Call for Abstracts

Showcase your work at ICGA2025!

We invite abstracts for poster presentations highlighting new insights in cancer genomics, data science, clinical applications, and innovations.

Opportunities for Presenters

• Selected FIVE abstracts will be featured in 10-minute Lightning Talks.

• Best student posters will receive awards.

Abstract Topics Include

• Tumor Biology and Biomarkers

• Data-Driven Cancer Genomics

• Clinical Cancer Genomics

• Population-Specific Cancer Studies

• Technological and Clinical Innovations

Submission Guidelines

• Download the Abstract Template
• Submit with your Registration Form
• Word limit: 250 words (one figure or scheme allowed).
• File format: .docx only (No PDFs)

Whether you’re a student showcasing emerging ideas or a senior researcher presenting critical findings, we encourage your participation!

Registration Instructions

Registration Opens: 30 April 2024

Please read the instructions carefully before proceeding.

Step 1: Pay the Registration Fee

• Refer to the table below to find your category and registration fee.

• Click the corresponding Payment Link to make the payment.

• The payment gateway will collect your Name, Phone Number, and Email ID during the payment process. Mention the same email address that you will use for registration.

IMPORTANT:

• • Use the payment reference: ICGA2025 - [Your Name].

  • Save a screenshot of the successful payment with the Transaction ID — you will need to complete the Registration Form.

Step 2: Fill the Registration Form

• After making the payment, fill the Registration Form.

• Fill the payment proof (transaction ID, date and amount) inside the form.

• If you are submitting an abstract, attach it in Word (.docx) format directly within the same form.

Important:

Your registration will be considered complete only after submitting the form with payment proof.

Receipts will be issued within 7 working days after form submission, not immediately after gateway payment.

Notes:

• Registration fees exclude accommodation.

• Registration fees are non-refundable except in cases of double payment or technical errors (subject to verification by the organizers).

• Bank charges (if any) must be borne by the participant in addition to the registration fee.

Click here to fill the Registration Form

Pre-Meeting Workshop

Interpreting NGS Reports: A Practical Guide for Clinicians, Researchers, and Students

Date: 14 November 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Reporting time: 8:30 am)

Venue: Hall No. 3, ICSR Complex, IIT Madras

Open to Students, Clinicians and Researchers

Workshop Overview

Designed for clinicians, researchers, and students, a focused pre-meeting workshop aims to the gap between next-generation sequencing (NGS) data and clinical research applications.

This interactive session will equip clinicians, researchers, and students with foundational and advanced skills to understand, interpret, and apply NGS reports to patient care and translational research.

Participants will learn how to navigate the complexities of genomic data, interpret variant annotations, assess clinical relevance, and understand the impact of findings in a real-world setting.

Learning Objectives

• Basics of NGS workflows and reporting
• Interpretation of genomic findings (mutations, CNVs, biomarkers)
• Evaluating clinical relevance: actionable vs non-actionable
• Avoiding common pitfalls
• Applying NGS insights in research and clinical settings

Format

• Introductory talks
• Hands-on interpretation exercises
• Expert panel Q&A
• Small group case challenges

Certification: Certificate of Participation for all attendees

Open to all ICGA2025 registrants under student and faculty/delegate category. Workshop seats are limited. Separate fee applies (see under registration tab).

Who Should Attend

• Postgraduate students in medicine, molecular biology, and genomics
• Clinical oncologists and pathologists
• Researchers and translational scientists
• Medical fellows and residents

No prior deep knowledge of genomics or bioinformatics is required.

Key Takeaways

• Confident interpretation of NGS clinical reports
• Understanding of common genetic alterations in cancer
• Practical framework for applying NGS data in research and clinical decision-making
• Networking opportunity with experts and peers in genomics

ICGA2025 - FAQs

When does registration open and close?

• Registration opens on 30 April 2024.

• Early bird registration rates are valid until 30 June 2025.

• Regular registration rates will apply from 1 July 2025 onwards.

• On-spot registration will be available at the venue at higher rates for limited categories.

Should I pay first or fill the registration form first?

• First pay the registration fee using the appropriate Payment Link.

• Then fill the registration form and upload your payment proof (screenshot with transaction ID).

What information will the Payment Link collect during payment?

• The Payment Link will collect your Name, Phone Number, and Email ID during the payment process.

What should I do after making the payment?

• Save a screenshot with the transaction ID of the successful payment.

• Complete the Registration Form and upload your payment proof when prompted.

When will I receive the receipt for my payment?

Receipts will be sent to the registered email address within 7 working days after you submit the registration form (not immediately after payment).

What if I face a payment failure or technical issue?

• If your payment fails, you may attempt to pay again.

• If you are charged twice or encounter any technical error, please email us at icga2025@icga.co.in with proof of transaction for assistance and refund processing.

Are registration fees refundable?

• Registration fees are non-refundable.

• Refunds will only be considered in cases of double payment or verified technical errors.

Does the registration fee include accommodation?

• No, the registration fee does not include accommodation.

• Accommodation must be arranged and paid for separately by participants.

Are there any additional charges?

• Bank charges or payment gateway fees (if any) must be covered by the participant in addition to the registration fee.

How can I submit an abstract for ICGA 2025?

• Abstract submission is included within the same registration form.

• If you wish to submit an abstract, please upload your abstract in Word (.docx) format when prompted in the form.

• There is no separate abstract submission form.

Schedule

1. The pre-meeting workshop is scheduled for 14th November and will take place at Hall No. 3, ICSR Complex, IIT Madras. Registered participants are kindly requested to report to the venue by 8:30 AM.
2. The main meeting will commence on 14th November with lunch and will conclude on 16th November at 6:00 PM, followed by high tea. All talks and panel discussions will be held at the T.T.J Auditorium, located within the ICSR Complex.
3. The poster presentation session is scheduled for 15th November and will be hosted at the Exhibition Hall, ICSR Complex, IIT Madras.

Final agenda and speaker list will be shared closer to the event.

Venue

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600036, India

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ICGA2025 Promoters, Advisory Board, and Organizing Committee represent leaders across academia, research, and industry.

ICGA2025 Promoters

ICGA2025 Advisory Committee

ICGA2025 Organizing Committee

Speakers & Panelists