For researchers and professionals dedicated to advancing global health, a new window of opportunity has opened to present their work on the most important stage for debate in the sector. The presidents of the 3rd World Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (3rd WCTCIM) have announced a new and final round for abstract submissions, with the deadline extended to July 15, 2025.

This decision responds to requests from scientific societies and reflects the congress’s commitment to diversity, aiming to ensure equitable participation from researchers, students, and health professionals from all six regions of the world. With over 400 abstracts already received, the new date offers a valuable chance for more voices to contribute to the forefront of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM).

This congress is establishing itself as a qualified global arena, designed to bring together researchers in plenary sessions, specific-themed parallel sessions, oral communications, workshops, and health-promoting cultural and body activities.

Updated Submission Schedule

To ensure clarity for all participants, the schedules have been restructured. Submissions from previous rounds are still under review according to the previously established deadlines.

Last Round

  • Final submission deadline: July 15, 2025
  • Final evaluation result: July 30, 2025

Previous Rounds

  • 2nd Round: Submission deadline on June 18, final result on July 30.
  • 1st Round: Submission deadline on May 21, final result on June 30.

Abstract Submission Modalities

Interested parties can submit their work in three distinct modalities. Authors should note that the official language for all submissions and presentations is English only.

  1. Research Abstract: Intended for the presentation of quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research. It covers everything from preclinical studies and clinical trials to systematic reviews and methodological studies.
  2. Case Report: Focused on clinical cases that offer a unique contribution to scientific literature. The submission must follow the CARE Checklist guidelines to ensure the quality and relevance of the presentation.
  3. Experience Report: Aimed at documenting health practices and experiences using TCIM, with approved works to be published on the Fiocruz IdeiaSUS platform in the form of videos and texts.

Guidelines for Authors

To encourage participation, abstract submission only requires the main author to register in the congress system; payment of the registration fee is not necessary at this time. Payment will only be required after the abstract is approved and is a prerequisite for presentation at the event and publication in the proceedings in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, one of the most recognized international public health publications.

Submit Your Abstract Here

For authors from low and middle-income countries (LMICs) whose work is approved and who need to request support for the congress registration fee should contact the event’s organizing team directly via email: [email protected]

Aligning your submission with one of the six thematic axes of the event can enhance the relevance of your work. Therefore, a careful review of the text, ensuring clarity, conciseness, and adherence to the guidelines, is a crucial step for a successful evaluation.

About the 3rd WCTCIM

The 3rd WCTCIM is a global-scale event that will take place from October 15 to 18, 2025, at the Riocentro Convention Center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Held for the first time in Latin America, the congress’s central objective is to advance the integration of traditional and complementary medicines into evidence-informed health systems, promoting international interdisciplinary collaboration.

Under the theme “Strengthening Global Public Health through Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine,” this historic edition will simultaneously host the 20th International Congress on TCIM Research (ISCMR) and the 17th European Congress for Integrative Medicine (ESIM). The event will serve as a catalyst for debate on the implementation of the new WHO Traditional Medicine Strategy 2025-2034, aligning the global scientific community to contribute to reducing mental distress and Non-Communicable Diseases.

Essential Submission Information