Call For Late Breaking Abstracts: Poster Presentations
Now Open! Closing Wednesday 8 July 2026
We are pleased to invite late breaking abstract submissions for poster presentations at the ComBio 2026 Conference.
Please review the below instructions and details in the abstract
submission portal before preparing and submitting an abstract.
Presenting authors are limited to two abstract submissions, however, may be listed as co-contributors on other abstract submissions.
Should you have any questions regarding the abstract submission process please do not hesitate to contact the Conference Office.Key Dates
| Late breaking abstract submissions open: | Wednesday 10 June 2026 |
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| Late breaking abstract submissions close: | 11.59pm AEST Wednesday 8 July 2026 |
| Notifications sent to authors: | Tuesday 14 July 2026 |
| Author acceptance of offer due: | 5.00pm AEST Monday 20 July 2026 |
| Early bird and speaker registration deadline: | 5.00pm AEST Monday 27 July 2026 |
Poster Presentation
Late breaking abstract submissions will only be considered as a poster presentation.
A poster presentation constitutes a visual display of research projects. The Poster Gallery will be located in the Exhibition with posters on display for the entirety of the Conference. There will be two dedicated poster viewing sessions aligned with the Conference streams when authors will be at their posters to discuss their research with other delegates. Details of the format of the posters will be shared when offers are made.Streams
Abstracts can be submitted under the following streams. When making your submission, you will be asked to nominate your preferred stream(s) for consideration:
- Cell and Developmental Biology
- Biochemistry and Metabolism
- Proteins, Peptides, and Structural Biology
- Plant Biology
- RNA
- 'Omics and Systems Biology
- Education
Abstract Template
Abstracts are required to be submitted as per the below template. Guidelines for how abstracts should be formatted are included on the template.
Abstract Assessment Criteria
All abstracts will be reviewed by the Committee and assessed by the following criteria:
- Offers significant contributions to understanding an area of biomolecular science
- Represents an innovative area of current research
- Avoids taking a narrow representation on the topic (the Committee carefully avoids perception of bias towards own perspective)
- Has broad enough appeal to assist in attracting strong participation in the Conference.
- Involves scientists of diverse career stage, culture and gender
Abstract Notification and Acceptance
Abstract review results will be communicated to the nominated author on Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Please note the details provided as the author contact should be for the nominated main contact for your abstract and all correspondence will be directed to this person and they should in turn
distribute to all co-presenters.
Acceptance of this offer must be notified to the Conference Office by no later than 5.00pm AEST on Monday 20 July 2026.
Abstract Presenter Registration
The invitation to submit an abstract does not constitute an offer to pay travel, accommodation or registration costs associated with the Conference.
Presentations must be delivered in person and the ability and willingness to be present at the Conference is a condition of acceptance into the program.
The nominated presenter of a successful abstract submission is required to register to attend the Conference no later than Monday 27 July 2026 to be included in the program.
Terms and Conditions
Before finalising the abstract submission, you will be asked to consider and agree to the
terms and conditions detailed in the submission portal.
Further Enquiries
For any enquiries regarding abstract submission please contact the
Conference Office.
Abstract Assessment Criteria
All abstracts will be reviewed by the Committee and assessed by the following criteria:
- Offers significant contributions to understanding an area of biomolecular science
- Represents an innovative area of current research
- Avoids taking a narrow representation on the topic (the Committee carefully avoids perception of bias towards own perspective)
- Has broad enough appeal to assist in attracting strong participation in the Conference.
- Involves scientists of diverse career stage, culture and gender
Abstract Notification and Acceptance
Abstract review results will be communicated to the nominated author on Tuesday 14 July 2026.
Please note the details provided as the author contact should be for the nominated main contact for your abstract and all correspondence will be directed to this person and they should in turn distribute to all co-presenters.
Acceptance of this offer must be notified to the Conference Office by no later than 5.00pm AEST on Monday 20 July 2026.
Abstract Presenter Registration
The invitation to submit an abstract does not constitute an offer to pay travel, accommodation or registration costs associated with the Conference.
Presentations must be delivered in person and the ability and willingness to be present at the Conference is a condition of acceptance into the program.
The nominated presenter of a successful abstract submission is required to register to attend the Conference no later than Monday 27 July 2026 to be included in the program.
Terms and Conditions
Before finalising the abstract submission, you will be asked to consider and agree to the terms and conditions detailed in the submission portal.
Further Enquiries
For any enquiries regarding abstract submission please contact the Conference Office.
Acknowledgement of Country
ComBio 2026 will be held at the ICC Sydney that stands and operates on Tumbalong, the land of the Gadigal clan of the Eura Nation. The ComBio 2026 Conference acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Gadigal country and demonstrates respect to Elders past, present and emerging.
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