When is the Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025 taking place?

The Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025 will take place on Tuesday 18th November 2025 and Wednesday 19th November 2025.

Where is the event taking place?

The Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025 will take place at the BMA House, 1 Tavistock Square, London WC1H 9JP.

What are the event timings?

The event timings are still being finalised and will be released at a later date. Please stay tuned for updates and check our website regularly for the latest information: https://www.meningitis.org/mrf-conference-2025

Will there be the option to attend the Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025 online?

This year's event will be fully in-person. Attending in person will provide valuable and exciting networking opportunities and the chance to engage directly with expert speakers. Additionally, a drinks reception will be held on the evening of Day 1 at BMA House.

To support in person attendance, we are pleased to offer our largest early bird discount to date, with a 20% discount available until September 5th 2025. In addition, discounted rates are offered to trainees (below the grade of specialty registrar), nurses, post-doctoral researchers, and individuals residing for more than 60% of the year in countries classified as low-income or lower-middle-income economies. Furthermore, we will be launching a bursary scheme to support the attendance of applicants who are nationals of and reside for at least 60% of the year in a low-income or lower-middle-income country, as classified by the World Bank. The bursary scheme offers a limited number of places and will be awarded through a competitive selection process.

Will refreshments and lunch be provided?

Yes. The in-person conference fees include refreshments including morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea on both days.

Is the Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025 free to attend?

No. There is an attendance fee to join our conference and you must pre-register to attend.

We have carefully reviewed our pricing structure for 2025 to make attendance more accessible. As a result, we are now offering our largest-ever early bird discount, with 20% off available until September 5th 2025. Additionally, we have introduced our most substantial discount for early-career researchers and those from LMIC settings since 2017. To further support participation, a bursary scheme will soon be launched.

Stay tuned for updates and book your place here.

Who should attend?

We welcome delegates from across the globe who work in the field of meningitis, whether they are researchers or healthcare professionals working in infectious diseases and public health. We also welcome representation from academics, patient group/civil society organisation representatives and pharmaceutical industry representatives. The content is intended for professionals and is not designed for a general audience.

Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with experts through presentations, thought-provoking panel discussions, and a poster session showcasing innovative research. The conference also offers excellent opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and collaborate with peers, ensuring a valuable experience for all those working to defeat meningitis.

Where can I view the agenda?

A detailed programme for the event is currently under development. Please stay tuned for updates and check our website regularly for the latest information: https://www.meningitis.org/mrf-conference-2025

How can I register for the Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025?

Please click here to register for the event. For any information regarding our payment terms visit our T&C's.

Do I need to register for particular sessions as part of the registration process?

No, your ticket will provide you access to all the content on your chosen day(s).

Can I register onsite?

No, you will need to pre-register. Please use the link above to secure your place at the event.

Will there be any social networking events?

A drinks reception is planned for all delegates on the evening of Day 1. Alcohol free options will also be available. Please stay tuned for updates.

What is the deadline to book for the conference?

The early booking discount ends on the 5th September 2025. After this in-person conference tickets can be continued to be purchased until Monday 17th November 2025.

How can I get to BMA House?

Transport for London has a useful journey planner at https://tfl.gov.uk/plan-a-journey/

Is BMA House accessible?

The venue provides accessible spaces for all guests. All areas at BMA House where the conference will take place—the Great Hall, Lutyens Suite, and Courtyard Suite—are fully accessible. To view the BMA House accessibility guide, follow this link.

Will there be photography or video recording at the event?

Photography/videography will be used for the duration of the conference; the images resulting from the photography/video filming of the event, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for fundraising, may be used for publicity or other purposes to help achieve the Foundations aims. Delegates who do not wish their images to be included in this material should contact the organisers by email at mrfconference2025@outsourcedevents.org prior to the event.

Will there be a conference app?

Yes. Details will be shared with registered delegates closer to the time.

Arriving at BMA House

Delegates are expected to make their own travel arrangements to BMA House. Further information on travel, access, security and timings will be released at a later date.

Nearest underground stations:

• Euston (5 min walk)
• St Pancras International (10 min walk)
• Eurostar (10 min walk)

Parking:

Please visit the NCP website lists for a range of parking spaces that are all in walking distance from the BMA House - Find a car park.

How can I book my accommodation?

Delegates are expected to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. Below is a list of nearby hotels and lower cost accommodation options.

• Hilton London Euston (100 meters)
• Ambassadors Bloomsbury Hotel (160 meters)
• Euro Hotel London (200 meters)
• Mentone Hotel (200 meters)
• Pullman London St Pancras (320 meters)
• Premier Inn London St Pancras (300 meters)
• Royal National Hotel (400 meters)

Please note that no liability will be accepted for any bookings made using this resource. The above list is just suggestions for what may be available.

How can I provide feedback for the Meningitis Research Foundation Conference 2025?

Your feedback is of great value to us to ensure our events are bringing you valuable and relevant content. You will find a conference evaluation form on the virtual platform post-event. We will send you a reminder to complete this.