Call for Abstracts

The Northern New England Clinical Oncology Society seeks abstracts on hematology/oncology topics to share knowledge during the Annual Meeting. Physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, allied healthcare providers (psychologists, physical therapists, etc.), administrators, pharmacists, and post-graduate trainees (fellows, residents) who are members of NNECOS are eligible to submit abstracts.*

Abstracts previously submitted to ASCO, ASH, ONS, etc. are acceptable. NNECOS reserves the right to review and accept submissions.

Pre-professional students (high school or undergraduate) conducting oncology or hematology research under the mentorship of an active NNECOS member may have their abstract submitted on their behalf by their sponsoring member. The student must be listed as first author.

*Employees of pharmaceutical companies are not eligible.

2026 Submission Timeline

July 1, 2026

Abstract submissions open

August 19, 2026

Submission deadline (11:59pm)

Early September 2026

All submitters notified

Abstracts may be selected for:

First authors of accepted abstracts will be:

  • Invited to attend the in-person poster session
  • Offered a 50% discount on meeting registration (applied at time of registration using provided code)
  • Eligible to apply for a Poster Presenter First Author Travel Grant
  • Eligible to participate in annual poster judging

Due to space limitations, a limited number of abstracts will be accepted for in-person poster presentation. Additional accepted abstracts may be designated for online poster presentation. All first authors of accepted posters receive the same registration discount and travel grant eligibility regardless of presentation format.

Three abstracts will be selected for oral presentations during the meeting. The responsible first author will receive:

  • A $200 stipend
  • One night complimentary lodging at the Omni Mt. Washington Resort
  • Complimentary meeting registration, including Friday Poster Reception & Dinner ticket
  • Complimentary meeting registration for the 2027 NNECOS Annual Meeting

Abstract Submission Criteria

Selected areas/topics may include:

  • Novel Clinical Trials/Interventions
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Business/Administrative Issues
  • Pilot Studies
  • Best Clinical Practices
  • Patient and Survivor Issues

  • 250 words or less (strictly enforced)
  • Affiliations clearly listed
  • Submitted electronically via the NNECOS website
  • First authors will receive email confirmation of receipt

Submission Deadline: August 19, 2026

A disclosure form must be completed by the first author at the time of abstract submission. This is required for all submissions and serves as the foundation for continuing education credit applications. Co-author disclosures will be required for podium-selected abstracts upon notification of acceptance.

The First Author must:

  • Adhere to the conflict of interest policy at the bottom of this page.
  • Verify that all coauthors are aware of the contents of the abstract and support its data.
  • Agree, on behalf of all coauthors, to transfer copyright to NNECOS for publication in the annual meeting proceedings and on the NNECOS website.
  • Agree to deliver an oral presentation if selected (first authors may indicate desire to be considered for poster presentation only).
  • Agree to be present during the scheduled time of a Poster Session.

As the First Author (presenter), you will receive all future correspondence from NNECOS. Please provide: your name, institution, address, telephone number, fax number, and email address.

Submit an Abstract for the 2026 Annual Meeting!

View the 2025 Accepted Abstracts

Questions? Contact laubrey@nnecos.org