Key Dates and Registration

Key Dates
Abstract submissions open Dec 1, 2024
Early bird registration opens Feb 1, 2025
Abstract submissions close Apr 28, 2025
Notice of acceptance May 10, 2025
Early bird registration close May 15, 2025
Late registration close Jul 21, 2025
Start of conference Jul 21, 2025
Last day of conference Jul 26, 2025
Registration Costs
Register with early bird pricing using the Early Bird Registration form:
https://form.jotform.com/243616804278159
Early Bird (Jan 1 - May 15, 2025) | Late Registration (May 16 - July 21, 2025) | ||
Student | $250 | $350 | |
Early Career (1-10 yrs from terminal degree) | $300 | $400 | |
Regular | $350 | $450 |
For Student and Early Career Attendees
We will be offering scholarships for students and early career attendees based on need. All recipients of scholarships will be required to provide with session support during the conference. Funds for scholarships are limited. If you are interested in donating to support travel scholarships, please indicate so on your registration form.
The number of scholarships will be limited. Applications will open April 1, 2025.
To apply, fill out the application (https://form.jotform.com/250866086409162) with descriptions (max 200 words each) of your financial need, other sources of funding, how attendance of the 2025 NAEC will enhance your professional development, and a projected travel budget.
From top left, moving clockwise: Daisy brittle star, armoured sea cucumber, rose star, and red urchin. Image credits: Reyn Yoshioka