SPP-ARC Ignites Innovation Conference
SPP-ARC is excited to invite abstract submissions for our 2026 Ignites Innovation Conference. The conference brings researchers and trainees together to share their work in pandemic preparedness, hear about new developments in the field, and discuss current issues shaping pandemic preparedness research in Canada and internationally. It’s also a chance to connect with colleagues from different disciplines and enjoy Banff.
Keynote Presentation from Dr. William Dowling, Head of Preclinical Development Group, Department of Laboratory Research and Innovations at Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI)
Other invited speakers at this year's conference include:
- Dr. Arnab Chatterjee - Executive Vice President at Calibr-Skaggs Institute for Innovative Medicines
- Dr. Bruno Canard - Research Director at the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Aix-Marseille Université
- Dr. Darryl Falzarano - Research Scientists at Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization
- Dr. Natalie Strynadka - Distinguished Professor, University of British Columbia
- Dr. Kami Kandola - Chief Public Health Officer for the Northwest Territories
- Dr. Samira Mubareka - Associate Professor, University of Toronto
- Dr. Rory Hills - Postdoctoral Fellow, Stanford University
We invite abstracts aligned with this year's sessions:
- Recent Outbreaks and Emerging Threats
- Enabling Technologies
- Therapeutics and Vaccines
- From Discovery to Manufacturing
We invite you to submit your abstract through the conference website.
| Important Dates | |
|---|---|
| Abstract submission deadline | October 25 2026 |
| Acceptance notification | November 05 2026 |
| Attendance confirmation | November 13 2026 |
Investigators and trainees are welcome to attend. Priority will be given to those submitting abstracts relevant to this year's themes.
Selected presenters will receive:
- Complimentary registration, accommodation, and meals
- Ground transportation from Edmonton to Banff, if requested
- Long-distance travel will not be covered
ABSTRACT FORMAT INSTRUCTIONS
Please use the following template when preparing your abstract. The template is also linked directly on the conference website. Please do not alter the formatting, including the font, font size, or author list style.
Any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the SPP-ARC team: spparc@ualberta.ca.
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