Registration & Abstract Submission Open
Auditory Science Meeting 2026
Previously called the 'Basic Auditory Science (BAS) Meeting' and the 'BSA Short Papers Meeting', the
Auditory Science Meeting is an annual conference where hearing scientists from around the UK (and beyond)
connect or reunite, and present their latest research.
The next meeting will be held in Manchester on Tuesday 8th – Wednesday 9th September.
This page will be updated as details are confirmed.
Registration is limited to 110 delegates with places filled in order of registration.
Registration fees:
- Standard rate: £140
- Student rate: £80
Please use the same email address for registration and payment.
Abstract submission is only available after registration.
Registration includes the conference dinner on 8 September 2026 only.
No other food is included.
Sponsors
Auditory Science Meeting 2026 is sponsored by Sonova and WS Audiology.
Key dates
Save the date
From
Tuesday 8th September 2026, 9:30 am (GMT)
To
Wednesday 9th September 2026, 4:30 pm (GMT)
Location
Core Technology Facility
46 Grafton Street, Manchester M13 9WU
Registration deadline
Monday 15th June 2026, 11:59 pm (GMT)
Abstract submission deadline
Monday 15th June 2026, 11:59 pm (GMT)
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About the meeting
Event details
The Auditory Science Meeting (ASM) is an annual conference where hearing scientists from around the
UK (and beyond) connect or reunite, and present their latest research. The meeting has existed in
one form or another since 1977 and has previously been called the 'Basic Auditory Science (BAS)
Meeting' and the 'BSA Short Papers Meeting'.
ASM2026 will take place in Manchester, and will be hosted jointly by Manchester Centre
for Audiology and Deafness at The University of Manchester, and the University of Salford.
ASM2026 will include a variety of talks spanning basic to translational hearing research.
Ample time will be scheduled for viewing posters and networking. Delegates may submit abstracts for
either an oral presentation or a poster.
People
Organising committee
Chris Plack
The University of Manchester (UoM)
Rebecca Vos
University of Salford
Karolina Kluk-de Kort
UoM
Jennifer Firth
Nottingham University
Get in touch
Contact us
Email:
ASM2026@manchester.ac.uk
Please note, the email inbox is not checked daily. We aim to respond to queries
within five working days.
Programme
Outline and detailed programme
TBC
Programme in detail (provisional)
Venue
Location
Interactive map
Visitor information
Food and accommodation
A list of nearby cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, indoor places to eat takeaway or packed lunches, and
hotels is provided below to help delegates plan their visit.
Distances, star ratings, prices, and availability are approximate and should be checked directly before
visiting or booking.
These suggestions are provided for convenience only and do not represent formal recommendations or
endorsements.
Restaurants and cafés near the venue
| Name |
Type |
Approx. distance |
Link |
| Turing Tap |
British pub |
0.2 miles |
Map |
Website
|
| Red Chilli |
Beijing and Sichuan food |
0.2 miles |
Map |
Website
|
| Kro Bar |
Bar and restaurant with a Danish flavour |
0.3 miles |
Map |
Website
|
| Christie’s Café |
British cuisine |
0.4 miles |
Map |
Website
|
| Manchester Museum Café |
Locally sourced food and drinks |
0.5 miles |
Map |
Website
|
| Tai Wu |
Cantonese, Sichuan and Dim Sum |
0.5 miles |
Map |
Website
|
Nearby supermarkets
| Name |
Approx. distance |
Link |
| Morrisons |
0.2 miles |
Map |
| Sainsbury’s Local |
0.2 miles |
Map |
Indoor places to eat takeaway or packed lunches
| Name |
Approx. distance |
Link |
| Students’ Union |
0.3 miles |
Map |
| Ellen Wilkinson Building, ground floor common room |
0.3 miles |
Map |
Hotels near the venue
| Name |
Approx. distance |
Rating |
Price |
Link |
| Travelodge Manchester Upper Brook Street |
0.2 miles |
3-star |
From approx. £40/night |
Map |
Website
|
| Hyatt Regency Manchester |
0.7 miles |
4-star |
From approx. £137/night;
University rate available
|
Map |
Website
|
| Premier Inn Manchester City Centre Princess Street |
0.7 miles |
3-star |
From approx. £70/night |
Map
|
Website
|
| Hotel ibis Manchester Centre Princess Street |
0.9 miles |
2-star |
From approx. £34/night |
Map |
Website
|
| Holiday Inn Express Manchester Oxford Road |
1 mile |
3-star |
From approx. £62/night |
Map |
Website
|
| Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre |
1 mile |
4-star |
From approx. £85/night |
Map |
Website
|
| Kimpton Clocktower Hotel |
1 mile |
4-star |
From approx. £110/night |
Map |
Website
|
