2012 NSCA Abstract Submission Process
- Download and read the document entitled NSCA Research Abstract Submission and Presentation Guidelines. Authors must follow the abstract submission guidelines on pages 2 – 6 (Sections I – IV).
- Abstracts must be submitted online www.ConferenceAbstracts.com/NSCA2012.htm. An abstract login will have to be created. Please read the formatting specification below carefully prior to submission.
- For questions, please e-mail the NSCA - abstracts@nsca-lift.org.
- The deadline for abstract submissions is March 1, 2012, at 5:00 PM MST.
2012 NSCA Abstract Submission Guidelines at a Glance:
- Any person who wishes to submit a research abstract for award consideration must be a member of the NSCA. Therefore, the corresponding NSCA membership identification number must be entered at the time of submission.
- Authors are advised not to submit abstracts containing data currently in press in a scientific, medical or professional publication. In the event that data contained in an accepted abstract is published (paper, electronic or other format) prior to the National Conference, the abstract will be withdrawn from the scientific program.
- The first author of the research abstract is considered the primary author and must present the abstract. However, all authors must approve the abstract prior to submission.
- One person may be the primary author on a maximum of two abstracts. However, only one abstract may be presented as an oral presentation (with the other presented as a poster), or both abstracts may be presented as posters. If the primary author submitting two abstracts is also applying for the Student Research Award, only one abstract may be designated for consideration for the Student Research Award.
- The primary author must be the person who presents the abstract at the NSCA National Conference.
- Please do NOT submit an abstract if your attendance at the National Conference is questionable! Abstract presenters must pay the registration fee for the National Conference. By submitting a research abstract as the primary author, you must agree that if your abstract is accepted, you will present the abstract or you will forfeit your right to be a primary author any abstract at the next annual NSCA National Conference.
- Those who submit research abstracts will be notified regarding the acceptance/rejection by May 1, 2012. If accepted, this notification will include the date and time of the session/presentation as well as the type of presentation (oral or poster).
Abstract Formatting Specifications:
- All abstract submissions must be formatted correctly (see below) and include research-based data to allow for a thorough review. Abstracts that do not meet these criteria (see below) will not be accepted.
- The body of the abstract cannot exceed 3,500 characters (including spaces) when there is no figure or table included. When there is a figure or table associated with the abstract, the text cannot exceed 3,000 characters (including spaces).
- Abstracts must contain the following:
- Title (typed in ALL CAPS) cannot exceed 150 characters (including spaces).
- Author(s) – do not include degree acronyms (i.e., BS, MS, PhD, etc) or credentials (CSCS, etc).
- Primary Institution / Laboratory (Institution / Laboratory Name, City, State).
- Purpose, Methods, Results, Conclusions, and Practical Applications. Acknowledgements should be included to denote funding sources or conflicts of interest when applicable.
- Abstracts cannot contain the following:
- Do not use brand names in the abstract.
- Do not use an NSCA research abstract as an advertisement. Research abstracts should be non-biased, free from solicitations, and should not contain demonstrations of products for the purpose of sales. Exhibitor’s booths are available from the NSCA National Headquarters for the purpose of advertisement and sales.
- Abstracts can contain either one graph or one table, but not both.
- Any graph or table must pertain to the abstract for the purpose of visualizing data and must be referred to in the text of the abstract. Graphs or tables that do not pertain to the abstract will be removed.
- Including a graph or table does not replace any of the required sections (i.e., Purpose, Methods, Results, etc.).
- No photos or pictures are allowed – only a graph or a table.
- The resolution of the graph or table must be adequate for reprinting (i.e., = 150 dpi).
- The following information will also be asked during the online submission process:
- Primary / Presenting author's name and NSCA membership number.
- If the Primary / Presenting author is submitting for award consideration, they must be an NSCA member.
- Primary author's professional mailing address, e-mail address, and phone number.
- Desired presentation format (i.e., oral, poster, or indifferent).
- Abstract category (Biochemistry / Endocrinology; Flexibility / Stretching; Biomechanics / Neuromuscular; Nutrition / Ergogenic Aids; Body Composition; Resistance Training / Periodization; Endurance Training / Cardiorespiratory; Speed / Power Development; or Fitness / Health).
- Is the abstract eligible for the Student Research Award?
