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ACCEL Community Research Exchange (CRE) Call for Poster Abstracts Theme: Innovation in Health Research: Moving Forward with Communities

The ACCEL Community Research Exchange (CRE) invites abstract submissions for poster presentations at this year’s conference. The CRE brings together Delaware’s communities with researchers from across the translational spectrum to promote collaboration, learning, and impactful research. This year’s theme focuses on “Innovation in Health Research: Moving Forward with Communities,” highlighting novel, community engaged, and evidence-driven strategies to improve health outcomes of Delawareans.

Abstract Submission Guidelines:

We invite abstracts that align with the theme Innovation in Health Research. We encourage abstracts that foster dialogue and collaboration among researchers, clinicians, community organizations, and patients, especially projects that:

  • Address the social and structural influences on health through community-partnered approaches.
  • Highlight interventions or programs co-developed with communities.
  • Demonstrate innovative research methodologies in community or participatory settings.
  • Present evaluation results of innovative community health initiatives

Abstract Submission Details:

Early submissions are encouraged. Submissions will be reviewed by the CRE committee with rolling notification of acceptance. A co-presenter is allowed and encouraged per poster submission.

  • Submission Link: Abstract Registration
  • Submission Opening Date: 6/17/26
  • Submission Final Deadline: 8/21/26 at 11:59PM EDT
  • Final Notification of Acceptance: 9/4/26
  • Conference Date: October 23, 2026

Abstract should include:

  • Title
  • Authors and Affiliations
  • Background/Introduction
  • Aim/Purpose
  • Methods
  • Results
  • Discussion/Conclusion

Word Count: Abstracts should not exceed 300 words (excluding title/authors/affiliations)

Upon notification of acceptance, registration for the conference will be required. A co- presenter per poster is allowed and encouraged to highlight working collaborations.

This call seeks to amplify representation from a wide range of communities and strengthen partnerships that advance community-engaged innovation in health research across the translational spectrum. All disciplines and sectors involved in improving community health are welcome to contribute.

Contact for Questions: dchen@christianacare.org

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