APSIC 2026 Travel Award Information

The APSIC 2026 Travel Award recognizes and supports outstanding early-career researchers in infection prevention and control. This award provides financial assistance to promising young investigators, enabling them to attend APSIC 2026, present their research, engage with global experts, and advance their professional development. Through this initiative, APSIC reaffirms its commitment to fostering the next generation of leaders dedicated to advancing infection prevention and patient safety worldwide.

Presenting authors who have submitted an abstract for the 12th International Congress of the Asia Pacific Society of Infection Control (APSIC) 2026 are invited to apply for the APSIC 2026 Travel Award.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Applicants must be under 35 years old at the time of the congress.
  • The applicant must be the presenting author of either a poster or oral presentation.

Application Procedure

Applications will be reviewed by the APSIC Committee. The committee's decision is final, and no appeals will be entertained. 

If you fulfil the eligibility criteria as mentioned above, please provide the following:

  • A letter of interest from the applicant (maximum 500 words)
    • Highlight your contributions and achievements in infection prevention and control and/or antimicrobial stewardship.
    • Explain how attending APSIC 2026 will support your professional development.
    • Share your motivation for applying and how your participation could bring about positive changes within your institution, community, or country.
    • Provide relevant examples of your work or research in infection prevention, healthcare epidemiology, or related areas.
    • A short curriculum vitae (CV) not exceeding one page. 
  • A letter of recommendation from a person in supervisory or managerial role 
  • A copy of the applicant's passport.
  • A recent photograph of the applicant.
  • A 3-minute video detailing why the applicant should be selected for the award.

All required documents must be uploaded along with the abstract through the abstract submission portal. The submission deadline is 1 March 2026. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission. Incomplete applications that do not meet the stated requirements will not be considered.

APSIC 2026 Travel Award Benefits:

  • Recognition as an APSIC 2026 Travel Award recipient.
  • APSIC 2026 registration fee waiver.
  • Financial support covering accommodation and travel expenses (return economy airfare) up to a maximum of USD 1170 will be provided upon on a reimbursement basis. 

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