1st International Symposium on Hypoxia, Exercise and Health
Granada, 27th November 2026
#HYPOXYM 2026
HYPOXYM 2026 – 1st International Symposium on Hypoxia, Exercise and Health aims to become an international reference forum for the exchange of scientific knowledge and the promotion of new research initiatives on exposure to hypoxia, ranging from terrestrial altitude and simulated hypoxia to other hypoxia-inducing strategies, and their applications to exercise, health, and human performance. The symposium will promote science communication and the exchange of experiences among researchers, professionals, students, and other stakeholders, fostering the application of scientific knowledge to professional practice.
The event will bring together researchers, healthcare and sport science professionals, technologists, and industry representatives to discuss the latest advances in hypoxia physiology, molecular biology, exercise adaptation, hypoxia technologies, and clinical applications, promoting a multidisciplinary and integrative approach and creating a meeting point between research, technological innovation, and professional practice.
The scientific programme will address both the fundamental mechanisms regulating the response and adaptation to hypoxia and their applications to sports performance, healthy ageing, chronic diseases, musculoskeletal health, women's health, rehabilitation, and other populations with specific needs. In addition, it will promote discussion on methodological standardisation, the safe application of hypoxia, the quality of hypoxia exposure systems, and the transfer of scientific evidence into professional practice.
The venue will strengthen national and international collaborations among research groups, foster cooperation among academia, the clinical sector, and industry, and promote the development of collaborative projects that advance knowledge and implement innovative solutions in the fields of exercise, health, and sport.
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
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Belén Feriche Fdz-Castanys University of Granada, Spain
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Joan Ramón Torrella Guio University of Barcelona, Spain
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Rafael Timón University of Extremadura, Spain
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Miriam Guerra University Ramón Llull, Spain
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Pilar Martín Escudero Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
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Sergio Pérez Regalado University of Granada, Spain
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Pablo Romero University of Granada, Spain
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Cristina Benavente University of Granada, Spain
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Agustín de la Paz University of Granada, Spain
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Miguel Escudero University of Granada, Spain
POSTER AWARD EVALUATION TEAM
Coordination
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Miriam Guerra University Ramón Llull, Spain
Participants
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Filipa Almeida University of Granada, Spain
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Alexandre Guimard Universidad de Orleans, France
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Iker García University of Barcelona / Abad Oliva, Spain
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José Magalhães University of Porto, Portugal
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David Ramiro Cortijo Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
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Garoa Santocildes University of Barcelona, Spain
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
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Rafael Timón Andrada University of Extremadura, Spain
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Guillermo Olcina Camacho University of Extremadura, Spain
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Belén Feriche Fdz-Castanys University of Granada, Spain
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Paulino Padial Puche University of Granada, Spain
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Filipa Almeida University of Granada, Spain
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Juan Bonitch Góngora University of Granada, Spain
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Joan Ramon Torrella Guio University of Barcelona, Spain
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Casimiro Francisco Javierre Garcés University of Barcelona, Spain
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Garoa Santocildes Martinez University of Barcelona, Spain
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Jacob G. Smith University of Barcelona, Spain
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Teresa Carbonell i Camós University of Barcelona, Spain
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Norma Violeta Alva Bocanegra University of Barcelona, Spain
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Sara Ramos Romero University of Barcelona, Spain
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Myriam Guerra Balic University Ramon Llull, Spain
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Silvia Magdalena Arribas Rodriguez Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
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María Ángeles Martín Cabrejas Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
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Yolanda Aguilera Gutiérrez Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain
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Antonio Casado Díaz Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Córdoba (IMIBIC), University of Córdoba, Spain
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Iker García Alday University of Barcelona / Abad Oliva, Spain
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Domingo Jesús Ramos Campo Polytechnic University of Madrid, Spain
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Pilar Martin Escudero Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
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Ana Maria Cabanas Plana University of Tarapacá, Chile
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Morin Lang Tapia University of Chile, Chile
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Alexandre Guimard University of Orléans, France
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José Magalhães University of Porto, Portugal
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM
FRIDAY, 27 NOVEMBER 2026
CONFIRMED KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
CONFIRMED PANELISTS
University of Lausanne
CHAIRS
POSTER AWARD EVALUATION TEAM
WORKSHOP
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Abstract submission is now open, the organizing committee invites authors to submit abstracts for on-site poster presentation within any of the topic listed below
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High Altitude physiology and acclimatization
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Hypoxic training: strategies for success
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Health, Nutrition and Hypoxic Exposure
Submission Guidelines:
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The deadline for submitting abstracts is October 11th. Authors will be notified of their acceptance for presentation at the Symposium by October 16th.
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All submitted and accepted abstracts will be considered for poster presentation.
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Abstract submissions must be written in English; however, the poster presentation may be conducted in either English or Spanish.
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Simultaneous translation will be available through Palabra.ai. To use the service, attendees will need to scan the QR code provided at the venue using their mobile phone and bring their own headphones
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Abstracts must not exceed 300 words (including references).
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Submissions must include the following sections: OBJECTIVES, METHODS, RESULTS, and CONCLUSIONS, followed by a REFERENCES section containing 3 to 5 supporting references.
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All accepted abstracts will be published in the official Symposium Proceedings.
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To submit an abstract, at least one of the authors (the presenting author) must be registered for the Symposium.
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A maximum of one abstract may be submitted per first author.
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An award will be granted to the best poster presentation.
Posters
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Posters must be written in English and printed in vertical format using following measures: A1 portrait format (60cm x 84cm).
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Posters should be placed in their correspondent panels at registration time and should remain there until the closing ceremony of the Symposium.
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We will communicate the corresponding panels by email to all corresponding authors a few days before the Congress.
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Poster presentations will have a total time of 3 minutes (2 minutes for the oral presentation and 1 minute for Q&A). These presentations will be evaluated by the scientific committee based on the quality of the exposition, poster design, originality of the research, quality of the study, and the strength of the conclusions.
Key Dates
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Abstract submission opening: July 31st, 2026
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Abstract submission deadline: October 11th, 2026
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Communication to authors: October 16th, 2026
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Early bird registration deadline: October 30th, 2026
If you have any questions or encounter any issues when submitting your paper, please contact the organizers by email at hypoxym@webcongreso.com
REGISTRATION
How do I register?
To complete your registration, please fill out the required fields on the form. The registration fee must be paid by bank transfer or credit card through the payment gateway provided on the form. If you choose to pay by bank transfer, the payment must include the first and last name of the person registering for the conference or the invoice number.
Registration fee
The registration fee for all applications submitted before October 30 is €100 for general participants and €50 for undergraduate students (proof of enrollment could be required; limited to 20 spots. UGR students will receive an additional €10 discount limited to the first 10 applicants). After that date, the registration fee will be €150 and €75, respectively.
What does registration include?
It includes attendance at all the presentations and papers listed in the program. It also includes lunch and coffee breaks scheduled during the conference.
Attendance at the dinner scheduled for Friday, November 27, is not included in the registration fee. The dinner costs an additional 43,50 €. If you wish to attend, please be sure to indicate this on the registration form to reserve your spot
Simultaneous Translation
Simultaneous translation will be available during the congress through Palabra.ai.
To access the service, attendees will simply need to scan the QR code provided at the venue with their mobile phone. No additional equipment or app is required.
Please remember to bring your own headphones or earphones to listen to the translation on your mobile device.
VENUE
The symposium will take place at the School of Sports Sciences at the University of Granada. Cam. de Alfacar, 21, Norte, 18011 Granada
ORGANIZATION
HYPOXYM 2026 is organised within the HYPOXSPORT Research Network (Hypoxia, Sport and Health), funded by the Spanish Higher Sports Council (CSD), Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports, through the 2026 Call for Research Networks in Sport Sciences (Resolution of 25 March 2026)
COLLABORATORS
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