Welcome to the FungalDx26
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
It is our great honor and pleasure to warmly invite you to the 2nd International Congress on Fungal Diagnostics (FungalDx 2026), which will be held from December 2–4, 2026, in Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
FungalDx2026 is organized by the Fungal Diagnostics Working Group of the International Society for Human and Animal Mycology (ISHAM) and will offer a stimulating and comprehensive scientific program. Building on the tremendous success of FungalDx24 (Bethesda, MD, USA) and our recent Pre-ISHAM 2025 Workshop (Iguaçu Falls, Brazil), FungalDx2026 promises another dynamic and interactive postgraduate event, showcasing the latest advances and innovations in fungal diagnostics.
This year, we are pleased to introduce case report abstract submissions. Selected abstracts will form the basis of real-case scenario panel sessions, with authors participating directly as part of the discussion team. This new format aims to enhance interactive learning and highlight practical solutions to complex diagnostic challenges.
FungalDx2026 conference is designed for participants seeking to deepen their knowledge and practical skills in fungal diagnostics. The event will be particularly valuable for:
- Physicians and trainees in infectious diseases, critical care, transplantation, hematology-oncology, dermatology, pediatrics, and other specialties managing fungal infections
- Clinical microbiology laboratory directors and consultants
- Clinical microbiology fellows (CPEP, ACGME)
- Clinical laboratory scientists specializing in diagnostic microbiology/mycology
- PhD students and postdoctoral researchers in relevant fields
- Scientists from the infectious disease in vitro diagnostics (IVD) industry or pharmaceutical sector
FungalDx2026 offers a unique opportunity to gain practical, up-to-date insights into the diagnosis and management of fungal infections. Participants will learn how to select the most appropriate diagnostic tests, interpret results accurately, and choose optimal antifungal therapies—including both current treatment options and emerging agents. The program also emphasizes adapting diagnostic strategies to both high-resource and resource-limited settings.
In addition to the main congress program, a post-congress postgraduate workshop entitled “Diagnostic Mycology in Veterinary Practice & One Health” will be held on December 4, 2026, from 1:00–5:30 PM. Organized in collaboration with the ISHAM Veterinary Mycology & One Health Working Group, this half-day educational workshop will address zoonotic fungi and veterinary mycoses, with a focus on the diagnosis of fungal infections in animals, surveillance, emerging threats, and One Health implications. The workshop is designed for trainees and professionals in veterinary and medical mycology and aims to enhance understanding of diagnostic approaches, antifungal resistance, epidemiology, and infection prevention at the animal–human–environment interface.
We look forward to welcoming you to FungalDx2026 for another landmark event in fungal diagnostics.
FungalDx26 Co-Chairs
Prof. Dr. Amir Seyedmousavi, NIH, Bethesda, USA
Prof. Dr. Malcolm Richardson, University of Manchester, UK
Fungal Dx 26 | A diverse and interactive learning experience!
This conference will feature 12 scientific sessions over three days, led by internationally recognized experts. Each session begins with a real-world clinical case, followed by an interactive discussion focused on diagnostic algorithms and clinical decision-making pathways. These sessions are designed to benefit both clinical microbiologists and healthcare professionals across multiple specialties.
Key Focus Areas:
- Epidemiology and Global Burden of Fungal Diseases
- Superficial and Cutaneous Mycoses: Clinical Spectrum and Diagnostics
- Aspergillus Diseases: Clinical, Laboratory, and Radiologic Perspectives
- Cryptococcosis, Mucormycosis, and Rare Mold Infections
- Candida and Candidiasis: Diagnostic Strategies, Emerging Challenges, and Surveillance
- Fungal immunodiagnostics, Antifungal Therapies, Antifungal Resistance
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, Antifungal Stewardship, and WHO Diagnostic Frameworks
- Diagnostic Stewardship, Guidelines, and Resource-Limited Approaches
- Advanced Diagnostics: Histopathology, Molecular Testing, and Artificial Intelligence
- Fungal Surveillance, Outbreak Investigations, and Environmental Health
- Endemic Dimorphs and Detection of Pneumocystis jirovecii
- Zoonotic Fungi and Veterinary Mycoses: Diagnosis, Emerging Threats, and One Health Implications
In addition to these sessions, the event emphasizes applied learning, incorporating case-based discussions and peer exchange to ensure attendees leave with actionable knowledge to improve patient care.
12 scientific sessions
The Fungal Dx 26 will feature 12 scientific sessions over two days, led by internationally recognized experts.
Real-world clinical case
Each session begins with a real-world clinical case, followed by an interactive discussion focused on diagnostic algorithms and clinical decision-making pathways.
Multiple specialties
These sessions are designed to benefit both clinical microbiologists and healthcare professionals across multiple specialties.
Post Congress Workshop
A post-Congress workshop subject: Diagnostic Mycology in Veterinary Practice & One.
Early Abstract Submission is Open!
Early Bird Registration is Open !
Conference Venue
THE BETHESDAN HOTEL, TAPESTRY COLLECTION BY HILTON
Address: 8120 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, 20814-3624, USA
+1 301-652-2000