The Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH) has officially opened abstract submissions for the 2027 CUGH Annual Conference, taking place February 25–28, 2027, in Lima, Peru.
Under the theme "Transforming Global Health: Partnerships, Power, Leadership, and Technology in a Rapidly Changing World," the conference will bring together global health professionals, researchers, educators, students, policymakers, and institutional leaders from around the world to share innovations, research findings, and best practices that address today's most pressing global health challenges.
Call for Abstracts
CUGH 2027 invites submissions across a broad range of global health topics, including:
- Non-Communicable Diseases
- Health Systems Strengthening
- Public Health
- Primary and Surgical Care
- Social Determinants of Health
- Environmental and Planetary Health
- One Health
- Climate Change and Biodiversity Crisis
- Communicable Diseases and Pandemic Preparedness
- Emerging Infectious Diseases
- Research and Implementation Science
- Global Health Education
- Innovation and Research Translation
- Governance and Health Diplomacy
- Human Rights and Public Policy
Important Deadline
Abstract submissions are due by August 31, 2026.
Faculty, staff, trainees, residents, fellows, and students engaged in global health, international education, public health, clinical practice, research, and community-based initiatives are encouraged to submit their work for consideration.
Why Attend?
The CUGH Annual Conference is one of the world's leading forums for global health collaboration, providing opportunities to:
- Present scholarly work to an international audience
- Network with global health leaders and institutions
- Explore emerging trends and innovations in global health
- Develop new partnerships and collaborative projects
- Engage in discussions shaping the future of global health practice and policy
Learn More
Additional information regarding abstract submission guidelines, conference registration, and program updates can be found at:
CUGH Lima 2027 Conference Website
We encourage members of the UTMB global community to consider submitting their work and representing our institution at this important international gathering.