Medical Genetics and Genomic Fellowship Program Research Day 2026
Advancing Genomic Medicine Through Research, Innovation and Artificial Intelligence
Event Details
17 September 2026
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, Riyadh
Abstract Submission End Date
Abstract@ssmg.org.sa
Target Audience
Fellows, Geneticists, Clinicians, Researchers, Laboratory Professionals and Students.
Objectives
Promote research excellence, innovation and collaboration in genomic medicine.
Networking
Connect with experts, peers and industry leaders in the field of genetics and genomics.
CME Accredited
Application for CME accreditation is in progress.
Guidelines for Abstract Submission
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Submission, Deadline
Abstracts have to be submitted exclusively by email to: Abstract@ssmg.org.sa
Deadline for submission is 15 August 2026
The first author should be the presenting author and should be SCFHS genetic fellow.
Authors can submit their abstracts for oral presentation, poster presentation or both.
There is no difference in submission of abstracts for oral or poster presentations. Submitted abstracts cannot be modified after the submission.
The presenting author must be listed first and must be the author that submits the abstract.
Size, Content
The abstract is limited to 2,000 characters including spaces.
Abstracts must be structured as follows: Background, Case Study / Methods, Results, Discussion/Conclusion
The title should be written in standard sentence style with lower case letters (except first word, names, human gene names [always upper-case letters & italics], etc.).
The text should be grammatically suitable for publication.
Special characters can be included during submission.
Non-standard abbreviations must be defined in the text.
Drugs must be mentioned by generic names, not trade names.
Submitted abstracts must provide results and not announcements; stating that “Findings will be discussed…” or similar is not acceptable.
The usage of special formatting should be limited.
Conditions, Requirements
The presenter is responsible for compliance with data protection, copyrights, ethical regulations and laws.
The abstract should be novel. It is acceptable to submit abstracts related to information already reported at another conference or in a journal provided that new information will also be presented. The authors should declare this during submission and make clear the new information that will be presented. To secure anonymity of the review process, names and locations should not be disclosed in the abstract.
Accepted abstracts will be reviewed for typing errors and will be corrected, if necessary.
All listed authors have to consent to the abstract text.
Conflicts of interest through commercial benefits have to be disclosed.
When submitting an abstract, please note that figures and tables are not permitted. Only text is accepted for submission.
Review, Registration
All submitted abstracts will be reviewed anonymously by several experts.
Evaluation criteria are: Aim(s) and objective(s), materials and methodology, results and conclusions.
Abstracts that contain formal errors (multi-topic submission, not anonymised) will be rejected.
Abstracts may be selected for one of the following presentation forms:
E-mail notifications about acceptance or rejection will be sent to the presenting author subsequent to the reviewing process by 3rd of September 2026
Medical Genetics and Genomics Fellowship Program
Research Day 2026
Poster Presentation Guidelines
Date: 17 September 2026
Venue: King Salman Auditorium, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh
Poster Specifications
Poster Size
- Maximum dimensions:
- Height: 120 cm
- Width: 90 cm
- Orientation:
- Portrait (vertical) only
- Posters exceeding the permitted size may not be displayed.
Poster Format
Authors are encouraged to use the following structure:
- Title
- Authors
- Affiliations
- Introduction
- Objectives
- Methods
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusions
- References (optional)
- Acknowledgements (optional)
Font Recommendations
| Section | Recommended Size |
|---|---|
| Title | 70–90 pt |
| Authors | 40–50 pt |
| Headings | 32–40 pt |
| Body text | 24–30 pt |
| Figure legends | ≥20 pt |
Use clear sans-serif fonts such as:
- Arial
- Calibri
- Helvetica
Design Recommendations
- Use a white or light background.
- Use high contrast colours.
- Avoid excessive text.
- Present information using:
- Tables
- Graphs
- Flowcharts
- Clinical photographs (with appropriate consent)
- Radiological images
- Molecular figures
- Pedigrees
- Ensure all images have sufficient resolution (minimum 300 dpi).
Content Recommendations
The poster should clearly communicate:
- Research question
- Scientific rationale
- Methodology
- Key findings
- Clinical relevance
- Future directions
For case reports, include:
- Background
- Clinical presentation
- Investigations
- Molecular diagnosis
- Management
- Learning points
QR Code
Authors are encouraged to include a QR code linking to:
- Full manuscript
- Supplementary material
- Institutional webpage
- Published article (if available)
References
Use Vancouver referencing style.
Limit to 5–10 key references.
Logos
The top of the poster should include:
- Medical Genetics and Genomics Fellowship Program
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties
- Host Institution logo
- Saudi Society of Medical Genetics (if applicable)
Poster Number
Leave a blank space (approximately 15 × 15 cm) in the upper right corner for the conference poster number.
Mounting Instructions
- Posters should be mounted between 08:00–09:00 on the day of the conference.
- Mounting materials will be provided by the Organizing Committee.
- Posters must remain displayed throughout the meeting.
- Posters should be removed between 15:00–15:30.
- Posters remaining after the designated removal time may be discarded.
Poster Presentation
Presenting authors should be available during the designated Poster Session.
Presentation time:
- 5-minute presentation
- 3-minute discussion
Judges may ask additional questions.
Poster Judging Criteria
| Criterion | Marks |
|---|---|
| Scientific originality | 20 |
| Clinical significance | 20 |
| Methodology | 15 |
| Data presentation | 15 |
| Poster design | 10 |
| Discussion & conclusions | 10 |
| Presenter communication | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Printing
- Posters should be printed in high resolution (minimum 300 dpi).
- Matte finish is recommended to reduce glare.
- Laminating is optional.
Best Poster Awards
Awards will be presented for:
- Best oral presentation for medical genetics fellow
- Best oral presentation for molecular genetics fellow
- second Best oral presentation for medical genetics fellow
- Best poster presentation for medical genetics fellow
- Best second poster for medical genetics fellow
Closing date for submission of poster is 10 September 2026
Submit posters to
Abstract@ssmg.org.sa