International Congress of Parasitology (ICOPA)
International Congress of Parasitology is a parasitology congress organized by the World Federation of Parasitologists (WFP). The most recent edition, 16th International Congress of Parasitology (ICOPA 2026), took place from 16 to 21 August 2026 in Montreal, Canada. Dates for the next edition are not listed yet.
| Organizer | World Federation of Parasitologists (WFP) |
|---|---|
| Field | Parasitology |
The International Congress of Parasitology (ICOPA) is the scientific congress of the World Federation of Parasitologists (WFP), not a trade fair. Kenes acts as its congress organiser agency. It serves as the world meeting of the field of parasitology. Editions are four years apart: after the 16th congress in 2026, the next one announced is ICOPA 2030. The 2026 congress was held in Montreal, Canada.
Editions
| Edition | Dates | City | Venue | Participants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16th International Congress of Parasitology (ICOPA 2026) | 16 to 21 August 2026 | Montreal, Canada | Montreal Convention Center |
Questions and answers
Who organizes ICOPA?
ICOPA is organised by the World Federation of Parasitologists (WFP), with Kenes as the congress organiser agency.
How often does ICOPA take place?
The series is held every four years.
When is the next ICOPA?
After the 16th congress in August 2026, ICOPA 2030 is announced as the next congress.
Where was ICOPA 2026 held?
ICOPA 2026 took place from 16 to 21 August 2026 in Montreal, Canada.
What was the website of ICOPA 2026?
The 2026 edition website is icopa2026.org.