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ITMIG & LALCA26 Joint Conference
LALCA Abstract Submission Opens April 6!
Please review the information below related to abstract submissions for the IASLC Latin America Conference on Lung Cancer. This is a valuable opportunity to present your research, share innovative concepts, and connect with leaders in the field.
We encourage you to carefully read the frequently asked questions, key dates, and submission guidelines provided below before preparing your submission.
| Abstract Submission Opens | April 6, 2026 |
| Abstract Submission Closes | July 13, 2026 |
| Abstract Notifications | July 24, 2026 |
| Abstract Title Release | October 22, 2026 |
| Poster PDF Submission Deadline | October 29, 2026 |
| LALCA ITMIG Conference | November 12 - 14, 2026 |
- LALCA Submission Guidelines
- Research work should be original and innovative. Work can be presented prior to the LALCA ITMIG meeting but MUST include new information/data.
- Abstracts must not exceed 500 words in length (not including title and authors).
- The abstract title must not exceed 75 words in length.
- Tables may be included, and each will count as 100 words.
- A maximum of two images may be included; each will count as 100 words.
- Tables, images and graphs must be uploaded in GIF, JPEG, JPG or PNG format at 300 dpi and 100% size. Any higher resolution is acceptable.
- Abstracts must be structured with the following headings: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
- Enter the authors and affiliations at the top of the abstract.
- There is no limit to the number of co-authors.
- There is a limit of one presenting author.
- The presenting author must register by the date listed below or the abstract will be removed from the program.
- Once an abstract is submitted it cannot be deleted, modified or corrected in the system. All accepted abstracts will be published exactly as submitted.
- Any abstracts in “Draft” status after the submission deadline has passed will not be considered for review. It is the abstract submitters’ responsibility to ensure that all abstracts you wish to be reviewed have been properly submitted.
- To withdraw a submitted abstract, please contact meetings@iaslc.org. Include the abstract number and abstract title in your email
- What types of abstracts can be submitted?
- Regular Abstract
- Definition: Original scientific research that summarizes work done and major research findings.
- Required sections for abstract submission:
- Introduction
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusions
- Clinical Trials in Progress
- Definition: Ongoing trials that have not reached pre-specified endpoints for analysis.
- Required sections:
- Introduction
- Methods
- Optional sections:
- Results
- Conclusion
- Case Report
- Definition: Detailed report of symptoms, signs, diagnosis, treatment and follow up of an individual patient. Must include a minimum of three (3), but preferably five (5) cases.
- Required sections:
- Introduction including selective literature review
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusion
- Late-Breaking Abstract
- LBA designation will only be given to impactful prospective studies that will change clinical practice within the year and whose data are not available at the time of regular abstract submission due to study events and/or timelines.
- LBA designation is not a means for extending the regular abstract deadline. Highly impactful studies that have complete data should be submitted as a regular abstract and will be considered for a prominent oral presentation based on scoring by the program committee.
- For abstracts that do not meet LBA requirements the authors will be given 5 business days to update the submitted data before the abstracts are re-classified as regular abstracts and rated based on the updated information.
- Submission requirements:
- Authors of LBA must submit an intent to submit an LBA abstract through the abstract portal by the abstract submission deadline.
- Required sections for intent to submit an LBA:
- Explanation of why the abstract qualifies as late-breaking
- Introduction
- Methods, including applicable endpoints
- Types of anticipated analysis and data to be reported
- LBA Eligibility Review:
- The Committee will review all submissions with the intent to submit LBA abstracts after the regular abstract submission deadline. Authors of approved LBA applications will be notified and advised on the processes for submitting final data. Authors of abstracts not being accepted for LBA submissions will be notified and given 5 days to submit all available data before the abstract is re-classified as a regular abstract and included in the regular abstract review and scheduling process
- Regular Abstract
- What is the plagiarism policy?
- Plagiarism encompasses all of the following:
- 1. Direct: intentionally submitting another person’s words or ideas verbatim as one’s own;
- 2. Self-plagiarism: submitting work that has been previously published or presented;
- 3. Mosaic plagiarism: stringing together portions of text from other sources;
- 4. Lack of attribution: failing to appropriately identify and cite sources for language or ideas that are incorporated.
- For more information see: Das N, Panjabi M. Plagiarism: Why is it such a big issue for medical writers? Perspect Clin Res. 2011;2(2):67–71. doi:10.4103/2229-3485.80370 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3121267/
- Screening: IASLC screens all abstracts using anti-plagiarism software. Abstracts identified as having high levels of plagiarized content will be evaluated by IASLC staff and appropriate actions taken. Penalties for plagiarism may include: Rejection of abstract, and/or author(s) banned from making presentations at IASLC conferences.
- What is the artificial intelligence policy?
- The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) permits the limited use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the preparation of abstracts. Authors are expected to prepare the original scientific content and draft the abstract themselves. AI tools may be used to assist with language refinement, grammar, syntax, or organizational clarity.
- All data submitted must derive from legitimate research activities and must not be fabricated, manipulated, or generated by AI. The submitting author and all co-authors bear full responsibility for the accuracy, integrity, and originality of the abstract, including all data, analyses, and statements contained therein. Submission of an abstract constitutes formal confirmation that the authors accept complete accountability for the content and compliancewith IASLC policies.
- What languages can I use in my abstract?
- Abstracts will be accepted in English only.
- Is there a limit to the number of abstracts an author can present?
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- There is no limit to the number of poster abstracts that an author may present however authors are limited to presenting one (1) oral abstract.
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- Is industry allowed to be in a lead or senior author position for abstract submissions?
- Yes, industry is permitted to be in the lead or senior author positions in the author list of an abstract.
- Are there restrictions towards non-IASLC members presenting abstracts?
- No, both members and non-members may submit or present abstracts.
- Are abstracts from the conference published?
- All abstracts accepted by the Scientific Program Committee will be published in the Journal of Thoracic Oncology and on the conference website prior to the meeting. It is mandatory to agree to this at the time of submission.
- How do I submit my accepted poster PDF?
- Final poster PDFs should be emailed to meetings@iaslc.org and our team will upload to Lung Cancer 360.
- Who holds the copyright of the abstracts?
- The authors of the abstract, however, IASLC reserves the right to sell and retain any revenue/income from selling the abstracts, presentation materials or recordings of the presentations.
- Who holds the copyright of the presentation materials?
- The authors, however, IASLC reserves the right to publish and sell copies/recordings of the presentation materials.
- Is onsite poster printing available?
- No, poster printing services are not coordinated by the IASLC.
- When will abstracts be available for viewing?
- Abstract titles and PDF copies will be released on the program October 29, 2026. Embargoed LBA will be released upon presentation at the conference.