Call For Abstracts

Abstract Submission Guidelines – USG Spring Meeting 2024

1. Abstracts must be submitted in the timescale allowed..
   • Opening Date 17 January
   • Closing date Monday 4 March 17:00
2. all abstracts must be submitted on line using the on line template.
3. the text of an abstract submission must not exceed 250 words (excl. title, authors and institute). references are not allowed.
4. Authors may only include a max of 2 graphs or figures.
5. the title of the abstract should be typed in title case (i.e. the first letter of each word should be capped) there should be no full stops.
6. Max length of an abstract should be one side of an a4 sheet. please use times new roman, font size 12, single spacing.
7. the authors name should only include initials and surname and should be listed under title (e.g.j.smith)
8. The address should be listed next (department, hospital/institution, town, county.
9. The following sub headings should be completed
   • Introduction/ aim/ method/ results/ conclusions
10. The decision in relation to the final categorisation (oral or poster) rests solely with the reviewing panel.
11. All authors will be informed of the status of their submissions at least 3 weeks prior to the meeting.
12. There will not be a charge for abstract submissions. Authors may submit more than one entry.
13. All presenting authors must register for the meeting.
14. All submissions will be acknowledged automatically by the on line system. The receipt reference should be for any query.
15. There is a sponsored prize fund for the best submissions (oral & poster). Authors must be present to accept their award.

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