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6 - 10 July 2026

Banff | Canada

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How does the brain know where it is, where it is going, and how to get from one place to the other?

We are excited to announce that the next iNAV Symposium will take place from July 6–10, 2026, in Banff, Canada—marking the second time the event will be held on the North American continent. The decision-making process was not easy, but we are thrilled to bring iNAV to this stunning location!

Mark your calendar now!

The iNAV meeting is a unique opportunity for researchers, academics, and industry professionals to share their latest discoveries and advances in navigation science. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and real-world applications, the conference features high-profile speakers, panel discussions, and presentations covering a wide range of topics, including:

- - Systems neuroscience
  - Human cognitive (neuro)science
  - Animal behavior
  - Theoretical neurobiology
  - Robotics

Beyond the stimulating academic program, the iNAV Symposium offers ample opportunities for networking and socializing. Attendees can connect with like-minded professionals from around the world, exchange ideas, and establish new collaborations.

The first iNAV Symposium took place in 2016, bringing together researchers from diverse disciplines in the Austrian mountains to discuss groundbreaking discoveries, pressing open questions, and future directions in the field. The third and fourth iNAV Symposia were held entirely virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic but attracted over 700 participants and were highly successful.

Most recently, in 2024, the symposium was hosted in Merano, Italy, welcoming 230 participants for an unforgettable exchange of knowledge and ideas. Four days filled with cutting-edge navigation science in an inspiring setting, with a record number of attendees, dynamic data blitz talks, and engaging poster presentations.