Dear friends and colleagues,

On behalf of the organizing committee, it is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the ADES Summit 2026 in Singapore. The summit will be held on 5 September 2026 at the Andaz Singapore, a Hyatt property situated in the heart of the city’s vibrant cultural and leisure precinct. The venue offers exceptional convenience, with the nearest Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station right below the hotel. It is also within walking distance of Suntec City, Esplanade Concert Hall, the Bugis and Arab Street shopping districts, and the National Gallery.

This annual conference, known for its engaging and collegial atmosphere, travels to a different country each year. We are especially proud to host the summit for the very first time in Singapore.

The program is designed to foster collaboration and the exchange of experiences, knowledge, and research findings in ocular surface and cornea science and practice. It will feature invited talks covering clinical, basic, and translational medicine, alongside a judged poster session. Shortlisted posters will be displayed at the conference and presented in a rapid-fire oral format. All abstracts submitted by the deadline will be published on the conference website. The day will conclude with our traditional summit gala dinner. For detailed program information and important deadlines, please visit the summit website. International delegates are kindly advised to check visa requirements well in advance of travel.

Having served on the ADES Board since my appointment by Dr. Tsubota several years ago, it is a profound honor to now host this year’s summit. Our entire team is committed to ensuring an enriching and memorable experience for all attendees. I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to the organizing committee—particularly my co-chairs, Assoc. Prof. Liu Yu Chi and Dr. Ong Hon Shing, as well as the ADES Secretariat, Mr. Toru Fukaya, and Mediproduce for their invaluable support and hard work.

We hope you enjoy both the conference and your time in Singapore. Should you need any assistance to make your stay more pleasant, please do not hesitate to contact me or any member of our team.

Thank you.

Warm regards,

Louis Tong
Chair, Organizing Committee  
Vice President, ADES