Submission Guidelines

Guidelines for Abstract & Course/Workshop Submission: Joint SSO2026 | WCO6 Optometry Conference

27–29 November 2026 Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center

Submit your abstract before April 15, 2026

  27–29 Nov2026Riyadh RICEC

Submit your abstract before April 15, 2026

To ensure a diverse and high-impact program, submissions should be categorized

into one of the following themes:

  •  Clinical Optometry: (Glaucoma, Cornea & Contact Lenses, Pediatric

Optometry, Anterior Segment, Low Vision, etc.).

  •  Vision Science: (Myopia control, Binocular vision, Visual Electrophysiology,

Advanced Imaging, etc.).

  • Public Health: (Vision 2030 goals, eye care accessibility, school screening

programs, community health initiatives, etc.).

  • Education & Professional Development: (Optometry legislation, clinical

training, AI in eye care, curriculum development, etc.).

Submission Platform: All submissions must be submitted through the

official conference submission portal.

  •  Title: The title should be concise and accurately reflect the content.
  •  Authors: List all authors with their affiliations.
  •  Word Limit: Abstracts should not exceed 350 words, excluding the title, authors, and keywords.
  •  Keywords: Include a maximum of 3 keywords.
  • Conflict of Interest/Financial Disclosure: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest or financial support.
  •  Structure:

Research Abstract (Free Papers & E-Posters):

1- Background/Objectives: A brief introduction including the objectives/aim or hypothesis.

2- Design and Methods: Description of the research methodology.

3- Results: Summary of the main findings.

4- Conclusions: Implications and overall outcome of the results.

For Case Study:

1- Introduction: Brief background of the case.

2- Case Description: Detailed presentation of the patient’s history, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

3- Conclusion: Summary of key findings and recommendations.

  • Title: Concise title and a brief description (max 50 words) for the program schedule.
  • Duration: Indicate preferred length (e.g., 60 minutes, 90 minutes, Half-day).
  •  Learning Objectives: State three to five measurable learning objectives.
  • Target Audience: Specify the experience level (e.g., General Practitioner, Specialist, Researcher).
  •  Detailed Outline/Content: A comprehensive description of the content and structure of the course/workshop (max 350 words).
  •  Instructors: List all instructors and their qualifications.
  •  Blind Review: All abstracts will undergo a blind peer-review process. Do not include any identifying information in the abstract body.
  • Criteria: Submissions will be evaluated based on originality, scientific merit, relevance to the conference theme, clarity of presentation, and potential impact. Course/Workshop proposals will be evaluated on relevance, educational value, and instructor expertise.
  •  Oral Presentations (Lectures)
  •  Oral Presentations (Case Studies)
  •  Oral Presentations (Free Papers)
  • Poster Presentations (Posters)
  • Courses/Workshops (Educational Sessions)

 *Template for the oral and poster presentation will be shared after the

selection of abstracts. Course/Workshop organizers will be contacted

directly regarding logistical needs.

  •  All research must have been conducted in accordance with ethical

guidelines and regulations (e.g., Declaration of Helsinki).

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