Registration will open in late June 2026.
About the conference
For 80 years, the UK’s cohort studies have tracked generations of Britons, providing invaluable evidence on how our early lives continue to shape us as we grow up, and grow old.
The CLS Conference 2026 will bring together researchers from across disciplines, sectors and career stages to showcase outstanding life course research using cohort data. It is an opportunity to hear about the latest findings from the cohorts, share learning with colleagues, and network with fellow data users. The conference is also a chance to meet the staff running the studies, and give your input on the work of CLS and future direction of the cohorts.
Information for speakers and poster presenters
Outcome of the call for papers
Decisions on the call for papers were sent on Thursday 4 June 2026. Speakers and poster presenters have until Thursday 18 June to accept their place in the programme. If you did not receive an email from us with a decision on your submission, please email ioe.clsevents@ucl.ac.uk.
Registration and fees
Speakers and poster presenters will be responsible for registering for the conference and paying the conference fee.
Travel bursaries for student presenters
CLS is able to offer a limited number of bursaries for travel and accommodation to students attending the conference as speakers or poster presenters.
Bursaries will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. To request a bursary, please complete the acceptance form you received by email on Thursday 4 June, and tick the box to request a bursary. We will email you to confirm whether we are able to allocate you a bursary.
Terms and conditions
Contributors agree to abide by CLS’s terms and conditions for conference submissions.
