INSTRUCTIONS FOR AUTHORS
Intending authors are invited to submit abstracts (in MS Word format) on topics within the scope of the convention in not more than 1 page of letter 8 ½ X 11 in size paper. The abstract should state indicate clearly the topic covered, purpose of the work, approach and significant results. A maximum of 5 key words should be included in the abstract. Abstract must be prepared on single side, single column (margins should be set to 3 cm (left), 1.75 cm (right), 2.5 cm (top and bottom), single space typewritten form and must include author’s address, affiliation, telephone, email and fax numbers. Use 16-point for the title, 10-point for the affiliation and references and 12-point for the rest of the text. Except special symbols and units, Times New Roman font is preferred.
The abstract will be reviewed by the convention’s technical committee. The authors will be then be informed by e-mail once the abstract is accepted. The final acceptance will be either for oral or poster presentation. Only papers accepted for oral and poster presentations and with at least one author attending the convention will be incorporated in the convention proceedings. The abstract should be submitted by e-mail to conv-abstracts@pichenet.org. Upon receipt of the submitted abstract by the technical committee, the author will receive an acknowledgement reply by e-mail.
Important Dates:
Abstract submission deadline: December 15, 2009
Notification of acceptance: December 31, 2009
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