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Abstract Submittal Form
Abstract deadline Friday 20 February 2009

Name of Submitting Author:    Title:
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Type of Presentation (Tick the appropriate radio button)
    Invited Presentation     Proffered Presentation
    Hard Copy Poster Presentation     Either Proffered Oral or Poster Presentation
    Electronic Poster Presentation  
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Selection will be based on content to ensure both quality and balance to the overall program. Unsuccessful abstracts will be offered the opportunity to present a poster.

(please note that NO reduction in registration to the conference is offered)


Prizes
All presentations will be assessed by an adjudication panel and prizes to the value of $750 each will be awarded as follows: (please indicate the prize(s) for which your paper is eligible).
  Best Clinical Presentation
  Best Research Presentation
  Best Poster/Case Report
  Best First time presenter at ANY national conference
  Best Student Presentation (Content of this presentation is to have been generated prior to sonographer qualification.)
A trophy will be awarded to the Best Overall Presentation.

All winning presentations may be invited to publish a representation of their work in the ASA Journal, soundeffects.


Abstract Submittal and Guidelines
Please CLICK BROWSE to upload your abstract here:
Abstracts must be submitted in the following format:
  • Title ( upper case)
  • Author ( underline the presenting author)
  • Department of origin ( full postal address)
  • Body of abstract typed: single spaced, 2 lines between paragraphs, 12 pt font, 500 word maximum
  • Abstracts should be as informative as possible, not just a prelude to your presentation.
  • Tables and original figures are permitted
  • Photographs and images are NOT permitted
  • References must be included in an internationally accepted format


    • Audiovisual Requirements
    To ensure smooth running of the conference,
  • ALL presentations are to be POWERPOINT ( all versions are acceptable)
  • Use of your own laptop is NOT allowed

    If you have any queries in regard to your presentation, please contact the Conference Secretariat

  • Does your presentation contain Audio?   Yes    No
  • Video Presentation Type   N/A   VHS   Super VHS   Other  
  • If your presentation includes AVI clips, please ensure that a full copy of the file is included on your presentation CD ROM so that they may run effectively.
  • Do you require the use of a floppy disc drive?    Yes    No


    • In 150 words or less, please provide an outline to be used as your introduction by the chairperson.
    Suggest a question or comment that will enhance or extend your presentation.
    (if time does not permit, or there are other questions from the floor, this will not be used).


    ABSTRACTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 20th FEBRUARY 2009 - AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION WILL BE FORWARDED TO CONFIRM RECEIPT.

    Successful abstract submissions will be notified in writing of acceptance of papers and scheduling details by end of March 2009.

    If you have any queries regarding your proposed presentation, please contact the Conference Manager via conference@a-s-a.com.au.

    Abstracts that have been accepted for presentation will be published in the Book of Proceedings of ASA2009, the 16th National Conference of the Australian Sonographers Association.




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