Overview
The next in the series of Young EMERG International ME Workshops has been arranged for Valencia, Spain.
Another unique gathering tailored for young and early career researchers, and medical students,
passionate about advancing research into ME, or interested in understanding more about this disease.
The event will take place on 7- 8 October 2026
at the Valencia Catholic University Saint Vincent Martyr in Spain.
The workshop times are scheduled for
09.00 to 17.00 CET
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The core aims of the Young EMERG Symposium 2026 are to:
- Build a strong, supportive international network of early career researchers
- Develop a shared understanding of the breadth of research areas within ME and related conditions
- Provide a platform for ECRs to present their work in a constructive environment
- Encourage collaboration and interdisciplinary exchange
- Support career development within biomedical and clinical research
The event offers a safe space for early career researchers to discuss challenges and gain valuable insights into pursuing ME research.
At the Young EMERG symposium, early career researchers are strongly encouraged to showcase their work through oral and poster presentations.
Programme
The programme for the workshop is being finalised and will be available here shortly.
Registration
This is a ticket-only event.
Registration is by request.
Submit a registration request using the link below.
Once eligibility is confirmed, you will receive an email confirming your attendance.
Eligibility for registration requires current enrolment as an undergraduate, master's, PhD or medical student, or post-doc, along with affiliation to a recognised research institute, university or hospital.
Registration Fees
Please note:
- Attendance is free of charge for approved registrants.
- Participants are responsible for covering the cost of any arranged post-workshop evening meal and activities organised by the Young EMERG committee.
In person registration deadline: close of business
13 September 2026
Financial Support for Early Career Researchers
We want to make the Young EMERG International Workshop Series - Valencia 2026 as accessible as possible to accredited early career researchers (ECRs). Financial support will therefore be available to help ECRs with the costs of attending the workshop.
The first 30 eligible ECR attendees will be able to receive:
- Travel: At least €100 towards the cost of airfare will be reimbursed.
- Accommodation: At least €100 per day, per hotel room will be reimbursed.
- Meals: All food during the workshop will be provided.
Further information on the reimbursement process and any documentation required will be provided to attendees once their place at the symposium has been confirmed. Please do not book prior to receiving confirmation and instructions, as reimbursement will not be possible.
Abstract Submission for the Young EMERG Symposium
Abstract Submission Guidelines
Please review the following guidelines before submitting your poster presentation abstract. Abstracts that do not meet the requirements may be returned for revision or excluded from consideration.
Submission Requirements
- Email your abstract submission to info@youngemerg.com
- Submit your abstract by 5pm CET on the 25th September 2026
- Abstracts should be written in clear, concise English.
- Abstracts should present original biomedical research. Literature reviews are not eligible unless they are systematic reviews
- The abstract should clear state the purpose, methodology, key findings, and conclusions of the work, where applicable
- Please ensure all author names, affiliations, and contact details are entered accurately.
Abstract Format
- Title: Concise and descriptive, avoiding unnecessary abbreviations
- Authors: List all authors in the correct order, including institutional affiliations.
- Abstract body: Please structure the abstract using the following headings: Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
- Length: maximum 300 words, excluding the title and author information
- Keywords: Provide 3-5 relevant keywords
- Do not include references, tables, figures or images
Review and Notification
All submitted abstracts will be reviewed by the Young EMERG Committee. Authors will be notified of the outcome before 28 September.
Before You Submit
Please check your abstract carefully for spelling, grammar, formatting and factual. Once submitted, amendments may not be possible after the submission deadline. All abstracts will be printed on the conference handout which is accessible to delegates, but will not be published online.
Please submit your abstract to info@youngemerg.com.
Abstract submission deadline: 25 September 2026.
Venue
Venue: Catholic University of Valencia, Campus Saint Ursula (may be another UCV location)
C/ Guillem de Castro, 94 - Google Maps
Past Workshops
Past early career researcher workshops have been hosted in both the UK, Austria and USA.
Past workshops can be viewed via the link below.