The Organising Committee of the 46th World Congress of Military Medicine – ICMM Abu Dhabi 2026 has officially opened submissions for scientific abstracts and research papers. These will be presented and discussed during the congress, scheduled from 9th to 13th November 2026 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
Call for Abstracts
Researchers, specialists, and students are invited to submit abstracts through the congress’s official website, www.icmm.ae, as part of the scientific programme. This programme is organised by the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with ADNEC Group and under the supervision of the International Committee of Military Medicine (ICMM).
The committee has stated that the online platform is the exclusive channel for submitting and reviewing abstracts. This ensures a transparent and efficient process for developing a scientific programme aimed at an international audience of medical and military leaders, experts, and practitioners. The submission period remains open until 30th June 2026, with the review process commencing on 1st July 2026.
Who Can Submit?
Researchers, physicians, practitioners, and students from across medical disciplines are encouraged to submit scientific abstracts. These should showcase innovations, research findings, and best practices in healthcare and medicine, contributing to scientific dialogue and the exchange of expertise and knowledge.
Scientific Programme Themes
The congress’s scientific programme will feature specialised sessions addressing the latest developments in military medicine and healthcare related to operational environments. Topics include medical readiness, disaster response, and emerging medical technologies. Additionally, workshops, professional meetings, and an accompanying exhibition will be held.
Scientific abstracts are sought across five main themes:
- Military health protection and readiness
- Advanced medical and surgical care
- Military healthcare support systems and logistics
- Innovation and emerging technologies in military medicine
- Allied healthcare disciplines
The programme will also cover additional topics such as the role of women in military service, veterinary medicine, open research presentation platforms, broader healthcare fields, and ethics and the law of armed conflict.
Exhibition and Sponsorship
Alongside the abstract platform launch, the Organising Committee announced that applications for exhibitors and exhibition space bookings are now being accepted. This provides organisations, companies, and institutions with an opportunity to showcase their solutions and services while engaging with leaders, experts, and participating delegations in an integrated environment combining a specialised scientific programme with a dedicated exhibition.
About the Congress
The 46th World Congress of Military Medicine – ICMM Abu Dhabi 2026 is a leading international scientific platform held biennially since 1921 under the supervision of the International Committee of Military Medicine. It brings together senior medical and military leaders, experts, researchers, and practitioners from over 120 countries to exchange knowledge and experience, review scientific advancements, and strengthen international cooperation in healthcare and medicine, contributing to the development and efficiency of healthcare systems.
Through this global congress, the Ministry of Defence reaffirms its commitment to supporting scientific knowledge, empowering medical professionals, and strengthening international partnerships that contribute to the development of military healthcare systems. It also ensures readiness to respond to diverse health and humanitarian challenges while reinforcing the UAE’s position as a host and destination for high-impact international initiatives.
The congress is supported by Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement as the Headline Sponsor. Hosting the 46th edition aligns with the UAE’s wise leadership directives to advance civilian and military healthcare systems, enhance medical readiness, support humanitarian efforts, and reinforce the UAE’s role as an active partner in building global health security through scientific platforms.
