Call for Abstracts
Share your research and contribute to advancing One Health in Somalia
Submission Deadline
April 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM (EAT)
Submission period: March 5 – April 8, 2026
Abstract Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines carefully when preparing your submission
Format Requirments
- Word count: 300-350 words (excluding title and author information)
- Language: English
- Font: Times New Roman, 12pt
- File format: Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF
Structure
Your abstract must include the following sections:
- Background: Context and rationale for the study
- Methods: Study design, setting, and analytical approaches
- Results: Key findings with specific data/outcomes
- Conclusion: Implications and recommendations
Presentation Types
Oral Presentation
10-minute presentation
Poster Presentation
Visual display with author-led discussion sessions
Virtual Presentation
Pre-recorded or live online presentation (if unable to attend in person)
Select Your Subtheme
Please indicate which conference subtheme(s) your abstract addresses:
Subtheme 1
One Health Governance, Workforce Development, and Community Engagement
Subtheme 2
Pandemic Preparedness, Integrated Surveillance, and Early Warning Systems
Subtheme 3
Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance and Stewardship
Subtheme 4
Environmental drivers and Health System Resilience
Subtheme 5
Digital Health, Artificial Intelligence, and Innovation for One Health
Review Process
All abstracts undergo peer review
Submission
Submit your abstract through the online portal by April 8, 2026
Peer Review
Scientific committee conducts review based on relevance, quality, and originality
Notification
Acceptance decisions communicated by April 20, 2026
Presentation
Present your work at SOHC 2026 on May 5-6, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
Relevance
Alignment with conference theme and subthemes
Scientific Quality
Methodological rigor and validity of findings
Originality
Novel contributions to One Health knowledge
Clarity
Clear presentation and logical structure
Impact
Potential policy or practice implications
Feasibility
Appropriateness of methods and analysis
Submit Your Abstract
Complete the form below to submit your abstract
Need Help?
For technical assistance or questions about abstract submission, please contact: oneheatlh-conference@arachti.org