The 11th Conference on Mushroom Biology and Mushroom Products

Theme: “Fungal Frontiers: Mushrooms for Food Security, Health, and Sustainability.”

We are pleased to invite abstract submissions for the 11th International Conference on Mushroom Biology and Mushroom Products (11th ICMBMP 2026), a premier global platform dedicated to advancing fungal science, innovation, and sustainable development. The conference will bring together leading researchers, practitioners, and policy experts to exchange cutting-edge findings, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and explore the transformative potential of fungi in health, agriculture, industry, and socio-economic systems.

This year’s theme, “Fungal Frontiers: Mushrooms for Food Security, Health, and Sustainability” underscores the growing importance of fungi in addressing global challenges—from food security and healthcare to environmental restoration and circular bioeconomies.

Call for Research Contributions

Researchers, academics, professionals, and students are invited to submit original abstracts for oral or poster presentations across the following thematic areas:

1. Biodiversity, Systematics, and Taxonomy

– Integrative taxonomy, phylogenetics, and conservation of fungal species and their ecosystems.

2. Omics and Bioinformatics

– Genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, computational biology, and data science applications.

3. Genetics, Breeding and Engineering

– CRISPR and genetic tools, strain improvement, and breeding innovations.

4. Physiology, Developmental Biology and Mushroom Cultivation

– Cellular, molecular, and environmental regulation of fungal growth and morphogenesis; smart farming, substrate optimization, cultivation techniques.

5. Myco-Molecules: Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential

– Functional foods, nutraceuticals, and pharmacological compounds derived from fungi.

6. Processing Technologies

– Post harvest processing technologies, equipment innovations, and fungal product development.

7. Pest and Disease Management

– Disease diagnosis, biocontrol agents, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies, and hygienic practices.

8. Product Quality, Safety, and Regulation

- Safety protocols, analytical techniques, quality assurance, and compliance standards.

9. Mushroom Economics, Culture, and Policy

– Indigenous knowledge, trade, cultural heritage, and policy frameworks.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

- Abstracts should be 300–350 words, clearly outlining the background, objectives, methods, key results, and conclusions.

- All submissions must be in English.

- Include the title, author(s), affiliations, and contact information for the corresponding author.

- Indicate your preferred presentation format (Oral or Poster).

- Abstracts will be peer-reviewed, and accepted presenters will be notified by the specified deadline.

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: [15 June 2026]

• Notification of Acceptance (Oral/Poster): [10 July 2026]

• Early Bird Registration Deadline: [31 July 2026]

• Full Paper Submission Deadline: [15 August 2026]

• Late-Breaking Abstracts (Selected Sessions Only): [1 September 2026]

• Regular Registration Deadline: [15 September 2026]

• Conference Dates: [13–17 October 2026]

- Location: [Accra, Ghana]

Special Opportunities

- Early-career researchers and graduate students are strongly encouraged to submit abstracts.

- Select abstracts may be invited for full paper submission to a special issue in a peer-reviewed journal.

- Prizes will be awarded for outstanding oral and poster presentations by early-career researchers and students.

Submit Your Abstracts To:

[https://icmbmp11.foodresearchgh.org]

Use the Official Guidelines /Template Provided

For inquiries or further information, please contact:

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Join us in shaping the future of fungal science and innovation. Your research belongs at 11th ICMBMP, 2026.

The 11th ICMBMP offers a unique opportunity for global experts to share the latest research and innovations in fungal biology, mushroom cultivation, functional food development, and sustainability. The conference will feature keynote lectures, scientific sessions, technical presentations, posters, exhibitions, and field visits, complemented by rich cultural programming. The 11th ICMBMP meetings will foster vibrant scientific exchange and multi-sectoral collaboration among researchers,entrepreneurs,educators, policymakers, and development partners. This edition will showcase Africa’s growing contributions to mushroom science and catalyze cross-continental partnerships for transformation.

Organizers of the 11th ICMBMP 2026

• World Society for Mushroom Biology and Mushroom Products (WSMBMP)
• CSIR-Food Research Institute (CSIR-FRI), Ghana
• Accra Technical University (ATU), Ghana
• Ho Technical University (HTU), Ghana

Co-organizers

• Ministry of Environment Science and Technology (MEST), Ghana
• Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), Ghana
• University of Ghana, Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies (IESS), Ghana
• Institute of Edible Fungi, Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences (SAAS), China
• National Engineering Research Center of Edible Fungi, China
• Mushroom Branch of the Chinese Agricultural Society (MBCAS), China
• International Society for Mushroom Science (ISMS)

Organizing Committees of the 11th ICMBMP

World Society Council Members

• Qi Tan (China)
• András Geösel (Hungary)
• Manjit Singh (India)
• Jingsong Zhang (China)
• Johan Baars (Netherlands)
• Yoichi Honda (Japan)
• Mary Obodai (Ghana)
• Hui Chen (China)

Local Organizing Committees:

• Scientific Committee
• Finance and Sponsorship Committee
• Technical and Logistics Committee
• Publicity and Marketing Committee
• Social Committee
• Secretariat

Language

Working languages for the conference are English, French and Chinese. Simultaneous translation will be provided for conference oral presentations.

Scientific Program

The 11th ICMBMP will incorporate the latest advances in mushroom biology and mushroom products through keynote lectures, oral presentations, poster displays, and technical workshops. Panel topics will include:

1. Biodiversity, Systematics, and Taxonomy;
2. Omics and Bioinformatics;
3. Genetics,Breeding and Engineering;
4. Physiology, Developmental Biology and Mushroom Cultivation;
5. Myco-Molecules: Nutritional and Therapeutic Potential;
6. Bioprocessing Technologies;
7. Pest and Disease Management;
8. Product Quality, Safety, and Regulation; and
9. Mushroom Economics, Culture, and Policy

Registration

All registered participants will have access to the full scientific program, the mushroom innovation expo, field excursions, conference materials, and networking events. Registration includes the conference kit, program booklet (E copy), book of abstracts, and access to proceedings.

Online registration is available now.

Dates: 13th – 17th October 2026

Venue: Accra, Ghana

Format: In-person

*Proof of student status is required upon registration

#Accompanying Guest registration includes access to cultural events and the exhibition hall.

Refund Policy: Full refunds (less USD 50 administration fee, excluding bank charges) will be issued for cancellations received by August 15, 2026. A 50% refund applies for requests received by September 15, 2026. No refunds after that date.

Call for Abstracts and Papers

Participants are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations. Full papers may also be submitted for consideration in the conference proceedings.

Abstracts should include the title, authors, affiliations, and a 300–350 word summary of the research. Full manuscripts should follow standard scientific format.

Submission Timeline:

• 1st Call for Abstracts & Papers: November 1, 2025
• 2nd Call for Abstracts & Papers: February 1, 2026
• Abstract Submission Deadline: April 30, 2026
• Notification of Acceptance (Oral/Poster): May 31, 2026
• Full Paper Submission Deadline (for Proceedings): June 30, 2026
• Late-Breaking Abstracts (selected sessions only): August 15, 2026

Submissions should be made online via the Abstract Submission Portal. For formatting guidelines, please refer to “Directions for Abstract and Research Article” below:

Directions for writing your abstract

General requirement

• The deadline for abstract submission is 30th April 2026.
• The abstract should be typed in English using Times New Roman 12-pt font. Paragraph spacing should be set to single.
• Figures, tables, and references are not permitted.

Abstract heading

Abstract heading should include a title, the names, affiliations, and email address of the presenting author (and corresponding author if different - indicate the corresponding author with an asterisk after the name), and up to six key words. Formatting instructions for each component of the heading are as follows:

1. First line: abstract title, centered on the page, with each main word beginning with an uppercase letter (the second word of hyphenated terms should begin with a lowercase letter). Genus and species names should be italicized. The title should be concise, informative, and accurately reflect the main content of the work described.

   Example:

   Cloning and Analysis of a Cold-induced Gene from Volvariella volvacea

2. Second line: list of authors with family names first in higher case letters, followed by a given name beginning with a higher case letter. In cases of two or more authors, separate each name by a comma and space, and insert the word “and” before the last author’s name.

   Example:

   CHEN Mingjie, SMITH John, and MIYAZAKI Hiroi

3. Third line: affiliations. Give the name and full address of the institutional affiliation of each author, using higher case letters to denote the country of origin. If there is more than one affiliation, these should be denoted by superscript numbers at the end of the author’s name and at the beginning of the address. If more than two affiliations are listed, place a semicolon (;) between affiliations and the word “and” before the last affiliation. DO NOT use letters or other characters (eg, *) to delineate affiliations.

   Example:

   WANG Fengjian1 and CHEN Mingjie2

   1Department of Biochemistry and Environmental Engineering, Hanjiang Normal University, Shiyan, Hubei 442000, CHINA; and 2Institute of Edible Fungi, Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shanghai 201403, CHINA

4. Fourth line: Give up to six keywords separated by semicolons.

5. Fifth line: presenting authors' Email address. If the corresponding author is different from the presenting author, both Email addresses should be given, with the corresponding author indicated with an asterisk. DO NOT put a full stop after the Email address.

Abstract body:

The body of the abstract should be written as a SINGLE PARAGRAPH (350 words maximum) and include a short background introduction, the purpose of the study, concise experimental procedures, main results, and conclusions. No tables, figures, or references are permitted and will be removed during editing.

Accommodation

Special conference rates are now available. Participants are encouraged to book their hotel accommodation using the link and booking code below:

Booking link:
Alisa Hotel North Ridge

Booking code: ICMBMP26

Accra City Hotel

Promo code: 11ICMBMP1026

Contact

Secretariat, 11th ICMBMP 2026

CSIR–Food Research Institute P.O. Box M20, Accra, Ghana

Phone: +233 (0) 244 711 860 / +233 (0) 207 930 703

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Website:https://icmbmp11.foodresearchgh.org

World Society for Mushroom Biology and Mushroom Products (WSMBMP)

Conference Announcement Date: October 2025