IACRN 18th Annual Conference

In today’s dynamic and rapidly evolving global landscape of clinical research, the professional
development needs of Clinical Research Nurses (CRNs) are more important than ever. Across
the specialty, CRNs bring diverse backgrounds, experiences, and levels of expertise—from those
entering the field as novices to those practicing with advanced, highly specialized skills.
Together, through their international collaborative practice, CRNs play a vital role in driving
progress, ensuring quality and safety, and elevating the clinical research enterprise.

Spark & Sustain 2026 will highlight the evolution of clinical research nursing, emphasizing the
specialty’s growing influence and forward momentum. Central to this advancement is the CRN’s
commitment to partnering with patients and research participants, whose experiences, needs,
and voices drive meaningful progress in clinical research. This conference aims to champion
that progress—by elevating accomplishments, advancing the ethical integrity of the specialty,
and igniting new pathways for growth. We invite abstracts that demonstrate innovation,
leadership, and visionary contributions that propel the specialty forward and “spark and
sustain” excellence in people, practice, and progress.

We welcome abstracts/submissions on the following topics as they relate to Clinical Research
Nursing. This list was curated with the help of feedback from 2025 conference attendees:

• AI and Data Tools
• Pediatrics
• Policy and Advocacy
• Capacity and assent related to consenting
• Cultural and global considerations from a regulatory standpoint
• Project management
• Billing and Budgets
• Sustainability of Clinical Trials
• CRNs relationships with sponsors and monitors
• Ethical Challenges
• Advanced Directives
• Multigenerational and Intersectional Collaboration
• How to increase access for patients to find and enroll in trials

Important Deadlines: Call for Abstracts closes April 6th, 2026

Submissions Open: TBD
Submission Deadline: April 6th, 2026
Letters Sent: Late Spring/Early Summer