AcademyHealth and the National Institutes of Health are once again convening the growing dissemination and implementation (D&I) science community for the 18th Annual Conference on the Science of D&I in Health. This year’s conference theme is “Realizing the Benefits of D&I Science.”
The call for abstracts is now open. Submit your abstract here.
Overview
The abstract solicitation and conference structure have been designed to focus our thinking and discussion on the highest priorities for dissemination and implementation science now and in the future to help optimize health and health care in the U.S. and globally.
Given the breadth of the field and the importance of maximizing opportunities for participants to follow consistent themes throughout the concurrent sessions of the meeting, we are including nine thematic tracks to organize the conference agenda.
2025 Conference Theme
Realizing the Benefits of Dissemination & Implementation Science
This year’s conference theme will address our existing and future efforts to maximize the benefits of D&I science. While our field has identified and tested a range of strategies to ensure the adoption, integration, sustainment, and spread of effective health interventions, less attention has been focused on the ultimate benefits of successful dissemination and implementation studies. The 18th Annual Science of D&I Conference will explore success stories, methodological advancements, challenges, and opportunities to realize the benefits of our science across health care, community, and public health systems.
Submission Timeline
Call for Abstracts Opens: Thursday, May 15, 2025
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET
Abstract Notifications: Mid-September 2025
Submission Types and Review Criteria
Abstracts are encouraged for four types of scientific sessions:
- Individual Oral Presentations
- Panel Presentations
- Poster Presentations
- Interactive Pre-Conference Workshops
For individual oral, panel, or poster presentations: Authors will be required to select a track for their abstract and must adhere to the format: Background, Methods, Findings, and Implications for D&I Science. Priority will be given to abstracts that address the overall conference theme, fit well in one of the conference tracks, and present high-quality data to support abstract conclusions.
For interactive pre-conference workshops: Authors will be required to provide a detailed workshop description (including an agenda), three learning objectives, and participating faculty. Priority will be given to workshops that are engaging, skills-based, and interactive.
Review Criteria for Individual Abstracts and Panels
Abstracts will be reviewed and scored based on the following submission criteria, with preference being given to those that:
- Show relevance to D&I Science
- Focus on the conference theme and tracks (see Track Areas of Focus)
- Utilize rigorous and relevant research methods
- Present high-quality data to support findings
- Adequately demonstrate how the study will advance the field
Review Criteria for Pre-Conference Workshops
- Relevance to D&I Science
- Important and timely topic
- Clear learning objectives
- Leader skill expertise
- Interactive and attractive format
Note: Abstracts presenting results of empirical research should report completed studies or substantial interim results. Abstracts describing proposed or early-stage studies are not encouraged.
Nine Thematic Tracks
- Behavioral Health
- Building the Future of D&I Science: Capacity Building, Infrastructure, and Emerging Research Areas
- Clinical Care Settings: Patient-level Interventions
- Clinical Care Settings: System-level Interventions
- Closing Health Gaps Through Implementation Science
- Global Dissemination and Implementation Science
- Health Policy Dissemination and Implementation Science
- Models, Measures, and Methods
- Prevention and Public Health