It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the World Palm Symposium,
to be held from 13–17 July 2026 at the National University of Singapore.

This symposium hopes to bring together an international community of researchers, conservation practitioners and horticulturists to share the latest advances in palm biology and research. From systematics and species discoveries to landscape management and the conservation of threatened taxa, the World Palm Symposium will showcase the breadth of work being carried out across the globe on one of the world’s most iconic and ecologically significant plant families.

We look forward to fostering new collaborations, engaging with emerging research, and celebrating the diversity and importance of palms in natural and managed ecosystems. With Singapore’s rich botanical heritage and commitment to urban greening and biodiversity, the setting offers an inspiring backdrop for both scientific exchange and field exploration.

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To ensure that PALMS 2026 is accessible to delegates from a wide variety of backgrounds and regions. Registration fees follow a tiered pricing structure that considers both the economic context of the attendee’s country of affiliation (country income level) and career stage (student or professional). All fees are quoted in Singapore dollars (SGD). Country income-level classifications are based on the World Bank. If you are unsure what rates you qualify for, please feel free to get in touch at ceu@nus.edu.sg.

Registration includes:

• Access to the full conference
• Tea, coffee, snacks, and lunch (see Programme)
• Certificate of attendance
• Not included: Student Hostel, and Conference Dinner

Cancellation policy

• Cancellation of registration must be done in writing and submitted to the PALMS 2026 Organising Committee by email: palms2026@nus.edu.sg
• All refunds will be made in SGD only.
• No refunds will be issued for no-shows.
• There is no refunds on student hostel accommodation.
• No refunds will be issued after registration closes. 
• All refunds will be processed only after conference is over.

Privacy and data protection policy

Your personal information will be handled according to NUS data protection policy, which in turn complies with Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act 2012. For more information, please do get in touch (ceu@nus.edu.sg).