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USIM IHEC 2026 — 7th International Health Conference 7–8 October 2026 · USIM, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Abstract Submissions: 1 July – 15 August 2026 Early Bird Registration until 31 August 2026 Theme: Transforming Health Through Innovation Co-hosted by UMI Makassar · Keynote: Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah USIM IHEC 2026 — 7th International Health Conference 7–8 October 2026 · USIM, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan Abstract Submissions: 1 July – 15 August 2026 Early Bird Registration until 31 August 2026 Theme: Transforming Health Through Innovation Co-hosted by UMI Makassar · Keynote: Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah
USIM IHEC 2026 — Abstract Submission
USIM IHEC 2026 — Call for Abstracts
Submissions Now Open

Abstract
Submission

We invite participants to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentation. Abstracts should be relevant to the conference theme and may include original research, case reports, innovations, quality improvement projects, reviews, or programme reports. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the Scientific Committee.

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Submission Deadline
15 August 2026
Via online submission portal
Word Limit
300 Words
Excluding title, authors & keywords
Notification of Decision
Within Two Weeks
Of submission, by email
Per Registration
2
Abstracts included · RM50 each additional
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General Instructions

Theme & Scope

Authors are invited to submit abstracts related to the conference theme and the subthemes below.

Conference Theme
Transforming Health
Through Innovation
Subthemes — including but not limited to
01Clinical Medicine & Healthcare Practice
02Public Health, Community Health & Preventive Medicine
03Infection Prevention, Antimicrobial Resistance & One Health
04Medical Education & Health Professional Training
05Digital Health, Artificial Intelligence & Health Technology
06Women's, Maternal, Child & Family Health
07Mental Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle Medicine
08Laboratory Medicine, Diagnostics & Biomedical Sciences
09Nursing, Allied Health & Multidisciplinary Care
10Health Systems, Policy, Ethics & Leadership
11Islamic Perspectives, Spirituality & Holistic Health
12Environmental Health, Occupational Health & Planetary Health

Abstracts may describe original research, case studies, innovations, quality improvement projects, educational initiatives, community-based programmes, or policy-related work. All abstracts must be submitted in English through the official online submission system.

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Important Dates

Key Deadlines

Key dates for abstract submission and registration. The conference takes place on 7–8 October 2026.

01 / 05
01 JUL
2026
Abstract Submissions Open
Submission portal opens for oral and poster abstracts across all categories and subthemes.
02 / 05
15 AUG
2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
Final date for all abstract submissions. No extensions will be granted.
03 / 05
31 AUG
2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline
Presenters should register early. Decisions on acceptance are emailed within two weeks of submission.
04 / 05
30 SEP
2026
Normal Registration Deadline
At least one author must register and pay for the abstract to appear in the programme and abstract book.
05 / 05
07 OCT
2026
USIM IHEC 2026 Opens
Two days of scientific programming at USIM, Nilai, Negeri Sembilan.
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Submission Workflow

Seven Steps

From preparation to presentation — the complete path your abstract follows.

01Step
Prepare Your Abstract
Prepare your abstract according to the conference guidelines, including the required structure, word limit, and formatting requirements.
02Step
Submit via Online System
All abstracts must be submitted through the official conference website before the stated deadline. Abstracts submitted by email will not be accepted unless stated otherwise by the organiser.
03Step
Initial Screening
The Scientific Committee screens all submitted abstracts to ensure they meet submission requirements, including relevance to the conference theme, completeness, and adherence to formatting guidelines.
04Step
Review Process
Eligible abstracts are reviewed by appointed reviewers based on scientific merit, originality, clarity, relevance, and potential contribution to the field.
05Step
Notification of Decision
The decision is communicated to the corresponding author by email within two weeks of submission.
Accepted — Oral Presentation Accepted — Poster Presentation Not Accepted
06Step
Presenter Registration & Abstract Limit
At least one author must register and complete payment by the registration deadline for the abstract to be included in the conference programme and abstract book.
◆ Each registered participant may submit up to two abstracts under the conference registration fee. For each additional abstract, an extra fee of RM50 per abstract will be charged on top of the registration fee.
07Step
Presentation at Conference
Accepted abstracts must be presented during the assigned session. Presentation details — including date, time, format, and instructions — will be provided closer to the conference date.
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Abstract Categories

Five Categories

Authors may submit abstracts under one of the following categories.

CAT — 01
Original Research
For completed studies with clear objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
CAT — 02
Case Report / Case Series
For unique or educational clinical, laboratory, public health, or community-related cases.
CAT — 03
Innovation / Programme / Project Report
For new approaches, interventions, tools, teaching methods, service improvements, or community programmes.
CAT — 04
Quality Improvement / Audit
For projects that evaluate and improve practice, workflow, safety, quality, or service delivery.
CAT — 05
Review / Scoping Review / Systematic Review
For evidence synthesis related to the conference scope.
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Abstract Format

Required Structure

Use the structured headings appropriate to your abstract category.

Original Research
Background
Briefly describe the issue, gap, or rationale for the study.
Objectives
State the aim or research question.
Methods
Describe the study design, setting, participants/samples, procedures, and analysis.
Results
Present the main findings with relevant data.
Conclusion
Summarise the significance and implication of the findings.
Case Report / Series
Background
Brief introduction to the case and its importance.
Case Description
Key clinical, laboratory, public health, or management details.
Discussion
Main learning points or relevance to practice.
Conclusion
Key message or implication.
Innovation / Programme
Background
Describe the problem or need addressed.
Intervention / Innovation
Explain the programme, tool, approach, or innovation.
Outcome / Impact
Describe results, feedback, benefits, or lessons learnt.
Conclusion
Highlight the relevance and potential for future use.
Word Limit
300 WordsExcluding title, author names, affiliations, and keywords.
Title
Sentence CaseConcise and informative. Avoid unnecessary abbreviations.
e.g. "Improving hand hygiene compliance through peer-led education among healthcare students"
Keywords
3 – 5 KeywordsThat best describe the abstract content.
e.g. Infection prevention, antimicrobial resistance, medical education, public health, innovation
Author Information
Required DetailsFull names of all authors, institutional affiliation of each, corresponding author email, and the clearly indicated presenting author.
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Before You Submit

Submission Checklist

Please ensure all of the following are complete before submitting. Authors may indicate a preferred format — oral, poster, or either — though the final decision rests with the Scientific Committee.

✓The abstract follows the required format
✓The 300-word limit is not exceeded
✓All authors and affiliations are correct
✓The presenting author is identified
✓The abstract has been checked for grammar and spelling
✓All co-authors have approved the submission
✓Ethical approval has been obtained where applicable
✓3–5 keywords have been provided
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Review & Registration

Acceptance & Presenters

How decisions are reached, what acceptance means, and the registration required to present.

Acceptance & Withdrawal

Acceptance

Acceptance of an abstract does not automatically include conference registration. The presenting author must complete registration and payment by the specified deadline.

Only abstracts with registered presenters will be included in the final programme and abstract book.

Withdrawal Policy

Authors who wish to withdraw an abstract must inform the conference secretariat in writing before the stated withdrawal deadline. Abstracts withdrawn after the deadline may still appear in the abstract book or programme.

Presenter Registration

One Author Must Register

At least one author must register and complete payment by the registration deadline for the abstract to be included in the conference programme and abstract book. Register below, or via the Registration page.

Each registered participant may submit up to two abstracts under the conference registration fee. For each additional abstract, an extra fee of RM50 per abstract applies on top of the registration fee.

Accepted abstracts must be presented during the assigned session. Full presentation details will be provided closer to the conference date.

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Online Submission

Submit Your Abstract

Complete your submission using the form below. You must be registered and signed in to submit. Each registration includes up to two abstracts (RM50 per additional abstract).

Category & Subtheme

Title & Keywords

e.g. "Improving hand hygiene compliance through peer-led education among healthcare students"
e.g. Infection prevention, antimicrobial resistance, medical education, public health, innovation

Authors

Abstract Body

Select a category above to see the required structure. Maximum 300 words in total (excluding title, authors, affiliations, and keywords).

0 / 300 words

Presentation Preference

The final decision on presentation format will be made by the Scientific Committee.

Ethics & Consent

Before You Submit

  • The abstract follows the required format
  • The word limit is not exceeded
  • All authors and affiliations are correct
  • The presenting author is identified
  • The abstract has been checked for grammar and spelling
  • All co-authors have approved the submission
  • Ethical approval has been obtained where applicable
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Need Assistance?

Contact the Secretariat

For any questions on abstract submission, review, or presenter registration.

Email
ihec@usim.edu.my
Conference secretariat — abstract enquiries
Telephone
+60 3 0000 0000
Office hours, Monday to Friday
Organiser
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
International Health Conference 2026

Ready to Submit?

Abstracts are submitted through the official online submission form above. Submissions open 1 July 2026 and close 15 August 2026.

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