PROGRAMME
ACRES 2026 brings together students, emerging and established professionals, researchers, investigators, institutions, industry and other stakeholders to explore the people, skills, opportunities and collaborations required to strengthen Africa’s role in clinical research.
STRUCTURED PROGRESSION
The programme features keynote conversations, expert panels, practical learning sessions, career discussions, interactive sessions, networking and a dedicated ecosystem mixer.
Key areas of focus for the 2026 edition include: Workforce Development · Clinical Research Capacity · Investigator Development · Ethics & Regulation · Industry, Academia & Collaboration · Data & Technology · Participant & Community Engagement · African Representation
DAY 01 · 27 NOVEMBER 2026
The main summit experience may feature: Keynote conversations · Expert panels · Practical learning sessions · Career conversations · Industry perspectives · Interactive discussions · Networking opportunities
09:00 – 10:00
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10:00 – 11:00
PLENARY
UCTSS Scientific Committee Chairs
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11:00 – 12:30
Dr. Aliyu Hassan & Guest Panels
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12:30 – 13:45
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13:45 – 15:15
Lagos Medical Research Council Leaders
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15:15 – 16:00
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DAY 02 · 28 NOVEMBER 2026
A more interactive ecosystem experience designed to encourage conversations, connections, and collaboration. The experience may include: Networking · Industry engagement · Partner experiences · Professional conversations · Career and mentorship connections · Community interaction
10:00 – 10:45
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10:45 – 12:30
PLENARY
Undergraduate & Postgraduate Finalists
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12:30 – 14:00
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14:00 – 15:00
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THE PILOT ROADMAP
Key areas of focus for the 2026 edition include:
Developing the next generation of clinical research professionals and creating clearer pathways into the industry.
Creating greater participation, visibility and meaningful inclusion for African talent, institutions and populations within clinical research.
Strengthening the skills, knowledge, systems and capabilities needed to support quality clinical research.
Bringing people, institutions and organizations across the ecosystem closer together to encourage stronger relationships, partnerships and collaboration.
CONTRIBUTE TO THE SCIENCE
Speaker announcements coming soon.
