International Forum on
Research Excellence
powered by Sigma Xi
A Virtual Event
November 6–7, 2026
Featured Speakers
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Camille Ragin
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Richard Boudreault
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Marissa Wechsler
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Robert Boily
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Ran Tao
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Ben Bahr
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Pania Newell
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Reinhard Chun Wang Chau
2026 Conference Theme:
Weaving perspectives, disciplines,
and generations in science for humanity
“Sharing the Wonder of Science”
Student Research Competition at IFoRE ‘26
Student presentations will take place October 25-31, 2026. Winners will be awarded during IFoRE sessions the following week.
Past Sponsors:
Sigma Xi is The World’s Largest Multidisciplinary Scientific Honor Society.
Our mission is to enhance the health of the research enterprise, foster integrity in science and engineering, and promote the public understanding of science for the purpose of improving the human condition. Sigma Xi chapters can be found at colleges and universities, government laboratories, and industry research centers around the world. The International Forum on Research Excellence (IFoRE), powered by Sigma Xi, is a four day event for both members and non-members to celebrate excellence in research.
