International Conference / Shizuoka
APHIA 2026 (Asia Pacific Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics Association) [Shizuoka]
Theme: Diversity, Equity and Innovation
Date
May 25 (Mon) – 28 (Thu), 2026
Venue
Plaza Verde
City
Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan
Format
Joint Conference
Event Information
- Conference Name: APHIA 2026 Joint Conference of the Asia Pacific Histocompatibility & Immunogenetics Association and 19th International Histocompatibility Workshop
- Dates: May 25 (Mon) – 28 (Thu), 2026
- Venue:Plaza Verde
- Address: 1-1-4 Otemachi, Numazu-shi, Shizuoka 410-0801, Japan
- Access: 3-minute walk from JR Numazu Station North Exit
- Theme: Diversity, Equity and Innovation
Overview
- Joint Conference: A joint conference held in conjunction with the 19th International Histocompatibility Workshop
- Field: Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics
- Topics: An international conference covering the latest topics in HLA and immunogenetics, solid organ transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, infection and immunity, and bioinformatics
- Networking Opportunities: Strong emphasis is placed on networking, collaborative research, and knowledge sharing
According to the official message, the conference focuses on understanding diversity, promoting equitable access to healthcare, and advancing innovation in transplantation medicine, immunogenetics, and personalized medicine.
Program Overview
- May 25 (Mon): Registration, Opening Ceremony, Welcome Cocktail
- May 26 (Tue): Plenary Sessions and Abstract Sessions on hematopoietic cell transplantation, cell therapy, and immunogenetics
- May 27 (Wed): Plenary Sessions on solid organ transplantation, infection and immunity, and immunogenetics, followed by the Conference Dinner
- May 28 (Thu): Bioinformatics Plenary Session, Best Abstract Session, and Closing Ceremony
Registration Information
- Registration Period: November 2025 – May 25, 2026
- Early Registration Deadline: April 3, 2026
- Registration Fees: APHIA Member AUD 700 / JPY 70,000, Non-Member AUD 900 / JPY 90,000, Student AUD 450 / JPY 45,000
- Payment Method: Credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express)
- Accommodation: Shared accommodation booking system with IHIWS 2026
Organizing Committee & Additional Information
- Chair: Dianne De Santis
- Secretary: Narelle Watson
- Committee: Mary Diviney, Heather Dunckley, Uma Kanga, Ritu Aggarwal, Arishma Lata, Selma D’Silva, Duangtawan Thammanichanond
- Social Events: Welcome Cocktail Reception, Wine & Cheese Poster Session, and Conference Dinner are included in the registration
- Contact: APHIA 2026 Secretariat (aphia2026@c-linkage.co.jp)
