On this page, you will find a comprehensive overview of the scientific programme for the 23rd Annual Meeting of the International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation (8–11 October 2026, Munich). The programme reflects the wide range of topics covered by current research into human milk and breastfeeding. We look forward to presenting you with a diverse and high-calibre scientific programme.
There are two ways to explore the programme: In the interactive detailed view (button below), you can navigate through individual sessions, search for speakers and filter content to create your own personalised programme. Alternatively, a general overview in the form of a timetable is available as a PDF, which you can easily view and download (button on the right).
Please note that the programme is being continuously updated and will be supplemented in the coming weeks with further contributions from the abstract authors. Therefore, changes and updates may be made at any time to both the digital view and the PDF version. We invite you to check back regularly to stay up to date with the latest developments and additions.
Main topics
- Breastfeeding and women’s health
- Drugs and environmental chemicals in lactation
- From molecules to megabytes: big data in human milk research
- Milk as medicine
- Human milk and breastfeeding in the digital age
- Human milk and breastfeeding in the NICU
- Gut-breast axis in lactation
- Implementation science in breastfeeding support