Awards
When is the nomination period for OHBM 2026 Awards?
The award nomination period for OHBM 2026 will be from Thursday, December 18, 2025, through Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Once the nomination period opens, there will be a link listed on each award page listed here.
Educational Courses
Will OHBM offer Educational Courses this year?
Yes! Educational Courses will begin on Sunday, June 14, 2026, ahead of the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception at the Palais 2 l’Atlantique in Bordeaux, France. A list of Educational Courses offered at OHBM 2026 can be viewed here.
Please note: Educational Courses are an additional event separate from the Annual Meeting. Click here to register!
Grants/Discounts
Is OHBM offering any grants or discounts for OHBM 2026 attendees?
OHBM offers a variety of different options to make OHBM accessible. Various options are highlighted below
OHBM Membership Discount
Active OHBM members receive reduced registration fees compared to non-members.
Airline Discounts
Air France–KLM and Delta Air Lines are proud partners of the OHBM 2026 Annual Meeting, offering attendees exclusive discounts on airfare. Details on eligibility and booking instructions can be found on the Air Travel webpage.
Reduced Registration
Your registration fee may be reduced if you are currently living, working, or studying in any of the countries classified as Low or Lower-Middle Income by UNESCO Institute of Statistics and the World Bank (based on gross national income per capita). Click here to see the list of countries that qualify for discounted Annual Meeting registration.
Please click here to complete the Reduced Registration Application.
Institutional or External Funding
Attendees are encouraged to explore funding opportunities through their home institutions, universities, or external organizations (e.g., travel grants, research funding bodies, or professional societies).
Awards and Grants (Now Closed)
OHBM is committed to supporting the participation of trainees and caregivers at the Annual Meeting through a range of awards and grants. All awardees for OHBM 2026 have now been notified. If you did not receive an email regarding an award or grant, you were not selected this year.
As of March 10, 2026, we reached capacity for Caregiver Grant applications and are no longer accepting submissions for this year.
We appreciate the strong interest in these opportunities and encourage eligible participants to apply again in the future
Abstract Submission Fee and Registration
The abstract submission fee and overall registration may be reduced if you are currently living, working or studying in any of the countries classified as Low or Lower-Middle Income by UNESCO Institute of Statistics and the World Bank (based on gross national income per capita). Click here to see the list of countries that qualify for a waived abstract fee or discounted Annual Meeting registration.
Click here, for the Reduced Registration Application.
Location
Where is OHBM 2026?
The 2026 Annual Meeting will take place at the Palais 2 l’Atlantique from June 14 - 18, 2026.
Address: Cours Charles Bricaud, 33300 Bordeaux
Access via Tram line C (Parc des Expositions stop) or Bus: N° 37 and 75
Membership
Who is considered a Student Member?
A student member is a full-time student working towards a graduate degree (MS, PhD, or MD degree) or an individual who has completed such a degree less than 4 years ago.
Phishing Emails
How can I identify phishing emails claiming to be from OHBM?
Be cautious of emails that appear to come from the Organization for Human Brain Mapping (OHBM) that request personal information, payments, or urgent action. Always verify the sender’s email address and avoid clicking suspicious links. If you are unsure, contact OHBM directly through the official website before responding.
Posters & Presentation Logistics
Is there a virtual or remote option for presenting my poster?
OHBM 2026 is an in-person meeting. Posters must be presented onsite. Presenters may upload an e-poster and/or a short pre-recorded audio presentation in the conference platform, allowing attendees to view your work on demand.
Do I need to attend both of my poster standby times?
Presenters are encouraged to attend both assigned standby times. If attending both is not possible, attending one is sufficient.
Can I swap my poster session or poster number with another presenter?
No. Poster numbers and schedules are assigned based on scientific category and space planning. Swaps are not permitted, as making exceptions for one would require opening the option to all 3,000+ presenters.
What happens if I cannot attend in person?
We are unable to accommodate virtual or live-streamed posters. You may designate a co-author or substitute presenter to present on your behalf by submitting the Substitute Presenter Form. In case of extraordinary circumstances requiring the withdrawal of a paper, please promptly notify the OHBM Executive Office by completing the Abstract Withdrawal Form.
Registration
Will OHBM be offering refunds?
No, OHBM will not be offering refunds under any circumstance. This includes registration cancellations due to visa issues.
Substitute Presenters & Abstract/Session Proposal Changes
Can a substitute presenter present on my behalf?
You may designate a co-author or substitute presenter to present on your behalf by submitting the Substitute Presenter Form.
Does the substitute presenter need to be listed as a co-author?
Exceptions can be made, but the substitute should be knowledgeable about the work and able to present it effectively.
Can the presentation topic or content be changed?
No. Substitutions of topics or content are not allowed; presentations must reflect the accepted abstract or proposal.
Can I update the authors on my abstract?
Yes, updates are possible if submitted with full author details (first and last name, email address, affiliation(s)) and correct order. Changes will be made on the backend by the OHBM team. Please be aware that OHBM will not be accepting any edits to abstracts after May 29, 2026.
Visa
Can OHBM contact embassies or assist with my visa application?
We cannot contact embassies or apply on your behalf. However, an official invitation letter can be provided to support your visa application.
Where can I find a visa invitation letter?
To obtain a visa letter for OHBM 2026, please click here.
Who is the contact person when applying for the visa?
Name: Elizabeth Slater (OHBM Executive Director)
Phone Number: (+1) 952-641-3041
Email: bslater@humanbrainmapping.org
Address: Cours Charles Bricaud, 33300 Bordeaux (Convention Center Address)
