Abstract

• Abstract submissions must be made through the APSIC 2026 online submission portal. Abstracts sent via post, fax, or email WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. 
• The abstract must be written in English, including the title, author names, and affiliations.
• Abstracts must represent original research, case studies, quality improvement projects or programmatic work related to the abstract themes [Click here to view the Abstract Themes].
• Multiple submissions are allowed, but each abstract must be unique.
• The abstract must follow the prescribed format and word count outlined during the online submission process.
• The abstract must not be published or presented in any other scientific meeting at the time of submission.
• The submitting author must ensure that all co-authors have reviewed the abstract, accepted the responsibility for its content, and agreed to be listed as co-authors. The submitting author is responsible for verifying the accuracy of all authors' names and affiliations at the time of submission. APSIC 2026 will not be held responsible for any errors in author details.
• If the study involves human or animal subjects, the Methods section must include an ethics approval statement specifying the approving body and reference number. If ethics approval was not required, a justification must be provided.
• Authors must thoroughly review and proofread their abstracts to ensure they are free of grammatical errors, as submissions will be published exactly as received. Linguistic accuracy is the responsibility of the authors, and no additional proofreading will be provided.
• The submitting author must disclose any potential conflicts of interest for all authors during the abstract submission process to ensure that the content remains free from commercial influence or bias.
• Authors can indicate their interest in applying for:
  • APSIC 2026 Travel Award, OR
  • APSIC Infection Prevention and Control (IPC)-Nursing Scholarship
• Abstracts must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. GMT+8, on 15 MARCH 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Your abstract may be saved as a draft during the submission process. Once submitted, no changes can be made. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission. If you do not receive it,  please contact the APSIC 2026 Secretariat at info@apsic2026.my. 
• Presenting authors must register as participants. Incomplete registration by 31 May 2026 will result in the abstract being withdrawn from the congress programme.

All abstracts must adhere to the following format:

• A structured abstract format (please see below).
• Word count: Maximum 300 words (including section sub-headings).
• Title: Clear and concise, reflecting the main study focus.
• Authors: Full names, affiliations, and email addresses.
• Keywords: 3 relevant keywords.
• Layout: NO tables/figures/references.
• Abbreviations: Define them in parentheses at first mention.
• Drug names: Only use generic (non-proprietary) names.
• Commercial content: Promotional material is not permitted.

Original research abstracts format

• Introduction and aim: Background, significance, and study objective.
• Methods: Study design, population, data collection, and analysis.
• Results: Key findings with relevant data/statistics.
• Conclusion: Interpretation, implications, and recommendations.

Clinical case reports format

• Introduction: Case context and objectives.
• Case Presentation: Patient details, history, symptoms, and findings.
• Intervention/Outcome: Management approach and results.
• Discussion: Case significance and relevance.

• Abstracts may be accepted as oral or poster presentations.
• The presenting author must attend the congress in person.
• Detailed presentation guidelines will be provided in the acceptance notification.
• Accepted abstracts will be published in the APSIC 2026 e-abstract book and selected abstracts in the online supplement of Antimicrobial Stewardship & Healthcare Epidemiology (ASHE), the official journal of APSIC 2026.
• By submitting an abstract, authors agree to its publication on the APSIC 2026 website and in ASHE.
• Authors presenting their work at APSIC 2026 grant permission for their presentations to be recorded, stored, and shared by the organisers.