Bringing together innovative new research on the structure and function of the egg 

In recent years and even months, there has been a flurry of important discoveries relating to the evolution, characterisation and development of different egg morphologies – including egg shape, size, colouration, pattern and shell surface structure.

With this one-day meeting, we aim to provide an opportunity for researchers to report new findings on the evolution, structure and adaptive function of avian eggs. The overall theme of the meeting is deliberately broad and our aim is to encourage discussion and provide different perspectives. The meeting features contributed talks, invited keynote speakers and a poster session covering all facets of egg form and function.  

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The conference is an opportunity to bring together the egg research community and will welcome anyone involved in egg-related research, including postgraduates, academics, museum staff, ornithology societies and industry personnel.