International Academic Forum on Nursing Practice and Research
Sakura Nursing Forum 2027
Theme
Education, Innovation, and Clinical Practice in Nursing
DATE & Venue
12 - 13 May 2027 | Tokyo, Japan
A selective international forum advancing the science and practice of contemporary nursing.
ABOUT THE FORUM
Advancing the Science and
Scholarship of Nursing
The International Academic Forum on Nursing Practice and Research is a distinguished global platform convening leading nursing scientists, clinical educators, and healthcare policy experts. Now in its first edition, the Forum brings together those advancing the evidentiary and translational foundations of contemporary nursing practice.
Held under the banner of the Sakura Nursing Forum 2027, this year’s meeting is guided by the theme: Education, Innovation, and Clinical Practice in Nursing. The programme is designed to foster rigorous scientific exchange across disciplines, integrating research, clinical application, and health system innovation.
The Forum will take place on 12-13 May 2027 in Tokyo, Japan. Timed to coincide with Japan’s spring season, the meeting offers an environment that combines scholarly depth with cultural refinement.
Across two focused days, the Forum features plenary lectures, curated symposia, and peer-reviewed scientific presentations. Delegates will engage in critical dialogue, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the exchange of research that informs practice, education, and policy at a global level.
Why This Forum
- Bridging research, education, and clinical practice
- Advancing evidence-based nursing across health systems
- Fostering international academic collaboration
- Supporting the translation of research into clinical impact
Scientific Tracks
01
Global Nursing Practice & Healthcare Sys
Nursing excellence across diverse healthcare systems, comparative models of care delivery, global standards with regional adaptation, and system-level approaches to improving access, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
02
Nursing Education, Training & Professional Development
Curriculum innovation, simulation-based and digital pedagogy, interprofessional education, mentorship frameworks, continuing professional development, and competency-based training for the evolving nursing workforce.
03
Clinical Nursing Practice & Patient-Centred Care
Advanced clinical practice, chronic and long-term care management, critical and emergency nursing, patient safety, quality improvement strategies, and evidence-driven models for delivering personalised care.
04
Nursing Leadership, Policy & Workforce Development
Leadership frameworks in healthcare, policy design and regulation, workforce sustainability, nurse wellbeing, organisational strategy, and advancing the professional recognition of nursing globally.
05
Digital Health, Innovation & Nursing Technology
Health informatics, artificial intelligence in clinical decision-making, telehealth systems, digital transformation of care delivery, and the integration of emerging technologies into modern nursing practice.
06
Ethics, Safety & Quality in Nursing Care
Ethical decision-making frameworks, patient safety systems, quality assurance methodologies, risk management, and professional accountability in complex clinical environments.
Confirmed Faculty
Keynote Speakers
Internationally recognised scholars and clinicians
leading the global discourse in nursing science.
Professor Fei-Hsiu Hsiao
Professor
PhD, RN
School of Nursing, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University
TAIWAN
Professor Patricia M. Burrell
Professor
Ph.D., APRN APMHCNS-BC, CNE
Hawaii Pacific University: School of Nursing
USA
Professor William Li
Assistant Dean (Alumni Affairs), Faculty of Medicine
Professor
RN, PhD, FAAN, SFHEA, FHKANM (Education & Research), APN (Education & Research in Nursing)
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
HONG KONG
Additional faculty will be announced. Full biographies available in the conference abstract book.
May 12 – 13, 2027
Scientific Programme
08:00
08:30
Registrations & Arrengements
08:30
09:00
Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address
09:00
10:30
Keynote Presentations
10:30
11:00
Networking Break & Morning Coffee
11:00
13:00
Invited Speaker Presentations
13:00
13:45
Buffet Lunch Break & Networking
14:00
16:00
Concurrent Sessions: Oral Presentations
16:00
16:30
Networking Break & Coffee
16:30
17:30
Poster Hall: Poster Presentations
08:30
09:00
Morning Welcome & Announcements
09:00
10:30
Keynote Presentations
10:30
11:00
Networking Break & Morning Coffee
11:00
13:00
Invited Speaker Presentations
13:00
13:45
Buffet Lunch Break & Networking
14:00
16:00
Concurrent Sessions: Oral Presentations
16:00
16:30
Networking Break & Coffee
16:30
17:30
Poster Hall: Poster Presentations
17:30
18:30
Research Award Ceremony & Farewell Address
The above program PDF is unavailable now. The full program will be available soon.
Submission Open
Call for Abstracts
We invite researchers, clinicians, and educators to submit original work for oral or poster presentation. Abstracts are subject to peer review by the Scientific Committee.
Submission Categories
01
Clinical Practice
Evidence-based interventions, patient safety, chronic disease management, palliative care, and novel care delivery models.
02
Nursing Research
Methodological innovation, qualitative and quantitative studies, translation science, and nursing outcomes research.
03
Education & Training
Curriculum development, simulation, interprofessional education, competency frameworks, and transition to practice.
04
Innovation & Technology
Digital health, informatics, AI applications in nursing, telehealth, wearables, and innovative medical devices.
Important Dates
Submission Portal Opens
01 April 2026
Early Submission Deadline
30 April 2026
Standard Submission Deadline
31 July 2026
Final Submission Deadline
30 September 2026
Conference Date
May 12-13, 2027
Abstracts are subject to peer review and selection. Due to limited presentation capacity, early submission is strongly encouraged.
Only accepted abstracts will be included in the scientific program.
All submissions undergo peer review.
Presentation Formats
- Keynote Presentation (40 min + 5 min Q&A)
- Invited Speaker Presentation (25 min + 5 min Q&A)
- Oral Presentation (20 min + 5 min Q&A)
- Scientific Poster (A0, portrait format)
Registration Open
Secure Your Place
Participation is limited to maintain a focused and high-quality academic environment. Early registration is strongly advised.
Delegate / Attendee
Standard access to all conference sessions, keynotes, and networking events.
Early Bird Registration
$599
Regular Registration
$649
Final Registration
$749
Speaker/Oral(Accepted Abstract)
For authors with accepted abstracts for presentation.
Early Bird Registration
$649
Regular Registration
$749
Final Registration
$849
Poster Presentation
For authors presenting poster sessions.
Early Bird Registration
$499
Regular Registration
$549
Final Registration
$599
Student(Poster/Delegate/Oral)
Discounted rate for verified full-time students.
Early Bird Registration
$399
Regular Registration
$499
Final Registration
$599
Important Dates
Confirmation Portal Opens
01 April 2026
Early Confirmation Deadline
30 April 2026
Standard Confirmation Deadline
31 July 2026
Final Confirmation Deadline
15 October 2026
Participation is confirmed upon registration and is subject to abstract acceptance and program capacity.
Early confirmation is recommended to ensure inclusion in the preliminary program and allocation within core scientific sessions.
Who Should Attend
- Nursing researchers and scientists
- Clinical practitioners and advanced practice nurses
- Academic faculty and educators
- Healthcare leaders and policy professionals
Location
Tokyo, Japan
A leading global city at the intersection of advanced healthcare systems, academic excellence, and cultural heritage. The Forum is scheduled to take place during Japan’s spring season.
Venue details will be announced shortly.