Research and development in treatments for brain disorders concentrates around major scientific meetings. ECNP Congress on Neuropsychopharmacology 2026 takes place from 10 to 13 October 2026 in Munich and combines on-site and virtual formats for researchers, clinicians and industry representatives.
Practical details for attendees
The congress is held at Messe München with key activities in the ICM section of the venue. Registration is open for both physical and virtual participation. The official programme lists plenary lectures, keynote sessions and formats targeted at early career researchers.
Who attends and how they participate
The congress platform reports over 7,600 attendees. Early career researchers represent 45% of participants and there are more than 1,100 poster presenters. That mix indicates a blend of academic researchers, clinical specialists and pharmaceutical industry professionals, engaged both in the halls and through the virtual platform.
Programme highlights and speakers
The scientific programme includes keynote lectures and plenaries by international experts. Announced speakers include Kay Tye, Ian Maze, Oliver Howes, Frank Winkler, Julia Sacher, Lukoye Atwoli and Lucia Valmaggia. Abstract and poster sessions present direct opportunities for dialogue between authors and visitors.
Commercial outreach at the congress
For B2B teams the event requires a focused plan. First, identify in advance posters and talks that match your product or service portfolio and request brief meetings in the venue or virtually. Second, schedule time in industry sessions and the exhibition area to engage with pharmaceutical decision makers and tech providers. Third, bring concise technical materials and clinical case studies to foster evidence-driven conversations with a scientific audience.
Key figures
- Attendees reported more than 7,600
- Poster presenters reported more than 1,100
- 45% of participants are Early Career Scientists
These numbers help estimate traffic and the balance between senior scientists and emerging researchers on site.
Final note and official link
For R&D managers and commercial teams this congress connects applied neuroscience with market needs. Check programme details and participation options on the official site at https://www.ecnp.eu/congress2026/.
