Call for Abstracts

The Organizing Committee invites you to submit an abstract of your scientific research to be considered for presentation during the meeting. The deadline for submission is July 22, 2007. Due to database issues, the notice will be sent on Monday, August 13, 2007. We regret any inconvenience in the delay. To assist in your travel plans we have blocked hotel space for you and will provide details.

Please note that ownership of abstracts and posters remains with the author(s). Simultaneous submissions of abstracts and posters to NIH and to other organizations/meetings are also permitted.

Abstract Program Committee Travel Award

Up to 20 of the best accepted abstracts will receive a $500 ($750 for international) travel award. The Abstract Program Committee will select the recipients based on outstanding scientific research.

Types of Abstract Presentation

Oral Podium Poster Presentations: Six submitted abstracts will be honored for a featured podium presentation. Oral presentations will be on September 7, 2007.

Poster Presentation: Poster presentations give authors the opportunity to acquaint attendees and experts in the field with the fundamentals of their abstract and research. Presenting authors are to be present at their poster boards during the manned poster sessions, September 6, 2007. Posters display size is 4 feet by 6 feet (1.2 meters by 1.8 meters).

Key Dates

Submission Deadline July 22, 2007, 5:00 pm EDT
Notification of acceptance- August 13, 2007