The 18th World Meeting of the International Society for Bayesian Analysis will take place June 28 - July 3, 2026 in Nagoya, Japan at WINC AICHI. The purpose of the meeting is to bring together the diverse international community of investigators in statistics who develop and use Bayesian methods to share recent findings and to present new and challenging problems.
The Scientific Committee welcomes proposals for invited sessions. Invited sessions are 90-minutes long and feature (i) three (3) speakers, an optional discussant, and a session chair; or (ii) a panel discussion with between three (3) and six (6) panelists and a session chair who will moderate the discussion. All invited talks and panel discussions are expected to be delivered in-person. Organizers should confirm availability of session participants prior to submitting a proposal. Please submit proposals this link. Proposals for invited session will be accepted until 11:59pm (Anywhere on Earth; AoE) on 6 July, 2025. Decisions will be announced later in Fall 2025. Please note that the one-oral-presentation-per-person policy will be in effect: Each participant may give at most one (1) oral presentation. All talks, discussions, panel discussions, and posters count as an oral presentation. Limited exceptions to this policy may be made at the discretion of the Program Council to accommodate program needs.
The call for Contributed Talks and Posters will open in Fall 2025, after Invited Session decisions are announced.
Registration information will be available in Fall 2025.
The Foundational Lectures celebrate excellent researchers who have made notable and substantial contributions to the Bayesian community throughout their careers.
The Keynote Lectures highlight exciting new research developments.
The Susie Bayarri Lecture is delivered at the ISBA World Meeting by an outstanding young researcher under 35 years of age. The lecture is named to honor the memory of lifetime member M.J. Susie Bayarri. The postponed 2024 Bayarri Lecture will be given at the 2026 World Meeting.
The Bruno de Finetti Lecture is delivered at the ISBA World Meeting by an outstanding scholar who has provided significant contributions to the advancement of Bayesian Statistics
WINC AICHI (Aichi Industry & Labor Center)
4-4-38 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 450-0002, Japan
Venue Access Information
WINC AICHI is a modern, multi-purpose convention center located just a few minutes’ walk from Nagoya Station. It offers excellent accessibility by rail, air, and road, making it a convenient choice for both domestic and international participants.
Access to Nagoya
Nagoya offers a wide range of accommodation options, from luxury hotels to budget-friendly stays.
Recommended Areas
Nagoya is the largest city in Aichi Prefecture and the fourth-largest in Japan, located roughly halfway between Tokyo and Osaka on the Pacific coast. With its rich history, modern architecture, and vibrant food culture, Nagoya serves as both an attractive destination and a convenient hub for exploring central Japan.
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