ICBME 2026 invites proposals for special symposia that explore emerging and interdisciplinary topics. Special symposia are central to ICBME, fostering vibrant discussions on the current and future state of biomedical engineering across research, applications, education, industry and entrepreneurship.

Proposals may incorporate keynote and invited talks, panel discussions, live demonstrations, hands-on tutorials, or other creative formats that stimulate exchange of ideas and collaboration.

ICBME promotes diversity and inclusion. When selecting speakers, we kindly ask proposers to consider a balanced representation of nationalities and genders.

Special Symposium Important Dates

NameDate
Special Symposium Proposal Submission1 March to 31 May 2026
Notification of SS AcceptanceBy 30 June 2026
Speakers’ Abstract Submission1 July to 31 July 2026
Author Registration Deadline31 October 2026
Special Symposiums Proposal Submission:
1 March – 31 May 2026
Notification of SS Acceptance:
By 30 June 2026
Speakers' Abstract Submission:
By 31 July 2026
Author Registration Deadline:
31 October 2026

Submission Guidelines

Each session will be 90 minutes and may be structured in one of the following formats: 

  • One keynote presentation (30 minutes) together with four invited presentations (15 minutes each), or
  • Six invited presentations (15 minutes each)