The 43rd IASP World Conference in Sophia Antipolis will be held at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes, an iconic venue on the world stage, renowned for hosting the prestigious Cannes Film Festival and a wide range of international events. The convention center is located on the French Riviera, in the heart of La Croisette, right by the sea and just a 30-minute drive from Sophia Antipolis.
Programme sessions of 28th-30th will take place in this venue, except for the afternoon sessions of October 28th, which will be graciously hosted by SKEMA Business School (see below).
Cannes is conveniently connected to Nice Côte d’Azur International Airport (NCE), the main international gateway to the region. The journey from the airport to Cannes takes approximately 35–45 minutes by car or taxi (about 30 km/19 miles), 45–60 minutes by direct bus or shuttle, or 40–50 minutes by train from Nice Saint-Augustin station to Cannes station, which is within walking distance of the Palais.
With its unique blend of glamour, culture, and cutting-edge infrastructure, it provides the perfect setting for global gatherings, fostering collaboration and inspiration in a truly exceptional environment.
Address of Palais des Festivals et des Congrès de Cannes: 1 Boulevard de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes.
For more information, please visit their website.
The scientific sessions on the afternoon of 28th October will be held at SKEMA Business School, located in Sophia Antipolis Science Park.
This campus blends education, entrepreneurship, and an international outlook into one experience. Its setting, nestled into the surrounding landscape, pairs an innovative atmosphere with a genuine quality of life.
Modern learning spaces and collaborative areas turn SKEMA into a hub for dialogue and the exchange of ideas. Over time, it has grown into a globally connected, multi-accredited institution shaping the business leaders of tomorrow: professionals ready to navigate data, lead teams, and respond to global challenges.
Transport to the informal dinner on the evening of 28th October will be coordinated from this venue.
Address of SKEMA Business School: 60 Rue Fedor Dostoïevski, Sophia Antipolis, 06560 Valbonne.
Find more information on their website