See You In Chicago!
The 2027 Annual Meeting & Expo heads to Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Call for Papers: Opens September 2026
Registration: Opens January 2027
Networking & Social Events
Attendee FAQ
Meeting at a Glance
From technical sessions to receptions, see key dates and times for this year's annual meeting.
Technical Program
Discover the latest science and technology with a program featuring 500+ oral and poster presentations.
Call for Papers
Submit your research abstract to be part of the annual meeting technical program.
Featured Sessions
Explore critical developments impacting edible oils and fats, surfactants, plant proteins, and related industries.
Student
Competitions
Move your research forward and launch your career by participating in an AOCS student competition.
Committee
Meetings
Get involved with AOCS by joining one of our open committee meetings in New Orleans.
Edible Oils Refining
The AOCS refining short course is a two-day deep dive into modern edible oil refining. This in-person course builds a strong technical foundation by showing how key unit operations influence product quality, efficiency, and performance in both edible oils and biofuels.