Abstracts
Abstract Submission has now closed.
ADS Abstract Submissions
ADS categories for abstract submission are:
- Basic Science
- Clinical Science
ADS are pleased to offer the following awards/prizes:
- ADS Pincus Taft Junior Investigators Award - for Best Basic Science Oral Presentation
- ADS President's Junior Investigator Award - for Best Clinical Research Oral Presentation
- ADS Basic Science Poster Prizes
- ADS Clinical Poster Prizes
Only ADS junior members can apply for any of the ASM awards and/or for a travel grant. ADS junior members applying for these awards/grants must also visit the ADS website at www.diabetessociety.com.au (See Awards & Travel Grants page) to read the eligibility criteria of each award and grant as further supporting documentation is required for your application to be considered. You will need to lodge your supporting documentation online via the ADS website by the deadline which is to be advised.
ADEA Abstract Submissions
ADEA encourages members and non-members to submit an abstract across any related diabetes fields.
ADEA categories for abstract submission are:
- Case Studies
- Clinical Practice
- Program Evaluation
- Quality Improvement Activity
- Review of Resource Delivery
- Service Delivery
ADEA are pleased to offer the following awards/prizes:
- Best Oral Presentation Award
- Best Novice Oral Presentation Award
- Best Poster Award
- Best Novice Poster Award
Please click here to download the ADEA Abstract Submission Preparation and Guidelines document.
Please find below some useful information to assist with your preparations;
Abstract Writing & Language
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Oral Presentations
- How to... Design a great multimedia conference presentation: Providing you with guidelines to assist you with designing a great multimedia presentation
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Poster Presentations
- How to... Design posters for maximum impact: Providing you with tips on how to maximise the impact of your poster presentation
Workshops
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Session Recordings
Some sessions may be recorded and made available after the conference on the website. Abstract submitters will be asked to indicate during the submission process if they give permission for their presentation to be included on the website post conference.
Please note that any images copied from google and included in your presentation should be removed from presentations included in the online recordings. The organisers should be notified if any slides need to be excluded.
Important Information
Abstracts close Friday 26th May 2017
Those preparing posters should note the maximum size allowed is A0 (841 mm x 1189 mm) deep (portrait layout). Velcro will be available to fix the poster to the boards.
Computer data projection via PowerPoint Presentation is the preferred presentation method for oral presentations. If you experience any difficulties in submitting your abstract, please contact Cara at ASN Events - cm@asnevents.net.au
Frequently Asked Questions
Please ensure you are using one of the browsers indicated below: Please ensure your abstract file is open on your computer - you will need cut and paste it onto the web. (Note that keypad short cuts do not work with Mozilla, you need to use the Menu, Edit, Paste command to paste in text to your submission).
Please note: Abstracts must NOT exceed 300 words. An informative abstract briefly includes components such as introduction, objectives, methods, results and conclusions.
Abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee and their acceptance to oral or poster presentation will be announced.
The first step in uploading your abstract is to record your personal details on your own 'Currinda Profile'. If you have already completed it for your registration or another ASN event, you will not have to repeat this, just 'log in' to your Currinda Profile. As you complete your registration you will receive a confirmation email. You will be able to upload your abstract via your personal profile. When you've finished the submission you will receive a confirmation email with your Abstract Submission Reference Number. You can view or edit your abstract by returning to your Currinda profile.
You can use your email and password to access your abstract submission at any time.
The presenting author must be the person submitting the abstract and they must do this from their own 'Currinda profile'.
You can cut and paste your abstract in several simple steps. The benefits of this system are many but include:
If you do not receive this confirmation email, please contact ASN Events.
Changes can be made to your abstract until the scoring process begins. Simply return to your Currinda profile and select the Edit option under Abstracts tab. Please note the edit option will no longer appear once scoring has commenced.
Notification of acceptance/rejection will be issued in the weeks after abstract submission closes. Successful authors will be provided with specific instructions in relation to their presentation time, duration, format etc. Those preparing posters in the interim should note the maximum poster size permitted is A0 (841 mm x 1189 mm) deep (portrait layout). Velcro will be available to fix the poster to the boards