General Notices

The 2026 National Health Research Conference, collaboratively hosted by the Ministry of Health; Tobago House of Assembly; Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies; The University of Trinidad and Tobago; The University of the Southern Caribbean; the Regional Health Authorities; and the Trinidad and Tobago National Nursing Association, invites researchers, academics, policymakers and practitioners to submit abstracts examining health innovation, research and collaboration.

The conference, which is being held under the theme of Building a Healthier Nation Through Innovation, Research and Collaboration, will explore how healthcare frameworks, innovative practices and collaborative research can be leveraged to build a healthier nation. Discussions will focus on driving practical, evidence-based solutions across various healthcare sectors while addressing modern medical challenges and opportunities.

Submission Guidelines

Authors are invited to submit abstracts that align with the conference theme or address critical health areas. Abstracts should clearly outline the core research, methodology and findings.

For full submission requirements and to submit your abstract, please visit the official submission page by clicking here

Visit the conference website by clicking here

Deadline for Receipt of Abstracts: July 17, 2026

Contact: Dr. Marsha Ivey (sta-associatedean.publicrelations@sta.uwi.edu)