Conference
Innovations in Interpersonal Relationships and Health Research
Advancing the Integration of Interdisciplinary Approaches to Dyadic Behavior Change
Status
Submissions are now
OPEN
We are excited to announce the call for abstracts for the flashlight talks and poster session at the upcoming conference Innovations in Interpersonal Relationships and Health Research: Advancing the Integration of Interdisciplinary Approaches to Dyadic Behavior Change, which aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in the study of interpersonal relationships and behavior change.
This one-day event brings together leading scholars and early career researchers across different disciplines. The conference will focus on exploring how interpersonal dynamics across diverse dyads—romantic partners, friends, family members, and colleagues—can drive behavior change and its implications for health and wellbeing.
Important Dates
March 31 - Deadline Abstract Submission
Feedback to participants will be provided until April 10, 2025
April 15 - Deadline Early Bird Registration
Afterwards, regular registrations are possible until June 24, 2025
June 24 - Deadline Regular Registration
On-site registration possible June 24, 2025, between 7:45am and 8:30am
June 24 - Conference
9am – 5:45pm, followed by Apéro riche
Why Participate?
- Showcase your research to an interdisciplinary audience.
- Network with leading scholars and peers committed to advancing dyadic behavior change research.
- Contribute to shaping a collaborative research agenda for the future.
- There will be awards for best flashlight presentation and for best poster.
How to Submit
For active participation, please submit your abstract (see guidelines) during the registration process.
For more details or if you have questions, contact us.
Attend without Contribution
You may register to enjoy the conference, without submitting an abstract.
Location
University of Zurich, Switzerland
Venue
University of Zurich, Main Building (details will follow)
Rämisstrasse 71,
CH-8006 Zurich
How to Reach the Venue
Walking from Zurich HB (Main Station)
- Cross the Bahnhofbrücke
- At Central, take the stairs to Hirschengraben
- Continue straight and, after approx. 250m, take the footpath Schienhutgasse or Sempersteig on the left
- Walking time: approx. 10-15 minutes
By Tram
From HB (main station) or Central:
- Tram 3 (direction Klusplatz) to Neumarkt, then walk up Künstlergasse
- Tram 10 (direction Bahnhof Oerlikon) or 6 (direction Zoo) to ETH/Universitätsspital, then walk approx. 250m down Rämistrasse
From Bellevue:
- Tram 9 (direction Hirzenbach) or 5 (direction Fluntern) to Kantonsschule, then walk approx. 250m up Rämistrasse
Organizers
Urte Scholz, University of Zurich
Alexander Rothman, University of Minnesota
Jeffry Simpson, University of Minnesota
and members of the IRH Collaborative.
