HYBRID EVENT: You can participate in person at La Paz, Bolivia or Virtually from your home or work

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 21–22 November 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 4 SDGs SDGs 12, 13, 14 and 15
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

21 NOV 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Ecosystem Dynamics and Change
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the mechanisms driving ecosystem dynamics and the changes that occur over time. It will explore the interactions between biotic and abiotic factors that influence ecological stability and resilience.

    Track 02
    Trophic Interactions and Food Webs
    1415
    Track Overview

    This session examines the complexities of trophic interactions within ecosystems, including predator-prey relationships and their implications for community structure. Participants will discuss the role of food webs in maintaining ecological balance and biodiversity.

    Track 03
    Biodiversity and Ecosystem Functioning
    1415
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, emphasizing how species richness and functional diversity contribute to ecological processes. The discussions will highlight the importance of preserving biodiversity for ecosystem health.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Community Ecology and Species Interactions
    15
    Track Overview

    Focusing on community ecology, this session will delve into the various species interactions that shape community structure, including competition, mutualism, and symbiosis. Researchers will present findings on how these interactions influence ecological dynamics.

    Track 05
    Niche Differentiation and Resource Partitioning
    15
    Track Overview

    This track explores the concept of niche differentiation and its role in resource partitioning among species. Presentations will highlight case studies that illustrate how niche dynamics contribute to species coexistence and community diversity.

    Track 06
    Functional Diversity and Ecosystem Services
    1215
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the significance of functional diversity in ecosystems and its impact on ecosystem services. Participants will discuss how variations in species traits influence ecological functions and service provision.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

22 NOV 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Mutualism and Cooperative Interactions
    15
    Track Overview

    This track focuses on the role of mutualistic relationships in ecosystems, examining how cooperative interactions enhance species survival and ecosystem stability. Case studies will illustrate the ecological and evolutionary implications of mutualism.

    Track 08
    Competition and Its Ecological Consequences
    15
    Track Overview

    This session investigates the dynamics of competition among species and its effects on population dynamics and community structure. Researchers will present models and empirical studies that elucidate the outcomes of competitive interactions.

    Track 09
    Ecological Resilience and Adaptive Capacity
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track emphasizes the importance of ecological resilience and the capacity of ecosystems to adapt to disturbances. Discussions will center on factors that enhance resilience and the implications for conservation and management.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Population Dynamics and Species Interactions
    1315
    Track Overview

    Focusing on population dynamics, this session will explore how species interactions influence population growth, decline, and stability. Presentations will cover theoretical models and empirical data that shed light on these complex relationships.

    Track 11
    Human Impacts on Ecosystem Dynamics
    1315
    Track Overview

    This track examines the effects of human activities on ecosystem dynamics and species interactions. Participants will discuss the implications of habitat alteration, climate change, and pollution on ecological processes and biodiversity.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
12 Responsible Consumption and Production 13 Climate Action 14 Life Below Water 15 Life on Land

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