Asia-Oceania Chapter News

November 2026

The Asia-Oceania Chapter (AOC) is one of IFCN's four regional chapters, representing 15 Member Societies. The Chapter works to strengthen collaboration across the region, advance clinical neurophysiology research, and promote excellence in clinical practice through education, scientific exchange, and professional development.

Highlights from the Past Year

8th Asia-Oceania Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology (AOCCN) – Taipei, Taiwan

The 8th Asia-Oceania Congress of Clinical Neurophysiology brought together approximately 500 participants in Taipei, Taiwan. The Congress marked a welcome return to a fully in-person meeting following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Under the theme “Disease Panorama from Integrating Neurophysiology into Clinical Perspectives,” the Congress provided an opportunity for colleagues from across the region to share research, exchange knowledge, and strengthen professional connections.

Watch the Congress highlights video

2026 Chapter Activities

Learning Series: Empowering the Future Through Advanced Clinical Practice

Throughout 2026, the Asia-Oceania Chapter has supported educational and scientific activities designed to strengthen clinical expertise, encourage collaboration, and promote the exchange of knowledge across the region.

AOC-IFCN Hands-on Learning Series I

July 18, 2026 | Taipei, Taiwan

Turn Image & Signal into Clinical Intelligence: From Prodromal Markers to Parkinson's Disease Cognition

Korean Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (KSCN) 30th Anniversary Scientific Conference

October 24, 2026 | Baekbeom Kim Koo Memorial Hall, Seoul, Korea

The Korean Society of Clinical Neurophysiology celebrated its 30th anniversary with a scientific conference recognizing three decades of contributions to clinical neurophysiology.

AOC-IFCN Hands-on Learning Series II

November 24, 2026 | Edsa Shangri-La Hotel, Manila, Philippines

A Workshop on Basics and Essentials of Neurophysiology and Neuromuscular Diseases

This upcoming workshop will provide practical education in clinical neurophysiology and neuromuscular diseases.

Workshop information

12th East Asia Neurological Forum (EANF)

November 26 | Lotte Hotel, Seoul, Korea

The Forum will feature scientific discussions across three key areas:

  • Advanced diagnostics redefining neurological diseases

  • Policy-driven, intersectoral approaches to neurological diseases

  • Therapeutic frontiers and rapid translation

Learn more about the event