Call for Scientific Abstracts

Organized by The Institute for Genome Sciences

Frontiers in Genomics: Ninth Lecture

October 15, 2026

The Institute for Genome Sciences (IGS) is pleased to invite Graduate Program in Life Sciences (GPILS) students to submit abstracts for presentation at the Ninth Frontiers in Genomics Event on October 15, 2026.

We welcome submissions describing original research, innovative methodologies, and emerging scientific discoveries. All abstracts will be reviewed by a scientific committee, and selected submissions will be presented as poster presentations during the event.

Important Dates

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Submission Topics

Explore the topics and research areas eligible for submission.

Abstract Requirements

Review the guidelines for preparing and submitting your abstract.

Poster Presentation Awards

Learn how attendees can vote for their favorite posters and discover the prizes awarded to the top three presentations.

Submit Your Research

We encourage all eligible GPILS students to share their work, engage with the scientific community, and contribute to advancing genomics and biomedical research.

Submit your abstract today and join us in shaping the future of science and innovation.

Submission Contact

Riham Keryakos
Program Manager
Institute for Genome Sciences (IGS)
Center for Advanced Microbiome Research & Innovation (CAMRI)

📧 rkeryakos@som.umaryland.edu

Acknowledgement

The Frontiers in Genomics Ninth Lecture Poster Presentation Awards are generously sponsored by the Claire M. Fraser Fund for Graduate Education in Genomic Sciences.

We gratefully acknowledge this support and its commitment to advancing graduate education, scientific discovery, and research excellence.