It is with great excitement and pride that we invite you to the inaugural International Forum on Maize Biology (IFMB 2025), a landmark event hosted by Huazhong Agricultural University at the International Academic Exchange Center in Wuhan, China, from October 16–20, 2025. This premier scientific gathering represents a unique opportunity to unite the global maize research community in advancing solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in agriculture and food security.

Over five dynamic days, IFMB 2025 will bring together over 40 distinguished speakers from the world's leading institutions across Europe, North America, and Asia, alongside researchers at all career stages—from PhD students and postdocs to established scientists. The forum will showcase cutting-edge advances in maize biology, with in-depth scientific sessions (October 16–18) covering genomics, development, metabolism, and next-generation breeding technologies, followed by immersive research activities in Wuhan on October 19.

We have designed IFMB 2025 to be more than just a conference—it is a collaborative platform for sparking innovation, sharing breakthroughs, and forging lasting international partnerships. Whether you are investigating maize resilience under climate change, pioneering genomic tools, or developing sustainable crop solutions, your participation will help shape the future of this vital field.

Join us in Wuhan, a vibrant hub of science and culture, to connect with peers, engage in lively discussions, and contribute to a collective vision for maize research that benefits humanity. Together, we can drive progress toward a more food-secure world.