ACS Innovation Summit Abstract Submission Guidelines - Submission Deadlines, Categories, and Specifications

Sep 21, 2026

Uploaded by Skyler

Annual ACS Innovation Summit abstract submission guidelines for presenting simulation-based surgical education research. Defines key dates, including the August 5, 2026 submission deadline, later notification and registration timing, and the in-person summit in Chicago in March 2027. Covers two abstract categories (Completed vs In-Progress), award types, allowable presentation formats, required abstract structure, topics, word limits, author limits, table/figure rules, blind-review disclosure obligations, and submission constraints after the deadline.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages4

Reading Time10 min

AccessFree to download

Submission Deadline and Key Dates

Submission Eligibility and Originality Requirements

Abstract Categories and Presentation Formats

Completed Original Research

In-Progress Original Research

Topics and Awards

Abstract Specifications

Author, Word Limit, and Structure

Table and Figure Criteria

Blind Review and Disclosures

Integrity and Disclosure Requirements

Presentation Information

Annual ACS Innovation Summit Abstract Submission Guidelines Present your research at the premiere meeting for simulation-based surgical education SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 11:59 pm Central Time Key Dates • Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – Submission Deadline • Revisions and late submissions are not accepted after the deadline. • November 2, 2026-Notification of Acceptance • November 2, 2026 – Registration for the Summit Opens • March 11 – 12, 2027 –ACS Innovation Summit (in person, onsite in Chicago) Highlights • Opportunity to present your work atthe premiere meeting for simulation-based surgical education. • Collaborative research studies and research representing all surgical specialties and all disciplines that utilize simulation are encouraged. • Submissions from international researchers and medical students are encouraged. • Two abstract categories to choose from– Completed Original Research and In-Progress Original Research • Three types of awards– Best in Show Award for Best Podium Presentation, three Posters of Distinction, and complimentary registration awarded to the highest scored abstract from a medical student. • All abstracts presented as a podium or poster presentation will be posted on the ACS website in an electronic abstract publication and may be cited on your CV and in academic publications. • Manuscripts from podium presenters (Completed Research only) are invited and considered for publication in the Surgery Journal. If you have any technical issues or questions, please contact Technical Support at 217-398-1792 or[acs@support.ctimeetingtech.com.](acs@support.ctimeetingtech.com. Technical Support)[ Technical Support](acs@support.ctimeetingtech.com. Technical Support) is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm Central Time. Anyother questions can be sent [to](to edinstitutes@facs.org)[ edinstitutes@facs.org](to edinstitutes@facs.org). Submission Information All those involved in the delivery of simulation-based surgical education and training are invited to submit an abstract containing a concise summary of their research. All submitted abstracts must be original works that have not been previously published and will be presented for the first time at the 2027 ACS Innovation Summit. Two Categories Completed Original Research Abstracts must present original research findings in simulation-based surgical education or innovative implementation methods. Include an introduction, methods, results, and conclusion. Abstracts without study results should be submitted to the “InProgress Research” category; do not use phrases like “data will be presented.” Completed Research submissions are eligible for Paper (Oral) or Poster Presentations. If selected for a Paper (Oral) Presentation, authors must submit a manuscript to the Surgery Journal after the meeting. In-Progress Original Research Abstracts may be in the development phase or early stages of implementation and should include an introduction, methods, preliminary results, and next steps. Priority is given to work likely to be completed. In-Progress Research is only eligible for Poster Presentation. If selected, authors cannot submit a manuscript to the Surgery Journal; only completed studies may be considered. Topics Abstracts may be submitted on any topic related to simulation-based surgical education, but we are specifically calling for abstracts on the following topics: Artificial Intelligence Curriculum Development Education Strategies Faculty Development Human Factors, Ergonomics, & Wellness Immersive Technologies Quality Improvement Interprofessional Education Learner/Skill Assessments Program Evaluation & ROI Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, & Systems Integration Robotics Simulator & Medical Device Development Surgical Outcomes Other There is no limit to the number of abstracts you may submit, however a single author may present no more than thr

FAQs

What is the submission deadline for the ACS Innovation Summit abstract?

The submission deadline is Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 11:59 pm Central Time. Revisions and late submissions are not accepted after the deadline.

What are the two abstract categories, and how do they differ?

The categories are Completed Original Research and In-Progress Original Research. Completed abstracts must include results; in-progress abstracts should include preliminary results and next steps, and are eligible only for poster presentation.

What are the core abstract requirements and limits?

Abstracts must follow an Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusions structure, with a 300-word maximum. The maximum number of authors is 10 (including the lead author), and submissions must include no identifying author or institution information.

Sep 21, 2026

Uploaded by Skyler