The submission deadline for Abstracts has been extended to 23:59pm on Sunday 8 February 2026. Submissions are now closed.

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BCS conference Abstract Submission Summary Key Points Deadline: 8 February 2026 (23:59) - now closed Publication: Accepted abstracts are published in a special edition of Heart Journal Review: All abstracts are reviewed by an expert panel

What You Can Submit: Main Abstract Categories Basic Science Clinical: ACHD / valve / pericardial disease Interventional & structural cardiology Cardiac rhythm management Heart failure & cardiomyopathy Imaging Preventative cardiology Education / service improvement / innovation

Strong emphasis on: Quality improvement (QI) Education & training Innovation in service delivery Example Topics Encouraged EDI initiatives Patient & public involvement Leadership / service design Simulation teaching Curriculum development Mentorship programmes Digital / tech in training Sustainability in cardiology

Case Reports - Submitted separately from abstracts Increasing focus this year Good for: rare cases complex decisions key learning points Patient consent mandatory

May be selected for oral presentation Presentation Types / Outcomes

1. Best of the Best Top 3 abstracts per clinical category Oral presentation Prize: £250 + certificate
2. Moderated Abstracts Next top 4 per category Oral presentations (5 mins total) No cash prize Published + certificate
3. Poster Presentations Default if not selected above Displayed at conference Dedicated discussion times

Submission Rules & Requirements Membership: Required for clinical abstract presenters (if selected) Not required for: Basic science Medical students

Travel Grants: Nurses/AHPs can apply (up to £100) if selected for oral Additional Awards Early Career Investigator Award (ECIA) £1,500 winner / £500 runners-up Michael Davies Award £1,500 prize These require separate applications