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Abstracts. Sue Boren, PhD, MHA. Why Write a Quality Abstract?. ….. So that it is accepted. Presenting a poster or paper at a scientific conference is almost always proceeded by the submission of an abstract on the work to be presented.

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  1. Abstracts Sue Boren, PhD, MHA

  2. Why Write a Quality Abstract? • ….. So that it is accepted. • Presenting a poster or paper at a scientific conference is almost always proceeded by the submission of an abstract on the work to be presented. • An abstract is a summary of the research to be presented, which begins with brief introductory statements about the research and concludes with a statement of the significance of the research project. • Many conference participants choose which posters/talks to attend based on the information contained in the abstract. • A well-written abstract can help you draw an interested audience to your research presentation.

  3. Good News… If you have the abstract right, then you are 80% there and the rest of the paper will follow very quickly.

  4. First Questions to Ask When Writing an Abstract • What is the message? • Is the message relevant to others? • What is the appropriate audience, conference, and/or journal?

  5. What are Abstract Guidelines? Once you have identified a conference to participate in, you will need to check the Abstract Guidelines for that particular conference and follow the guidelines. Deadline Date: Submit on or before the due date in the required way. An abstract received late will not be accepted. Word Restriction: Most meetings have a word restriction (typically 200-250 words). Abstracts that exceed this word count will be cut off at the restricted number when published or NOT accepted Format: All meetings will require a specific format for an abstract, including specific margins, font, and font size. They will also require a certain way to list the authors and to present their affiliations.  Structure: If a structure is provided, follow it. Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion

  6. Factors to Keep in Mind When Writing Your Abstract • Ensure that your ideas are well thought out and follow a logical, coherent flow. • Your abstract serves two purposes: to interest and intrigue the committee so they will select it and to introduce/outline your topic for the conference handbook – so it needs to stand alone as a record of your presentation. • Look at past abstracts/conference papers to pick up the tone and style of that particular organization’s conferences. • Ensure that the abstract relates to the conference theme in a ‘real’ and not contrived way; if it does not fit then do not submit.

  7. Factors to Keep in Mind When Writing Your Abstract • An interesting and catchy title helps, but make sure it is not too ‘clever’ or obscure. You do not want a title that is so arcane that it is all anyone will look at. • Limit the amount of references cited in the abstract. Use references only if essential to support your argument. Detailed references can be included in the resulting presentation/paper. • Always include implications/outcomes: why is what you have done important? • Any major restrictions or limitations on the results should be stated, if only by using "weasel-words" such as "might", "could", "may", and "seem".

  8. Factors to Keep in Mind When Writing Your Abstract • Think of a half-dozen search phrases and keywords that people looking for your work might use. Be sure that those exact phrases appear in your abstract, so that they will turn up at the top of a search result listing.

  9. Avoid Half-baked Abstracts • Be complete: The abstract doesn’t summarize the full paper/presentation. • Be concrete: The abstract is too abstract. It’s neither interesting nor informative to read. • Be direct: Don’t waste space with “The intention of my paper/presentation is to . . . .” • Use the full length: Don't skimp. The full-length abstract gives more evidence of superior work… • Make it clear, concise, accurate, and not contain proprietary information. If it is accepted, it will be published somewhere/somehow. • Consider your audience. • Show the importance of the topic.

  10. Final Checks Before You Submit • Double check your grammar • Run a spell check • Run a word count • Print out a copy to read, as it is much easier to catch typos that don’t involved misspelled words. • Ensure compatibility of documents (Microsoft Word 2003 vs. 2007 glitches). • Be sure to submit before the deadline.

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