Submission Requirements

Character Limit: 2,500 characters (including spaces)

Title Limit: 150 characters maximum

Tables, figures, and illustrations are not permitted in abstract submissions (these may be included in accepted presentations).

Do not use abbreviations or acronyms in the title

Abstract Structure

Introduction

Begin with a clear statement of the research question. Briefly summarize relevant background and identify knowledge gaps. Conclude with the study’s purpose or a prior hypothesis.

Methods

Include study design, setting, sample size, inclusion/exclusion criteria, intervention (if applicable), outcome measures, and statistical analysis methods.

Results

Describe study participants and reasons for exclusions. Present key outcome data with appropriate statistical reporting (e.g., standard deviations or 95% confidence intervals and level of significance). If results are not statistically significant, include study power when applicable.

Conclusions

State conclusions supported directly by the data. If space permits, address generalizability and study limitations.

Publication and Recognition

Accepted abstracts will be published on the EMRAP Conference website

Outstanding presentations will receive a Winner’s Certificate and Prize

Guidelines adapted in accordance with SAEM 2026 standards