Call for abstracts

Share Your Work at WVPAC 2027

The Scientific Committee of the 24th World Veterinary Poultry Association Congress invites researchers, veterinarians, academics, students and industry professionals to submit abstracts for WVPAC 2027, taking place in Brussels, Belgium, from 30 August to 3 September 2027.

WVPAC 2027 welcomes original scientific work, novel analyses, new field observations, clinical experience, educational content and evidence-based reviews relevant to poultry health, welfare and production. Submissions concerning all avian species relevant to poultry production, health, welfare and food safety are welcome.

Accepted abstracts will be considered for an oral presentation or poster presentation. The Scientific Committee will determine the final presentation format. Acceptance of an abstract does not guarantee an oral presentation.

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Important dates

Activity	Date
Abstract submission opens	October 2026
Abstract submission deadline	15 March 2027
Abstract review period	15 March to 30 April 2027
Notification of abstract acceptance	15 May 2027
WVPAC 2027	30 August to 3 September 2027

Topics of Interest

Abstracts are welcomed on all aspects of poultry health, welfare and production, including:

1. Avian influenza
2. Respiratory diseases of poultry (viral and bacterial)
3. Immunosuppressive and oncogenic viral diseases
4. Other viral diseases of poultry
5. Bacterial diseases of poultry (non-respiratory)
6. Foodborne pathogens and zoonoses (Salmonella, Campylobacter)
7. Parasitic diseases of poultry
8. Immunology, vaccines and vaccination strategies
9. Novel diagnostics, epidemiology and surveillance
10. Gut health, microbiome and alternatives to antibiotics
11. Antimicrobial use and resistance
12. Metabolic, non-infectious and production-related diseases
13. Animal welfare, stress and host–environment interactions
14. Management and biosecurity
15. Special case reports
16. Genetics of disease resistance and resilience
17. Other topics in poultry health, welfare and production

Authors must select one Primary Category and one Secondary Category that best reflect the scientific content of their abstract. The Scientific Committee reserves the right to reassign abstracts to a different category where appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of presentations are accepted?

WVPA Congress 2027 accepts Oral Presentations and Poster Presentations. The Organising Committee will determine the final presentation format.

How do I submit my abstract?

All abstracts must be submitted in English via the online abstract submission system. Submissions by email or other methods will not be accepted.

How many abstracts can I submit?

Each person may submit a maximum of 2 abstracts.

Who should present the abstract?

The first author is the presenting author by default and must be included in the author list. The presenter must attend the congress in person, be registered as a delegate and pay the applicable registration fees.

What is the maximum length of an abstract?

Abstracts may contain a maximum of 300 words.

What should the abstract include?

The recommended structure is:

• Introduction
• Purpose
• Methods
• Results

Conclusion(s)

Can I submit an abstract that has already been published or presented elsewhere?

No. Abstracts must contain original material and should not have been published or presented at a previous international congress, unless there has been a substantial update to the data.

In which language should I write my abstract?

All abstracts must be submitted and presented in English, with correct spelling and grammar.

Can I edit my abstract after submitting it?

No. Once submitted, an abstract cannot be edited. If you need to make changes, you must withdraw the abstract and resubmit it before the submission deadline. This is not possible after the deadline.

Can I withdraw my abstract?

Yes. Authors may withdraw their abstract directly through the online abstract submission system before the submission deadline.

What happens if my abstract is accepted?

Acceptance means the author is committed to presenting the abstract in person at WVPA Congress 2027 in Brussels, Belgium. The first author/presenter must complete congress registration and payment by the required deadline. If this is not completed, the abstract will be withdrawn.