Call for Abstracts and Professional Posters for the NHCGNE Annual Conference!
Abstract Submission Closes: August 11, 2023
NHCGNE cordially invites all interested parties to submit abstract proposals to disseminate and showcase their work.
All presentations must be in alignment with the conference theme and at least one of the subthemes.
OPTIONS FOR PARTICIPATION INCLUDE:
Individual Podium Presentations: (20 minutes)
Each podium presentation will be 15 minutes in length with an additional 5 minutes allotted for discussion, questions and answers. A limited number of these submissions will be chosen for live presentations during the conference. Additional submissions be will be chosen for presentation as video recordings to be available on-demand during the conference as well as for on-demand viewing post-conference access.
50-minute Podium Presentation: (50 minutes)
offered for more extensive discussion on scientific initiatives, aging issues, practice or education initiatives. These sessions will be 50 minutes in length including 40 minutes of presentation and 10 minutes for discussion, questions, and answers. A limited number of these submissions will be chosen for live presentations during the conference. Additional submissions be will be chosen for presentation as video recordings to be available on-demand during the conference as well as for on-demand viewing post-conference access.
Symposia Presentation (60 minutes)
intended for 3 speakers to present individually as a collection of three papers or as a panel on a particular topic of shared interest. Submitting authors will identify the focus of the symposia consistent with one of the conference subthemes. Symposia presenters are to submit their proposals separately and indicate in the relation of the proposals in the title of the abstracts (part 1, part 2, part 3). Following a brief introduction, 3 presenters will have 15 minutes each for discussion. The symposia will conclude with a 10-minute Q&A. These may be chosen for live presentation or pre-recorded for on-demand access.
Poster Presentation Recordings
Stand-alone visual representations of research or scholarship that has been completed or represents work in progress consistent with a subtheme of this conference. Presentations will be pre-recorded and 5 minutes in length. A select number of posters will be chosen for live presentation during the conference as a poster-flash talk presentation. Video recordings of all selected posters will be available during the conference Virtual Poster session and also for on demand post-conference viewing.
RECOMMENDED AREAS OF INTEREST INCLUDE: (not exclusive)
- Gerontological Assessment and Management
- Technological Innovations
- Aging and the Brain
- Genomics for precision medicine
- Fall Prediction, Prevention and Management
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Management
- Artificial Intelligence and Gerontological Care
- Gerontological Care in the Community
- Gerontological Caregiving
- Scholarship in Gerontological Care
- Models of Care
- Care Transitions
- Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
- Guidelines for Safety
- Recovery
- Genomics, Proteomics, and Precision Medicine
- Telehealth / Mobile Health
- Integrative health strategies for older adults or health care professionals
- Health Care Policy Impacting Older Adults
CRITERIA FOR ABSTRACT SELECTION (please read)
- Relevance to a conference theme and/or topic of interest.
- Aligns with the conference objectives.
- Creativity/originality.
- Findings or outcomes will be available by the date of the conference.
- Quality of the Abstract:
- Abstract test is 250 words or less, including headers, 12 point font, Times New Roman, single spaced.
- The title is descriptive and reflects the content.
- Abstract is clear, logical flow.
- Background and significance clearly identified.
- Purpose is clearly stated.
- Methods, processes and evaluations are clearly discussed.
- Analysis and conclusions of the outcomes/results explained.
- Clarity and conciseness of the writing.
- Please do not include author(s)’ names or affiliations in the abstract itself to allow for the blinded review.
- By submitting an abstract, you agree that, if selected, you will register, attend and present your session live at the conference or provide a MP4 video recording of your session for online use. More details regarding the recording to be provided if your abstract is accepted.
- Abstracts are evaluated for the completion of requested information and adherence to all instructions. If an abstract does not meet stated criteria, it will not be reviewed.
DIRECTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE SUBMISSION
- Choose the type of presentation desired:
- Poster
- Symposia (1 hour session, 3 speakers on related topic)
- Individual Podium Presentation (15-minute presentation followed by 5 minutes Q&A)
- 50-minute Presentation (40-minute presentation followed by 10 minutes of Q&A)
- Select the sub-theme relative to conference.
- Provide required information for the primary presenter and any co-presenters/co-authors.
- Provide two objectives for your research or scholarly work.
- Identify two learning outcomes (ie "the learner will...")
Acceptance: Notice of the review outcome will be sent by late August/early September. An abstract which is not selected for presentation may have contained unclear concepts, content not supported by evidence, and/or simply may not be in alignment with the conference themes and stated objectives.
A fee of $25.00 (US) is required for all abstract submissions.
After August 11, late submission fee is $35.00.
