Call for participants: 11th APN Early Career Poster and Networking Session

The APN Secretariat extends a formal invitation to Early Career Professionals affiliated with institutions in Thailand to join the APN 11th Poster and Networking Session. This event will be held in conjunction with the Joint 27th Intergovernmental and Scientific Planning Group Meeting and the 30th Anniversary of APN, hosted by the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), scheduled to convene at Jubilee Prestige Hotel Ratchadapisek, Bangkok, Thailand, from 9–10 July 2026.

In acknowledgement of the significance of climate change and variability and disaster risk reduction in Thailand, we cordially invite submissions of poster abstracts that showcase innovative research, findings and methodologies in these critical thematic areas.

Kindly note that the open call for submissions is competitive and approximately 15–20 posters will be selected for presentation during the session, which will be held on 9 July 2026. This will ensure a high-quality exchange of ideas and expertise among all participants.

The winning poster presenter will be awarded the prestigious Mitra Award for Global Change Research and given a coveted space in the plenary to present their work to APN member governments and research institutions from the Asia-Pacific region. For more information about the Mitra Award: https://www.apn-gcr.org/opportunities/for-early-career-professionals/mit...

Theme and sub-themes of the Poster Session

Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction

• Integrating climate information into DRR planning, including the use of seasonal forecasts, climate projections, and risk modelling to support early action and preparedness.
• Enhancing Early Warning Systems and community-based monitoring mechanisms to provide timely and reliable information that can reduce loss and damage.
• Heat stress and health vulnerability assessments, particularly in rapidly urbanising environments, where exposure to extreme temperatures poses growing risks to public health and productivity.
• Nature-based and ecosystem-based approaches, such as mangrove restoration, watershed management and coastal protection, that deliver co-benefits for biodiversity and livelihoods, which are essential for risk reduction and adaptation.

Eligibility criteria

• Applicants must be Thai national Early Career Professionals (ECPs) who are conducting their research in Thailand. Research students and postdoctoral researchers are encouraged to apply.
• Thai ECPs working outside of Thailand are not eligible to apply.
• Applicants must be available to set up and present on 9 July 2026 at Jubilee Prestige Hotel Ratchadapisek, Bangkok, Thailand.

Abstract submission

• The research must be original. Only abstracts under the theme “Climate Change and Variability and Disaster Risk Reduction” are accepted.
• Abstracts must be in line with one of the following sub-themes:
  • Integrating climate information into DRR planning, including the use of seasonal forecasts, climate projections, and risk modelling to support early action and preparedness.
  • Enhancing Early Warning Systems and community-based monitoring mechanisms to provide timely and reliable information that can reduce loss and damage.
  • Heat stress and health vulnerability assessments, particularly in rapidly urbanising environments, where exposure to extreme temperatures poses growing risks to public health and productivity.
  • Nature-based and ecosystem-based approaches, such as mangrove restoration, watershed management, and coastal protection, that deliver co-benefits for biodiversity and livelihoods, are essential for risk reduction and adaptation
• Abstracts must be written in English within 300 words. It should be a concise, text-only description of the research subject, methodology, results and conclusions. ECPs are encouraged to seek assistance from their advisers and other resource persons in preparing their abstracts and posters.
• Abstracts will be reviewed by a panel of APN members and invited experts. Main criteria include originality of the research, conciseness of the abstract, clarity of methodology, organisation of the information and scientific merit.

How to apply

Once you confirm your eligibility, please submit your poster abstract online at https://www.apn-gcr.org/apnis/public/events/29/register before the closing date.

Submission timeline

• 15 May 2026, Friday: Online abstract submission closes.
• 26 May 2026, Tuesday: Online abstract submission closes.
• 1 June 2026, Monday: The APN Secretariat informs successful applicants about the selection result. Due to the large volume of applications, APN will not provide individual feedback on submissions.
• 15 June 2026, Monday: Deadline for submitting finalised posters in PDF format to the APN Secretariat. Poster presenters must print out their posters using the guidelines provided separately.
• 9 July 2026, Thursday: Poster presenters set up their posters at the meeting venue. Further details will be provided separately.

Media disclosure

Description: In line with APN's communication, dissemination and outreach efforts, the APN Secretariat team will be taking photographs of the ECP Poster and Networking session and participating trainees throughout the event from 9–10 July 2026. We kindly encourage all participants to review and agree to our media disclosure statementform. Your consent will allow us to capture and share moments from this event through (but not limited to) our public-access print materials, website, and social media channels. These images will be used solely for non-commercial purposes to help showcase and promote the valuable work through the global change research community. Your support in this effort is greatly appreciated.!

All images will be shared with the participants during and after the event using Google Drive, for your personal and professional use.

Media Disclosure I give my consent to the APN Secretariat to photograph/film me during the ECP Poster and Networking session from 9 to 10 July 2026. I understand that these photographs/videos may be used, with or without my name, for non-commercial purposes, including but not limited to APN print materials, electronic publications, websites, and social media channels. I acknowledge that this media will be used solely for informational, educational, or promotional purposes related to APN activities.