SUBMITTING via CVENT

We are using CVENT for the abstract submission process. This is a four-step process:

First: Create an account, using your email address and creating a password (unless you already have one)

Second: Type the information relating to the abstract in each box including picking up to 3 topics

Third: Complete a word document of the abstract that includes all the information noted in the Abstract Template, including the corresponding author’s name and email address. This needs to be in the correct format as they will be published in JINS and Brain Impairment.

Fourth: Upload the completed abstract

To get started click on the SUBMIT ABSTRACT link below

Information regarding abstract submission

  • Abstracts may be submitted for Platform, Datablitz (5 minute oral plus poster), “How to” session or Poster presentation formats (please see complete details in the section below). Prospective presenters are invited to indicate their preferred presentation format, although the final decision will be made by the conference co-chairs.
  • All abstracts must consist of original work. Abstracts that have been previously published should not be submitted.
  • All research, results, and conclusions should be final at the time of submission.
  • There is no limitation on the number of submissions by one author; however, authors are asked to use discretion since submitting multiple abstracts may create scheduling problems.
  • All submissions will be peer reviewed. The Program Committee Chairs will make the final decision on all submissions.
  • Accepted abstracts must be presented at the conference by an author designated on the abstract. Any authors who will attend the conference must register for the conference and pay the appropriate conference registration fee.
  • Abstracts that are accepted and presented at the conference will be available for delegates via the Smartphone App and on the conference website.
  • Abstracts will be published in INS’s journal JINS and ASSBI’s journal Brain Impairment, as well as on the conference app exactly as submitted. Please proofread carefully before finalising your abstract submission. NOTE: If you do not attach your abstract it will not be reviewed and there will be ONE reminder only.
  • There will be INS and ASSBI student awards presented, so your student status should be included when submitting your abstract. To be eligible for the ASSBI Awards you must be an ASSBI Student Member, attend the conference and present.

Presentation Formats:

  1. Platform sessions: Platform sessions comprise individual oral presentations, which are scheduled together with other thematically related platform papers at the discretion of the Program Committee Chair. Between four and six individually submitted abstracts will be chosen for each session. Each abstract will be allotted 15 minutes for oral presentation and audience discussion. A moderator will rigorously adhere to these time limits to allow time for discussion.
  2. Datablitz sessions: Datablitz sessions include a 5-minute oral presentation and a Poster. The speaker will give a 5-minute presentation and then attend their poster in the poster session to discuss further with delegates. If you are allocated a Datablitz presentation you will be sent instructions on how to structure your PowerPoint presentation and Poster.
  3. “How to” sessions: These are 30 or 45-minute sessions in which a leading practitioner will briefly give an update on a specific assessment or therapeutic approach, providing an opportunity for attendees to learn new skills. Note that the layout for this submission differs from other presentation types and can be found further down this document. It is important that the session’s learning objectives and the level of experience of the intended audience are clearly identified.
  4. Poster sessions: The poster format has proven to be an effective and popular method for communication of scientific information. Poster sessions will be designed to provide a more intimate forum for informal discussion than is permitted by regular platform presentations. Poster presenters will stay with their poster for the duration of the poster session and are encouraged to bring handouts for interested viewers. The posters must be A0 portrait size (841 × 1189 mm).

Submissions must be formatted according to the following guidelines:

  • Maximum 2,500 characters (includes spaces and abstract structure only – not author information)
  • PLEASE DO NOT TYPE THE WORDS Title, Authors, Affiliations and Abstract/Synopsis. These are headings so you know what to put into your abstract.
  • All abbreviations should be written in full the first time.
  • Single line spacing, Calibri, 11pt
  • Title: sentence case and bold; i.e.
    Brain Health & Intersectionality
  • Authors: sentence case - surname, first name, superscript for affiliations; i.e.
    Pike, Kerryn1; Fleming, Jenny2; Kamminga, Jody3 and Oxenham, Vince3
  • Affiliations: sentence case - department, institution, city, country; i.e.
    1 Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
    2 University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
    3 Macquarie University
  • Abstract: structured abstract with the following headings in sentence case and bold i.e.
    Background and Objectives: typing typing typing
    Method: typing typing typing
    Results: typing typing typing
    Conclusions: typing typing typing
    Correspondence: Margaret Eagers; admin@mersevents.com
  • Synopsis of Session (How-to Session): structured synopsis with the following headings in sentence case and bold i.e.
    Synopsis of session: One or two short paragraphs
    Level aimed for: Basic, Intermediate, Experienced
    Learning objectives: List at least 2 learning outcomes delegates can expect to obtain after attending this session
    Biography: A short bio of each presenter – one short paragraph
    Correspondence: Margaret Eagers; admin@mersvents.com

 

Examples of how to format each type of abstract are included below. Word versions of abstracts should be attached to all submissions to allow publication in JINS and Brain Impairment. Single line spacing should be used for all abstracts.

 

Layout for Oral, Datablitz and Poster abstracts:

Brain Health & Intersectionality
Pike, Kerryn1; Fleming, Jenny2; Kamminga, Jody3 and Oxenham, Vince3
1 Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
2 University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
3 Macquarie University

Background and Objectives: typing typing typing
Method: typing typing typing
Results: typing typing typing
Conclusions: typing typing typing
Correspondence: Margaret Eagers; admin@mersevents.com

 

Layout for “How to” session abstracts: 

Brain Health & Intersectionality
Pike, Kerryn1; Fleming, Jenny2; Kamminga, Jody3 and Oxenham, Vince3
1 Griffith University, Brisbane, Australia
2 University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
3 Macquarie University

Synopsis of session: One or two short paragraphs
Level aimed for: Basic, Intermediate, Experienced
Learning objectives: List at least 2 learning outcomes delegates can expect to obtain after attending this session
Biography: A short bio of each presenter – one short paragraph
Correspondence: Margaret Eagers; admin@mersvents.com

 

All inquiries regarding the conference should be referred to Margaret Eagers. Before contacting Margaret, please ensure you have carefully read this document to check if it contains the answer to your question.

Notification of acceptance will be sent at the end of March 2025.

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