AFS FISH HEALTH SECTION

ISAAH

10th International Symposium on Aquatic Animal Health (ISAAH)
“The Science and Practice of Fish Health and Welfare—From Physiology to the Farm”
Radisson Blu Hotel—Bodø, Norway
September 21-25, 2026

Join us for the 10th International Symposium on Aquatic Animal Health (ISAAH), the premier global forum for advancing the science and practice of aquatic animal health. The symposium brings together experts from academia, government, and industry to share new discoveries, innovative technologies, and practical solutions that promote the health and sustainability of aquatic animal populations.

The program will feature plenary sessions, symposia, technical presentations, workshops, and networking events designed to foster collaboration and inspire new approaches to fish health and welfare.

IMPORTANT DATES

Special Session/Continuing Education/Workshops Proposal Submission Deadline: 9 February 2026

Abstract Submission Deadline: 8 June 2026

Early Registration Deadline: 23 June 2026

Hotel Reservation Deadline: 3 July 2026

Conference Dates: 21-25 September, 2026

SCHEDULE

Schedule at a glance – UPDATED

HIGHLIGHTS

Scientific Program: Cutting-edge sessions on aquatic animal welfare, disease management, nutrition, therapeutics, and biosecurity.
Keynote Speakers: International experts offering insight into emerging issues and future directions.
Special Session and Workshops: Thematic sessions on welfare assessment, environmental stressors, and sustainable production.
Poster and Student Sessions: Opportunities for early-career scientists to showcase their work and connect with mentors.
Exhibition Space: Industry partners showcasing products, services, and innovations in aquatic animal health.
Tours and Continuing Education: Sharpen your skills and learn about the Norwegian aquaculture industry
Networking Events: Welcome reception, poster socials, and the conference banquet.

Attention all students!
Activities will take place throughout the week, please keep a look out for more details as the conference approaches.

WORKSHOPS

The organizers of ISAAH are very pleased to offer two workshops as part of the event. Details for the workshops are below. You can include or add workshops when you register for ISAAH.  Join us and let the learning begin! 

Fundamentals of Nutrition: Better Feeds for Healthier Fish
September 21, 8 AM to 12 PM, Radisson Blu
Instructor: Dr. Jesse Trushenski
Cost:  $50/500 NOK
Fundamentals of Nutrition will offer fish health professionals a working knowledge of fish nutrition and guidance for achieving better outcomes in the field. The workshop will cover core nutritional principles, common nutritional diseases, interactions between nutrition and infectious diseases, and practical strategies for improving fish health and performance.
For details, click here. 

Fish Pathology Workshop
September 21, 8 AM to 5 PM,  The Noatun Laboratory, Nord University
Instructors:  Drs. David Groman, Jeff Wolf, and Ginevra Brocca
Cost:  $150/1500 NOK
The workshop is designed for entry and midlevel fish health researchers and workers, as well as students.  Demonstrations on diagnostic necropsy protocol with reference to diagnostic lab submissions with be the focus in the morning, using Atlantic salmon and Wolffish specimens.  The afternoon session will include sessions on Zebrafish histo-anatomy and physiology as well as case studies of unusual Atlantic salmon and Wolffish pathologies.
For details, click here.

REGISTRATION

Online registration opens 15 December 2025—click here to register!
Early registration is encouraged—discounts apply through [early-bird deadline].

EarlyRegular
Full Registration4,000 NOK
(US$400)		4,500 NOK
(US$450)
Student Registration3,000 NOK
(US$300)		3,000 NOK
(US$300)
One-Day Registration2,000 NOK
(US$200)		2,250 NOK
(US$225)
Accompanying Guest3,500 NOK
(US$350)		3,500 NOK
(US$350)

Full and student registration includes:
Access to all sessions, exhibit hall, conference materials, coffee breaks, meals, receptions, and the conference banquet.
Guest registration includes:
Access to meals, receptions, and the conference banquet only.
Tickets for the conference banquet only may be purchased separately during registration.

Remote Option
Excited about the science being shared at ISAAH, but unable to travel?  Register using our remote access option!  For $150, you can access recorded presentation and interact with presenters and other attendees via the conference app. To register for remote access, visit the registration site and select “Remote Access” from the registration options. Please note that remote access allows attendees to view recorded presentations asynchronously–no presentations will be live streamed. Remote access is for viewing content only–no remote delivery of presentations is allowed.   

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

Submission Guidelines

  • Abstracts must be submitted electronically via the ISAAH abstract submission portal
  • The Abstract submission deadline is 8 June 2026

  • Abstracts should be no more than 300 words, written in English, and include a clear statement of objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
  • Please indicate your preference for oral or poster presentation.
  • The presenting author must be registered for ISAAH.

For more information about ISAAH-10 program development, visit https://newunits.fisheries.org/isaah/ or contact Esteban Soto Martinez (sotomartinez@ucdavis.edu; subject line “ISAAH-10 Program”)

HOTEL AND TRAVEL

The conference will be held at the Radisson Blue Hotel, located in the heart of Bodø, Norway, within walking distance of restaurants, attractions, and transportation.
Bodø is a vibrant cultural hub in the Arctic, a gateway to the north and all that it has to offer. Deeply connected to its marine environs and a European Capital of Culture, Bodø is at the crossroads of nature and metropolitan life. Whether it’s fishing, hiking, Arctic cuisine, indigenous culture, midnight sun or the northern lights, there is something to inspire everyone in Bodø. Bodø is also home to the Salmon Center, an interactive display center where you can learn about the Norwegian aquaculture industry and its importance to the local community.

Conference Rate: 1,290/1,490 NOK (US$129-149) per night (single/double occupancy), includes breakfast
Booking Deadline: 3 July 2026 but attendees are encouraged to make their reservations early, as September is a busy month for tourism and business in Bodø! If necessary, reservations can be cancelled up to 7 days prior to arrival, so be sure to reserve your accommodations now!

To reserve your room:
Make your reservation at the discounted rate directly using the Radisson Hotels ISAAH-10 registration page.
Or call +47 7551 9000 and mention “International Symposium on Aquatic Animal Health (ISAAH)” to receive the discounted rate.

Getting There:
Nearest Airport Bodo Airport (BOO)—1.7 km/1 mile from venue
Public Transportation 
Taxi Service

Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Gain visibility and connect with aquatic health professionals by becoming a conference sponsor or exhibitor.

THINGS TO DO

POLAR Tours is making several of its sight-seeing tours available at special rates for ISAAH attendees.  The pricing mentioned below is for tours on Friday, September 25, 2026.  Tours may also be available on other dates, but pricing may vary.  To reserve any of the tours mentioned below, contact POLAR Tours directly via their website or by phone at +47 755 63 000 and mention “Nord University/ISAAH” to receive the special rates.  Note that some tours are subject to a minimum/maximum number of participants, so make your reservations today!  

SALSTRAUMEN
Bus with Audi guide and video. Tour of Bodø before departure to Saltstraumen
Tour of Saltbrygga, we get a tour of how the salt is produced
Guided hike up to Saltstraumen Resort
Lunch at Saltstraumen Resort
Bus with Audioguide back to Bodø city center
Time required 4-5 h
Price per person 1220 NOK, including lunch

INNDYR
Bus from Bodø along Rv 17, via Salsttraumen behind Sandhornøy 1h:25m
High-speed, open-water RIB (Rigid Inflatable Boat) ride from Bodø to Inndyr (approx. 1h:20 m) including small stops with storytelling on the way,
RIB runs via Langsanden, the Blix statue Våg, Arnøyene, Gildeskål church site – Inndyr.
Participants take a boat one way and a bus the other way.
Price per person 2470 NOK

KJERRINGØY GAMLE HANDELSTED (OLD TRADING POST)
Bus from Bodø to Kjerringøy
Ferry Festvåg Misten
Guided tour of Kjerringøy old trading post
Lunch “Queen’s Fish Soup”, coffee Cake
Time required 5-6 h
Price per person 1060 NOK, including lunch

SVARTISEN
Bus from Bodø down Rv 17
Leg stretches at the Fearless Statue
Boat from Holand to Brestua
Storytelling and fish soup for lunch
Boat transfer back to the bus
Bus about 2.5 hours Back to Bodø
Time required 8-8.5 hours
Price per person 1405 NOK, including lunch

SAMI ADVENTURE
Bus to and from Alberthaugen
We visit the Sami camp, storytelling and coffee
Price per person 1495 NOK

Contact:
Jesse Trushenski, Fish Health Section President
Email: jesse.trushenski@nordly.no (subject line: “ISAAH-10”) Phone: +1 618-559-9397 (voice/text/WhatsApp)

Previous ISAAH

Every four years, the Fish Health Section of the American Fisheries Society (FHS) expands its annual meeting by inviting international participation in the form of The International Symposium on Aquatic Animal Health (ISAAH).

The symposium is broad in scientific scope, geographic range, and impact to the aquatic animal health community worldwide. Previous meetings have drawn aquatic animal health professional from across the globe. The inaugural ISAAH took place in 1988 on the west coast of North America in Vancouver, Canada. Subsequent meetings have all taken place in the US until the meeting in 2018 which was held on the east coast of Canada in Prince Edward Island.