CSP Annual Meeting
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Attendee Registration is Now Open!
Full brochure with more information coming soon!
Exhibitors & Sponsors
2026 CSP Conference Poster Abstract Submissions
The CSP invites all trainees (medical students, residents, and fellows) to submit original research for poster presentation at the 2026 Annual Meeting in San Francisco, CA (December 2-5). Poster presentations can include original research, case series, or case reports provided they include at least some original data or findings not previously presented at a national or international meeting.
Abstracts will be selected for poster presentations based on scientific merit and clinical relevance. The presenting author of an abstract must be a trainee. There is no fee for submitting an abstract; however, if accepted, the presenting author must register for the conference.
New! Poster presentations will take place on Saturday December 5, 2026.
The three best poster presentations will be selected and recognized by a review committee. Presenters are responsible for all expenses related to participating in the conference, including transportation, registration fee*, lodging, and meals. A select amount of travel grants will be awarded to assist with travel related expenses for presenters. This will be an application process. More details on travel grant opportunities are coming soon.
*Registration fees vary based on days selected and if you are a medical student, resident or fellow. Medical students will have no registration fee. Residents and fellows are eligible for a reduced fee.
All abstracts must be submitted electronically by October 14, 2026, via the CSP electronic portal. Abstracts cannot be revised or resubmitted after the submission deadline.
Schedule at a Glance
As of October 14, 2026
A detailed program will be posted when it is finalized.
The meeting will include short courses, interactive microscopy, a plenary session, exhibit hall time, trainee programming, and networking events. CME credit will be offered through joint providership with the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
Wednesday, December 2
12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Move-In & Registration Open
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Long Course
Thursday, December 3
7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Educational Opportunity
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Short Course
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exhibit Break
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lecture
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lecture
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Lunch on Your Own
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Educational Opportunity
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Microscopy Session
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Break
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Microscopy Session
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Welcome Reception
Friday, December 4
7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Educational Opportunity
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Short Course
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exhibit Break
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Lecture
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lecture
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Lunch Included
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Educational Opportunity
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Plenary Session
3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Exhibit Break
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Microscopy
Saturday, December 5
7:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Educational Opportunity
8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Resident Poster Display
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Short Course – GI Pathology
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Exhibitor Break
10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Microscopy
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch on Your Own
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Educational Opportunity
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Presentation
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Lecture
3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Exhibit Break
3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Lecture
5:00 p.m.
Resident Reception, Poster Awards, Meet & Greet, Networking & Job Fair
*Times subject to change.
