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Comprehensive Arthritis, Musculoskeletal, Bone and Autoimmunity Center

Call for Abstracts

Genetics of Musculoskeletal Diseases Regional Symposium

We are now accepting abstracts to be considered for a concurrent session at the CAMBAC Genetics of Musculoskeletal Diseases Regional Symposium taking place December 5, 2024, in Birmingham, AL

2024 CAMBAC Regional Symposium 

This call is open until November 22, 2024. 

Abstracts are open to any topic that relates to one of the CAMBAC themes: immunology, autoimmunity and inflammation; genetics and functional genomics; bone, cartilage and connective tissues; experimental therapeutics and biomarkers; musculoskeletal pain; epidemiology, outcomes and prevention. Abstract submissions will be accepted through 5 pm, November 22, 2024.

 

Submit an Abstract

Presenting Author Personal Information

 

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Abstract Content

Please provide the following information in a pdf document and upload it to this form.

  • Background: A brief introduction to the topic and the research question or hypothesis.

  • Methods: Description of the study design, data collection, and analysis methods.

  • Results: Key findings of the study, including data and statistical analysis.

  • Conclusion: Summary of the findings and their implications.

  • Acknowledgements: Funding sources, institutional support, collaborators and contributors and other support.


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Abstract Submission - More Information

Cash Awards and Eligibility

Undergraduate students, health professional students, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, clinical fellows and residents are eligible for awards, and must be present during the poster session (8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.): First Place ($500), Second Place ($250) and Honorable Mention ($125).

Design Guidelines

  1. Abstract Guidelines: Limit of 350 words in the abstract body, excluding title and authors. Use Arial, 11-point font, left justified, single line spacing, with 1 inch margins. Any embedded figures or tables must use no less than 9-point font.

  2. Presenting author must be the first author.

  3. Size: Posters should be no larger than 40" x 60" (landscape or portrait) and will be assigned to a numbered easel with board for display. Easels and poster boards will be available on the day of the symposium.

  4. Printing: Posters can be printed at the UAB Heersink School of Medicine Biomedical Poster Service Center.

  5. Setup: Arrive early to set up your poster. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Push pins will be provided.

  6. Presentation: Be prepared to give a brief oral summary of your research. Engage with attendees and be ready to answer questions.

Abstracts will be judged according to the following criteria:

Content and Research Quality

  1. Originality and Innovation

    • Novelty of the research question or approach.

    • Contribution to the field.

  2. Scientific Rigor

    • Soundness of the research methodology.

    • Appropriateness and thoroughness of data collection and analysis.

  3. Relevance and Significance

    • Importance of the research problem.

    • Potential impact on the field or society.

 

 

Have more questions? Reach out and let's talk.


Stephanie Ford, MS, Clinical Research AdministratorI'd be delighted to talk with you about the "Genetics of Musculoskeletal Diseases Regional Symposium." Contact me for more details.

Stephanie Ford, Clinical Research Administrator
(205) 934-7423

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