2026 Abstract Submission

The California Academy of Audiology Conference Committee is proud to invite clinicians, researchers, current Au.D. students, and academic professionals to submit an abstract for consideration for inclusion at the CAA 27th Annual Conference: Defying the Decibel being held September 24-26, 2026 in Costa Mesa, California. 

Our goal for 2026 is to curate a dynamic, high-impact educational program that showcases the breadth of innovation and expertise within our membership and the larger audiology community. We welcome submissions across the following presentation formats:

• General Session Platform Presentations: Innovative, engaging sessions that directly influence clinical audiology practice or practice management. We encourage a wide range of topics to reflect the diversity of specialties within audiology.
• Student Research Forum: Designed for AuD and PhD students, this forum provides the opportunity to present research projects in a 20-minute session. Open exclusively to current CAA student members.
• Poster Presentations: A valuable opportunity for audiology professionals, students, and those in related fields to share research, case studies, or emerging concepts. Posters will be presented on September 24, 2026, and available for viewing throughout the conference.

GENERAL ABSTRACT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

• Abstracts should represent original scientific research or educational case studies.
• Abstract submission is for both audiology and audiology-related professionals, and current Au.D. students. 
• Each abstract author must provide name, contact details, a headshot, and a short biography during abstract submission.
• Disclosure of any relevant financial or non-financial relationships is required for all abstract authors, even those not presenting at the conference.
• The submitting abstract author will be the primary contact for all communications pertaining to the abstract submission.
• There is a 350 word limit on the text of submitted abstracts.
• Learning Objectives and Learning Assessment questions are required for all abstract submissions.
• Abstracts must be submitted by  Sunday, February 15, 2026, 11:59 PM PST.
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• Once you begin the abstract submission process, the submitting author will receive an email with a link and an Access Code to return to the abstract to make edits and finalize your submission. 
• Abstracts commercial in nature will not be accepted. Companies supporting the CAA Annual Conference will have opportunities to present data about specific products during the Annual Conference. CLICK HERE for information about supporting the CAA Annual Conference.
• If you have challenges with your submission, please email info@caaud.org.

Submit an Abstract for Platform Presentation

Submit an Abstract for Poster Presentation

CAA 2026 ABSTRACT TIMELINE
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15

PLATFORM ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

• Platform abstract submission is open for both audiology and audiology-related professionals and current students.
• Student abstracts will be considered for inclusion in the Student Research Forum which will take place on Saturday, September 26.
• The submitting author will provide complete information for all authors, even those not presenting at the conference. Required information includes name, contact details, a headshot, a short bio, and disclosure of any relevant financial or non-financial relationships.
• The submitting abstract author will be named as the presenter and will be the primary contact for all communications pertaining to the abstract submission.
• Platform sessions are in-person only and cannot be presented virtually.
• Presenters of abstracts accepted for platform presented receive complimentary registration for the day they are presenting. 

Submit a Platform Abstract

POSTER ABSTRACT SUBMISSION

• The CAA 2026 Poster Session is open to both audiology and audiology-related professionals and current students.
• Student and professional posters will be evaluated separately. 
• The submitting author will provide complete information for all authors listed on their poster, even those not presenting at the Poster Session. Required information includes name, contact details, a headshot, a short biography, and disclosure of any relevant financial or non-financial relationships.
• The submitting abstract author will be named as the poster presenter and will be the primary contact for all communications pertaining to the abstract submission.
• For abstracts accepted for presentation during the 2026 poster session, the presenting author(s) must register and pay for conference attendance by June 12, 2026 to secure their spot in the Poster Session.

Submit a Poster Abstract