The International Student Congress Of (bio)Medical Sciences, also known as ISCOMS, is one of the world’s leading student congresses in (bio)medical sciences. ISCOMS is not just any regular congress, it is a non-profit organisation made up of students that aims to promote student research and the international exchange of it.

ISCOMS 2026 takes place from the 1st to the 4th of June at the University Medical Center Groningen.

The theme for ISCOMS 2026 is Breaking Biomedical Boundaries, addressing the power of innovation, collaboration and pushing the boundaries within the biomedical world.

The deadline for abstract submission is April 30, 2026, and this is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their work internationally. It’s also an excellent chance for them to receive valuable feedback from experts and peers across the globe.

More information about the conference, submission guidelines, and registration can be found on the following website: www.iscoms.com

In a time when developments are advancing faster than ever, the conference's theme encourages individuals to push their own limits and explore new frontiers. It highlights the divide between human and machine, while also creating space for collaboration between the two. Where we once thought certain things were impossible, advancements such as Artificial Intelligence and algorithms are now playing an increasingly significant role. Additionally, this theme draws attention to the inequality in global access to healthcare and (bio)medical knowledge, as well as disparities between younger and older generations and between men and women.

ISCOMS wants to encourage collaboration across different disciplines, ages, genders, countries, and cultures.