CALL FOR ABSTRACT
Share your expertise at the ISSTD XXII World Congress!
Abstracts must be submitted in the following categories:
Pathology
Clinical
Basic science
Translation science
Education
Health policy
Psychosocial aspects
Submission guidelines:
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Abstracts can only be submitted via the online form, abstracts submitted by fax or email will not be accepted.
2
Abstracts must be submitted in English.
3
The presenting author of an accepted abstract must register and attend the congress.
4
The number of submissions is limited to 3 per presenting author.
5
The number of authors is limited to 20 per abstract.
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Provide a short specific title indicating the scientific content of the abstract.
Content
The background and goals of the study should appear clearly to the reader.
The methods need to outline patient group, methods applied, statistical considerations, if applicable.
Results must contain data (except for Late Breaking abstracts [LBA]- see below).
The conclusion should be clearly expressed.
Structure
The following structure will be required:
Introduction/Background*
Methodology
Results*
Conclusion*
Disclosures* (online recording via the submission form)
*Mandatory fields
Format
The title may not exceed 30 words.
The abstract text may not be longer than 300 words (excluding title, authors and disclosures).
All abbreviations must be defined the first time they appear in the text (but do not define in the title).
Tables, charts and other graphics (for all in total maximum 1) are permitted and must be in high resolution JPG format.
Preference
Authors should indicate their presentation type preference:
• 10-min oral presentation
• 3-min oral presentation
• Paper poster presentation
• Place holder for LBA
Any Questions?
If you have questions regarding abstracts or need assistance, please contact:
Dr Pierre DESCARGUES
Abstracts coordinator
pierre.descargues@chu-lyon.fr
Prof. Pierre-Adrien BOLZE
Scientific Program coordinator
pierre-adrien.bolze@chu-lyon.fr
Awards
Abstracts submitted will be considered for the following awards:
Bagshawe Award – Best Overall Presentation ($500USD)
Kohorn Award – Best Educational Lecture ($500USD)
Best Oral Presentation – Clinical ($250USD)
Best Oral Presentation – Science ($250USD)
Best Poster Presentation – Clinical ($250USD)
Best Poster Presentation – Science ($250USD)
