How do I pay?
After you submit your abstract, we will approve it and send you a submission ID number. Using that number, you can pay using the link provided in the registration confirmation e-mail or using the "Payment Portal” located in the left-hand menu
Can I participate if I do not pay?
No. If payment has not been received by the deadline, your abstract will be withdrawn.
Can I submit an old project?
If your project has not been previously published or published by the event date, you can submit your abstract.
Can we submit case studies?
Yes.
What is the attire?
During your presentation, it is recommended that you dress professionally. All other events, business casual or casual dress.
Will submitting an abstract and presenting give me credit at my educational institution?
No.
Does the Character count include spaces?
Spaces do count as a part of the 2500 character count and some formulas may increase the character count as well. We have discovered that various character-counting programs have different counts based upon the version and/or internet source. You
are responsible for ensuring that your submission meets the correct character count.
Are all events required in order to receive an award?
Yes, attendance at all events will be required to receive an award.
How do I get to the event?
The event will be held at the Health Education Center at 301 11th St, Galveston, TX 77550.
Do I have to be present at the Awards Banquet to receive an award?
Yes, you will need to be present at the Awards Banquet to receive an award.
Can I submit more than one abstract?
You may submit two oral and two poster abstracts in total (4 submissions), and you must be available to present all projects during the forum, whether they are oral presentations or poster presentations.
Poster Specifications Design and Layout
Flow: Arrange content logically from Introduction to Conclusion, with information flowing from top to bottom and left to right.
Simplicity: Keep the design clean and uncluttered. Balance text, visuals, and white space. Font size: Use at least 72-point font for the title, 36- to 48-point font for headings, and 24- to 36-point font for body text. Ensure readability from at least 3 feet away.
Visuals: Include high-quality, well-labelled figures and tables. Images should be at least 300 dpi. Include descriptive captions.
Consistency: Maintain a uniform style for fonts, colors, and visuals throughout the poster.
Alignment: Left-justify body text. Center the title, headings, and captions.
Accessibility: Ensure high contrast between text and background. Use standard fonts like Arial.
Poster Size: Adhere to a standard poster size, such as 48” W x 36” H. The maximum height for UMTB Print Shop printing is 42” (3.5’).