OUR 2027 FOCUS :
Artificial Intelligence vs. Intelligence Amplified:
Empowering Families with Knowledge through Connection and Technology
Present in-person with us in St. Louis, Missouri March 3-5, 2027
SUBMIT A POSTER
DEADLINE for submitting posters abstracts for NPA's 2027 conference is FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026.
In today’s digital landscape, patients increasingly receive medical information directly through social media, online communities, and AI-powered tools.
Moreover, many will turn to these platforms before ever engaging with traditional healthcare systems.
While these technologies have the potential to improve access to knowledge and empower families, they also raise critical concerns regarding accuracy, trust, equity, and ethical implementation.
We are looking for poster presentations that relate to this year's theme. Learn more.
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Posters may describe contributions to theory, policy development, program development and evaluation, delivery of services, advocacy, or research.
Abstract submissions on other topics relevant to perinatal issues will also be considered.​
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We are particularly interested in presentations focusing on community-specific, family-centered, and culturally-informed approaches as well as presentations that incorporate the role of families and self advocates in policy and service delivery.
Submissions by students and trainees are welcomed and encouraged.
We highly encourage that poster presentations include parents as partners and co-presenters.
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We welcome the submission of posters previously presented at state-level perinatal association meetings. Presentations previously presented at other scientific conferences are also invited.
POSTER CATEGORIES:
There are 3 categories for submissions:
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Innovative Models of Care
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Applied or Basic Research
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Community Organizing and Advocacy
Submissions by students and trainees are welcome and highly encouraged.
Innovative Models of Care
Projects highlighting creative or emerging approaches to perinatal healthcare delivery, including technology-based tools, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient-centered care strategies designed to improve maternal and infant health outcomes.
Applied or Basic Research
Research-focused projects examining perinatal, maternal, or infant health through systematic investigation, including study design, data analysis, outcomes, and implications for clinical practice or future research.
Community Organizing and Advocacy
Projects focused on community-based initiatives, healthcare systems policies, public health programs, and legislative strategies that support perinatal care, improve access to services, and promote better maternal and infant health outcomes.
In addition to awards for each of these 3 categories there will be a fourth award for student research.
Award recipients will receive a complimentary registration to NPA's 2028 conference.
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INSTRUCTIONS for SUBMITTING:
The deadline for poster abstract submissions is Friday, October 30, 2026.​​​​
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Please submit your poster through our portal at Drexel University.
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include the title of your poster
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tell us which category you are submitting in
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structure your submission according to the guidance for your category
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provide contact information for the corresponding author, including a phone number
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tell us who will be presenting your poster in St. Louis
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let us know if you are submitting as a student or trainee
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tell us if you'd like to be considered for a 10-minute podium presentation on your work
All poster presentations must be titled and should be structured according to the following formats:
INNOVATIVE MODELS OF CARE
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Introduction - briefly introduce your project including relevant background
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Content/Action
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Lessons Learned
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Implications for Practice
APPLIED or BASIC RESEARCH
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Introduction
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Methods
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Results
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Discussion
COMMUNITY ORGANIZING and ADVOCACY
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Introduction
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Content
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Practice Application
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There is a 3000-character limit (approximately 500 words) for abstracts.
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Carefully proofread your abstract before submitting. Your copy will be reproduced exactly as submitted for reviewers.
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We will begin emailing decisions to the corresponding authors by Monday, November 16, 2026.
​If you have any questions, please email our poster co-chairs Pamela A. Geller, PhD and Kayla Layne, MS at submissions@nationalperinatal.org
If you receive an invitation to join us in St. Louis, please see our GUIDANCE for POSTER PRESENTERS which includes important deadlines for submitting your poster for judging.​
​We ask that all poster presenters register for the conference
by Friday, December 11, 2026.
You do not need to be a member of NPA to submit an abstract. But we invite you to join.
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Professional $75
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Student or Trainee $45
A NOTE about PRESENTING your POSTER:
Our goal is to create a space where presenters and conference attendees can come together, share their work, and learn from each other.
NPA welcomes multiple presentations from your team.
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However, in order to provide meaningful opportunities for interacting,
we require that each poster has a dedicated presenter.
In other words, while an individual can be an author on multiple presentations, each poster must have a dedicated registered presenter.
One attendee may not present multiple posters.
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See our guidance for poster presenters.
OUR SCHEDULE in ST. LOUIS:
Posters will be displayed throughout the conference beginning at 8:00 am on Wednesday, March 3.
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All poster presenters must be present to visit with conference attendees and judges during the social hour on the evening of Wednesday, March 3, 2027.
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A select subset of poster presenters will be invited to give a 10-minute podium presentation about their work during the conference. If you are selected, you will be contacted by our poster committee chairs and will receive additional guidance.
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Awards will be given for best posters in the categories of:
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Innovative Models of Care
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Applied or Basic Research
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Community Organizing and Advocacy
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Student Research
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Awardees will be announced during the opening session on March 5, 2027.
