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Submission deadline: 28 June 2026

 

Abstract topics

Basic and Translational Science in Headache Pathophysiology

  • Neurobiology and Neurophysiology (Human) 
  • Neurobiology and Neurophysiology (Non-Human) 
  • Neuroinflammation and Immunology 
  • Genetics and Epigenetics 
  • Biomarkers and Hormones (e.g. GLP-1)

Therapies in Migraine and Tension Type Headache

  • Pharmacology and Mechanisms of Therapeutics
  • Neuromodulation Techniques
  • Early Clinical Trials Phase I
  • Clinical Trials Phase II–III
  • Clinical Trials Phase IV

Cluster Headache and TACs

  • New Imaging Findings
  • Pathophysiological Advances
  • Therapies (Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological)

Clinical Outcomes and Metrics

  • Real-World Evidence Studies and Burden of Headache
  • Patient-Reported Outcomes and Quality of Life Metrics
  • Long-Term Outcomes of Preventive Treatments
  • Evaluation of Non-Pharmacological Interventions (e.g., Mindfulness, Acupuncture)
  • Assessment of Combination Therapies
  • Prevention Strategies for Migraine and Headache Disorders

Advances in Clinical Headache Care

  • Standardization of Diagnostic Criteria and Tools
  • Integration of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Routine Practice
  • Strategies for Reducing Delays in Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Integration of AI in Diagnosis and Treatment
  • APPs and Wearables

Equity and Special Populations

  • Sex and Gender Differences in Headache Care
  • Pediatric and Adolescent Headache Research
  • Headache Care in Vulnerable Populations
  • Children and CGRP

Secondary Headaches – Imaging, Pathophysiology and Therapy (Human)

  • Medication Overuse (Headache)
  • News on Red Flags
  • CSF and Headache
  • Management in the Emergency Department

Comorbidity-Focused Headache Research

  • Comorbid Psychiatric Disorders (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD) and Headache
  • Sleep Disorders and Headache
  • Migraine and Cardiovascular Disorders
  • Migraine and Obesity
  • Chronic Overlapping Pain Conditions

Environmental & Lifestyle Determinants

  • Planetary Health and Headache Disorders
  • Light Exposure and Circadian Disruption
  • Urbanization, Sensory Load and Workplace Related Headaches
  • Nutrition Science and Dietary Triggers
  • Caffeine: Risks, Benefits, Dependence
  • Physical Activity and Exercise Biology
  • Climate Change and Headache Triggers
  • Air Pollution and Neuroinflammation

Others

Your headache research doesn't fit into any of the topics before.

Celebrating last year’s winners

Best poster and best oral abstract awards

Last year’s abstract awardees set an inspiring benchmark with their excellent research contributions. Your work could be next!

Best oral abstract presentations

  • Avneesh Jain – Norway
  • Mira Pauline Fitzek – Germany
  • Ilaria Cetta – Italy
  • Eloisa Rubio Beltran – Great Britain

Best poster presentation

  • Arão Belitardo de Oliveira – Brazil
  • Britt van der Arend – The Netherlands
  • Gabriele Sebastianelli – Italy

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EHC26 Programme Team

If you have any questions, problems or requests, please use the email address provided. We look forward to assisting you.

Carolin Geppert | Hannes Helfer | Andreas Lelle
Programme Management
ehc-programme@conventus.de

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