Abstract Guidelines
Guidance for students submitting abstracts to the Scientific Programme of the 16th ASEAN Medical Deans' Summit.
Main theme
Innovating Together: Driving Transformation in Medical Education and Health Care
Overview
Programme format
Two oral sessions and one poster session
Submission language
English
Abstract length
350-400 words
Schedule
10 April 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline
15 May 2026 or sooner
Announcement from the Scientific Committee
01 June 2026
Slide & Poster Submission Deadline
19 June 2026
Official presentation
Format selection
During registration, students may indicate Poster Presentation, Oral Presentation, or both as their preference.
Committee review
All abstracts will undergo review by the Scientific Committee, with notifications of the final status and presentation format sent upon completion.
Conference subtopics
Submitted abstracts should align with one or more of the following subtopics.
Lifelong Learning
Application of Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Simulation in Medical Education
Promoting Student Scientific Research in the Health Sciences Field
Supporting Student Mental Health
The Role of Medical Students in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
The Role of the ASEAN Health Sciences Students Network
Cultural Exchange Activities and International Volunteering
Abstract requirements
Please ensure the submitted abstract adheres to the official content and structure requirements.
- Abstract length: 350-400 words
- Language: English
- Content: Original research or review relevant to the conference main theme and subtopics
- Abstracts must clearly state: Background/Objectives, Methods (if applicable), Results or Key Findings, and Conclusions/Implications
- Be original work that has not been previously presented in any competition or AMSN-related programme prior to AMDS 2026.
- Not be generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools.
Eligibility
Participation is limited to eligible AMSN student delegates nominated by their institutions.
- Students whose abstracts are accepted by the Scientific Committee.
- Students from universities within the Asian Medical School Network (AMSN).
- Students officially nominated by their institutions to attend the 16th AMDS, scheduled for 18-20 June 2026.