The annual international IUSSI Newsletter has been released and is available for members to read (below).

In particular, please note:

2026 International IUSSI Congress submission deadline

The next international IUSSI Congress will take place in Freiburg, Germany. The abstract submission deadline has been extended to January 31st, and registration is open. Members are encouraged to participate and contribute to the scientific program. Further details are available at: https://iussi2026.org/

Editor-in-Chief Position — Insectes Sociaux

The journal Insectes Sociaux is seeking a new Editor-in-Chief as Madeleine Beekman will be completing her term at the upcoming Congress. This is a significant leadership role within our community, and a successful appointment will ensure the continued strength of the journal and its contribution to social insect research. Interested individuals, or those wishing to nominate potential candidates, are invited to contact Madeleine Beekman at madeleine.beekman@sydney.edu.au for further information.