CIB 2026 - International Congress Banisteriopsis caapi

About the Congress

CIB 2026 is an institutional initiative that brings together science, tradition, and public policies around the preservation of Banisteriopsis caapi and its associated biocultural heritage. It is a space for articulation between universities, research centers, traditional communities, NGOs, and government agencies, focusing on knowledge building, ethical guidelines, and concrete conservation actions. The congress is not a commercial event, but an international cooperation platform aimed at protecting threatened species and ancestral knowledge.

Thematic Axes

Areas of knowledge and action of the congress

Botany and Ecology

Studies on taxonomy, geographic distribution, population ecology, and ecosystem relationships of Banisteriopsis caapi.

Genetics and Preservation

Genetic characterization, germplasm banks, in situ and ex situ conservation, and strategies for preserving diversity.

Sustainable Cultivation

Propagation techniques, sustainable management, agroecology, and good cultivation practices in different biomes.

Scientific Research

Pharmacological, ethnobotanical, neuroscientific, and clinical studies related to Banisteriopsis caapi.

Traditional Knowledge

Valuing and protecting ancestral knowledge, ethnoscience, and intercultural dialogue.

Ethics, Law and Governance

Legal frameworks, bioethics, intellectual property, community rights, and public policies.

Education and Society

Environmental education, scientific dissemination, multiplier training, and social awareness.

Institutional Relevance and Expected Impact

Results and contributions of CIB 2026

Knowledge Production

Scientific publications, congress proceedings, and public database on Banisteriopsis caapi.

Ethical Guidelines

Development of ethical protocols for research, cultivation, and sustainable use of species.

Public Reports

Technical documents and transparency reports on preservation actions and achieved results.

Network Strengthening

Articulation between national and international institutions for scientific cooperation and conservation.

Partnerships and Institutional Support

How your institution can contribute

Why Support CIB 2026

Supporting CIB 2026 means contributing to the preservation of threatened species, strengthening international scientific cooperation, and promoting dialogue between science and tradition. Partner institutions gain visibility, access to research networks, and the opportunity to participate in a historic event of environmental and cultural relevance.

Types of Partnership

  • Institutional support and political articulation
  • Academic and scientific collaboration
  • Joint research and publications
  • Financial support for specific projects
  • Technical support and infrastructure

Institutional Benefits

  • Institutional logo on congress materials
  • Mention in reports and scientific publications
  • Participation in roundtables and working groups
  • Priority access to proceedings and public data
  • Institutional recognition at events and ceremonies

Governance and Transparency

Principles guiding CIB 2026

Responsible Organization

CIB 2026 is organized by SOS Ayahuasca, an institute dedicated to the protection, preservation, and safeguarding of native matrices.

Ethical Principles

Respect for traditional communities, transparency in actions, and commitment to ethical and responsible science.

Environmental Commitment

All congress actions follow principles of sustainability and biodiversity preservation.

Institutional Transparency

Public accountability, accessible reports, and democratic resource management.

Tickets

Secure your participation in CIB 2026

Registration for CIB — International Congress Banisteriopsis caapi 2026 is open. Participate in this historic event of scientific cooperation and environmental preservation.

Residents of the state of Acre receive a 30% discount on all prices below.

Prices include: indigenous-style coffee break and event materials (notebook, pen, pencil, SOS sticker).

Ticket

Scientists

R$ 150,00

Per event day

Ticket

Students

R$ 45,00

Per event day

Ticket

Master's and PhD students

R$ 60,00

Per event day

Ticket

Indigenous

R$ 30,00

or 2 kg of raw food (cassava, bananas, unspoiled fruit, etc.)

Per event day

Registration Information

For more information about prices, discounts, and payment methods, please contact us.

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Express Institutional Interest

Institutions interested in supporting or joining CIB 2026 can express interest through the form below.