News

• 2026.7.6

  To everyone who attended ICAR2026 Obihiro:
  
  Hello everyone!
  
  It was a pleasure meeting you all in Obihiro. Thank you so much for coming!
  I was so happy to see you all engaging in actively discussions, giving excellent presentations, and thoroughly enjoying the food and beer in Obihiro.
  Thanks to your passion and hard work, ICAR2026 Obihiro was a fantastic conference. On behalf of the organizing committee, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude. Thank you!
  I hope the time in Obihiro was a valuable experience for your careers and in your lives.
  
  See you again!
  
  Wishing you all good health.
  
  Akio Miyamoto, Chair of conference

• 2026.6.26

  The 20th International Congress on Animal Reproduction (ICAR 2026) has successfully concluded.
  
  A total of 1,132 participants from 55 countries attended the congress, making it a truly international gathering. Throughout the meeting, lively scientific discussions took place, providing valuable opportunities to strengthen existing collaborations and establish new professional networks.
  It is hoped that participants also enjoyed the unique hospitality of Hokkaido, including its wonderful food, local beer, and the beautiful atmosphere of Obihiro.
  
  Photos from the congress are available at the following link:https//drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CNicOF3YIPS9wZ0kt0z-6C7uKJ7sL4M6
  The photo gallery will remain available until the end of September 2026.
  
  The next International Congress on Animal Reproduction, ICAR 2030, will be held in Istanbul, Türkiye.
  
  Looking forward to meeting everyone again in four years!

• 2026.6.22

  Photos taken during the congress by our official photographers will be uploaded to the "ICAR2026 Photos" page in real time.
  Please visit the page and enjoy the highlights of ICAR 2026.

• 2026.6.18

  Review articles (from Plenary sessions and Symposium) in the Journal of Reproduction and Development are now available.

• 2026.6.17

  The ICAR 2026 Abstract Book and the PDF slides from the cattle and horse pre-symposia are available for download.
  The password required to open these PDF files has been sent to participants by e-mail. If you have not yet received the password, please contact us at icar2026@reproduction.jp.

• 2026.6.3

  Poster tiles and presenters can be downloaded from the banner "Poster Titles and Presenters".

• 2026.5.20

  Regular registration deadline was extended to May 30, 2026.

• 2026.4.24

  For Poster Presenters
  We have already sent the following email to all poster presenters. If you have not received it, please contact us.
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  We would like to provide you with information regarding the poster presentation guidelines and schedule.
  Please find the poster presentation manual attached to this email and kindly review it in advance.
  Your presentation date is June 24/25/26 (Wed. /Thu. /Fri.).
  Please note that the exact presentation time will be determined based on your poster number.
  Poster numbers will be announced to you around May 20, 2026, so we kindly ask for your patience until then.
  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
  
  Kind regards,
  ICAR 2026 Secretariat
  

• 2026.4.20

  Early Registration deadline was extended to May 11, 2026.

• 2026.4.10

  Early Registration deadline was extended to April 20, 2026.

• 2026.3.31

  Thank you very much to all authors who submitted poster abstracts, including Late Breaking Abstracts.
  
  We are pleased to inform you that review result notifications have now been sent for all submitted abstracts.
  If you have not yet received your review result, we kindly ask you to contact us at icar2026@ec-mice.com.
  
  Please also note that the early registration deadline is April 10, 2026.
  If you submit an abstract but do not complete registration, your abstract will be considered invalid.
  
  We very much look forward to welcoming you to Obihiro soon!
  

• 2026.3.13

  Information for the use of Fitness Gym & Training Room.
  Refresh your mind and body during the congress!!

• 2026.3.9

  Registration for Presymposium is now open.
  Please visit the Presymposium website.
  

• 2026.2.9

  Late breaking abstract submission is now open until March 13, 2026.
  

• 2026.2.3

  The sponsorship application deadline is extended to February 28, 2026.
  

• 2026.2.3

  Speaker Photos and Short Biographies Now Available
  　
  We have added profile photos and short biographies of the chairpersons and invited speakers for the Plenary Sessions, Symposia, and Workshops.
  Please visit the Program pages to learn more about our distinguished speakers.

• 2026.1.26

  We are delighted to announce that 594 abstracts have been submitted from 53 countries around the world.
  The congress is expected to attract approximately 900–1,000 participants representing 60 countries, highlighting its strong international presence.
  We look forward to welcoming you to Obihiro for an exciting and truly global congress.

• 2025.11.25

  Accommodation, Social Programs, Excursions & Activities registration is now open.
  Please register for Accommodation, Social Programs (Gala Dinner, Tasting Hokkaido, Welcome Cocktail), Lunch box and Excursions & Activities.

• 2025.11.17

  Abstract submission deadline was extended to November 24, 2025.

• 2025.10.24

  Abstract submission deadline was extended to November 17, 2025.

• 2025.10.24

  Early registration deadline was extended to April 10, 2026.

• 2025.9.17

  Registration is now open. Early registration is until March 31, 2026

• 2025.8.1

  Submission is now open until October 31, 2025.

• 2025.5.30

  Website is now renewed!

• 2025.5.30

  24 Workshops and Presymposium information is now available (Aug/1/2025 Call for abstracts will be opened)

• 2024.11.29

  Program Schedule is now available

• 2024.3.29

  ICAR2026 in Obihiro website is now open!