Join us for a two-week course at UQ’s Moreton Bay Research Station offering students a unique opportunity to work with prominent Australian parasitologists and learn state-of-the-art research techniques.
The next Concepts in Parasitology (CiP) course will take place between Tuesday 24th November and Sunday 6th December 2026. To apply complete the course application form online. The deadline for applications to attend the course is 15 June 2026.
The ASP Concepts in Parasitology course offers early career researchers and students a unique opportunity to learn cell-biology, immunological, imaging, biochemical, bioinformatic and genetic techniques for parasitology research. The objective of the course is to provide a comparative overview of the most important topics in parasitology, equipping early career researchers with the conceptual framework, technological know-how and skills to meet the challenges of the future. Building on the strength of the Australian parasitological community, world-experts across a wide range of disciplines shared their knowledge and insights with sixteen participants.
Cost to attend the CiP2026 Course is AUD $1,950 plus GST for members of the Australian Society for Parasitology, which includes tuition, accommodation and meals. Participants must organise and cover the cost of their travel to and from the Moreton Bay Research station. The research station is about 60-90 minutes travel from Brisbane airport: https://www.uq.edu.au/moreton-bay-research-station/plan-your-visit/travel-and-island-information. Applicants must be ASP members at the time of application deadline to qualify for the discount. Full Course fee: AUD $2,950 plus GST.
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