Registration
Early Bird Registration Rates available through December 31!
Mail:
Society for In Vitro Biology
672 Old Mill Rd., Suite 284
Millersville, MD 21108, USA
Fax: (410) 969-7941
Email: SIVB Business Office
Registration forms will not be processed if not accompanied by one of the following methods of payment:
- Company or personal check (checks to be drawn on United States currency only; list all registrants on check memo or check stub)
- Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express
- Wire Transfer (checks to be paid in United States currency only; make sure to cover any fees your banking institution will charge for processing the transfer or you will be billed for the balance due for your registration)
2026 Registration Fees
The In-Person Registration Fee includes: Admission to all sessions including the Saturday pre-conference workshops; exhibition; invitation to the Fruit and Cheese Welcome, Opening Ceremony Reception and the 80th Anniversary Reunion Celebration at the Peppermill Resort; registration bag, meeting materials and publications; access to the event website, mobile app, and on-demand limited access recordings. Note: Receptions will provide light refreshments only and should not be considered as your only meals during the meeting. Please plan for expenses to support your breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks throughout the meeting.
+ Accompanying Guest Registration includes admission to the Exhibit Hall and invitations to the Opening Ceremony, Welcome Reception, and Joint Sections Social.
The On-Demand Limited Access Registration Fee includes: Access to on-demand recordings of highlights from the 2026 In Vitro Biology Meeting available after the live meeting has concluded. Choose this option if you are unable to attend the meeting in Reno or are submitting a Virtual Poster Presentation.
* Not a member of SIVB? Choose the Combination Membership and Meeting registration to receive a discounted registration rate plus SIVB membership for one calendar year (January – December 2026). Membership includes a subscription to In Vitro Cellular and Developmental Biology – Animal or – Plant and the In Vitro Report. Please contact the SIVB Business Office for additional membership information.
++ Current Members of the International Association of Plant Biotechnology (IAPB) are eligible to receive the 2026 SIVB Member registration rates. This applies to Regular, Research Technician/Assistant, and Post Doctoral registration fees. Membership must be current with IAPB to receive this rate and will be confirmed with the IAPB. Those who are not SIVB or IAPB Members will be required to pay the nonmember rates or to join the SIVB using the Combination Meeting/Membership rates.
In-person Registration Fees
| Early-Bird | Advanced | Regular | Onsite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On or before 12/31/25 | On or before 2/28/26 | On or before 5/6/26 | After 5/6/26 | |
| Abstract Fee (non-refundable) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Student Abstract Fee (non-refundable) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 |
| SIVB Regular Member | $540 | $560 | $580 | $600 |
| IAPB Regular Member++ | $540 | $560 | $580 | $600 |
| Regular Combination 2026 Membership/Registration* | $705 | $725 | $745 | $765 |
| Regular Nonmember | $770 | $810 | $840 | $870 |
| SIVB Research Technician/Assistant Member#** | $270 | $280 | $290 | $300 |
| IAPB Research Technician/Assistant Member#**++ | $270 | $280 | $290 | $300 |
| Research Technician/Assistant Combination 2026 Membership/Registration#** | $435 | $445 | $455 | $465 |
| Research Technician/Assistant Nonmember#** | $440 | $450 | $460 | $470 |
| SIVB Post Doc Member#** | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
| IAPB Post Doc Member#**++ | $110 | $110 | $110 | $110 |
| Post Doc Combination 2026 Membership/Registration#** | $215 | $215 | $215 | $215 |
| Post Doc Nonmember#** | $220 | $220 | $220 | $220 |
| Student ** | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Emeritus | $80 | $80 | $80 | $80 |
| One-day Registration | $270 | $280 | $290 | $300 |
| Accompanying guest (Nonscientist)+ | $270 | $280 | $290 | $300 |
| Group Registration^ (5 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $430 per person) | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
| Group Registration^ (10 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $400 per person) | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Group Registration^ (15 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $370 per person) | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 |
| Group Registration^ (20 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $315 per person) | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
| Support the Student Buddy Program## | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 |
On-demand limited access Registration Fees
| Early-Bird | Advanced | Regular | Onsite | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On or before 12/31/26 | On or before 2/28/26 | On or before 5/5/26 | After 5/5/26 | |
| SIVB Regular Member | $330 | $350 | $370 | $390 |
| IAPB Regular Member++ | $330 | $350 | $370 | $390 |
| Regular Combination 2026 Membership/Registration* | $495 | $505 | $525 | $545 |
| Regular Nonmember | $430 | $460 | $480 | $500 |
| SIVB Research Technician/Assistant Member#** | $165 | $175 | $185 | $195 |
| IAPB Research Technician/Assistant Member#**++ | $165 | $175 | $185 | $195 |
| Research Technician/Assistant Combination 2026 Membership/Registration#** | $330 | $340 | $350 | $360 |
| Research Technician/Assistant Nonmember#** | $340 | $350 | $360 | $370 |
| SIVB Post Doc Member#** | $85 | $85 | $85 | $85 |
| IAPB Post Doc Member#**++ | $85 | $85 | $85 | $85 |
| Post Doc Combination 2026 Membership/Registration#** | $190 | $190 | $190 | $190 |
| Post Doc Nonmember#** | $195 | $195 | $195 | $195 |
| Student** | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| Group Registration^ (5 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $430 per person) | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 | $2,150 |
| Group Registration^ (10 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $400 per person) | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Group Registration^ (15 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $370 per person) | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 |
| Group Registration^ (20 individuals from the same organization with additional registrations at $315 per person) | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
| Support the Student Buddy Program## | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 |
++ Current Members of the International Association of Plant Biotechnology (IAPB) are eligible to receive the 2026 SIVB Member registration rates. This applies to Regular, Research Technician/Assistant, and Post Doctoral registration fees. Membership must be current with IAPB to receive this rate and will be confirmed with the IAPB. Those who are not SIVB or IAPB Members will be required to pay the nonmember rates or to join the SIVB using the Combination Meeting/Membership rates.
#Post Doc and Research Technician/Assistant Registration Options: Post Docs and Research Technicians/Assistants now have same registration opportunities as regular attendees. Those who are members are eligible to register at a discounted rate with proof of status. Nonmember Post Docs or Research Technicians/Assistants can choose to either 1) purchase the discounted Combination Membership/Meeting Registration Rate (see benefits * above) or register as a nonmember.
Research Technician/Assistant rates are for those who are working in a lab as a technician assisting a scientist on their research. This applies to Research Technicians, Research Assistants, and Research Associates.
**Proof of student, Post Doctoral, or Research Technician/Assistant status will be required upon registering for the 2026 In Vitro Biology Meeting or the full registration rate will be required. Proof of Student Status may be one (1) of the following: copy of Student ID, letter from supervisor, or current class schedule. Proof of Post Doctoral or Research Technician/Assistant status is a letter from your supervisor verifying your current status. Please email this information to the SIVB Business Office or fax it to (410) 969-7941.
^GROUP REGISTRATION RATES: SIVB is offering a special registration rate to any Company or University that wishes to register larger groups of their employees to attend the meeting. If your organization has 5 or more employees who wish to attend the meeting either in person or through the On-Demand Limited Access Program, you can register all employees for a flat rate as listed in the table above. Contact the Meeting Secretariat to receive the Group Registration Form. If you have fewer than 5 employees and would like to learn about group rates options for your organization, contact the Meeting Secretariat for more information.
##The Sponsor-a-Buddy Program supports the SIVB’s Student Initiative. For only $25, members and attendees of the SIVB Annual Meeting can help support a student “buddy.” Contributions will be used to support student activities for the meeting. Contributors will be acknowledged with a special ribbon at the 2026 In Vitro Biology Meeting
Note: Our refund policy is as follows: All requests for cancellations and/or refunds must be made in writing. Refunds are subject to an administrative processing fee of $50.00. The amount refunded is determined by the date the request is received. A full refund, less the administrative fee, will be granted if the request is received by March 31, 2026; one-half from April 1 to May 6, 2026; and no refunds will be issued after May 6, 2026. Exceptions to this policy will be made for attendees who are not able to attend the conference due to a country ban, government restricted travel, or airline restrictions. Those individuals may cancel after the deadline and receive a full refund of the paid registration rate minus the $50 non-refundable administrative fee.
Abstract fees are non-refundable.
DISCLAIMERS
Photographs, video, and live streaming may occur during this conference for social media and other event publicity purposes. Your registration and/or participation in the meeting indicates your consent to be photographed and grants the Society for In Vitro Biology the right to copy, distribute, and/or exhibit name(s) and/or picture(s) of you.
The Peppermill Resort and Spa is the holder of various gaming licenses issued by the Nevada Gaming Commission. The use, possession, or sale of marijuana or marijuana-related products on the premises, including your hotel room, is strictly prohibited.
Cancellations and Refunds
Our refund policy is as follows: All requests for cancellations and/or refunds must be made in writing. Refunds are subject to an administrative processing fee of $50.00. The amount refunded is determined by the date the request is received. A full refund less the administrative fee will be granted if the request is received by March 31, 2026; one-half from April 1 to May 6, 2026; and no refunds will be issued after May 6, 2026.
Exceptions to this policy will be made for attendees who are not able to attend the conference due to a country ban, government restricted travel, or airline restrictions. Those individuals may cancel after the deadline and receive a full refund of the paid registration rate minus the $50 non-refundable administrative fee.
Abstract fees are non-refundable.