EARA CONFERENCE 2025
Shaping the future of animal research communication
We are thrilled to announce the first-ever European Animal Research Association (EARA) Conference, celebrating our 10th anniversary and bringing together EARA members, the wider biomedical community and science communicators to shape the future of animal research communication.
Registrations are open!
We are thrilled to announce that registrations are now open for the EARA Conference 2025! This event will bring together the biomedical community, science communicators, and key stakeholders to explore the future of animal research communication.
Register Now and don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative discussion on the future of animal research communication in Europe.
🔹 Early Bird Registration Deadline: 1 August 2025
🔹 Final Registration Deadline: 3 October 2025
Now that many countries worldwide are embracing openness and transparency in animal research, our conference will explore the next steps to improve the sector’s approach to communication with the public and develop its understanding of this important topic.
Date: Thursday, 6 November – Friday, 7 November 2025
Location: Berlin, Germany
Venues: Charité Berlin & Max Delbrück Center
Join us at this landmark event to engage with leading voices in the field, participate in dynamic sessions and workshops, and network with professionals dedicated to advancing science communication.
“EARA is excited to be holding its first international conference in Berlin. This conference will bring together global experts on communications from various fields and across all media channels, with the aim of helping the scientific community grasp the opportunities available to improve communications on animal research.”
Kirk Leech
EARA Executive Director
SPEAKERS
AEMPS, Spain
Social Media
UWE, UK
AI in Science Communication
Ireland
Advocacy for Reproductive Rights
GIS FC3R, France
3Rs in Animal Research
INSERM, France
NHP Research Outreach
Science Media Centre, UK
Media Engagement
UAR, UK
Openness & Transparency
University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Animal Models & GAA
Vaccine Hesitancy
UCH-CEU, Spain
Patient Engagement
Der Tagesspiegel, Germany
Science Journalism
Science Media Center, Germany
Media & Communiction
Max Delbrück Center, Germany
Institutional Openness
European Commission, Belgium
Policy Coordinator
Novartis, Switzerland
Industry Openness & Transparency
RI-MUHC, Canada
Animal Compliance & Welfare
Charité Berlin, Germany
Institutional Openness
GFZ, Germany
Climate Change
IMPORTANT DATES
Abstract Submission Start
Abstract Submission Deadline
Registration Opens
Notification of Accepted Abstracts
Early Bird Registration Ends
Deadline for Refunds and Cancellations
Registration Closes
Final Details and Information to Attendees
EARA2025 Conference
09 December 2024
28 March 2025
31 March 2025
16 May 2025
01 August 2025
03 October 2025
03 October 2025
13 October 2025
06-07 Nov 2025
REGISTRATION FEES
Students (MSc and PhD)
EARA Members
Non-EARA Members
Companies with Special Interest
190 €
250 €
400 €
550 €
190 €
310 €
480 €
610 €
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Early Bird Registrationª
Regular Registration
Registrations made before 1 August 2025.
Requires proof of enrolment in an MSc or PhD programme in high education institutions.
Companies and organisations not connected to the biomedical research sector
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Programme
Thursday 6 November 2025
8.00
9.00
9.15
10.00
11.15
11.45
12.45
13.30
15.00
15.30
16.45
17.00
18.00
19.00
Registration
Opening remarks
Opening Keynote - Fiona Fox, Science Media Centre
Coffee Break
Session 1: Effective Science Communication and Media
Session 2: Flash Talks
Networking Lunch and Exhibition
Session 3: Parallel Workshops
Coffee Break
Session 4: Communicating Ethics and Legal Frameworks
Comfort break
Session 5: Flash Talks
Evening Keynote - Lucie Cótê, McGill University Health Centre
Conference Dinner
Friday 7 November 2025
8.00
9.15
10.00
10.30
11.45
12.45
13.30
14.45
Registration
Opening Keynote - Susanna Louhimies, European Commission
Coffee Break
Session 6: Transparency and Openness in Animal Research
Session 7: Flash Talks
Networking Lunch and Exhibition
Special Session: Hot Topics in Science
Closing Remarks
Satellite Event
7 November 2025
18.00
Berlin Science Week with TVV and Charité Berlin
Animal Research in Society - Public Panel Discussion
Time of sessions subject to change
EXHIBITORS & PARTNERING SPONSORS
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Partnering Sponsors
PARTNERS
We look forward to shaping the future of animal research communication
with you in Berlin!
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for further details.