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Arkansas Dietetic Association 2012 Call for Abstracts
Instructions: You are invited to submit an abstract for review and possible presentation at the ArDA Annual Meeting & Exhibition. Poster session is scheduled for Thursday, April 26th from 4:30-6:30 pm during the Member Networking Reception and Awards to be held at ACH, East Campus Building, Rm 103C, #6 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR
Deadline: Only abstracts submitted online using application form below (before midnight central time) on Sunday, March 1, 2012, and in Microsoft Word format.
What is an abstract?: An abstract is a brief, written summary (no more than 250 words) of the specific ideas or concepts to be presented, and a statement of their relevance to practice or research. The following two types of abstracts are presented:
- Research abstracts include a brief description of the author’s original research methodology, including design, subject characteristics and procedures, major findings, and conclusions or implications for dietetics practice.
- Project or program report abstracts contain information about the need or purpose for such a program, project, or tool development; the theory or previous research upon which it is based, or setting for its use, if appropriate; the unique characteristics of the project, program, or tool; the characteristics of subjects or target audience involved; and the type of evaluation or proposed use for the tool or instrument development.
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Review Process:
Abstracts and registration form are to be completed electronically and submitted by March 1, 2011. Abstracts will be peer-reviewed by a panel of three dietetics professionals. Abstracts will be reviewed based upon content of the research or project/program and clarity of the abstract. Individuals will be notified by email on or before March 15, 2012.
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Poster Presentation: All accepted poster presenters are to:
- 1) Attend the ArDA Annual Meeting Member Reception and present throughout the assigned time.
- 2) Pay for all expenses incurred for their presentation, such as production and shipping.
- 3) Register and attend the ArDA Annual Meeting and Exhibits.
Contact Information: All questions about the poster session may be sent to
Debie Head, MSE, RD, LD, CDE
3760 Little Rock Road
Rose Bud, AR 72137
dhead@uca.edu
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