Abstract Submission Guidelines
- Abstract submission opens on 1st Oct 2025 and closes on 15th Dec 2025.
- Abstract can only to be submitted after the registration for the conference.
- Site will stop accepting abstracts after 15th Dec 2025.
- Abstracts received by email will not be evaluated.
- The presenting author must submit the abstract themselves after registration for the conference.
- A presenting author can submit a maximum of 2 abstracts for NZOACON 2026.
- Decision of abstract evaluation will be communicated via email by 15th Jan 2026.
Abstract Preparation Instructions
- Language: English, Font: Times New Roman, Size: 12, Double spaced.
- Do not include identifying details (hospitals, clinics, etc.) in title/text.
- Do not include author names or affiliations in the abstract body.
- Abstract must be original and not previously published.
- Title should be concise, no abbreviations, not in all caps.
- Max 300 words (excluding title, author info, etc.).
- Use the following subheadings:
1. Background
2. Aims & Objectives
3. Materials & Methods
4. Results
5. Conclusions
6. Conflict of Interest (mandatory)
- No references, graphs, figures, or tables required.
- Check spelling and grammar carefully before submitting
- Submitted Abstracts not following the guidelines will be rejected without prior intimation.
E-Poster Presentation Specifications
General Specifications
- Display on 42" (diagonal) LCD screen.
- Format: PowerPoint (.PPT).
- File size: 10–20 MB.
- Slides must be in landscape orientation.
- Only
- No animations, movies, or sounds. Submit static PPT only.
Design Specifications
- Each slide must have a title in the title placeholder.
- Text should include: Introduction, Aim, Methods, Results, Conclusion, and Acknowledgements.
- Text must be concise, well-organized, and self-explanatory.
- Suggested font size: 26 - 36 pt. Font: Clear and simple (e.g., Helvetica).
- If it's clearly visible on your screen, it's good for display.
Color Suggestions
- Use dark fonts (black, navy, dark green) on light backgrounds.
- Use light fonts (white, yellow, cyan) on dark backgrounds.
- Avoid red or green text or backgrounds for readability.
Illustrations/Images
- Ensure images are large enough to show important details.