The 1st CRS Ocular Delivery Focus Group (OcD FG) Online Symposium will bring together researchers from academia, industry, and clinical practice to discuss the latest advances in ocular drug delivery. The event will highlight innovative technologies and emerging therapeutic strategies aimed at overcoming the unique challenges of delivering drugs to the eye. Through invited presentations and selected abstracts, the symposium will provide a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration within the global ocular drug delivery community.
The event will take place on April 9th, 2026, from 8:30 AM EST to 12:30 PM EST, and registration is FREE for all CRS members.
Join us for a dynamic scientific exchange and networking opportunity within the ocular delivery community!
Registration is FREE for all CRS members & will remain open until April 8th
A number of short talks will be selected from the submitted abstracts. Submissions are welcome from researchers at all career stages; however, early-career scientists are particularly encouraged to apply. Abstracts will be evaluated by at least three independent reviewers based on novelty, scientific significance, clarity, soundness of conclusions, and potential impact. This session will provide a valuable opportunity to showcase ongoing research, gain visibility within the community, and engage with leading experts in ocular drug delivery.
Abstract submission is open until March 27th, 2026, at 11:59 EST. Guidelines for abstract preparation are provided in the template below.
Notification of abstracts selected for oral short talks will be announced by April 3rd, 2026.
