Christopher Mellon to Keynote SCU’s 2026 Annual Conference in Toronto—Registration Now Open

Leading Scientists, Defense Experts, and Policymakers to Explore the Role of Science and Governments in UAP Research.

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TORONTO, CANADA, March 16, 2026 -- The Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) will convene its Annual Conference July 24–26, 2026, in Toronto, Canada, bringing together leading scientists, engineers, policymakers, and national security experts to examine the growing role of science and government transparency in understanding Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

The conference will open Friday evening, July 24, with a featured keynote address by Christopher Mellon, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Intelligence.  Mellon will deliver remarks at the opening dinner held at the Windsor Arms Hotel.

The 2026 theme, “The Role of Science and Global Governments in UAP Research,” reflects what many consider a pivotal moment in UAP research and investigation. Advancing knowledge at the forefront of the phenomena requires robust public science and improved government transparency.

Conference sessions, held at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre, will focus on structured data collection, calibrated sensor systems, analytic rigor, and cross-sector collaboration between academia, government, and industry.

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About the SCU 2026 Annual Conference:

SCU’s Annual Conference will take place July 24–26, 2026, in vibrant Toronto, Canada — a global hub for innovation, aerospace, and scientific collaboration. The conference sessions will be held at the Toronto Marriott Downtown Eaton Centre, with a special opening dinner and keynote by Christopher Mellon at the nearby Windsor Arms Hotel. Registration is now open for all interested participants. Secure your spot early to join leading scientists, policymakers, industry professionals, and curious minds from around the world for this evidence-driven exploration of The Role of Science and Global Governments in UAP Research.  Register here: