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Cell Bio 2026 Scientific Session Proposal Submission Form

We’re excited for your interest in this year’s scientific program!

Please review the available sessions types below thoroughly before beginning and completing the form below.

Choosing a Session Type:

Minisymposia (120 minutes | 8-10 presenters) – These sessions offer in-depth explorations of fundamental areas within cell biology. A series of scientific research talks presenting significant findings will each follow with Q&A. Talks are selected from abstract submissions. Each session concentrates on a singular research topic, reflecting core themes in the field.

Special Interest Subgroups (120 minutes | 6-10 presenters) – Subgroup sessions aim to highlight groundbreaking findings and foster discussions on the latest developments in the field. Organizers will identify and invite presenters to give talks in the session. Each session focuses on a singular topic, exploring cutting-edge and emerging areas in cell science, showcasing innovating research within the community.

Scientific Workshops (75 minutes | 3-4 presenters) – Scientific Workshop sessions focus on in-depth or hands-on training and collaboration on a specific topic or skill. These sessions aim to build skills in an interactive learning setting with practical exercises or demonstrations. Organizers will identify and invite presenters to give talks in the session.

Eligibility: All ASCB members (all career levels are encouraged to apply)

SESSION INFORMATION

Please select which type of session you are proposing:
This title is subject to change per recommendations from the program committees’ review.
Use only language that will be seen by the attendees’ in it’s final format. Any commentary to the reviewers should be added to the “Additional Information” field.
Please provide, at minimum, names and institutions. Speakers must not be pre-invited or confirmed before official acceptance notification is received.

ORGANIZER INFORMATION

Submitting Organizer(Required)
Are you an ASCB member?(Required)
Session organizers must be members of ASCB to participate.
ASCB strongly recommends no more than 6 organizers to a session.
Organizer #2(Required)
Organizer #3(Required)
Organizer #4(Required)
Organizer #5(Required)
Organizer #6(Required)

TERMS & ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I confirm all organizers are ASCB members.(Required)
I understand that I may be asked to merge my session with another proposal or slightly alter the topic for the best interests of the overall program.(Required)
I will not pre-invite my speakers unless my application is accepted, and I receive notification to do so.(Required)
I understand all co-organizers and all speakers must pay for meeting registration and abstract fees (if applicable).(Required)
I understand that I (and my co-organizers) can only organizer one scientific session this year. If I apply and I am accepted to more than one scientific session, I must choose one to participate in and notify ASCB staff immediately.(Required)
I understand speakers can only give a talk in one scientific session this year. If speakers are accepted to give multiple talks, they must select one.(Required)
If selected, I understand I will have to ensure all invited speakers submit abstract by the June abstract deadline.(Required)
If selected, I understand I will be required to be available to review abstracts and/or build my session per the schedule set by ASCB staff.(Required)

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