The Network for Aging Research (NAR) at the University of Waterloo is hosting the inaugural NAR Symposium on October 27, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – providing a unique forum for students to network with faculty and present their aging-related research projects.
Undergraduate and graduate students are asked to submit a poster presentation abstract (up to 200 words) by the submission deadline: Monday, October 5 at 5:00 p.m.
Please download the Call for Poster Presentations (PDF) or read the information below:
The NAR poster session is intended to highlight posters that feature: proposals for future research; overview of research processes; or results of a student's project in an area of research related to aging. The poster session is open to all Symposium attendees. Student posters will be on display throughout the duration of the Symposium, and there will be a dedicated meet and greet time for conference attendees to view the posters.
Submission Process:
In order to submit a poster presentation abstract for consideration, please submit an abstract (up to 200 words) using the abstract submission webform, or email a fillable PDF submission form to Lisa Loiselle.
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There will be no cost to attend the NAR Symposium.
Important Dates:
- Poster abstract submission deadline: Monday, October 5, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
- Notification of decision to include poster: Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
- Symposium registration deadline: Monday, October 26, 2015 at 5:00 p.m.
General Guidelines:
Please format the poster as follows:
- Standard Poster Size: 36 inches by 48 inches
- Layout orientation: Landscape or Portrait
- Materials: Paper-based (with matte finish or coated paper) or foam board (excluding tri-folds)
- Information to include: Title of poster, Presenter’s name, Department, Faculty, Phone and Email
- Purpose, Method, Findings, and 3 to 4 key words or themes
If the poster is accepted, the presenting author is required to register for the Symposium, bring the printed poster to the registration desk, and present the poster at the Symposium.
If you have further questions, please direct them to Lisa Loiselle, NAR Program Manager. The NAR Symposium planning committee looks forward to your submissions!