Call For Abstracts

What information do I need to submit?

- The full title of your submission (max 50 words) - Your abstract (max 400 words). You might want to include: Background, Methods, Results and Conclusions. - If you are submitting a case report abstract, please include the following information: Introduction, Clinical Description, Discussion and Conclusion - Permission from all authors, and any patients, to submit the abstract - Names of all authors (up to a maximum of 10) - Affiliations of all authors - Name and main email address of the presenting author - Subject category which best describes your submission

Must I submit my abstract in English only?

Yes, abstracts must be submitted in English only.

Can I submit more than one abstract?

Yes, you can but please avoid salami submission with generation of several abstracts from the same study.

If I tick the “Oral Presentation” box, does that mean I will be given an Oral Presentation if I am successful?

The allocation of Oral Presentations is decided by the Scientific Committee and based on the scores of the abstracts. If you tick the box and opt for an Oral Presentation, you will be considered but may be offered a E-Poster Presentation instead.

Can I make amendments to my abstract after I have submitted?

Yes, you can amend your submission any time up until the submission deadline by logging back into the online system.

Can I make changes to my abstract if it is successful?

Once the submission deadline has passed, no further amendments to your abstract are possible, even if you are selected to present. Please take the time to ensure that all the information in your abstract is correct and how you would want it to appear published.

Can I add additional authors?

Yes, you can amend your submission any time up until the submission deadline by logging back into the online system. Once the deadline has passed through, you will not be able to make any changes including adding authors.

When are changed allowed until?

Once the submission deadline has passed then no further amendments to your abstract are possible. Please take the time to ensure that all the information in your abstract is correct and how you would want it to appear published.

Can I cancel a submission?

If you wish to withdraw an abstract, please contact the Congress Secretariat and confirm the withdrawal in writing by email (admin@sicog2020.com)

Will I receive individual feedback on my abstract?

Unfortunately, due to the high number of abstracts we receive, it is not possible for us to provide feedback on each one.

When will I find out if my abstract has been accepted?

Selected presenting authors will be notified if their submission has been successful by May 2020.

What types of presentations are available?

There are slots available for either E-Poster Presentation or Oral Presentation. Each submission will be offered either an E-Poster or Oral Presentation. The allocation of Oral Presentations is decided by the Scientific Committee and based on the scores of the abstracts.

I am unsure whether I can attend the Congress, do I need to be registered to present?

Yes, at least one of the authors needs to register for the full Congress to present the abstract.

Please note that submitting an abstract DOES NOT automatically register you as a congress delegate.

Can my colleague present my work instead if I am successful?

We recommend that the person submitting the abstract is the main author who will be presenting at the Congress. However, any of the other named authors on the abstract can present if the main author is unable to attend. If your colleague is not a named author, then he/she will not be permitted to present on your behalf.

I can only attend for one day, can I still present my work?

In order for your work to be presented at the Congress, at least one of the named authors on the abstract must be a full registered delegate.

I would like to present my work but don’t want to give an oral presentation, is this possible?

Yes, if you tick E-Poster presentation you won’t be considered for an Oral Presentation.