CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

Submission Deadline:  Friday, February 19, 2010

Abstracts must be sent by email to Denise Hoffman at dhoffman@scgcorp.com as a Microsoft Word document by the deadline date listed above.  Please put “Circadian Abstract” in the subject line.

The abstract should be typed single-spaced to fit standard abstract measurements using type no smaller than 10 point (12 cpi).  The abstract’s title should be typed in Initial Capitals and should clearly represent the nature of the study/program/project.  The title should be followed by the authors’ first and last names, degree, affiliation (if applicable), city, state, and country.  Underline the primary author’s name (one primary author per abstract).  The abstract file should be saved as:  primary authors’ last name_first word in the title (e.g., Smith_Circadian).   Abstracts should be limited to 1 page.  Set the margins to the following using Microsoft Word:  Top 1"; Bottom 1"; Left 1.25"; Right 1".

Use of standard abbreviations is desirable (e.g., RBC).  Use kg, gm, mg, mL, L, and %.  Place a special or unusual abbreviation in parentheses after the full word the first time that it appears.  Use numerals to indicate numbers except to begin sentences.  Do not use subtitles (e.g., Methods, Results).  Simple tables or graphs may be included; however, they must fit within the designated abstract space.
Please use a common font such as Helvetica, Times New Roman, or Arial.  Your abstract must conform to the above guidelines, as incorrect formatting could result in disqualification.

Body of the Abstract

Organize the body of the abstract as follows:

• Statement of the purpose of the study/program/project;
• Statement of the methods used;
• Summary of the results presented in sufficient detail to support the conclusion;
• Statement of the conclusions reached.

Travel Awards

A limited number of travel awards are available, travel award recipients will be chosen from among submitted abstracts on the basis of the quality and significance of the research.

Poster Presentations

Poster Presentations will be displayed on 4-foot-high by 6-foot-wide posterboards.  Pushpins and Velcro will be provided.  All presenters must register for the workshop.