PSA calls for abstracts for PSA25
27 March 2025
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA), in partnership with the Australian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA), invites pharmacists, researchers, and healthcare professionals to submit abstracts for the research stream at PSA25, Australia’s leading pharmacy education conference.
Taking place between 1-3 August 2025 in Sydney, PSA25 brings together thought leaders, experts, and frontline pharmacists to explore innovations, emerging trends, and advancements shaping the future of pharmacy practice.
Abstracts are invited across two categories:
- Research Papers: Present your original research that pushes the boundaries of pharmaceutical science. We welcome studies that offer new insights, challenge existing paradigms, and propose novel solutions to current challenges in pharmacy practice.
- Practice Pearls: Share your practical experiences, case studies, or innovative approaches that have proven effective in your practice. These insights are invaluable in shaping practical, real-world applications of pharmacy knowledge.
PSA National President Associate Professor Fei Sim FPS encourages pharmacists from all areas of practice to share their insights and contribute to the profession’s knowledge base.
“PSA25 is an opportunity for pharmacists to not only showcase the latest advancements in pharmaceutical sciences, but also highlight innovative pharmacy practice across our profession,” Associate Professor Sim said.
“Whether it’s ground-breaking research or innovative practice pearls, your contribution is crucial in establishing evidence-based foundations for the evolving role of pharmacists.”
In collaboration with APSA, PSA is pleased to offer advice and assistance to authors in the preparation of their abstracts and subsequent posters and oral presentations.
Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association (APSA) President Lisa Kalisch Ellett encouraged pharmacists from all areas of practice to submit.
“The Australasian Pharmaceutical Science Association is delighted to be partnering with PSA on the research stream for PSA25. It’s been wonderful to see the success of the research stream grow over the years of our collaboration, with more pharmacists submitting abstracts each year and attendance at the research sessions growing each year.
“This year we especially encourage practising pharmacists and people who don’t see themselves as ‘traditional researchers’ to submit an abstract. There is a category of abstract submissions called ‘Practice Pearls’ that is perfect for describing solutions to pharmacy practice challenges that have been developed and implemented in pharmacies.
“APSA offers support in writing the abstracts and then developing your presentation for the conference. We can help you decide whether a traditional research abstract or a Practice Pearl is the best option for your presentation and we will work with you to develop both the abstract submission and the presentation.
“If you’re feeling daunted by the thought of submitting an abstract or not sure how to start, please get in touch.
“This mentorship has been successful over previous years, in fact a community pharmacist that we worked with to develop his abstract and presentation for PSA24 went on to be awarded ‘Best Poster Presentation’ at the PSA24 conference,” Ms Kalisch Ellett concluded.
Accepted abstracts may be presented as oral presentations or poster displays at PSA25.
Submissions close on 6 June 2025. For more information and to submit an abstract, visit https://www.psa25.com.au/call-for-abstracts
Media contact: Georgia Clarke M: 0480 099 798 E: georgia.clarke@psa.org.au
