Conference abstract

How it is used

Used in conference submissions and calls for papers. It is usually brief and persuasive, while still clearly describing the proposed presentation.

Example sentences

1. She revised the conference abstract three times to fit the word limit while keeping the method and findings understandable.

   Here, the term means the short submission text that must summarize a talk clearly within strict length limits.

2. The call for papers asked each conference abstract to include a title, five keywords, and a brief statement of relevance.

   In this sentence, the term refers to a formal proposal summary with specific required elements for evaluation.

Common collocations

• submit a conference abstract
• conference abstract deadline
• accepted conference abstract

Related terms

• conferenceA formal meeting, often lasting several days, where researchers present their work, listen to talks and discuss ideas with others in their field.
• abstractA short summary at the start of an article, thesis or conference submission that states the aim, methods, main findings and conclusion.

More terms: Conferences and Presentations

• call for papers
• keynote
• Q&A
• poster session
• proceedings
• present
• panel
• session chair
• workshop
• conference paper
• conference program