8th International Conference on Prevention and Control of Infection (ICPCI 2026)

The 8th International Conference on Prevention and Control of Infection (ICPCI 2026) meets at Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan with a pre-conference workshop on 26 November followed by two conference days. Under the theme "Strengthening Infection Prevention and Control towards a healthier, safer world", and chaired by Dr. Nawal Al Kaabi and Ms. Abeer Mohammed Khallaf, it looks at how infection prevention protects patients and builds resilient health systems against evolving infectious threats.

What's covered

Leading authorities in infection prevention, infectious diseases and healthcare quality share evidence and practical strategies.

• Emerging evidence and best practice in IPC
• Patient safety and infection prevention programmes
• Antimicrobial stewardship and resistant organisms
• Outbreak preparedness and response
• Healthcare quality and sustainability

Formats

A hands-on pre-conference workshop on 26 November is followed by two days of lectures and interactive sessions on 27 and 28 November, with abstract presentations, an exhibition of sponsors and networking with peers from the region.

Who attends

Infection prevention and control practitioners, infectious disease physicians, microbiologists, nurses, public health specialists, quality and patient safety officers and hospital leaders.