Submit an abstract!
The GARA Executive Committee is accepting abstract submissions for presentation at the GARA Scientific Meeting. You may submit your abstract to be considered for oral or poster presentation. Please note that the poster presentations will be digital posters, and more details and specifications for the posters will be shared with presenters after selections are made.
Please complete the below abstract submission form in full by the deadline to be considered.
Abstract submission will close on 24 January 2025.
Apply for travel support
The GARA Executive Committee trying to secure funding to provide travel support to individuals who may not have the resources to attend. If your attendance would be dependent on support from the GARA Committee, please complete the below application form in full by the deadline to be considered.
Travel support application will close on 24 January 2025.
Agenda at a Glance
Day 1 - April 28
Welcome
Session
Session
Day 2 - April 29
Session
Session
Dinner
Day 3 - April 30
Session
Session
Closing
Keynote Speakers
Name
Biography
Name
Biography
Name
Biography
Agenda Overview
FAO Headquarters, Building A, Green Room
April 28
| 8:00-9:30 | Registration* |
| 9:30-9:50 | Welcoming Remarks |
| 9:50-11:00 | Epidemiology Session |
| 11:00-11:30 | Coffee break |
| 11:30-12:40 | Epi Session Continued |
| 12:40-14:10 | Lunch |
| 14:10-15:35 | Epi Session Continued |
| 15:35-15:50 | Coffee break |
| 15:50-16:35 | Poster Session |
| 16:35-17:45 | Epi Session Continued |
| 17:45-18:00 |
Closing Remarks Evening Social Meeting and Networking |
April 29
| 9:00-10:45 | Immunology Session |
| 10:45-11:15 | Coffee break |
| 11:15-12:45 | Virology Session |
| 12:45-14:15 | Lunch |
| 14:15-15:45 | Vaccine Session |
| 15:45-16:00 | Coffee break |
| 16:00-16:30 | Poster Session |
| 16:30-17:45 | Vaccine Session Continued |
| 17:45-18:00 | Closing Remarks |
April 30
| 9:00-9:10 | Welcome |
| 9:10-10:30 | Diagnostics Session |
| 10:30-11:00 | Coffee break |
| 11:00-12:00 | Diagnostics Session Continued |
| 12:00-13:00 | Presentation Awards & Closing Remarks |
*To attend the meeting, you will have to pass through the temporary visitor's entrance and security check in at FAO. For all information about security checks, logistics, and the FAO Headquarters map, see this document.
Oral Presentation Guidelines
Oral Presentation slots are 12 minutes.
File submission & compatibility
Recommend the wide-screen 16:9 formatSubmit as a .PPTX file
Naming Convention: LastName_PresentationTitle.pptx
DEADLINE: 20 April 2025
Submit to your PowerPoint file to GARA@crdfglobal.org by April 20.
Please ensure your final presentation is submitted by April 20. We cannot guarantee that late submissions or late changes can be accommodated.
Poster Presentation Guidelines
Poster presentations will be presented in a digital format. Please do not bring a physical printed poster to the meeting. All specifics on formatting of the digital poster presentations are below as well as an example file.
There will be dedicated poster viewings and each author will have a dedicated 10-minute slot to stand with their poster presentation during the poster viewing sessions. We encourage discussion and networking during the poster session. The schedule is forthcoming.
Slide format & size
Slide size: 2160 x 3840 pixels (portrait mode)
Aspect ratio: 9:16
File format: PowerPoint (.PPTX)
Design & layout
Font size: At least 32pt for body text and 60pt for headings
Font type: Use a clear, sans-serif font (e.g. Arial, Calibri, Open Sans)
Color contrast: Ensure high contrast between text and background
Images & graphics: Use high-resolution images (300 DPI) to prevent pixelation
Margins: Keep important content away from the edges to prevent cropping
File submission & compatibility
Submit as a .PPTX file
Naming Convention: LastName_PosterTitle.pptx
DEADLINE: 20 April 2025
Submit to your PowerPoint file to GARA@crdfglobal.org by April 20.
Please ensure your final presentation is submitted by April 20. We cannot guarantee that late submissions or late changes can be accommodated.
Logistics
Venue
The Scientific Meeting will be held at the FAO Headquarters in Rome, Italy:
Viale delle Terme di Caracalla 00153 Rome, Italy
Hotels
There are a variety of hotels and accommodation options near the venue. Accommodation booking and payment will be the responsibility of the attendees.
Visa
You can identify if you need a visa to visit Italy here.
FAQs
Are any meals provided during the Symposium?
Coffee breaks will be provided on all days of the meeting. Delegates will be responsible for their own lunch each day. There are two cafeterias at the FAO and many restaurants within walking distance.
Is there a virtual option to attend this meeting?
At this time, there are not plans to host a virtual option for the Meeting. We look forward to seeing you in person in Rome.
What is the dress code for the Meeting?
Suggested dress code is business casual.
