Abstracts

Thank you for your interest in submitting an abstract for the 2026 Global Ophthalmology Summit in Philadelphia from August 7 to 9. 
 

• Deadline for submission is Friday, March 13 at 11:59 p.m. ET

• Notifications of acceptance will be sent by Friday, April 3
   

Abstract topics may include, but are not limited to, traditional research studies, implementation science, and programmatic work. Case presentations will not be accepted.

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You will be asked to provide the following items: 

• Title

• Purpose (75 words or less)

• Methods (100 words or less)

• Results (225 words or less)

• Conclusions (100 or less) 

• Conflicts of Interest / Financial Disclosures, if any 

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View PDF of abstract submitter and key poster information for reference. 

Awards and Travel Grants
When submitting abstracts, eligible applicants may apply for these awards and travel grants:

• New! Research Award

• David Hunter Cherwek, MD Award for Global Ophthalmology

We look forward to reviewing your submissions.

Questions? Email gos@aao.org.