IAP‑ISSE International School of Science Education 2026

The IAP‑ISSE International School of Science Education 2026 is a high‑level, invitation‑only residential school convening scientists, educators and institutional representatives to address the future of science education. It will take place 16–19 October 2026 at the Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture (EMFCSC) in Erice, Italy. The programme focuses on inquiry‑based science education, the nature of evidence and uncertainty, science education in the age of AI, research‑informed professional learning, and international alliances for collective impact. Participation aims to produce practical, research‑informed resources and policy‑relevant outputs.

Board and lodging covered; optional opportunity to present a poster or lecture.

Qualified participants include senior scientists, science teachers, and science‑education specialists; participation is invitation‑based but interested candidates may submit an expression of interest through the online form. Applicants may optionally submit a poster or lecture proposal with a short abstract (up to 2,500 characters).

Submit an expression of interest via the online form; optional poster/lecture proposal with short abstract may be submitted alongside the application.