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Authors Guidelines

Author Guidelines: How to Prepare and Submit Your Work

To facilitate the submission process and the subsequent follow-up process, please consider the following guidelines, information, tips, terms and deadlines mentioned.

Abstract Guidlines

Abstract Guidelines for Authors

Please download the abstract template and follow the format carefully.

The acceptable word range for the abstract is 175 – 275 words. The abstracts which do not meet this word limit will be asked for revisions.
Your submission should be submitted in English.
We encourage you to send informative abstract (complete abstract) which is a compendious summary of a paper’s substance including its background, purpose, methodology, results, and conclusion
Please download the abstract template and follow the format carefully.

Full Paper

Full Paper Guidelines

We accept the submission of high-quality papers describing original and unpublished results of conceptual, constructive, experimental and theoretical work or research in all of the topic areas mentioned. Submission of a manuscript implies that it is not under consideration for publication elsewhere.

  • Language
  • The text should be in English, American or British usage is accepted, but not a mixture of both.
  • Authors who feel their English language manuscript may require editing to eliminate possible grammatical or spelling errors and to conform to correct scientific English may wish to use relevant editing apps or service.
  • Review Process
  • All manuscripts will be subjected to double blind peer-review and are expected to meet the scientific criteria of novelty and academic excellence.
  • The submitting author is responsible for ensuring that the article’s publication has been approved by all other co-authors and takes responsibility for the paper during submission and peer review.
  • The publisher will not be held legally responsible should there be any claims for compensation.
  • Recommended Paper Structure
  • Purpose / Objectives
  • Methodology / Approach
  • Findings / Results
  • Conclusion / Implications / Recommendations
  • Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  • References
  • Appendices (if applicable)
  • Formatting & Length
  • Full paper length: Up to 12 pages (including references, tables, charts, and keywords)
  • Abstract length: 200-250 words
  • Keywords: 3-5 words
  • Font: 12-point Times New Roman
  • Paragraph: Single-spaced
  • Margins: Top 2.54 cm, Bottom 2.54 cm, Left 3.18 cm, Right 3.18 cm
  • Page numbers: Bottom-centered
  • Layout: One-column, portrait 
  • Format: MS Word-compatible file
  • Presentation & Publication: Full paper is requested
  • File format: MS Word-compatible file
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Poster Guidlines

Author Guidelines for Poster Presentation

Design your poster so that it is easy to read and include some visuals or charts. Allocate the top of the poster for the title and authors’ names and affiliations. Remember the audience may have a short time frame to read your poster.

Poster size should be A1 international paper size. Materials, including the title, should not extend beyond the poster size.

Do not use foam core or any thick or multi-layered materials or pushpins directly on the poster boards. Please make sure that the material used for the poster allows it to be posted on the boards. All posters should be based on the submitted abstract as accepted by the Scientific Committee.

Please bring your poster with you.

Ethics

Academic Ethics

  • Submissions must present original and unpublished work
  • Acts of plagiarism are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate rejection
Ethics

Submission Method

Assessment

Evaluation Process

All submissions are carefully reviewed for:

  • Relevance to conference themes
  • Clarity and structure
  • Research methodology
  • Ethical conduct
  • Academic contribution and innovation
  • Proper referencing
  • Quality of results and presentation
  • Language proficiency
  • Formatting compliance

Accepted and registered papers will be published in the Conference Proceedings.

Speaker Instruction

Oral Presentation Guidelines

  • Presentation length: ~15 minutes
  • You may use your preferred format (e.g., PowerPoint, PDF)
  • Necessary equipment will be provided upon request
  • Please arrive early to test and set up your presentation
Enrollment

Ready to Share Your Research?

We encourage all authors to carefully follow these guidelines to ensure a smooth submission, review, and presentation process at ICARBME.