MSCBS features a poster and a presentation session for young researchers such as postgraduate students, postdocs and junior PIs to present research findings. We are now calling for abstracts for all topics related to cognitive and brain sciences. Details are presented below:

Important Timeline

Submission of abstract

On or before 14th August 2023 (Mon)

Or scan to submit abstract

Acceptance announcement by email

17th August 2023 (Thu)

Acceptance: Based on your abstract submission, Committee will decide whether you are accepted for oral presentation or poster presentation. RSVP is needed.

Non-acceptance: You will receive a notification email for non-acceptance abstract submission

Poster printing and display

Print by presenter and bring to the poster display venue (see poster requirement)

Enquiry: rihuili@um.edu.mo (Chair);  janicewong@um.edu.mo

Requirements for Abstract

Topic Any topics related to cognitive and brain sciences
Language English
Structure of the abstract
  • Title
  • Name and affiliation
  • Objective
  • Methods
  • Results
  • Summary (max. 300 words from objective to summary)
  • Acknowledgments (optional)
  • Figures (max. 1 page, if any)
Oral Presentation
  • Duration: 15 minutes inclusive of Q&A
  • Submit the slides by 4th September by email
Poster Presentation
  • Print on quality paper, dimension: 0.8m*1.6m (width*length)
  • Bring your printed poster to the symposium venue, and the organizers will help place it on the board
  • Poster template (click here to download)

Important notes:

  • Upon submission of abstract, you can indicate your preference (oral presentation or poster presentation) on the form
  • Multiple submission is allowed, but only 1 acceptance at maximum will be given for each session (oral presentation or poster presentation)
  • You need to register for the Symposium to join this session. Registration is free.
  • Oral presentation: Presenter must show up at the symposium for the presentation
  • Poster presentation: One of the authors must show at the symposium to present the poster
  • Bring your printed poster to the symposium venue, and the organizers will help place it on the board

Award

  • Oral Presentation Awards with a monetary prize of MOP1,000 and certificates
  • Poster Awards with a monetary prize of MOP500 and certificates
  • Travel Awards with a monetary prize of MOP500