International Research Poster Competition 2026
Artificial Intelligence in Drug Discovery

Virtual || Free Participation

We are delighted to announce the AI in Drug Discovery – International Research Poster Competition 2026, an inspiring initiative designed to encourage innovation, creativity, and scientific excellence among students and researchers.

This provides an invaluable platform to showcase pioneering research, visionary ideas, and impactful applications of AI across the entire drug discovery and development pipeline. Participants will have the opportunity to present their work to an esteemed panel of experts from academia, industry, and healthcare innovation, gaining meaningful exposure, recognition, and constructive feedback.

This initiative aims to empower the next generation of researchers and innovators, inspire new breakthroughs in AI-driven drug discovery, and advance the future of precision medicine and global healthcare.

Objectives & Theme Focus
  • Highlight advancements in AI applications across drug discovery and development.
  • Promote research, innovation, and academic-industry collaboration.
  • Provide a platform for young researchers, scientists, and innovators.
  • Encourage impactful discussions and knowledge sharing in life sciences.

Participants may submit posters on (but not limited to):

  • AI in Target Identification & Validation
  • Drug Repurposing using Machine Learning
  • Deep Learning for Molecular Design & Simulation
  • Generative AI for Novel Drug Molecules
  • Predictive Toxicology & ADMET Modeling
  • AI-powered Clinical Trials & Patient Stratification
  • Biomarker Discovery & Precision Medicine
  • NLP for Biomedical Literature Mining
  • AI in Vaccine Research
  • AI for Regulatory Decision Support
  • Real-world Data & Evidence-based AI Models
  • Ethical, Regulatory & Data Governance in AI Drug Discovery
Who Can Participate?
  • Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Healthcare MBA Students
  • PhD Scholars & Postdoctoral Researchers
  • AI & Data Science Researchers

Individual and team submissions (max 3 members per team) are allowed.

Awards & Recognition
  • 1st Prize – $1000 Cash Prize + Certificate + Recognition
  • 2nd Prize – $750 Cash Prize + Certificate + Recognition
  • 3rd Prize – $500 Cash Prize + Certificate + Recognition
  • Certificate of Participation for all presenters
  • Feature on Prognica Labs website & media partners platforms
Key Dates
  • Registration Opens: 05-Jan-2026
  • Poster Submission Deadline: 10-Mar-2026
  • Notification of Selection: 20-Mar-2026
  • Final Presentation & Judging: 04-Apr-2026
  • Winners Announcement: 15-Apr-2026

Poster Submission Guidelines

This International Research Poster Competition is designed to support students, PhD scholars & postdoctoral researchers in their research pursuits worldwide. 

To apply, submit a research poster (in powerpoint or pdf format in English).

Judging Criteria

Posters will be evaluated based on:

  • Relevance to Theme
  • Scientific Merit & Innovation
  • Methodology & Technical Depth
  • Clarity of Presentation & Design
  • Real-world Applicability & Impact

Judging panel includes experts from AI, Pharma, Academia, and Healthcare Innovation.

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