Abstracts

Important Dates

The abstract site is now closed. Abstract dispositions were sent out on August 5th.

Abstract and poster presenters acceptance deadline is August 20

Abstract Themes and Examples of Topics

Abstracts for oral presentations and posters are solicited for the three themes below.  Within each of these themes you are invited to submit an abstract on one or more of the topics included, but not limited to those listed below.

Themes:

  • Building The Science Base For Global Health - Research and Evaluation
  • Educational Innovations and Experiences in Global Health
  • Enabling Systems - Legal, Regulatory and Administrative Infrastructure to Support Advances In Global Health

Examples of Topics

  1. Building the Science Base for Global Health - Research and Evaluation
    • Chronic Diseases and Mental Health
    • Communicable Diseases
    • Developing Global Laboratory Systems
    • Disaster Preparedness and Response
    • E-Health/M-Health Innovations in Prevention and in the Delivery of Care
    • Engineering, Innovative Technologies and Global Health
    • Global Health Policy and Diplomacy
    • Global Indigenous Health
    • Health Systems and Implementation Science
    • Injury, Trauma and Essential Surgical Services
    • Maternal and Child Health
    • Nutrition and Global Health
    • One Health: Detection and Control of Emerging Pathogens and Pandemics
    • Prevention and Control of Chronic Diseases
    • Regional University Global Health Consortia
    • Responding to Social Determinants of Health
    • Systems Biology and Global Health
    • The Environment, Climate Change and Global Health
    • The Natural and Built Environments and Global Health: From Climate Change to Urbanization and Mega-Cities
    • War, Conflict and Global Health
    • Women's Health
  2. Educational Innovations and Experiences in Global Health
    • Development and Implementation of Global Health Competency and Educational Standards
    • Development and Implementation of Programmatic Guidelines for Learners at International Sites
    • E-Learning Tools to Bridge the Time Distance Gap
    • Evaluating Global Health Education Courses
    • Innovations in Educational Technologies
    • Innovations in Interdisciplinary Educational Programs
    • Interdisciplinary Training and Mentoring
  3. Enabling Systems - Legal, Regulatory and Administrative Infrastructure to Support Advances in Global Health
    • Employing and Deploying Project Staff Around the World
    • Engaging Campus Resources to Make Global Programs Successful
    • Ensuring the Safety and Security of University People and Property Globally
    • Innovations in Global Grants Management
    • Partnering with Campus Counsel to Make Global Programs Successful
    • Providing Global Project Personnel the Administrative Tools to be Successful
    • Public Universities and Legal Registration at Foreign Sites
    • Risk Management around the World

Abstract Formatting for Publication

The formatting of abstracts for publication including fonts, font sizes, underlining, bolding etc. will be done electronically by the Conference Organizers. Section headers (Objective, Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions) will also be electronically formatted by the Conference Organizers.

Acceptance of Abstracts

Compliance with all stated conditions including adherence to the deadline is required. Submitters can print or email their abstract submission confirmation letter. Individuals submitting abstracts agree that if their abstract is accepted, they will attend the meeting and present their abstract as scheduled. The presenting author should be able to answer substantive questions about all aspects of their study.

The Program Committee reserves the right to decide whether a submission will be accepted, and the right to determine the presentation form. The Organizing Committee will notify authors of acceptance and form of presentation by Thursday, August 5, 2010.

Publication and Copyright Policy

Accepted abstracts will be published in the CUGH 2010 Conference materials. In addition, presentations will be archived on the CUGH 2010 Conference website. By submitting an abstract, authors and co-authors transfer any copyrights and grant permission to CUGH 2010 Conference to audio/video record oral presentations. A consent release will be signed by the presenter prior to archiving or webcasting the CUGH 2010 presentations.

Poster Specifications

Poster presentation space is limited to the dimensions of 47" x 46" (119 cm x 116 cm). Dimensions are listed by width x height. Push pins are the preferred method to affix your poster to the poster board.

Questions?

For questions regarding abstract submission, please contact:

Karlyanna Kopra
Karly@ConferenceSolutionsInc.com
+1.503.244.4294 ext. 207