Thu, Sep 18 -Sat, Sep 20, 2025

Save the Date: 2025 ANFA Conference is Coming this September!

We are excited to share that the seventh biennial ANFA Conference will take place September 18–20, 2025, in La Jolla, California — with events hosted at both the University of California, San Diego and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. Neuroscience for Architecture: Research in Motion reflects ANFA’s commitment to advancing a dynamic, interdisciplinary field that is constantly evolving in response to urgent global challenges. This year’s conference will spotlight timely themes—Climate Change and Sustainable Design, Inclusive Design and Neurodivergence, Health and Well-being, Technology, and Education—through keynote dialogues between leading architects and neuroscientists. These conversations, followed by expert panels, are designed to spark provocative insights, inspire new research directions, and shape the future of design practice.
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What to Expect

Day 1: Thursday, September 18
Designing for Every Brain

(Focus: Neurodiversity, Inclusion, and the Future of Learning Environments)

Day 2: Friday, September 19
Designing for Human Flourishing

(Focus; Brain Health, Well-being, Collaborative Innovation)

Day 3: Saturday, September 20
Designing for a Changing World

(Focus: Climate, Cognition, Future of Cities)

Over three full dynamic days, the 2025 ANFA Conference will bring together architects, neuroscientists, and thought leaders to explore how the built environment can respond to the most pressing challenges of our time. From climate-responsive environments to inclusive design and the future of learning spaces, this year’s program reflects the depth and diversity of our growing field. Each day offers a rich blend of dialogue, discovery, and inspiration. Engaging poster sessions and research talks will spotlight emerging ideas and innovative projects. Whether you are seeking bold ideas, practical tools, or meaningful connections, this gathering is designed to ignite new thinking and launch transformative action.

Location

Joining In-Person

Conference Hall

Mosaic Building Auditorium #113, UCSD, La Jolla
9605 Scholars Dr N, La Jolla, CA 92093

Note: Entrance is located in the courtyard. Mosaic can be found within 6th College, directly below the Craft Center, and next to The Jeannie Hall. Find More Information Here

Dinner

Salk Institute for Biological Studies (Red Brick Courtyard)
10010 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037

Joining Remotely

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In-Person Registration Online Registration
  • Access keynote dialogues between architects & neuroscientists to define future directions in climate change, neurodiversity, health, tech and education.
  • Engage with cutting-edge research and practical insights from expert panels.
  • Opportunities to shape the field by connecting with peers, funders, and thought leaders.
  • Wellness and networking coffee breaks each day.
  • Discover emerging ideas and innovations from students, researchers, and practitioners in poster sessions and paper presentations.
  • Access to the online version of the conference including embargoed conference content.
  • Post-conference access to all conference videos.
  • Digital version of conference proceedings with abstracts and author’s information available prior to the conference.
  • Access to all presentations + posters dualcast and webcast.
  • Realtime captioning and translation of zoom into multiple languages.
  • Continuously open breakout rooms for networking and personal discussions.
  • Participate in facilitated breakout sessions to share ideas and thoughts on conference themes.
  • Post-conference access to all conference video’s – these will be posted within 60 mins of each presentation to alleviate time zone issues.
  • Digital version of conference proceedings with abstracts and author’s information available prior to the conference.

In-PersonEarly Bird Ends Aug 15

Membership Early Bird Price Regular Price Savings
Member$500$600You save $100
Non-Member$700$800You save $100
Student Member$100$150You save $50
Student$200$250You save $50
LDC Member$225$325You save $100
LDC Non-Member$325$425You save $100
LDC Student Member$50$75You save $25
LDC Student$100$125You save $25

Online AccessEarly Bird Ends Aug 15

Membership Early Bird Price Regular Price Savings
Member$125$225You save $100
Non-Member$265$400You save $135
Student Member$50$75You save $25
Student$100$175You save $75
LDC Member$55$105You save $50
LDC Non-Member$135$185You save $50
LDC Student Member$25$50You save $25
LDC Student$75$100You save $25

Note:

  • LDC = Low and Middle Income Countries. Reduced rates are available to residents of countries ANFA classifies as LDC. Residents of developed/high-income countries are not eligible. Eligibility is determined automatically at registration and may be verified.
  • Student discounts require verification via uploading a valid student ID or enrollment confirmation document. Please submit your student verification form here.

Reception and Dinner

  • Optional

Friday, September 19, 2025
The Salk Institute

Early Bird $150 (Reg. $200)

Join us for a special evening at the Salk Institute—an iconic setting where architecture and neuroscience converge—featuring a courtyard reception and dinner that promises inspiration, connection, and intellectual delight.

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