4 - 8 May 2026 • Colombo, Sri Lanka
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
opens on 1 June 2025
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We are thrilled to announce that abstract submissions are now open! Submit your abstract and share your knowledge with the world's largest community of shark, ray, and chimaera enthusiasts.
Key Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 November 2025
Decision Notifications: 31 January 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 15 February 2026
Registration Deadline for Accepted Abstracts: 28 February 2026
All presenters must register before the early bird deadline to confirm their participation. While attendance is open to all, only those submitting an abstract will be considered for a presentation or poster.
How to Submit an Abstract:
1️⃣ Log in to the abstract submission portal above with your credentials. If you don’t have an account, you can create one for free.
2️⃣ Click "New Abstract".
3️⃣ Enter your title, authors and affiliations, your 250-word abstract and 5 keywords.
4️⃣ Choose your preferred session. Click here to access the full list [link to a PDF]. If none of them are applicable, please select: “No particular session/any session”.
5️⃣ Choose your preferred presentation type (12-minute talk, 3-minute speed talk) or poster, and provide a second choice. While we aim to honour your first preference, adjustments may be necessary.
6️⃣ Submit your abstract by 15 November 2025. Each submission will undergo independent review by at least two experts.
7️⃣ Register by 28 February 2026 to secure your presentation slot — failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of your acceptance.
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Questions? Contact us at abstracts@si2026.org
We look forward to your contributions and to an exciting conference in
Colombo, Sri Lanka (4 – 8 May 2026)!