We are pleased to introduce your incoming Executive Director, Rachael Lowery. She comes to you with a passion for freeing up organizations to succeed and do their very best work, unencumbered by unnecessary internal friction. Rachael's background is in management and administration in non-profits and startups, and she specializes in organizational effectiveness and development. She believes deeply in the power of healthy, functional organizations to foster connection and impact change for good, and she thrives when working to lead and support groups to that end.

Rachael is an American and a native northern Californian, now living in Washington State with her husband and family dog. She has a B.A. from Pepperdine University and a M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. She is a lifelong learner and lover of books, travel, and top notch tech! To contact her, feel free to send an email to rachael.lowery@iapcentral.org. For those attending USCAP 2026, she looks forward to meeting you in person.

We are pleased to introduce Professor Gary Tse as the incoming President‑Elect of the International Academy of Pathology (IAP). With decades of dedicated service to the Academy, Gary has played a pivotal role in advancing IAP’s mission across the Asia‑Pacific region, serving for over ten years as Vice President for Asia, two decades as President of the Hong Kong Division, and most recently as IAP Bulletin Editor. He has organized more than 100 regional and international conferences and workshops, led the founding of the Assembly of Asia‑Pacific IAP (AAPIAP), and remains deeply committed to education, mentorship, and expanding access to pathology training—especially in resource‑limited settings. As President‑Elect, Gary is committed to fostering global collaboration, strengthening regional divisions, and ensuring IAP continues to lead the future of pathology through innovation, inclusivity, and education worldwide.

Prof Tse will serve as President-Elect from January 1, 2026, and will take up the position of IAP President at the IAP Congress in Fukoka. 

We are excited to announce a full update of the IAP website! It is designed to better serve our global membership and make it easier than ever to find the information and resources you need.

The enhanced website offers simpler navigation and faster access to essential resources. Members can now easily find information on IAP bursaries, explore how to host an IAP Congress, and apply for educational meeting support, all through a more intuitive and streamlined layout.

This refresh is just the beginning. Over the coming months, we will be rolling out additional features as part of the full website launch, including tools to help members more easily identify and contact their local and regional divisions, more robust educational resources, along with other helpful updates to improve connectivity and accessibility across the IAP community.

We invite all members to explore the new website and rediscover the many opportunities IAP offers. Your feedback will be invaluable as we continue to refine and expand the site to meet the evolving needs of pathologists around the world.

Visit the new website today and stay tuned—there’s more to come!

2026 IAP membership dues have been distributed to all divisions. To ensure your members receive member pricing for the 2026 IAP Congress, divisions must be in good standing, with all dues paid and membership status current. We encourage division leadership to review their status and complete any outstanding requirements as soon as possible to avoid delays in Congress registration benefits. If you have not received your 2026 dues invoice, please ensure you have submitted your Division information here.

We look with great anticipation to IAP2026, hosted by the Japanese Division. The theme for this year's congress is "Vision For the Future." Registration is expected to open in April. A program, travel details, and other resources can be found on the IAP2026 website. Please circulate this information to your membership, especially abstract and bursary deadlines!

Dates: October 8 - 13, 2026

Host City: Fukuoka, Japan

Venue: Fukuoka International Congress Center; Fukuoka Sunpalace



Your generosity can make a difference! The IAP2026 Congress is committed to supporting pathologists from resource-limited settings through bursaries. Every contribution helps bring diverse voices to the conversation and strengthens our global community. Donate today and help us build a more inclusive future for pathology.

Thanks to those who have pledged so far:

• British Division
• German Division
• Vladimir Totovic Foundation

Encourage your members to showcase their research on a global stage! The IAP2026 Congress invites pathologists, researchers, and professionals worldwide to submit abstracts for presentation at our premier event. Pathologists can share their innovative findings, connect with leading experts, and contribute to advancing pathology.

Bursaries have been established to support early career pathologists from under-served countries to attend the International Congresses of the IAP. This has been supported by the Education Committee as well as by many IAP Divisions.

Please encourage your members to apply if eligible. Applicants must submit their abstract through the Congress website before applying for a bursary. To learn more about bursaries and the application process, anyone can visit our website.

The International Academy of Pathology is pleased to invite interested Divisions to submit bids to host the 2032 IAP Congress. Hosting an IAP Congress is a unique opportunity to showcase your region, strengthen collaboration within the global pathology community, and contribute to the advancement of education and scientific exchange. Divisions in good standing with the capacity and enthusiasm to host a world‑class meeting are encouraged to express their interest. Detailed bid guidelines and timelines are available on the website, and the IAP leadership looks forward to working closely with prospective hosts to deliver a memorable and impactful Congress.

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