Authors are invited to submit abstracts for:

• Oral Papers

The 300 word abstract should outline the aims and content of the presentation. All abstracts are to be submitted electronically via the conference web sites Speakers Zone.

> Abstracts Submission Procedure: 3 Steps

1. Prepare your abstract
Use the MS Word template to prepare your abstract (see right). Include the authors names, affiliations and addresses and indicate the presenting author in the abstract document.

2. Register your presentation
Access the submission zone (see right) to enter your contact details and the paper title. You can enter multiple abstracts.

3. Upload your abstract
At the end of the registration process you will be asked to upload your MS Word abstract document.

> Presentation Formats

Oral Papers
Oral papers will be allocated 20-minutes, including question time.

Abstract Submission
Abstract submission has now closed

Speakers Zone
Enter your access key below to view your abstract.  You can also register for the conference via the speakers zone when registration opens.

> Abstract Template
Right click on this link and select 'Save Target As...' to save the MS Word document to your computer.

This is a simple Word for Windows file. You can use this document to prepare your abstract by typing over the top of the text or you can edit your existing abstract to match the formatting specified here. Your abstract needs to be in Word for Windows format. Do not submit any other document formats, such as rich text format documents.

It is important you include the authors names, affiliations and addresses and indicate the presenting author.

> Important Dates

> Audiovisual Equipment
A data projector, computer, laser pointer and microphone will be available for each presentation. Presenters will need to take their PowerPoint slides to the conference on a CD-ROM or memory stick. An audiovisual technician will load all presentations onto a central presentation computer. Presenters are not able to use their own laptop to run their presentation.

> Presenters Registration
All presenters will be required to submit a registration form (hardcopy or online) and pay the registration fee. Speakers need to meet their own travel and accommodation costs.

> Accessing the Speakers Zone
When you register your presentation you will be given an Access Key. If you wish to submit a new abstract or replace an existing abstract you can do so through the Speakers' Zone.