APS DFD Annual Meeting 2026 at-a-Glance
Meeting venue
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
Located in the heart of Central Florida, Orlando offers a mix of world-class attractions, vibrant dining, outdoor experiences, and convenient travel access. The Orange County Convention Center, one of the nation’s premier meeting facilities, will host this year's APS DFD Annual Meeting, providing an ideal backdrop for networking, learning, and innovation.
Attendees can explore Orlando’s many entertainment districts, local restaurants, outdoor attractions, and nearby theme parks. Whether you are interested in arts and culture, nature experiences, or family-friendly activities, Orlando offers something for everyone.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) provides convenient access for domestic and international travelers and is located approximately 20 minutes from the convention center. Public transportation, rideshare services, and hotel shuttle options make getting around Orlando easy and accessible.
Orlando promises an engaging and memorable experience for all DFD attendees. For more information about Orlando, visit www.visitorlando.com.
Key Dates
Abstract submissions: NOW OPEN
Abstract submissions close: July 24, 5 p.m. ET
Gallery of Fluid Motion submissions: NOW OPEN
Gallery of Fluid Motion submissions close: Sept. 17, 2026, 5 p.m. ET
Registration
Visit the DFD Meeting website for updates. Registration opens in June. The cancellation deadline is November 13 (no refunds past this date).
*Student registrants
APS student members may register for the meeting online at a discounted member rate. If you are not an APS member, you can join now by contacting APS directly or visiting aps.org and clicking on “Special membership types.” If you do not wish to become an APS member, you must pay non-member rates.
First-year membership is free for first-time student applicants and includes two free Divisions or Topical Groups for all students. Undergraduate registrations do not include a ticket to the Sunday night reception; however, reception tickets may be purchased during the registration process.
APS DFD Meeting 2026 events
Multiple networking events will be available to attendees. These will require advance sign-ups when you register for the meeting. Please check the meeting website for updates. Those that include a meal will have a fee associated.
Gallery of Fluid Motion (GFM) submissions
The annual Gallery of Fluid Motion, showcasing the captivating science and beauty of fluid motion through attendee-submitted videos and posters, will be at the APS DFD Annual Meeting.
Computational and experimental submissions are welcome, but poster and video entries should be distinct. A panel of referees will judge all submissions based on their visual appeal and scientific merit. Exceptional entries will be recognized as Milton Van Dyke Award or Gallery of Fluid Motion Winners during the meeting, and featured in the September 2027 issue of Physical Review Fluids.
Submissions for the gallery opened on June 9, 2026, with a deadline of Sept. 17, 2026, 5 p.m. ET. All entries must have a contributor registered for the APS DFD Annual Meeting, and poster presenters are also required to bring a printed version of their work to display.
Learn more about the submission process and view previous years’ entries, which are accessible on the Gallery of Fluid Motion website.
Travel Grants, Child Care Grants, and Grants for Participants with Disabilities
DFD provides grants for partial to full support for attendance by a select few scientists. All researchers are eligible. Priority will be given to researchers who would not otherwise be able to attend the meeting, for whom the meeting comes at a timely point in their career, and who have not previously attended an APS DFD meeting (applicants should address these points in their application). In addition, DFD’s childcare grant program provides financial assistance to APS DFD members who will have additional childcare expenses in order to attend and participate in the annual November meeting.
Additionally, DFD provides financial assistance to help offset costs for members attending the meeting who will incur additional expenses due to a disability. All DFD members are eligible for these grants and are encouraged to send their application(s) via the application portal below.
Key Dates
Grant Application Portal opens July 20, 2026.
Visit the outreach grants page, which links to the application forms.
Applications due: August 30, 2026 11:59 p.m. ET
Grants applicants notified: September 28, 2026
Hotel Reservations
Hotel Reservations open in July. Visit the meeting website for more information.
To keep conference registration rates as low as possible, it is important that participants book their stay at a conference hotel using the links provided.
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A valid credit card is necessary to guarantee your reservation.
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The deadline for the discounted hotel rates is October 20, 2026, or earlier if the DFD block sells out.
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Smoking is not permitted in hotels.
Hyatt Regency Orlando
9801 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Rates:
- Single/Double Occupancy $189
- Triple $214
- Quad $239
The Hyatt Regency Orlando is connected to the Orange County Convention Center and is centrally located on International Drive, with easy access to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and major Orlando attractions.
- Wi-Fi in sleeping rooms is complimentary for all World of Hyatt members. Membership is complimentary.
- The hotel features complimentary 24-hour StayFit fitness center with cardio, strength, and cycling studios.
- A safe, refrigerator, and coffee maker are in each room.
- On-site parking: From $45 daily.
- Multiple pools, restaurants, and on-site dining options are available.
Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Rates:
- Single/Double Occupancy $169
- Club Level $209
The Rosen Centre Hotel is connected to the Orange County Convention Center via covered skywalk and is conveniently located on International Drive near dining, shopping, and Orlando attractions.
- Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
- The hotel features complimentary a 24-hour fitness center and multiple hot tubs/pool amenities.
- A safe, refrigerator, and coffee maker are in each room.
- On-site parking: From $28 daily.
- No resort fees.
Rosen Plaza Hotel
9700 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
Rates:
The Rosen Plaza Hotel is directly connected to the Orange County Convention Center via a covered skybridge and is located across from Pointe Orlando with convenient access to dining, shopping, and entertainment.
- Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
- The hotel features a complimentary fitness center and outdoor pool.
- A safe, refrigerator, and coffee maker are in each room.
- On-site parking: From $20 daily.
- No resort fees.
BE AWARE OF HOUSING SCAMS!
Tech-savvy scammers create fake reservations and websites that look legitimate. If you make your reservation through these sites, you risk not having a hotel room when you arrive and will have no recourse.
2026 Scientific Program
Awards program
Each year, the APS Division of Fluid Dynamics presents the Fluid Dynamics Prize, the François Frenkiel Award, the Andreas Acrivos Dissertation Award, and the Stanley Corrsin Award. The 2026 award winners, each of whom will give a lecture at the meeting, will be announced in the Fall.
Invited lectures, minisymposia, and focus sessions
We are excited that the meeting will consist of twelve invited lectures on topics of broad interest to the DFD community. The program will also include minisymposia and focus sessions. The following focus sessions and minisymposia have been selected for the 2026 meeting. Submitting an abstract to a Focus Session is open to all oral presenters.
Minisymposium Topics
- 39.00 Fluids Next: The Fluid Dynamics of Wildfire
- 39.01 Quantum Computing for Fluid Dynamics: Past, Now, and Future
- 39.02 FLUIDS NEXT: Autonomy in Bio-Inspired Swimming and Flying Robots
Focus Session Topics
DFD-Interact continues in 2025
Back by popular demand with two blocks of sessions this year, DFD-Interact combines the benefits of an oral talk with the 1:1 interactivity of an e-poster presentation. This year, abstract submitters will have the option of participating in an Interact session. Additionally, oral and poster abstracts of critical interest to the community will also be hand-selected for the honor of presenting in these sessions.
DFD-Interact sessions allow broader audiences and more opportunities for in-depth interaction about research. The 26 thematically curated DFD-Interact sessions will highlight participants’ research during the high-engagement Sunday morning timeslots. In these sessions, participants will give a 2-minute flash talk to advertise their research and then interact with the audience through ePosters displaying their research.
The abstract submission portal is now open
The abstract submission deadline is July 24, 5 p.m. ET. You must be an APS member in order to submit. During abstract submission, you will select a sorting category for your abstract. Please note that by submitting an abstract, you are not registering for the meeting; you must register separately.
Submit your abstract here
Audiovisual equipment
All rooms will have an LCD projector, screen, microphone, and pointer. Speakers must provide their laptop computer to use with the projector. A speaker ready room with technicians will be available to help attendees ensure that their presentation works smoothly with the LCD projection equipment. We suggest all presenters visit the speaker ready room in advance of their presentation.
Networking events
Throughout the three-day meeting, DFD will offer a series of networking events for a minimal fee. Please check the meeting website in August for a complete listing. Sign-ups for these events will be available as you register for the conference.
Conference reception
This year's reception will be held at the convention center on Sunday evening. The event will offer a variety of light hors d'oeuvres and beverages (including beer and wine), allowing participants the evening to enjoy the city. The cocktail reception will be included in the registration fee for those who register as APS members, non-members, graduate students, and retired members. Undergraduate students and guests may purchase tickets as they register for the meeting.
Exhibitors at DFD
The APS Division of Fluid Dynamics (DFD) Annual Meeting brings together the global fluid dynamics community, connecting researchers, engineers, national laboratories, and industry leaders advancing next-generation flow science. With more than 3,000 attendees expected from around the world, DFD provides organizations with direct access to the scientists and engineers shaping research across turbulence, aeroacoustics, high-speed aerodynamics, advanced simulation, and measurement technologies.
Exhibiting and sponsoring at DFD supports recruiting, research visibility, and collaboration opportunities while positioning organizations within the technical conversations defining future experimental and computational workflows.
Exhibitor and sponsorship sales for DFD 2026 are now live. For booth pricing, sponsorship opportunities, floor plans, and Career Fair details, please visit the DFD exhibits and sponsorship website.
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