IOTM2025

IOTM

Oligochaeta consists of two main groups: the predominantly aquatic microdriles and the primarily terrestrial megadriles, commonly known as earthworms. With around 5,000 described species, this diverse group plays a crucial ecological role in their respective environments.

The International Oligochaeta Taxonomy Meeting (IOTM) serves as a platform for experts to exchange knowledge, discuss recent advancements, and identify gaps in the study of these essential yet often overlooked organisms. The meeting fosters collaboration, synergies, and the exchange of ideas across various disciplines.

While the primary focus is on oligochaete taxonomy and phylogeny, the meeting also integrates other aspects of their biology, including ecology, faunistics, phylogeography, and evolutionary biology.

The 10th International Oligochaete Taxonomy Meeting will continue the tradition of previous gatherings and will take place in Osijek, Croatia, from November 3rd to 7th, 2025. The venue will be in Tvrđa, the historic old town of Osijek, known for its well-preserved Baroque architecture and rich cultural heritage.

The event will feature scientific sessions for presenting and discussing research findings, along with a taxonomy workshop led by experts in various oligochaete families. Additionally, a field trip will be organized, offering participants a unique opportunity to explore local ecosystems and sample organisms in the field.

Further details on the venue and itinerary will be provided soon.

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REGISTRATION

Please fill in the registration form below to secure your participation.
If you have any questions or encounter any issues, feel free to contact us at iotm2025@earthworms.eu.

Registration Fees

Registration fee: 300 EUR
Reduced registration fee (students, retired scientists): 250 EUR

Registration fee covers all conference materials, coffee breaks, meals (lunches, dinners) and excursion.

Accommodation is not included.

Two options are available for online participation:

Listening only – access to all online lectures (50 EUR)
Full online participation – submission of an abstract (e-poster only), participation in lectures and round tables (100 EUR)

Oral presentations are reserved for on-site participants and invited lecturers.

Payment Details

Name of the institution: J.J. Strossmayer University of Osijek, Department of Biology

Address:
Ulica Cara Hadrijana 8/a
31000 Osijek
Croatia

Account:
IBAN: HR54 2500 0091 4021 3020 8
SWIFT/BIC: HAABHR22
Bank: Addiko bank d.d., Slavonska avenija 6, Zagreb

Payment description: IOTM2025 - participant name

Important: When making the payment (from your institution), it is mandatory to provide the following information: name of the payer (full name), address, and VAT number.

Before making the payment, check with your bank if the field Details of charges is marked as OUR. We will not accept the transaction if it is marked as SHA or BEN.

(Per Article 53 of Directive 2006/112/EC, the registration fee is subject to VAT applicable in the country where the event is held. This applies to in-person participation, even for taxable persons. In Croatia, a 25% VAT charge is added to registration fees where applicable)

Oral Presentation Guidelines – IOTM 2025

Duration: Each oral presentation is allocated 20 minutes in total — 15 minutes for presentation and 5 minutes for questions and discussion.
File format: Presentations should be prepared in .pptx (PowerPoint) or .pdf format.
Screen format: Please use the 16:9 aspect ratio.
File transfer: Bring your presentation on a USB flash drive or ensure it is accessible via cloud storage (e.g. Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox).
Before your session:
- Arrive at least 10 minutes before your session begins.
- Check in with the session chair or technical staff to upload and test your presentation.
- Verify that any embedded media (videos, audio files) work properly.

To ensure a smooth transition between speakers and to keep the schedule on time, please have your presentation ready before the start of your session.