INTERNATIONAL 19th UNDERGRADUATE MEDICAL RESEARCH CONFERENCE
Charting the Cosmos of Knowledge: From Research to Reality
15TH-16TH APRIL, 2026
Research Poster & Verbal Competition
An opportunity to share your research in the form of a poster and verbal competitions amongst undergraduates from different fields of health sciences, and contribute to scientific research. Submit your abstract within the due time to get selected for the poster or verbal competition and be featured in UMR’s abstract book. Cash Prizes will be awarded to the winners.
Research Idea Pitch
Participate in our research Idea Pitch Competition and present your innovative research idea in just three minutes on a single slide. Be the winner, gain recognition, and receive valuable expert feedback to bring your vision to life. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity – register now and showcase your innovative spirit!
Quiz Competition
Join the thrilling Quiz competition and test your research knowledge in a competitive environment.
Animate Research Competition
“Bring your research to life in just 1-2 minutes!” Animate your research is a creative segment where science meets storytelling. Participants, through creativity and visual innovation, craft a one to two-minute animated video to explain their research and showcase their vision virtually.
Plenary Session
We are honoured to welcome Professor Anwar Hoosen, Professor of Microbiology, University of Pretoria, South Africa, as a plenary speaker at our UMR conference. Professor Hoosen is a leading figure in public health research, with work spanning clinical microbiology, infectious disease epidemiology, and health systems strengthening. His research focuses on pressing challenges such as antimicrobial resistance and innovative diagnostics. In his session, “The essential pathway of AMR Research in Resource-Limited Settings,” he will explore the evolving global health landscape and the multidisciplinary strategies needed to address current and future threats. This session is a must-attend for aspiring medical professionals. Join us for an inspiring talk with an expert shaping health security in Africa and beyond.
Workshops
Empower yourself! Attend our transformative workshops at the conference and unlock your full potential. Enhance your personal skills through interactive sessions and expert guidance. Secure your position and prepare to unleash a more robust and resilient version of yourself.
Research Skills Station
Skill stations offer an opportunity for aspiring researchers to explore their research abilities. Each station is designed to assist participants with an imperative research area, led by facilitators who guide them through every step of the process. Register now for a hands-on and interactive learning experience.
List of Stations
- Smart Literature review with SciSpace and Perplexity
- From Data to DOI, A Hands-on Guide to Publishing Your Research
- Hands-On Sample Size Calculation Using OpenEpi.