Hybrid Event (In-Person and Virtual Attendance Available)

The 9th World Conference on Research Integrity (WCRI 2026) brings together global leaders, researchers, institutions, funders, publishers, and policy makers to advance responsible research practices and strengthen research integrity worldwide.

Open to all disciplines, professional roles, and career stages, WCRI 2026 offers an interactive international forum that combines research findings, policy development, and reflective dialogue. Previous WCRI meetings have produced influential global policy statements, including the Singapore Statement, the Hong Kong Principles, and the Cape Town Statement.

2026 Conference Themes

Artificial Intelligence and Research Integrity

Exploring the risks and benefits of AI in research, including its potential to enhance research quality and detect misconduct, alongside concerns related to bias, fraud, and ethical misuse.

Research Security

Examining the balance between protecting sensitive or proprietary information and maintaining openness and transparency in scientific research.

Indigenous Knowledge Systems

Engaging with Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing, and exploring how these perspectives shape our understanding of research integrity.

What to Expect

• International keynote speakers and policy leaders

• Workshops and meet-the-expert sessions

• Doctoral forum and early career programming

• Diverse global participation

• Networking opportunities across disciplines

The conference places strong emphasis on diversity across geography, discipline, ethnicity, gender, and career stage.