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Introducing Our Co-Sponsor:
Academia Ophthalmologica Internationalis
Issue 5 -
September 2025
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We are pleased to
announce that
Academia Ophthalmologica
Internationalis (AOI) will be the Co-sponsor
of the APAO 2026 Congress and will present three
symposiums in our enriching scientific program.
AOI traces its origin
to the Act of Foundation signed on March 7, 1975. It is
organized and operated to conserve the ethics and
preserve the history of ophthalmology, to enhance
education in ophthalmology and allied fields, and to
promote and advance the science and art of ophthalmology
among all peoples and nations. It is a
university-centered international organization committed
to excellence in education, research, and culturally
appropriate medical services to preserve and restore
vision for people of the world. Currently, AOI’s Active
and Emeritus membership represents 33 countries around
the world.
We thank AOI for its
continuous partnership and look forward to insightful
exchanges that its expertise will bring to our event! |
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We extend our sincere
thanks to the
Scientific Program Committee
for their exceptional work in shaping the scientific
content of the APAO 2026 Congress. This dedicated group
of 136 experts from 24 countries and territories has
been instrumental in curating the 19 subspecialty
programs and the wet lab program that reflect the latest
developments and best practices in ophthalmology.
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The deadline
for submitting
English
abstracts to the APAO 2026 Congress has
been extended to
September 29, 2025 (23:59 Hong Kong
Time). If you have yet to share your
groundbreaking research, now is the time to log
in to our
congress system
and take action!
Chinese
submissions remain open until
October
20, 2025 (23:59 Hong Kong Time). But we
definitely encourage you to
start early and avoid
rushing the writing process.
For more details about the requirements for
abstracts in both languages, please refer to our
submission guidelines. |
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For the first time,
the Best of the Best Poster Discussion
Competition will be held during the APAO
Congress. After our abstract reviewers shortlist top
posters from each subspecialty, their presenting
authors will be invited to present live to a panel
of expert judges. Session winners receive the
Best Poster Discussion Award certificates at the
award ceremony. More excitingly, the overall
champion takes home the Best of the Best Poster
Discussion Award — plus an iPad!
Beyond this new
acclaim, we will also celebrate excellence through a
range of annual awards. Please watch these videos to
find out more: |
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Don’t miss the
chance to apply for our
travel grants
by September 30, 2025! Competition is
keen — It is highly recommended that you allow
ample time for submission to avoid any
last-minute hiccups.
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Another key
deadline to note is the end of the early bird
registration period.
Register for
the Congress by October 30, 2025, to
enjoy a discounted rate! |
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All young ophthalmologists
attending APAO 2026 are invited to join "Mission
Explorer", a brand-new activity designed to enhance your
congress experience. Participants who complete a full
list of designated events (to be released closer to the
Congress) will stand a chance to win one of the five
special prizes, generously sponsored by Roche.
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Alongside the
academically stimulating scientific program,
APAO 2026 offers an array of events where
delegates can network with peers. Check out our
Social Programs web page
and mark your calendar accordingly! |
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Important Datess
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English
Abstract Submission Closes |
September 29,
2025 |
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Chinese
Abstract Submission Closes |
October 20,
2025 |
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Early Bird
Registration Closes |
October 30,
2025 |
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Advance
Registration Closes |
January 15,
2026 |
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On-site
Registration |
February 5 –
8, 2026 |
† All
the dates are indicated in Hong Kong Time (GMT +8).
Please check the time difference from your location to
avoid missing any deadlines.
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To ensure that emails from APAO 2026
reach your inbox and are not
mistaken
as spam, please consider adding
secretariat@apaocongress.org
to your address book.
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Guangzhou Headquarters:
APAO
c/o State Key Laboratory (Ophthalmology)
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center
Sun Yat-Sen University 1/F, No.7 Jinsui Road
Zhujiang New Town, Tianhe District, Guangzhou
Guangdong, P.R. China
Tel: (852) 5661-1026
WhatsApp / Wechat Call: (852) 5661-1026 |
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Hong Kong Office:
APAO
c/o Department of Ophthalmology and Visual
Sciences
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 4/F
Hong Kong Eye Hospital
147K Argyle Street
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 3943-5827
Fax: (852) 2715-9490 |
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