Abstracts

Abstract Submission

The abstract submission deadline is March 31st, 2026.

All abstracts are to be submitted as a Microsoft Word (.DOCX) file, and should be prepared by following the abstract formatting requirements listed below. A template can be downloaded using the button below to make it easier to follow the formatting requirements. Prior to submitting your abstract, please name the file according to the following convention: firstname_lastname.docx 

While most oral presentations will be from in-person attendees, virtual attendees may also submit abstracts for consideration as up to one talk per session may be given virtually (although a virtual talk will not necessarily be selected for all sessions). There will not be an option for virtual poster presentations.

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Abstract Formatting Requirements

• 1 inch margins on all sides.
• All text is to be left justified.
• Font:
  • Title: Arial, bold, 14 point
  • Author line: Arial, 12 point
  • Affiliations: Arial, 10 point
  • Abstract body: Arial, 12 point
• Presenting author is underlined.
• The entire abstract (including title, authors, affiliations, and the body of the abstract) must fit on a single page.
• One blank line (12 point) should be present between the title and author line, and between the author line and affiliations. Two blank lines (12 point) should be present between the affiliations and the body of the abstract.
• Delete the instruction page and the example page from the abstract prior to submitting.

Abstract Template Example Abstract