BME-SYM-01 Symposium_Registration_and_Consent

BioMedEdu 2026 High School Symposium Registration & Required Consents

Participation Options
All students are required to register with parental consent. Students may participate as either presenters or attendees.

📅 Key Dates and Deadlines
Early Bird Registration Deadline: May 25, 2026
Regular Registration Deadline: June 25, 2026
Late-Breaking Deadline: July 15, 2026
👉 Early registration is recommended to guarantee space. Late registration is subject to availability.

Attend only (no abstract submission)
$50 (Early Bird through May 25)
Regular $75 (by June 25) | Late $100 if space is available

Attend, learn, and explore student research (lunch included).

Not sure yet? Register now and upgrade to Presenter at a later time.

Symposium Abstract-Presenter

Registration$150 (Early Bird through May 25)
Regular $195 by June 25 | Late $235 by July 15 if space is available

Submit an abstract and/or infographic. All submissions are reviewed and may be selected for poster (online or poster board display), lightning talk, or oral presentation.

Students selected for poster presentations for research abstract will be responsible for printing their own posters. Guidance will be provided.

🎤 Presenters
Students who wish to present may:

Submit an abstract for consideration for:
Oral presentation
Lightning talk
Poster presentation (Virtual or Physical Poster)
Submit a final infographic project (for selected ASPIRATION students who complete the program and develop an infographic), with mentor approval.
All submissions will receive review and may be selected for presentation.

Abstract submission link (submit after registration, and before the deadline): https://forms.gle/BrL5sPiLXNPpKf5c6
Abstract Format: Structured abstract, please read instruction carefully before submission: https://www.biomededu.org/programs/student-symposium/abstract-instruction

👀 Attendees
Students may also register as attendees to:

Learn from peer presentations
Explore topics in biotechnology and biomedical research
Experience a scientific symposium environment
👉 No abstract submission is required to attend.

📍 Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: University of Houston
All high school students are welcome. Abstract submission is not required to participate.

Cancellation & Refund Policy
Registration fees are generally non-refundable, as programs are planned in advance and space is reserved. Families are encouraged to review schedules carefully before registering.

In special circumstances, a credit or partial refund (minus a $30 administrative fee or 20%, whichever is greater) may be considered if written cancellation is received at least two weeks prior to the applicable deadline.

For example:
General symposium registration:
Cancellation requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the event date.
Abstract presenter registration:
Cancellation requests must be received at least two weeks prior to the selected submission deadline (June 25 or July 15, 2026).
Abstract submissions:
Once an abstract has been submitted or the applicable two-week cancellation window has passed (June 11 or July 1, respectively), the abstract submission portion is non-refundable.

Absence & Missed Sessions
No refunds or credits will be provided for missed sessions due to personal scheduling conflicts, illness, or other circumstances.

Program Changes
BioMedEdu reserves the right to make adjustments to the program schedule, instructors, or format as needed. If a program is canceled by BioMedEdu, a full refund or credit will be issued.

Thank you for your understanding.

For more information, please visit:
https://www.biomededu.org

If you have questions, contact us at:
info@biomededu.org

You will receive an email copy of your completed registration after submission.

Once registered, additional program details (including parking, check-in information, and any updates) will be sent at least two days before the program to both the parent and student email addresses from admin@biomededu.org. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam or junk folder and contact us at admin@biomededu.org. To help ensure delivery, we recommend adding @biomededu.org to your contacts and checking your spam/junk folder regularly.

Student First Name

Student Last Name

Student Email

example@example.com

Student's current grade

School Name

School District Name

School City and State

How would you like to participate? Students who select “submit an abstract" please use the abstract link to submit. Student who select "may submit a research abstract” please contact us to upgrade registration and submit an abstract.

Please list your co-presenter's names and schools. If you will be submitting and presenting with another high school student registered for this symposium. If you are not sure, okay too, indicate so.

Abstract submission link: https://forms.gle/BrL5sPiLXNPpKf5c6

Medical Liability Waiver & Emergency Medical Authorization: I acknowledge that participation in educational activities organized by the program organizers, including the Texas Institute of Biotechnology and Biomedical Education and its affiliated entities, and their partners (collectively, the “Organization”), may involve inherent risks. I agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, the Organization and its representatives are not responsible for any injuries, losses, or medical conditions that may arise from participation. In the event of a medical emergency, I authorize the Organization to obtain appropriate medical care for my child, and I understand that all associated costs are my responsibility.

I grant permission to the program organizers, including the Texas Institute of Biotechnology and Biomedical Education and its affiliated entities, and their partners (collectively, the “Organization”), to capture and use photographs, video, audio recordings, quotes, and student-created or adapted products (including written, visual, and multimedia materials) of my child. These materials may be used, reproduced, adapted, and compiled into educational resources (such as booklets or program materials), and shared for educational, informational, programmatic, and outreach purposes, including within the Organization and with partner institutions.

Please list any allergies medical conditions or special needs

Parent First Name

Parent Last Name

Parent/Guardian Email (Please ensure this email address is correct. Your confirmation and completed registration will be sent here.)

example@example.com

Phone

Format: (000) 000-0000.

Program Fee:

Attend only (no abstract submission)

$50 (Early Bird through May 25)

Regular $75 (by June 25) | Late $100

Attend, learn, and explore student research (lunch included).

Not sure yet? Register now and upgrade to Presenter at a later time.

$50.00 Quantity

Symposium Abstract-Presenter Registration

$150 (Early Bird through May 25)

Regular $195 by June 25 | Late $235 by July 15

Submit an abstract and/or infographic. All submissions are reviewed and may be selected for poster (online or poster board display), lightning talk, or oral presentation.

Students selected for poster presentations for research abstract will be responsible for printing their own posters. Guidance will be provided.

$150.00 Quantity

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By entering my first and last name below, I confirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the student, have read and understood this Parental Consent & Medical Liability Waiver, and agree to its terms. I acknowledge that my electronic signature is the legal equivalent of a handwritten signature and give permission for my child to participate.

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Important: please click Submit to complete your registration or save it and come back to complete. You will receive an email copy of your completed registration after submission.

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