About the Cladistics Session
Cladistics is a system of biological categorization that groups similar species together based on evolutionary ties. Cladistics divides creatures into groups according to similar traits, or synapomorphies, that are descended from a common ancestor. Scientists utilise this method of categorization to determine the connections between various species and to evaluate them against one another. Cladistics works under the premise that all living things have a common ancestor. It groups creatures in a way that reflects their evolutionary ties using the idea of common ancestry. The concept of a "clade," which is a collection of creatures that have diverged from a single ancestral species, serves as the foundation for cladistics. Based on shared traits including physical qualities, DNA, and behaviour, clades can be determined. To comprehend the evolutionary background of various species, cladistics is a crucial tool for scientific categorization. Species that are extinct and no longer exist are likewise classified using it. Cladistics is an important technique for comprehending the variety of life on Earth and has helped to shed light on how various creatures have evolved.
Topics Covered in Cladistics
Character state analysis
Parsimony and tree construction
Synapomorphy and monophyly
Molecular versus morphological cladograms
Tree support and robustness
Classification from cladistic results
Featured Speakers — Cladistics 2027
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Why Attend the Cladistics Conference 2027
Earn CPD Credit
Sessions are CPD-accredited — earn 1 CPD credit for each hour of attendance.
Present Your Research
Oral and poster slots for original Cladistics work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Network Globally
Meet plant scientists, breeders, biotechnologists and crop researchers from around the world across three days.
Featured in the Abstract Book
Accepted abstracts are collected in the conference abstract book, published for every edition.
Learn from Keynotes
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Cladistics research and practice.
Hybrid Flexibility
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Join GPB 2027 for the Cladistics track
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
Cladistics Conference 2027 — FAQs
What is the Cladistics track at GPB 2027?
The Cladistics track is a dedicated stream within GPB 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Cladistics. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Who should attend the Cladistics sessions?
Plant scientists, breeders, biotechnologists, agronomists, doctoral students, and research leaders with an interest in Cladistics are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Can I present my research in the Cladistics track?
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Is virtual attendance available for Cladistics sessions?
Yes. GPB 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Cladistics track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Join the GPB 2027 delegation
Singapore · March 18–20, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.