Overview of event
20 Years of Investing in ME Research: Discover ME
The 18th International ME Conference (#IIMEC18), organised by Invest in ME Research, will
take place on 29th May 2026 at the Wellcome Genome Campus, Hinxton Hall.
IIMEC18 will bring together a distinguished group of researchers, clinicians, and patient advocates to share knowledge and foster collaboration. As an additional day to the BRMEC15 Researchers' Colloquium, IIMEC18 will be open to the public, providing a unique opportunity for broader engagement with the latest developments in Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) research. While BRMEC15 is a closed event for researchers, IIMEC18 will allow patients, carers, and the general public to attend and contribute to discussions, making it an important step in bridging the gap between the scientific community and the wider ME population.
The event will feature updates from the BRMEC15 colloquium, alongside presentations and discussions that highlight recent advancements in ME research. It will also address the growing body of work on Long Covid, due to the shared symptomatology between ME and Long Covid, providing context for ongoing studies in both fields.
Programme
The conference will commence at approximately 08:55 and will conclude at approximately 17:00 on 29 May.
We aim to present a varied agenda that includes keynote presentations and panel discussions covering various aspects of ME research and clinical practice.
Registration
Registration for the conference is open - use the button below
Venue
The conference will take place on the Wellcome Genome Campus at Hinxton Hall, near Cambridgeshire.
Hinxton Hall Conference Centre is located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside research institutions that are at the forefront of the genomics revolution. Hinxton Hall Conference Centre blends stunning contemporary architecture with state-of-the-art facilities, alongside a Grade II* listed country house, all set within a beautiful, rural 100 acre estate bordering the River Cam.
This location is near to Cambridge as well as a short drive from London Stansted airport.
There is also a direct link to London Stansted from central London.
This venue offers a number of advantages for assisting in our objectives of building collaboration and expanding knowledge.
Past Conferences
The Conference events have been arranged annually since 2006.
Past Conferences can be viewed via the link below
Sponsorship
2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Invest in ME Research, the 15th International Biomedical Research into ME Colloquium (BRMEC15), and the 18th International ME Conference (IIMEC18). Sponsorship offers organisations and individuals a meaningful opportunity to support these important scientific meetings, enabling the charity to do more high-quality biomedical research into Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME).