RESEARCH ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Research Abstract
Research Abstract
Research abstracts should describe original research conducted by the authors. Research abstracts should clearly outline the studies aims, methodology and conclusions. There must be a clear ‘so what’ factor included in your presentation that advises delegates how the research can be utilised in clinical practice settings.
Abstract Name:
Title of your abstract
Abstract Description/Overview:
Identify the problem and in a few sentences, provide a concise review of what is and is not known about the issue being addressed, and how your project fills a gap
Aim:
Highlight the aim(s) of the project or the research question you are seeking to answer
Methods:
Identify the research methods that you used to answer your question. The goal is to give the reader a quick insight into the overall approach and procedures that you used to answer the aim of the research or the research question.
Results:
Provide a summary of the results ensuring they address the purpose/objective of the research
Conclusion:
Provide conclusions supported by data from the research. Describe the implications that the research findings have to practice, policy or further research. Include limitations and future directions
Abstract Submission Process
Please read through the following information regarding the abstract submission process.
- Abstracts must be submitted through the online portal on the conference website
- Submissions must be a maximum of 250 words (including headings and references)
- Abstracts must be submitted in English
- All abstracts must be original work
- The abstract must contain text only; no diagrams, illustrations, tables or graphics are to be included in submissions
- If applicable, authors and/or presenters must declare conflicts of interest when submitting
- Presenting Authors must supply a photo and a short biography (100 words)
- The Conference Committee reserves the right to accept and decline abstracts for inclusion in the program and allocate to a presentation type that may not have been initially specified by the author/presenter. The Conference Committee also reserves the right to alter presentation times
- The RSA will not be held responsible for submission errors caused by internet service outages, hardware or software delays, power outages or unforeseen events
- It is the responsibility of the presenting author to ensure that the abstract is submitted correctly
- Where there are co-authors, only one abstract is to be submitted. The submitter is responsible for ensuring the co-authors agree with and are aware of the content before submitting the abstract
- An abstract which does not adhere to these requirements may not be considered or accepted
- Presenters/authors are responsible for arranging and paying their travel and accommodation
- Submitters/Presenters will receive notification of the outcome of their submission from the RSA from 8th March 2024
- Presenters must register for the conference by 29th March 2024, or the presentation may be removed from the program
- Review the Abstract Submission Terms and Conditions