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Abstract Submission Frequently
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Below is a list of <\/span>frequently<\/span> asked questions specifically for abstract submission via the online system. <\/span>The Guidelines for Abstract Submission <\/span>can be viewed here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>Additional speaker and moderator instructions and FAQs will be provided <\/span>at a later date<\/span>.<\/span> <\/span>The conference website will be updated on an ongoing basis, so check back often for <\/span>new information<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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General Information<\/strong><\/h1>\n

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.9.4″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”When will I be able to submit an abstract?” open=”on” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px”]<\/p>\n

The call for abstracts will go out on Wednesday,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>October<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>29, 2025<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>at which time you will be able to submit an abstract through the online abstract system.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is the deadline for abstract submission?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

All abstracts must be <\/span>submitted<\/span> via the online abstract system no later than\u202fTuesd<\/span>ay, January 12, 2026.<\/span><\/span><\/span>, by 11:59 p.m. EST<\/span><\/span>. Proposals that are incomplete, late<\/span>,<\/span> or <\/span>submitted<\/span> in an inappropriate format will not be considered.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is the abstract word limit?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Abstracts are limited to 400 words, not including the title or bio. Titles should not exceed 185 characters. The bio should not exceed 100 words.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do I have to register or pay registration fees for the conference if my abstract is accepted?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

By submitting an abstract, please make sure you or an alternate presenting author are committed to presenting in-person at the Annual Conference. All presenting authors are required to register and pay related registration fees for the conference.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”When and how will I be notified of my abstract status?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Formal letters of invitation and regret will be sent by e-mail from the CSTE National Office by\u202fFriday, March 6, 2026<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span>. All authors receive a formal communication that informs them of the Planning Committee\u2019s decision. Presenting authors with an accepted abstract will receive a link to their online \u201cSpeaker\u2019s Center\u201d (within your User Portal) where you may view session details, respond to the invitation and upload your presentation. Co-authors will receive a determination email but not a link to the online Speaker\u2019s Center.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can an abstract be submitted for the CSTE Annual Conference if it is also being submitted for another meeting?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Yes, CSTE will consider an abstract <\/span>submitted<\/span> to another meeting<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What types of presentation formats are available?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Presentation formats <\/span>are detailed in the <\/span>Guidelines for Abstract Submission<\/span><\/a>. While th<\/span>e Progr<\/span>am Planning Co<\/span>mmittee w<\/span>ill <\/span>attempt<\/span> to honor the <\/span>submitted<\/span> format<\/span> for presentat<\/span>ions, thi<\/span>s will not always be possible.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Has the breakout session length of time recently changed?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

No, they are 75 minutes in length to provide attendees with longer breaks for networking between sessions. This change was made at the 2023 Annual Conference.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Has the roundtable session format changed? ” open_toggle_background_color=”#FFFFFF” icon_color=”#007BFF” _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_font=”|600|||||||” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Roundtable sessions will now be called <\/span><\/span>discussion sessions<\/span><\/span> to better describe the core purpose of the sessions: informative presentation focusing <\/span>on recent findings or innovative <\/span>topics, with substantial opportunity <\/span>for discussion among attendees.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How many abstracts can I submit as a presenting author?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

here are no restrictions on the number of abstracts you may submit or on the number of submissions you may be selected to present.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How many co-authors can be included on my abstract?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Please limit co-authors who contributed <\/span>substantially to<\/span> the study design, statistical analysis, or interpretation to no more than <\/span>fifteen (<\/span>15<\/span>)<\/span> people. <\/span>Restrictions may apply based on presentation type, which will be detailed in the Guideline for Abstract Submissions, which will be available in October.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is a bio required for all authors?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

Bio information is only <\/span>required<\/span> for presenting author(s). The bio should not exceed 100 words on your background experience. If selected for oral presentation, this information may be <\/span>utilized<\/span> by the session moderator to properly introduce you.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Why do I need to provide pronunciation of my name?” open_toggle_text_color=”#6a97c4″ icon_color=”#6a97c4″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ body_font=”Open Sans||||||||” body_text_color=”#555555″ body_font_size=”16px” toggle_text_color=”#555555″ toggle_font=”Open Sans|600|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n

If selected for oral presentation, this will assist session moderators in correct pronunciation of presenting author\u2019s name, so correct pronunciation is required in bio section. Use the sounds-like or phonetic spelling like the examples below:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n