Don’t Miss Your Chance to Shape the Future of Stroke Science

02 Apr 2026

The World Stroke Congress 2026 is coming to Seoul, and the clock is ticking. You have just one week left to submit your abstract or session proposal for the 18^th World Stroke Congress — one of the most impactful gatherings in global stroke and cerebrovascular disease research.

WSC 2026 welcomes submissions across a wide range of stroke and cerebrovascular disease topics. Some of the key topics include:

Artificial Intelligence
Intracranial Hemorrhage
Neurocritical Care
Rehabilitation and Life After Stroke
Stroke in the Young and Uncommon Etiologies
Thrombectomy

With 20+ topics to choose from, find the one that best fits your work and make your mark on the WSC 2026 scientific program.

Don't wait. Submit your abstract or proposal before April 15, 2026 and help drive the discussions and innovations that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

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Why Your Submission Matters

Sometimes the most compelling case comes from those already shaping the field.

Prof. Jeyaraj Pandian, President of the World Stroke Organization and Professor and Head of Neurology and Principal/Dean at Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana, Punjab, India, reflects on what makes a strong abstract submission and why the quality and diversity of research presented at WSC is what truly drives progress in stroke care.

"We need to partner and come up with the best scientific content that will help the patients, particularly improving their outcomes."

Watch the full video to hear his thoughts on why your work belongs on the world stage.

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Young Investigator Award — Elevate Your Career on the World Stage

Are you an early-career professional making your mark in stroke research or care? The Young Investigator Award is your opportunity to be recognized at one of the most prestigious congresses in the field.

Designed for young physicians, allied health professionals, and nurses aged 40 or under as of October 21, 2026, this award celebrates promising investigators who are making meaningful contributions to stroke science.

Award recipients receive: