Applied Microbiology for Food Security brings together people using microbiological science to address urgent challenges in food security, climate resilience and sustainable development.
Conference purpose
From microbial discovery to real-world impact
ICAMFS 2026 is dedicated to innovative applications of microbiology across food production, food safety, agriculture, biotechnology, environmental sustainability, climate response and public health.
Across five days, the conference combines a keynote lecture, scientific and poster sessions, workshops, panel discussions, an industry forum, young-scientist activities, collaboration opportunities and a closing plenary.
Our objectives
What the conference enables
Strengthen resilient systems
Connect microbiology with food security, soil health, climate resilience and sustainable development.
Build research capacity
Create space for students, young scientists and established experts to learn, present and collaborate.
Translate evidence into action
Bring researchers, policymakers, industry and development partners together around usable scientific evidence.
Who should attend
The programme is designed for a multidisciplinary community working across science, policy, enterprise and development.
- Researchers and academics
- Undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Government and policy professionals
- NGOs and development organisations
- Food, agriculture and biotechnology industries
- Entrepreneurs and research innovators