Call for abstracts
Key dates
20 November 2025
Opening of the abstract submission platform
13 February 2026
Abstract submission deadline
01 April 2026
Notification of selection to authors
30 April 2026
Early-bird registration deadline
SUBMISSION TOPICS
Please find below the list of 5 topics (and included scopes) to submit your abstract:
1. Fundamentals Instrumentation and Data
Latest developments of MS technologies: hardware and software, methodology and data analysis
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Software Innovations and Data Science in Mass Spectrometry
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Gas-phase Ion Spectroscopies
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Automation and High Throughput
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Multi-modal MS approaches
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High Resolution MS
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Next-generation Acquisition Workflows
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Activation/Dissociation methods
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Ion Mobility Separation
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Mass Analysers & charge Detection
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Ionisation methods
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MS imaging
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Lab-on-chip miniaturization, portable instrumentation
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2. Life Sciences, Health Food and Pharmaceuticals
Biological objects and their applications
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Oligonucleotides
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Proteomics
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Exposome
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Biomarkers
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Spatial Omics
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Interactomics and chemproteomics
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Biopharmaceuticals and small molecules
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Biomolecular and noncovalent complexes
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Lipidomics
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Single cell and sub-cell analysis
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Forensics, sport doping and security
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Metabolomics
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Glycomics and glycoproteomics
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Large ions and soft landing
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Clinical applications of mass spectrometry
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3. Chemistry and Materials
Fundamental properties and chemistry of matter in all states
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Ion structure, chirality, isomery, symmetry
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Cross-linking & derivatisation
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Ion chemistry and reactivity
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Analysis of polymers and polymer surfaces
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Supramolecular chemistry
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MS for chemical synthesis and inoperando analysis
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Ionization mechanisms
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De Novo structural identification
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Nanomaterials
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4. Environment, Resources and Energy
Timely applications of MS to the natural and human-built environment
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Food quality, safety and authenticity
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Art & cultural heritage
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Energy
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Natural products
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Origins of life, archeology & paleontology
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Earth, Ocean, astrochemistry and planetary sciences, exobiology
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Atmospheric chemistry: aerosols, nanoparticles, air quality
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Contamination, microplastics and polymer degradation in environment and water
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5. Grand Challenges and Opportunities
A spotlight on important topics for the global MS community
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New frontiers – emerging and breakthrough trends, innovations and challenges across all areas of mass spectrometry
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Accessibility, teaching and outreach
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Sustainability
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Metrology and standards
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Global cooperation and industry-academia collaborations
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Applications of AI
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CONTACT
IMSC 2026
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- Phone: +33 (0)1 53 85 82 25
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Submit your abstract online only:
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Guidelines IMSC26FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
- Is there a limit to the number of authors?
Yes, you can include up to 12 authors maximum on a single abstract.
- Is there a limit for presenting authors?
Yes, an individual can be the presenting author for up to two abstracts. However, please note that each abstract can have only one presenting author.
- Is there a mandatory or preferred language for abstract submission?
Yes, all abstracts must be submitted exclusively in English.
- Should the application platform for abstracts be used to submit a corporate-sponsored symposia?
No, for all corporate-sponsored symposia, please contact:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - Is it possible to submit an abstract by email?
No, only submissions made through the online platform will be considered by the IMSC 2026 Program Committee.
- Are there opportunities for sponsorship or financial support for abstract presenting authors?
No, there is no financial support provided by IMSC 2026 for abstract presenting authors.
For inquiries regarding registration for abstract presenting authors, please reach out to us at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Is there a fee for submitting an abstract?
No, there is no fee for submitting an abstract. As a reminder, registrations for abstract speakers are not covered by the IMSC 2026 Conference. Speakers are required to proceed to the payment of the registration fee. For inquiries regarding registration for abstract presenting authors, please reach out to us at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - How will I know if my abstract has been accepted?
Notification of selection will be sent to the submitter in April 2026.
- Can I make changes to my abstract(s) after submission?
Yes, you can modify or delete your abstract(s) on the online platform until Friday, 13 February 2026, (23:59 GMT+02). For further modifications after this deadline, please contact us promptly at
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . - Is there a template or specific format for submitting an abstract?
No, there is no prescribed template for submitting an abstract. However, there are some guidelines you need to follow while submitting your abstract. You can find the complete set of submission guidelines here.
- Can I submit an abstract that is already submitted to another Conference/international event?
If the abstract was only submitted and not accepted at the time of the Conference, the abstract can be accepted.
If the abstract has been already accepted to another Conference, we cannot accept your abstract.
- Is it possible for a speaker to present online for the abstracts?
No, it’s not possible to present online for presenting authors if selected.