Call for Abstracts

Submit your abstract by August 24.

The APOE and Immunity Conference will be hosted on October 18 in Chicago, USA and online. Share your latest findings in a wide variety of topic areas, including:

Adaptive immunity
APOE and lipi
APOE and neuropathology
APOE and vasculature
APOE structure and function
Biomarkers - APOE
Biomarkers - Immunity
Cross-talk between APOE and immunity
Diversity - APOE
Diversity - Immunity
Genetic assocations - Immunity
Genetic associations - APOE
Immunity: From animal models to human biology
Innate immunity
Mechanisms - APOE
Mechanisms - Immunity
Targeted therapies - APOE
Targeted therapies - Immunity
Other

This hybrid conference, held virtually and in-person, will provide substantial opportunities for students, early career researchers and seasoned professionals to foster new collaborations and develop novel hypotheses in order to break down multidisciplinary barriers and drive truly transformative neuroscience research.

Abstracts are due August 24 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

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The submitter will receive an email during step 1 of the submission process and when your submission is complete. Invitation emails are sent to the presenting author only. It is your responsibility to contact the Alzheimer's Association at abstracts@alz.org if you do not receive the system-generated emails.

<< Information to know before you begin your submission >>

Review the sections of this site prior to initiating your submission.
Find answers in the list of frequently asked questions and how to prepare for your submission.
To begin - simply select "Begin a Submission for " on the right side of the screen.

Navigation Tips:

As you complete each step, click on the "Save" and/or "Next Step" button at the bottom of the screen.
Navigate to previous steps via the "Abstract Control Panel" (left side of the screen).
Avoid using your browser's back and forward buttons.

Abstract ID and Password

Submitters will receive an e-mail message as soon as Step 1 is completed. Retain the email for your records, as it contains your abstract ID, password and a direct web link. After submission is complete, all emails will be sent to the presenting author only.
How to resume, edit, or withdraw your submission: Use the web link sent in the submission email or enter your abstract ID in the box on the right side of this screen. You may edit through the submission deadline.

Important Dates

<< Important Dates >>

Date	Event
June 29, 2021	Submission site opens
August 24, 2021	Abstract submission site closes for non-ISTAART Members Abstract submission site closes for ISTAART Members
September 20, 2021	Abstract notifications sent via email
September 27, 2021	Responses due from invited presenting authors
October 18 - 21, 2021	APOE and Immunity Conference

Prepare for your submission(s)

<< What to prepare for your submission(s) >>

Submission:

Choose the Theme, Topic, and Subtopic
Abstract Title (English Only)
Abstract Description (English Only)
The following headers are required:
- Background
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusions
All four sections combined cannot exceed 350 words. Verify the word count prior to entry.

References must be included in the abstract body. Files submitted during submission listing references will not appear in the published version of the abstract.
Files for Tables and Figures cannot be uploaded in the body of the abstract but can be added as a separate file(s). Acceptable formats: .jpeg, .gif, or .png)
1. If you plan to upload tables or figures to supplement your abstract, save them in advance as JPG, PNG, or GIF files.
2. Save one figure, chart or table per file. Do not add multiple images to one file or they may not appear in the published version of the abstract.
3. Up to 6 files may be uploaded.
4. Word, Excel, and PDF files are not accepted.
5. Text only files will be excluded from the published version of the abstract.
Author Information (collect the information below in advance)

PRESENTING AUTHOR:

Full Name
E-mail Address
Institution/Organization
City, State/Province, Country, Zip/Postal Code
Phone Number

CO-AUTHOR(S):

(if applicable; submitter is required to submit this information)

Full Name
Degree(s)
Institution/Organization
E-mail Address
City, State/Province, Country

Embargo Policy

<< Embargo Policy and Confidentiality Agreement >>

All presenting authors must agree to the AAIC Conference Policies, including Confidentiality Agreement, Photo/Video/Audio Recording Policy, and Conference News Embargo Policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

<< Frequently Asked Questions >>

What do I need to prepare for my submission?

Click here to view a detailed list.

What are the themes and topics?

Adaptive immunity
APOE and lipid
APOE and neuropathology
APOE and vasculature
APOE structure and function
Biomarkers - APOE
Biomarkers - Immunity
Cross-talk between APOE and immunity
Diversity - APOE
Diversity - Immunity
Genetic assocations - Immunity
Genetic associations - APOE
Immunity: From animal models to human biology
Innate immunity
Mechanisms - APOE
Mechanisms - Immunity
Targeted therapies - APOE
Targeted therapies - Immunity
Other

Do I need to register?

Yes. The registration link will be sent to presenters.

What is the age requirement for presenting authors?

Presenting authors must be 18 years of age at the time of the conference (September 27-30 ).

What are the poster requirements?

Poster requirements and upload details will be provided to invited presenters.

Am I allowed to submit abstracts that have been previously presented?

If you are interested in having the research you present at AAIC eligible for inclusion in AAIC news releases and news conferences, it must not be published (online or hard copy) or presented, in whole or in part, in any manner, previous to presentation at AAIC.

How do I make edits to an abstract in "submitted" status?

You may make edits to your submitted proposal through the submission deadline. Access your in-progress or submitted proposal by logging in (top right corner of this screen). It is your responsibility to confirm that your abstract is correctly submitted and is received by the submission deadline. Send an email to abstracts@alz.org if changes are required after the submission deadline (changes are approved on a case-by-case basis).

When will I be notified if my abstract has been accepted?

Notifications of acceptance/denial of abstract submissions will be sent by August 17, 2021.

Does the Alzheimer's Association own accepted abstracts?

Accepted abstracts become the property of the Alzheimer's Association. Ownership of submitted abstracts not accepted for presentation reverts to the author.

If my abstract is accepted, will it be used by the Association for sales or marketing purposes?

The Alzheimer's Association reserves the right to provide abstracts to conference registrants and the public via online modalities, a mobile application, and any other modalities they wish. In those formats, the abstracts become the property of the Association, along with the PowerPoint slides or handout material.

If I need to retract my abstract submission, what is the deadline?

You can retract your abstract submission at any time. Depending on our publication deadlines, we may be unable to remove your abstract from print materials and publications. To retract an accepted abstract, you must email abstracts@alz.org and confirm a response.

If my abstract is accepted, how do I make an author change or withdraw my abstract?

If the identified presenting author becomes unable to present, a co-author may present. Notification of the change must be submitted in writing to abstracts@alz.org. If none of the authors on the abstracts can present, a request must be submitted in writing to abstracts@alz.org to withdraw the abstract. Depending on deadlines, we may be unable to remove your abstracts from print materials and publications.

Questions & Technical Support

<< Questions & Technical Support >>

Topic	Email	Phone
General conference and abstract questions	abstracts@alz.org	+1.312.335.5897 Hours: 9am - 5pm Central Time, Monday-Friday
Technical Support (log in issues, technical entry issues)	Tech Support	1.401.334.0220 Hours: 8:30am - 6pm Eastern Time, Monday-Friday
Please view all sections of this site prior to contacting the Association or Technical Support.

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