Registration for ICUIL 2026 is now open
Registration for ICUIL is being handled through an STFC operated event platform:
Register for ICUIL 2026 at this link: https://cvent.me/WaBRbo
Please note that the registration page accepts credit card payments only.
If youare experiencing any difficulties in processing your payment, please contact us at ICUIL2026@stfc.ac.uk.
There is no option to pay in cash or on arrival.
Conference registration fees
The registration fee will include lunch and dinner from Monday until Friday lunch inclusive, the welcome wine reception (no dinner), conference access on all days, the excursion to historic castles and/or traditional distilleries, and the Gala dinner.
Early bird rates will be available for registrations made on or before 16 August:
- Early bird student rate: £750
- Early bird standard registration: £850
Standard rates will apply for registrations made after 16 August:
- Student registration: £900
- Standard registration: £1000
If you think that you will be unable to take advantage of the early bird rates for registration because of the time needed to obtain approval to attend, make travel arrangements or acquire a visa, please contact us at ICUIL2026@stfc.ac.uk to discuss arrangements.
Student sponsorship
We will be sponsoring a limited number of places for PhD students or early career professionals (within two years of PhD award) to attend ICUIL 2026 (excluding travel and accommodation costs). If you are interested in applying, please send a CV and a short statement (fewer than 300 words) explaining why and how you (and your organisation) would benefit from attending ICUIL 2026 to ICUIL2026@stfc.ac.uk.
Accommodation
Accommodation in the Fairmont St Andrews hotel can also be booked alongside conference registration for Early bird delegates only.
The discounted fee is £180/night including breakfast if booked before 8 September (subject to availability - rooms may not be available if booked after 16 August). Please remember to mention that you are attending ICUIL 2026 if you book directly with the hotel to obtain this discount.
Bringing an accompanying person
Delegates may bring an accompanying person. Please note they will not have access to conference sessions.
Additional charges will apply:
- £20/night for double occupancy – includes breakfast only
- £310 for tours (Wednesday) and the Gala dinner (Thursday)
- £240 to join three-course evening meals from Monday to Wednesday (Lunch not included for guests)
You will be able to select the options you require through the registration system. If you have any queries, please contact ICUIL2026@stfc.ac.uk.