Clinical virology and laboratory medicine are advancing rapidly worldwide, driven by continued emergence of novel and re-emerging viral pathogens, the shift from single-target assays to multiplex and sequencing-based platforms, and tightening international accreditation requirements. This conference responds to that pace of change by bringing global expertise directly to Kuwait's medical laboratory workforce, translating international scientific and regulatory developments into practical guidance that participants can apply immediately in routine diagnostic practice.
Designed for clinical, research and diagnostic medical laboratory professionals including:
Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency the Minister of Health, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 8th Medical Laboratories Conference, taking place on 16–17 November 2026 under the theme, "Advances in Clinical Virology: Innovations in Diagnostic, Quality and Laboratory Practice." On behalf of the Organizing Committee, I extend my sincere appreciation for your participation in this distinguished scientific event.
Clinical virology plays a critical role in protecting public health through the timely detection, monitoring, and management of viral diseases. Advances in molecular diagnostics, genomic surveillance, laboratory quality systems, and emerging technologies continue to strengthen laboratory services, improve patient care, and support effective public health responses.
This conference brings together medical laboratory professionals, clinicians, researchers, academicians, and industry partners to exchange knowledge, share the latest scientific developments, and foster collaborations that will advance clinical virology and laboratory medicine.
Our scientific program features keynote lectures, scientific sessions, and workshops covering innovations in diagnostics, molecular and genomic technologies, laboratory quality and accreditation, biosafety, emerging viral pathogens, and best laboratory practices. We also encourage you to take advantage of the valuable networking opportunities throughout the conference.
Thank you for being part of the 8th Medical Laboratories Conference. Your participation is essential to the success of this event, and I wish you an engaging, productive, and rewarding conference experience.
Welcome, and I wish you a successful conference.
Update Medical Laboratory Scientists in Kuwait on recent advances in viral diagnostics, emerging infectious diseases, and laboratory accreditation
Examine the transformative impact of molecular diagnostics and next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies on clinical virology
Strengthen professional competencies in laboratory quality systems through hands-on short courses
Provide a platform for international and national experts to exchange knowledge with the local laboratory community
Support Kuwait's medical laboratories in aligning with current international quality and diagnostic standards
Register to attend the conference, or submit an abstract for poster or oral presentation.
Venue
Grand Hyatt Hotel Kuwait
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Complete your registration for CME Credit Certificate.
Conference Registration is free and includes access to scientific activity and coffee break only.
Deadline: October 15, 2026. Peer-reviewed selection.
Organizing, Scientific, and Advisory Board Leadership.
Organizing Chair
Ministry of Health, Kuwait
Scientific Chair
Council of Medical Laboratories
Abstract Chair
Kuwait University Faculty of Medicine
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