Call for poster abstracts and applications for the start-up pitch
At the AMR Conference, scientists from research institutions and from companies will have the opportunity to present posters showcasing recent scientific advances in the field of antimicrobial resistance. Abstracts can be submitted starting on October 13, 2025. Requirements for the submission of abstracts can be found below.
In addition, young biotech companies active in the AMR field will have the chance to present at the start-up pitch on the first day of the conference. Applications can be submitted starting on November 24, 2025. For further details, please see below.
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Call for poster abstracts
The call for poster abstracts will open on October 13, 2025
Please use the form to submit your poster abstract for review by clicking the submit button below.
Scope and procedure
We cordially invite scientists from SMEs and academic institutions to submit an abstract for a poster presentation addressing one or more of the following AMR topics:
- Basic understanding of bacterial infections
- Novel antibacterial therapies
- Studies into antibiotic mechanism of action
- Preclinical development of novel treatments including supporting technologies
- Novel diagnostics
- AI approaches
- Clinical trial designs
Commercial presentations, such as those for CRO services, are not accepted.
Abstract submission
The abstract text may not be longer than a maximum of 2,500 characters. A maximum of one picture or graph can be included per abstract. You will receive a confirmation after submission. Changes in the abstract are not possible after submission.
Participation details
The deadline for abstract submission is January 7, 2026. Abstracts will be reviewed by a scientific committee. The committee will assess abstracts with regard to scientific excellence and relevance and will nominate poster presentations. You will be notified about the outcome of your poster application by mid-January 2026. There is no fee for the poster presentation. The presenting author will get one complimentary full conference ticket. Authors of accepted posters will receive a promo code for the online registration. A jury will select the best three posters during the conference and the authors will be awarded a prize of up to 1’000 Euro
Questions?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@amr-conference.com.
Apply for start-up pitch
Applications can be submitted starting on November 24, 2025
Apply for your chance to pitch at the INCATE start-up session at the AMR Conference and potentially win 10’000 Euro.
Scope and procedure
We are looking for translational projects, startups younger than 5 years and with less than 5 million Euro raised. We are open in this competition to all products and technologies that can help in the fight against AMR. This includes therapeutics, platform technologies, diagnostics, vaccines, digital health tools.
Application submission
To apply for the start-up pitch you will need to upload a pitch deck and a short video using a separate form. You can reach the form by clicking the button below.
Participation details
The deadline for applications is January 7, 2026.
Applications will be reviewed by an expert panel. The panel will select ten finalists for the start-up pitch at the AMR Conference based on originality and commercial potential. You will be notified about the outcome of your application by mid-January 2026. Selected companies will receive one free ticket to the AMR Conference. The start-up pitch will take place live on stage on March 3, 2026 at 6 pm. All applicants are eligible for a discounted ticket.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@amr-conference.com.