We are delighted to be hosting the 17th Congress of the International Society for the Study of Fatty Acids and Lipids, June 20th-23rd, 2027. On behalf of the organizing committee, we wish to extend you a warm invitation. ISSFAL 2027 will invite leading scientists in the area of lipid and fatty acid research, particularly those whose work can be linked to human health. By inviting outstanding scientists who will present their
most recent findings and discuss the relevance of their work for health, we aim to attract delegates from around the world from a wide range of disciplines linked to lipids and health.
Program
Please view the Program at a Glance here. *Please note this is subject to change*.
Plenary Speakers
The planning committee is happy to announce the plenary speaker’s for congress program:
Hülya Bayır, MD, Phospholipids, Oxidative Stress and Brain Injury, NYP-Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York
Dr Greg Peoples, PhD, Lipids and Recovery in Sports, University of Wollongong
Brett Glencross, Understanding Marine Oil Sourcing, IFFO
Bente Evy Halvorsen, PhD, Other Fatty Acids – Components Other than Omega-3, University of Oslo
Marisol Izquierdo,Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Bone Health, Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Craig E. Wheelock, Lipid Signaling, Karolinska Institutet
Registration
Registration is set to open in November 2026. Please check back here for more information!
PLEASE READ: VAT information: In accordance with Norwegian tax regulations, applicable VAT will be included in the congress registration fee and in charges for hotel accommodation and food or catering. VAT supports the public services and infrastructure that help make Oslo a safe, accessible and high-quality destination for international events. All prices will be presented transparently, with the applicable VAT clearly shown. Norway currently applies different VAT rates depending on the service—for example, the standard rate generally applies to congress participation and catering, while hotel accommodation has a reduced rate. The final rates for 2027 will be confirmed in line with the regulations in force at the time of the congress.
Important Dates
November 2026: Call for abstracts and registration opens
January 2027: Abstract submission deadline
April 2027: Early-bird registration deadline
The Scientific Committee
| Bente Reuter | Senior scientist Nofima, Professor II University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Ås Norway |
| Philip Calder | Professor of Nutritional Immunology, University of Southampton, United Kingdom |
| Nils Ove Hoem | Consultant, Aker Biomarine Oslo, Norway |
| Adina Michael-Titus | President ISSFAL |
| Svein Olaf Hustvedt | Secretary ISSFAL |
The Organizing Committee
| Bente Reuter | Senior scientist Nofima, Professor II University of Life Sciences (NMBU), Ås Norway |
| Adina Michael-Titus | President ISSFAL |
| Anna Nicolaou | Vice President ISSFAL |
| Anne-Marie Minihane | Professor of Nutrigenetics, Norwich Institute of Healthy Ageing (NIHA) |
| Svein Olaf Hustvedt | Secretary ISSFAL |
Why Oslo?
Oslo offers an ideal setting for international conferences and congresses, with modern venues, excellent hotels, and easy international access. Its compact city center, nestled between the Oslofjord and pristine forests, is easily navigated on foot or by public transport. Oslo’s cutting-edge infrastructure and commitment to sustainable development ensure a smooth, successful experience for any event.
Oslo is a dynamic city, known for its thriving scientific communities, innovative businesses, and a rapidly growing start-up ecosystem. Home to world-class universities, renowned research institutions, and an internationally recognized university hospital, Oslo is a leader in research, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. The city’s vibrant professional community is supported by a wealth of co-working spaces and entrepreneurial programs.
Surrounded by nature, Oslo is clean, safe, and sustainable, with two-thirds of its area devoted to forests, green spaces, and waterways. The 9-kilometre waterfront now offers a vibrant space for recreation, and eco-friendly activities like hiking and kayaking are easily accessible.
*The Oslo 2027 congress logo depicts the Oslo skyline, harmonizing with our new ISSFAL logo and symbolizing Oslo as a sustainable capital surrounded by abundant nature both within and around the city. Logo Designed by Monique Smith Robstad