Submission Guidelines
IASTEM welcomes researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and scholars to submit original research abstracts and full papers for consideration at its international conferences. Authors are requested to follow the guidelines below to ensure that their submissions meet the required academic, formatting, and publication standards.
Please review these instructions carefully before submitting your abstract or research paper.
1. Abstract Submission Guidelines
1.1 Language and Word Limit
- Abstracts must be written in English.
- The abstract must contain 300–400 words and should be presented as a single paragraph, unless otherwise specified by the respective conference.
- Authors should ensure that the abstract is clear, concise, grammatically correct, and academically appropriate.
1.2 Abstract Content
The abstract should provide a clear and informative overview of the proposed or completed research. Where applicable, it should briefly cover:
- The research background and problem statement.
- The objectives of the study.
- The methodology or approach adopted.
- The principal findings or expected outcomes.
- The significance and potential contribution of the research.
Authors should ensure that the abstract accurately reflects the research presented in the full paper.
1.3 Author Information and Formatting
- The abstract must be prepared using the prescribed abstract template, where available.
- The title, authors’ names, and institutional affiliations should be centre-aligned, following the formatting instructions in the template.
- The presenting author's name must be underlined.
- Each author's institutional affiliation should be stated accurately, including the institution's name and country.
- A brief author biography must accompany the abstract if required by the prescribed template or conference instructions.
1.4 File Format and Submission
- Abstracts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx), unless the respective conference specifies otherwise.
- Submissions must be made through the designated online submission portal or the alternative submission method specified on the official conference page.
- Authors should verify that all required information and supporting documents have been provided before submitting their abstracts.
1.5 Acknowledgement of Submission
IASTEM aims to acknowledge abstract submissions within 3 working days. If an acknowledgement is not received within this period, authors may contact the conference team for assistance.
2. Full Research Paper Submission Guidelines
Authors whose work is eligible for full-paper submission should prepare their manuscripts in accordance with the following requirements.
2.1 Language and Academic Quality
- Manuscripts must be written in English.
- Papers should be carefully proofread for grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity, and academic style before submission.
- Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the information, data, references, and conclusions presented in their manuscripts.
2.2 Paper Length and Format
- The standard full-paper length is 8 pages, in a double-column format, unless otherwise specified by the respective conference.
- Authors should follow the official conference paper template and formatting instructions.
- Any applicable charges for additional pages will be determined by the relevant conference's published fee structure.
2.3 Recommended Paper Structure
A full research paper should be organised into appropriate academic sections. Depending on the nature of the research and the requirements of the conference, the manuscript should generally include:
- Title– A concise and informative title reflecting the subject of the research.
- Author Information – Full names of all authors, institutional affiliations, and country details.
- Abstract – A brief summary of the research objectives, methodology, findings, and contribution, where required by the template.
- Keywords – Relevant keywords representing the main topics of the paper.
- Introduction – Background, research problem, motivation, objectives, and significance of the study.
- Literature Review / Background – Relevant previous research and the theoretical or conceptual foundation, where applicable.
- Methodology – Research design, methods, materials, data sources, and analytical procedures, as applicable.
- Results and Discussion – Presentation and interpretation of findings, including comparisons with relevant research where appropriate.
- Conclusion – Key findings, research contributions, limitations, and potential directions for future research, where applicable.
- References – Complete citations for all sources referred to in the manuscript.
Authors may adapt the structure to suit their discipline and research methodology, provided that the manuscript follows the applicable conference template.
2.4 Tables, Figures, and Images
- All tables, figures, charts, and images must be clear, legible, and relevant to the research.
- Each table and figure must have an appropriate number and descriptive title or caption.
- All tables, figures, and images must be referred to in the main text wherever applicable.
2.5 Keywords
- Authors should provide relevant keywords that accurately represent the subject and scope of their research.
- Keywords should be written in lowercase, except for proper nouns, acronyms, and scientific names that require capitalisation.
- Keywords should be separated by commas.
2.6 Author Affiliations
- The full institutional affiliation of each author must be provided.
- The affiliation should include the institution's name and country.
- Authors must verify the accuracy of all names, affiliations, and contact information before submission.
3. Originality and Ethical Requirements
- Submitted research must be original and must comply with the conference's applicable originality and publication policies.
- Authors must appropriately acknowledge and cite the work of other researchers.
- Plagiarism, data fabrication, falsification, and unauthorised use of copyrighted material are not acceptable.
- Authors are responsible for obtaining any necessary permissions, ethical approvals, or institutional clearances relevant to their research.
- All authors should agree to the submission and ensure that the author details and order are correct before submitting the manuscript.
- Any changes to authorship after submission must follow IASTEM's applicable rules and receive the required approvals.
All submissions are subject to the review and editorial procedures applicable to the respective conference. Submission does not guarantee acceptance, presentation, or publication.
4. Submission Procedure
Before submitting an abstract or full research paper, authors should:
- Select the relevant conference from the official IASTEM website.
- Review the conference theme, submission deadline, paper format, and eligibility requirements.
- Download and use the prescribed abstract or full-paper template.
- Check the manuscript for completeness, originality, formatting, and language accuracy.
- Submit the required document through the designated submission portal or through email info@iastem.org
- Retain the submission acknowledgement and any reference number provided for future correspondence.
Authors should submit their work before the deadline announced for the respective conference. Late submissions may not be considered.
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