PDA Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference 2026

Abstract submissions must be received by 14 April 2026 for consideration.

Abstract Submission

Timeline

Submission Deadline
14 April 2026

Last day to submit abstracts, submission site closes at 23:59 EST

Each abstract must include the following information to be considered:

Abstract Title
(Max 25 words)
Abstract Overview
(Max 200 words)
Learning Objectives
(Max 100 words)

General Information

Abstract submitters may submit up to two entries for consideration.

All presentations must be free of commercial intent. Incomplete proposals will not be considered.

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Call for Abstracts/Case Studies

The Program Planning Committee invites you to submit an abstract for a podium or poster presentation at the PDA Pharmaceutical Microbiology Conference 2026. Case studies are particularly desired.

We are seeking abstracts on a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to:

Types of Submissions

Podium

25-minute oral presentations that are part of larger concurrent sessions, featuring 2-3 podium presentations. Content should be data-driven, objective, and free of commercial bias; case studies or real-world applications are strongly encouraged. One presenter per podium presentation; co-presenters are not permitted.

Poster

Visual presentations highlighting recent advancements, case studies, research findings, or innovative approaches in the industry. Posters should present data and outcomes clearly and without commercial bias. Printed posters are displayed in the Exhibit Hall during breaks and lunches with designated times for poster presenters to engage directly with attendees.

Topics we are looking for:

Aseptic Process Simulation Design Considerations
Cleanrooms (e.g., qualification, upgrades)
Contamination Control Strategies (e.g., cleaning/disinfection, facility design, material transfer)
Data Integrity
Deviation Investigations and Reporting
Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Microbiology
Endotoxins and MAT
Environmental Monitoring (e.g., trending and specification setting, incubation conditions)
Global Regulatory Updates
Low Bioburden Manufacturing Microbiology
Microbiological Considerations for ATMPs
Modern Microbial Methods (e.g., alternative)
Mold and Microbial Contamination and Remediation
Non-Sterile Manufacturing Microbiology
Quality Risk Management
Regulatory Inspection and Enforcement Trends
Sterile or Aseptic Manufacturing Microbiology including ATMPs
Training
Viral Safety/Adventitious Agents

Poster Information

Poster presenters are responsible for printing and bringing their poster to the event.

To simplify the process, PDA will offer printing services through Shepard Expositions for an additional fee. Further details about this service will be provided if your poster is officially accepted.

Important

Poster presenters are required to pay a full conference registration fee.

Exhibition and Sponsorship Opportunities

PDA is seeking vendors who provide products/services in support of this conference. Space on-site is limited and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

To reserve your space, please contact David Hall at [email protected].