Registration now open for Species360 Conservation Science Alliance Research Symposium
- By Gavrielle Kirk-Cohen
Join us for the third instalment of our highly anticipated research event on 29 July 2026.
Registration is now open for the third annual Species360 Conservation Science Alliance Research Symposium, a free online event showcasing the latest research using data from the Species360 Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).
Join us on 29 July to hear from researchers leveraging aggregated and anonymized ZIMS data to generate new insights about animal health, demographics, and conservation.
The two-hour webinar will provide an opportunity for researchers and professionals from the zoo, aquarium, and conservation community to present and discuss their findings and results derived from using ZIMS data for their research.
Details
When: 29 July
Time: 4pm CET / 9am CDT (Check the time in your region here)
Registration: bit.ly/3QG2Jll
Call for Abstracts
We are welcoming abstract submissions to be considered for a presentation slot at the event.
Abstract submission instructions: We are seeking research projects that use ZIMS data as a primary data resource within the data analysis. This could be, but is not limited to, standardized data obtained from the Species360 Insights programme, institutional data, or processed data acquired through the Species360 Research Request process.
Due to the online format of the symposium, we will only be accepting oral presentations.
Each presentation should have a duration of 10 minutes and provide a focused and engaging overview of the research.
Submitted abstracts should have a maximum word count of 250 words.
Abstracts can be submitted here.
Deadline for submissions: The submission deadline has been extended to 25 May 2026.
Review process: To ensure a high standard of quality and relevance, all submitted abstracts will undergo an anonymous review process. This process will be carried out by the Species360 Conservation Science team, who will select the most compelling and relevant presentations for the event.
If you have any questions, please reach out at support@species360.org
Accessing ZIMS data for Research
Are you interested in accessing aggregated ZIMS data for research purposes, we have two different options available.
Species360 Insights Subscription:
The Insights program is an annual subscription that provides researchers and veterinarians with access to one of the world’s largest sets of aggregated medical and demographic data on species. Through the subscription, users can access Species360’s Global Resources in ZIMS, which includes:
- Anaesthesia summaries
- Drug usage extracts
- Expected test results
- Global species holdings
- Global member data
- Pedigree explorer
- Species event history
- Population overview
- Age distribution
- Taxon Profiles – including global weight comparison and the reproduction dashboard
- TAG Export
- Global Studbook Search tool
Visit our website to learn more about an Insights Subscription, or contact us at support@species360.org
Research Requests:
The Species360 Conservation Science Alliance (CSA) serves as a platform for data science collaborations, aiming to maximize the positive impact of ZIMS data to improve animal care and welfare, support conservation efforts, and advance scientific research, all while ensuring the privacy of Species360 member data.
The CSA also offers expertise and consultation services related to ZIMS data to promote its responsible use in research applications. As part of the CSA, the Species360 Science Team, who have a deep understanding of the data in ZIMS, can help you understand the complexity and biases of ZIMS data.
Community members interested in accessing ZIMS data can submit a Research Request, which involves approval by the Species360 Board of Trustees.
For more information visit the Species360 Conservation Science Alliance website.
