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Submission Guidelines

Abstract Submission Guidelines

Comprehensive guidelines for submitting your research abstract to EURO-RIYADH 2025

General Requirements

Abstract Content

  • Maximum 300 words (excluding title, authors, and references)
  • Title limited to 20 words maximum
  • 3-5 keywords required
  • Specialty selection optional but recommended
  • English language only
  • Original work not published elsewhere

Author Information

  • Maximum 8 authors per abstract
  • One corresponding author required
  • All authors must approve submission
  • At least one author must register for congress
  • Presenting author must attend in person
Abstract Structure
Follow this structured format for optimal review outcomes

Title

Concise and informative, reflecting the main finding of your research. Should clearly communicate the essence of your work in 20 words or less.

Background

Briefly state the clinical problem or knowledge gap in 2-3 sentences. Establish the context and importance of your research question.

Objectives

Clearly define the purpose of your study, case report, or project. State what you aimed to achieve or investigate.

Methods

Provide essential methodological information including:

  • Study design: Retrospective, prospective, RCT, case report, etc.
  • Population or patient(s): Who was studied
  • Intervention or exposure: What was done or observed
  • Outcomes measured: Primary and secondary endpoints

Results

Present key findings with statistics if available, otherwise use descriptive outcomes. Avoid lengthy details and focus on the most relevant data that answers your research question.

Conclusion

State your main take-home message and its clinical significance. Emphasize the impact on ICU practice and how your findings contribute to critical care medicine.

Congress Tracks
Select the most appropriate track for your research

🏥 Military Medicine

Combat casualty care, field medicine, military health systems, deployment health

🚀 Aerospace Medicine

Aviation medicine, space medicine, altitude physiology, pilot health

🌊 Diving Medicine

Hyperbaric medicine, underwater physiology, decompression disorders

⚕️ Adult Critical Care

Adult intensive care, trauma care, resuscitation, critical care interventions

👶 Pediatric Critical Care

Pediatric intensive care, neonatal care, pediatric emergency medicine

🏛️ Public Health

Epidemiology, health policy, preventive medicine, population health

🚨 Emergency Medicine

Emergency care, disaster medicine, pre-hospital care, triage

💻 Medical Technology

Medical devices, digital health, AI in medicine, healthcare innovation

📡 Telemedicine

Remote care delivery, telehealth systems, digital consultations

Medical Specialties (Optional)
Optional specialty classification to help with appropriate reviewer assignment
  • • Cardiology
  • • Critical Care Medicine
  • • Emergency Medicine
  • • Military Medicine
  • • Aerospace Medicine
  • • Diving & Hyperbaric Medicine
  • • Surgery & Combat Casualty Care
  • • CBRNe Medicine
  • • Psychiatry
  • • Rehabilitation & Physical Medicine
  • • Public Health & Preventive Medicine
  • • Infectious Disease
Submission Types

Original Research

Novel investigations with new findings that advance medical knowledge

Required: Methodology, statistical analysis, original data

Case Report

Unique clinical cases with educational value or novel treatment approaches

Required: Patient consent, clinical details, learning points

Review Article

Comprehensive analysis of existing literature on a specific topic

Required: Systematic approach, evidence synthesis, conclusions

Quality Improvement

Healthcare improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes

Required: Baseline data, intervention description, outcome measures

Clinical Innovation

New clinical techniques, technologies, or innovative approaches to patient care

Required: Innovation description, implementation details, outcomes

Educational Innovation

Novel approaches to medical education, training methods, or curriculum development

Required: Educational method, implementation, assessment of effectiveness

Other

Research that doesn't fit the above categories - specify your research type during submission

Required: Clear description of research type and methodology
Poster Presentation Guidelines
Guidelines for poster submissions and presentation requirements

Poster Specifications

  • Standard size: A0 (84.1 x 118.9 cm) portrait orientation
  • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for print quality
  • File format: PDF or high-resolution JPEG
  • Language: English only

Content Requirements

  • Clear, readable title (recommended 72pt font)
  • Author names and affiliations
  • Structured sections: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions
  • Minimum 24pt font for body text
  • High-quality images, graphs, and charts
  • Contact information for correspondence

Design Guidelines

Layout
  • • Use clear visual hierarchy
  • • Maintain consistent spacing
  • • Balance text and visual elements
  • • Include white space for readability
Colors & Fonts
  • • Use high contrast colors
  • • Limit color palette (3-4 colors max)
  • • Choose legible fonts (Arial, Helvetica)
  • • Avoid decorative fonts for body text
Content Tips
  • • Keep text concise and focused
  • • Use bullet points effectively
  • • Include QR code for additional resources
  • • Proofread thoroughly before submission

Presentation Logistics

Setup & Display
  • • Poster boards and mounting materials provided
  • • Setup time: 30 minutes before session
  • • Display duration: Full conference day
  • • Removal: Within 1 hour after session ends
Presenter Requirements
  • • At least one author must be present
  • • Prepare 2-3 minute summary presentation
  • • Be available during designated viewing times
  • • Bring business cards for networking
Ethical Requirements

Required Documents

  • • IRB/Ethics committee approval letter
  • • Patient consent forms (if applicable)
  • • Funding source disclosure

Special Considerations

  • • Military personnel as research subjects
  • • International research collaborations
  • • Industry-sponsored research
  • • Retrospective data analysis
Review Process & Timeline
October 20, 2025
Submission Deadline
October-November 2025
Peer Review Process
November 5, 2025
Notification of Results

Review Criteria

  • • Scientific merit and originality
  • • Methodology and statistical rigor
  • • Clinical relevance and impact
  • • Clarity of presentation
  • • Adherence to guidelines
  • • Ethical considerations
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