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IDWeek Pipeline Sessions

Submit Novel Antimicrobial Agents or Diagnostic Technologies: Industry partners are invited to submit antimicrobials that are in preapproval phases of development (Phase II and III preferred) or that were approved after January 2026 for a pipeline session at IDWeek. Antimicrobial Pipeline sessions will include antibacterials, antifungals and antivirals (excluding COVID-19 and HIV). Industry Partners developing novel diagnostic technologies with a minimum of some preliminary proof of concept data are also encouraged to submit for a session on diagnostics in the pipeline. In-Person Attendance/Presentations are required.

Applications are due by June 24.
Notifications will be sent on August 4.

IDWeek BugHub World Stage

Do you have a story or experience to share regarding your work in infectious diseases? Or perhaps an interesting or compelling story that you don’t usually see during IDWeek? Then the BugHub World Stage is the place for you! IDWeek is looking for presentations that touch on the great experience of working in infectious diseases and that ultimately lead to greater understanding and treatment of patients. Talks will be no more than 20 minutes in length and don’t require a PowerPoint presentation. In-Person Attendance/Presentations are required. Presentations will be selected by IDWeek leadership.

Applications are due by June 24.
Notifications will be sent on August 6.