Abstracts received by Friday, 30 January 2026 will be reviewed for consideration in the 2026 Symposium program. 

Technical and Research Topics for Abstract Consideration:

• State of Practice
• Laboratory and Field Testing
• Component and System Modeling
• Design Methodologies and Advances
• Manufacturing Innovations
• Automated Inspection Technologies
• Track Resilient Materials
• Loading Environment
• Tie Preservation
• Field Performance
• Failure Modes
• Research Needs
• Direct Fixation Track Systems
• Sustainability of Crossties