POSTER PRESENTATION OPPORTUNITIES

Submission Deadline: April 20, 2026

PathVisions26 invites you to submit your research for digital poster presentation. Share your findings, engage in meaningful discussions, and contribute to the vibrant exchange of ideas at the forefront of digital pathology.

Key Details

Submission Deadline: April 20, 2026, at 11:59 pm PST
Notification Date: Late June 2026. We encourage you to make your registration, travel, and housing arrangements early.
Format: Digital monitors (No printed posters accepted)
Publication: Accepted abstracts will be submitted to the Journal of Pathology Informatics

Why Present an ePoster at PathVisions26?

Global Visibility: Showcase your work on high-definition 55" monitors to an elite audience of thought leaders.
Academic Recognition: Gain citable credit with publication in JPI.
Strategic Networking: Build connections with global experts and industry professionals in the Exhibit Hall.
Scientific Poster Competition: Opt-in for a chance to be recognized by experts in the field. Judging categories include (subject to change):
- Faculty/Non-Industry
- Industry
- Trainee
- Technician/Technologist
- Patient-Focused

Submission Requirements

To be considered for a poster presentation, please ensure your submission meets the following criteria:

Proposal Guidelines

Sentence Case: Only capitalize the first word, proper nouns, and acronyms (e.g., A study of digital pathology in clinical trials). Do not use all caps for titles or author names.
Title: Maximum 100 characters, including spaces. Be concise and informative. Please avoid abbreviations and formulae unless they are established and widely understood, e.g. DNA.
Length: Maximum 2,000 characters, including spaces.
Structure: Introduction/Background, Methods/Design, Results, and Conclusion/Discussion.
Content:
- Abstracts must be able to stand alone.
- Avoid references (cite only author/year if essential).
- Define non-standard abbreviations at first mention.
- Remove any text formatting, unless it has related scientific significance.
- Use spell-check and grammar-check functions to avoid errors.
Images, Figures, & Tables:
- Use only when necessary; avoid duplicating data already presented in the text
- High-resolution .jpeg, .jpg, .png, .gif, or .bmp files are accepted.
- Number all visuals consecutively and ensure every figure or table is cited within the body of the text.
- Provide a caption for each element and place any supplementary notes directly below the table body.
Objectives: 1-3 learning objectives (maximum 125 characters each, including spaces)
Originality: Submissions based on previously published work are only permitted if they represent a significant further progression of the research. Otherwise, work must not be published in a peer-reviewed journal prior to the conference dates.
Embargo: Authors agree to maintain a data embargo until the conclusion of PathVisions26 (October 18, 2026). If your work is accepted by another publication after your PV26 proposal is accepted, you must notify the DPA and request that the other journal's publication date be set for after the conference.

Administrative Requirements

DPA Profile: A member or non-member profile is required to access the submission portal.
Language: All proposals must be submitted in English.
Required Forms: Submitters and presenters must complete all online forms, including speaker info, copyright release, and CME disclosures.

Note for oral submitters: Proposals not accepted for an oral slot will automatically be considered for a poster if selected on the form. Please do not submit the same abstract twice.

Author & Presenter Guidelines

Defined Roles

Presenter: The submitter is automatically designated as the first author, sole Presenter, and point of contact for the submission.
Co-Presenter: Only one presenting author is permitted per poster. Co-presenting authors are not allowed.
Co-Author (Non-Presenting): All contributing authors should be listed in this role.

Mandatory Requirements

Author Information: Provide full names, affiliations, and email addresses for all authors.
Required Forms: All authors and presenters must complete the automated bio form sent via email by the submission deadline. Presenters must also complete the CME Disclosure Form.

Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Tips for a Successful Submission

The 2026 theme challenges us to look beyond the "what" of technology and focus on the "why"—the patients and communities we serve. Use these tips to ensure your proposals and presentations foster a diverse and purposeful future for digital pathology.

Embrace Diversity: Specify the diversity of your datasets (ethnicities, rare diseases, or low-resource settings) and the perspectives of your stakeholders (clinicians, researchers, trainees, patients, patient advocates, industry partners, academicians, etc.).
Bridge the Gap: Address the scalability of your research for community labs or developing economies.
Collaborate: Curate speaking teams with a mix of genders, geographies, and career stages.
Real-World Impact: Discuss how your innovation impacts "people" (e.g., reducing pathologist burnout or streamlining lab workflows) and improves patient care (e.g., addressing timely precision patient care).
Unify via Standards: Frame technical innovations within industry standards like DICOM or IHE to ensure interoperability.

Review & Selection Process

To ensure the highest quality of scientific and operational programming, all proposals undergo a rigorous, multi-stage evaluation process.

Peer Review: Every submission is subject to a blind review by the PathVisions26 Program Committee. To ensure an impartial evaluation, reviewers do not have access to author names or affiliations during the scoring phase.
Evaluation Criteria: Proposals are scored on a scale of 1 (Poor) to 5 (Excellent) across the following key areas:
- Interest: The relevance and appeal of the topic to the diverse PathVisions audience.
- Cutting Edge: The degree to which the work represents "Innovation with Purpose" and state-of-the-art use of technology.
- Impact on the Field: The potential for the research or case study to advance digital pathology, improve patient care, or solve real-world operational challenges. Submissions should demonstrate scalability, technical inclusion, and a clear, positive impact on patient care.
- Quality of Approach: The technical soundness, methodology, and clarity of the results and conclusions.

Holistic Committee Review: In addition to numerical scores, the committee considers the following factors to curate the final program:

Program Diversity: Focusing on topic diversity and global representation to ensure a well-rounded educational program.
Clarity: Abstracts must be well-organized, concisely written, and strictly adhere to all formatting requirements.

Final Selection: The Program Committee reserves the right to select proposals that best complement the overall educational goals and the conference theme.

Presenter Logistics

Digital Experience: Posters will be showcased exclusively on 55" monitors in the Exhibit Hall; printed posters will not be accepted.
Interactive Sessions: Each poster will be assigned a dedicated 45-minute time slot on either Friday or Saturday. During this time, presenters are expected to remain at their monitors to discuss their research with attendees and judges. Specific session assignments will be provided closer to the conference date.
Single Presenter Policy: Only one presenter is permitted per poster. Unlike oral sessions, co-presenters are not accepted for poster presentations.
Attendance & Availability: Presenters must be registered for the conference and available for the duration of the event. Session times are fixed to accommodate judging and program flow; assignments cannot be adjusted for individual scheduling conflicts.
Agreement to Present: By submitting a proposal, you agree to upload a virtual poster PDF and to present that work in person during your assigned session.
Registration Requirement: Submitting an abstract does not automatically register you for PathVisions26. All presenters must register separately to secure their spot in the program.

Travel Awards

Trainee Travel Award: The application is included within the oral/poster submission form and must be submitted concurrently.
Developing Country Travel Award: A separate application is required. Proposal submission is not required for this award. If you wish to be considered for both a travel grant and a presentation, you must submit both forms separately.
Click here to learn more about this year's travel awards.