Dear Colleagues,
We are delighted to announce that the 8th International Meeting on Apicomplexa Parasites in Farm Animals will take place in Lodi, Italy, in 16-18 of September 2026. Organised by the parasitologist group of the Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences, University of Milan, this biennial meeting has served as a highly active and influential forum for researchers worldwide working on Apicomplexa since 2012.
As apicomplexan parasites pose a critical challenge to the global livestock sector, we are pleased to invite you to Lodi, where the beauty of the Italian countryside meets a long-standing zootechnical tradition. This region is not only at the heart of Italian livestock production but also one of the most significant zootechnical hubs in Europe.
ApicoWplexa is known for fostering intensive scientific exchanges in a friendly atmosphere and has significantly contributed to the advancement of this dynamic research field. This enriching face-to-face event will once again provide a unique forum for researchers, scientists, students, and partners from academia, industry, and government organizations to explore the fascinating challenges apicomplexan parasites rise in livestock.
ApicoWplexa 2026 will offer an exceptional opportunity for innovation and collaboration, paving the way for future advancements in understanding and managing these parasites in farm animals. We believe that your expertise and passion in this field will greatly enrich the discussions and contribute to the success of this conference. The program will feature cutting-edge research on:
• One-Health approaches to apicomplexan diseases
• Molecular and cellular biology of apicomplexan parasites
• Host-parasite interactions and immunology
• Advances in diagnosis, epidemiology, and drug development
• Strategies for vaccines and control of infections in livestock
We welcome your participation and look forward to Lodi for the 8th ApicoWplexa International Meeting on Apicomplexa Parasites in Farm Animals.
On behalf of the Organizing Committee
Prof. Maria Teresa Manfredi
Full Professor of Parasitology and Parasitic Diseases
Department of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Sciences
Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
E-mail: lodi2026@unimi.it