We are delighted to host the March 2026 LIGO–Virgo–KAGRA (LVK) Collaboration Meeting in Pisa, Italy, from March 9th to 13th, 2026, at Pala Todisco – Meetings and More.
The meeting will be hosted by the European Gravitational Observatory (EGO).
Whether you are attending in person or online, we look forward to a week of engaging discussions and fruitful collaborations!
Why Pisa?
Located in the heart of Tuscany, Pisa is world-famous for its Leaning Tower. Just a few kilometers outside the city, in the countryside of Cascina (Province of Pisa), stands the Virgo interferometer, one of the four detectors of the global LIGO–Virgo–KAGRA (LVK) network — making Pisa the ideal venue for this meeting.
In addition to science, Pisa and the surrounding region of Tuscany offer a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Participants can explore the Duomo, the Botanical Garden of the University of Pisa, founded in 1543 and the oldest university botanical garden in the world, and other art and history museums, enjoying the charm of its historic streets and squares.
Pisa is also easily accessible, with its international airport and close proximity to Florence Airport, providing connections to destinations around the world.
The Venue
Pala Todisco – Meeting and more, located a few kilometers northeast of Pisa, is surrounded by greenery. The venue can host large-scale events and is equipped with advanced digital and audio-visual technologies, ensuring the best possible conference experience in comfortable and suitable spaces.
Dedicated transportation will be organized from key locations in the city center to Pala Todisco, with buses provided by the organizers for meeting participants.
For more information, please visit the [Accommodation & Travel page]
Key Event Dates
11 September 2025 | First Announcement
15 December 2025 | Registration Opens
20 January 2026 | Early-Bird Registration Closes
28 February 2026 | General Registration Closes
9–12 March 2026 | LVK Collaboration Meeting
13 March 2026 | Satellite Workshops at EGO and Virgo Tour
Local Organizing Committee:
Massimo Carpinelli (Director of the European Gravitational Observatory, University of Milano-Bicocca)
Nicolas Arnaud (Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, CNRS, IP2I Lyon / IN2P3)
Gianluca Gemme (Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare)
Lorenzo Mirasola (Departament de Física, Universitat de les Illes Balears, IAC3–IEEC)
Vincenzo Napolano (European Gravitational Observatory)
Massimiliano Razzano (University of Pisa, Istituto Nazionale di Fisica Nucleare)
Viola Sordini (Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, CNRS, IP2I Lyon / IN2P3)
Elisa Velcani (European Gravitational Observatory)