‘Celebrating excellence in addiction science’

The SSA’s Annual Conference is the UK’s foremost gathering of addiction researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and experts by experience.

Details of the event

Dates: Thursday 6 November and Friday 7 November

Location: Crowne Plaza Newcastle, Stephenson Quarter, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3SA

Browse the conference programme

Find out who has been confirmed to speak at the 2025 Annual Conference on 6 and 7 November.

How to present your research

Follow advice from the SSA’s Chief Executive Officer about how to give an effective presentation at a scientific conference.

Ten tips for attending your first conference

Read about what to do before, during, and after your first conference, including aiming to meet a few new people each day.