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The 2026 conference theme is “Facing Challenges Head On,” emphasizing how overcoming difficulties has strengthened our field throughout the years.

From its early days relying on subjective opinion, the forensic document discipline has evolved into a rigorous scientific practice with standardized meth-odologies, advanced technologies, and professional organizations that promote continual scientific advancement.

The ASQDE is proud to be a leader in this pursuit, making our discipline an indispensable pillar within the scientific community and the judicial system.

Workshops and presentations

We are planning to feature four half-day workshops, two of which will focus on different aspects of artificial intelligence (AI) as it relates to Forensic Document Examination. There will also be a signature workshop and a hand printing workshop focusing specifically on the examination of handprinted items.

The half-day session is reserved for technical paper presentations, and your participation is encouraged and greatly appreciated.

A breakout workshop for trainees and junior examiners (training completed within the past two years) is also planned.

Abstracts will be due by May 1, 2026, accepted only via our online form.  

Conference Forms & Information

Register for the meeting

Early registration (through Aug. 1):
ASQDE MEMBERS:             $400
INVITED GUESTS:           $500
TRAINEES/STUDENTS:    $350

Late registration (Aug. 2-10):
ASQDE MEMBERS:             $500
INVITED GUESTS:           $600
TRAINEES/STUDENTS:    $350 (no increase)

PLEASE NOTE:
For U.S. government agencies that require an invoice to pay, funds must be received within 5 days of the billed registration level or the higher amount will be due.

PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY AUGUST 15 TO RECEIVE ACCESS TO THE CONFERENCE.

Your registration is completed when paid through Paypal by debit or credit card; no Paypal account required. 

U.S. Government agencies may request an invoice for the early rate as long as payment is received no later than August 6. For the late rate, payment must be received no later than August 15. 

ASQDE Conference Refund Policy

Requests for refunds must be submitted to [email protected] by August 5, 2026 and will be subject to a $25 administrative fee. If you submitted an abstract that was accepted for the program and you have already pre-recorded your session, no refund will be given.

NOTE: International members or guests who cannot complete payment through Paypal may select the wire transfer/EFT option to register. An invoice with bank details will be sent. Payment must be received by August 1 to qualify for the early rate.

If you have questions, please email [email protected]. 

REGISTER FOR THE 2026 VIRTUAL ASQDE CONFERENCE

SUBmit an abstract

ASQDE members and invited guests are encouraged to submit an abstract for a poster, presentation, panel or workshop, which will be presented on the Whova virtual conference platform.

Abstracts are due by May 1, 2026 via the online abstract submission form only. Your submission will be automatically routed to the Program Chair and committee for review. No submissions are accepted by fax, mail, or email.

Be sure to have this information ready before submitting:

• Title
• Abstract
• Format (poster, presentation, panel, workshop)
• Length of presentation (excluding Q & A)
• Who will present (if applicable)
• Names of all co-authors (for participation credit
• Short bio of ONLY the presenter (current employment, training and education written in third person).

Please note these key tips:

• Presentations will be recorded and run at a scheduled time on the agenda in order to have live Q & A participation. 
• Information about poster presentations will be provided after abstract approval.
• Final presentations/posters are due July 20.   

When your abstract is accepted, you’ll receive instructions on how to prepare and submit your presentation. Conference registration is required for all program participants.

Non-Members: You must request a guest invitation from an ASQDE or SWAFDE member and receive an official invitation by email in order to attend or participate in this meeting.

If you do not know a member who will request an invitation for you, please complete this non-member invitation request form to request a guest invitation (you will be asked to upload your CV with the request).  You may still submit an abstract pending approval of your invitation.​ 

SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT FOR THE 2026 VIRTUAL ASQDE CONFERENCE

request a guest invitation

You must request a guest invitation from an ASQDE member and receive an official invitation by email in order to attend or participate in this meeting.

If you do not know a member who will request an invitation for you, please request one at the link below. You will be asked to upload your CV with the request.  

The Executive Committee will review all guest invitation requests. Invitations are sent by email to approved invitees.
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REQUEST A GUEST INVITATION

exhibitor show

The Virtual Exhibitor Show will run the course of the meeting from Monday, Aug. 17 through Wednesday, Aug. 19.   

Two levels of sponsorship are available: Exhibitor and Sponsor. 

Payment in full must be received by July 15. 

Details will be available soon, along with the reservation form.