A professional society dedicated to fostering and promoting research, education, and communication in the scientific understanding of seeds.

Latest News

Save the date for ISSS 2027

We are excited to announce that the 16th Biennial ISSS Conference will be held on 13-17 September 2027 at Egmond aan Zee, The Netherlands. Please save the date and join us there!

Job opportunity – Seed Bank Manager at Meise Botanic Garden

We are looking for a seed bank manager at Meise Botanic Garden, with the opportunity to develop her/his research. A degree obtained in French or a French language test is a requirement. For more information ... Read more »

ISSS-ISTA webinar – Wild Seeds in Focus: Science and Digital Innovation

The next ISSS-ISTA webinar will take place on Thursday May 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM UTC. The aim of this joint ISTA-ISSS webinar is to showcase key initiatives in wild seed research, highlighting ... Read more »

Meetings & Events

ISSS 2025 on-demand recordings

EXPERIENCE THE CONFERENCE ANYTIME, ANYWHERE Can’t make it to Perth? You don’t have to miss out. Pre-purchase access to on-demand recordings from the upcoming 15th Biennial ISSS Conference / Seed Ecology VIII is now open. You will get exclusive ... Read more »

ISSS 2025 registration and abstract submission open

Join us on the 15 – 19 September 2025 in Perth, Western Australia, to participate in the International Society for Seed Science Conference, the 15th Biennial ISSS Conference / Seed Ecology VIII (ISSS 2025). REGISTRATION NOW ... Read more »

Dates announced for ISSS 2025: 15-19 September 2025

The 15th Biennial meeting of the ISSS will be held in Perth, Western Australia from 15-19 September 2025. The Biennial meeting will be held jointly with Seed Ecology VIII, bringing these events together for the first ... Read more »

Become an ISSS Member

  • Members of the ISSS are eligible for reduced registration fees for ISSS sponsored meetings

Find out more »

Follow us on social media for regular seed science news and updates on activities and events of the society