Abstract submission has closed for the 2026 In Vitro Biology Meeting.

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Featured Oral Presentation Spotlight

Starting with the 2026 meeting, we are introducing a new 30-minute presentation format: Featured Oral Presentations. Speakers will be selected through the same peer-reviewed abstract process used for regular Oral Presentations, but the extended time slot will allow them to explore their research in far greater depth. Presenters will be responsible for the abstract submission fee as well as all travel and meeting expenses. We believe this longer format will enrich the experience for both speakers and attendees, giving scientists at every career stage a valuable platform to showcase their discoveries. This year’s current Featured Topic is Plant Synthetic Biology. Other topics may be added prior to the start of the meeting.

Lightning Talks – Spark Attendee Curiosity

Lightning Talks are concise 5-minute oral presentations which are an opportunity for poster presenters to give a preview of their research and entice the audience to visit them in the Exhibit Hall. These special oral presentations will be limited to a maximum of 3 slides which will be advanced by a convener. Speakers are encouraged to keep their message simple, explain the broader significance or “big picture” of their research, and focus on key takeaways. Presenters will be able to provide greater details while standing at their poster during their assigned poster session immediately following the Lightning Talks. These presentations have replaced the Interactive Poster Sessions. We hope this combination Oral and Poster Presentation opportunity will be beneficial to both presenter and audience alike.

ROLLING ABSTRACT ACCEPTANCE AND MODIFICATION AFTER ACCEPTANCE

SIVB will publish all accepted abstracts after the meeting as a proceedings. This means that not only are abstracts accepted and placed in the program after each deadline, but you now have an opportunity to modify your abstract after acceptance and provide the most accurate data in our final publication. Submit your abstract now to have guaranteed placement and the best chance to receive the presentation type you want in the program. Early placement will also allow you to apply for funding or visas. Should you receive updated results of your research, you can adjust your abstract up until the meeting. PLEASE NOTE: Significant modifications to your abstract may result in re-review of your submission by the Program Committee.

VIRTUAL PRESENTATION OPTIONS

Those who are unable to travel to the meeting in Reno but still want to submit their research can submit an abstract for consideration as a Virtual Poster Presentation or Silent Abstract.

Virtual Posters

Virtual Poster authors will upload a PDF of their poster and will have the opportunity to record a description of their work.  You may choose the option for a “Virtual Poster” when you complete your submission.  Virtual Poster Authors are required to register for the On-Demand Limited Access Program. NOTE: Please do not submit an abstract for a poster, lightning talk, or oral presentation if you are not attending the in-person meeting.

Silent Abstracts

The Silent Abstract is a special abstract category for authors unable to attend the meeting. Abstracts submitted for the Silent Abstract category follow the same abstract format, abstract fee, and scientific review/acceptance by the program committee; and, if accepted, will be printed in the abstract book. NOTE: Please do not submit an abstract for a poster, lightning talk, or oral presentation if you are not attending the in-person meeting.

Student Abstract Verification Requirement

All abstracts submitted by students will be required to have their supervisor review and approve the submitted abstract in our online system. Students will need to include the name and email address of their professor/supervisor on the Author page when submitting their work. To complete the submission, the student’s supervisor will be sent a an email with a direct link to log into the Abstract Scorecard and approve the content and co-authors of the abstract. Once approved, the student will be allowed to log back in and complete the abstract submission process. Directions for this process will also be provided when submitting your student abstract online.