Poster Session Call for Abstracts

This conference will provide a platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to share their experiences and insights on data-driven innovations in healthcare.

The poster session will be an excellent opportunity to showcase research done at the University of California and engage with conference attendees in an interactive setting. We are particularly interested in showcasing innovative and impactful research conducted using the University of California Health Data Warehouse.

The deadline for abstract submissions is February 28, 2025, and we encourage you to submit your abstract as soon as possible.

Guidelines for Abstract Submissions

• Abstracts should be no more than 500 words.
• Please include a title, author(s) and affiliation(s).
• Please structure your abstract using the following format: Background, Objective, Methods, Results, Conclusion.
• The abstract should be in [doc/pdf] format.
• The file name should be in the format: “2025 UCH Conference_[Author Last Name]_abstract”.
• The deadline for abstract submissions is February 28, 2025, at 5PM PST.

Notification of acceptance will be sent out by March 17th, 2025, and accepted posters will be presented on April 24 and 25 at The Cove @ UCI (5270 California Ave # 100, Irvine, CA 92617).

Poster Guidelines

• Posters should be designed in landscape orientation.
• The recommended size for posters is 48 inches wide by 36 inches tall.
• Posters should be easily readable from a 6-foot distance.
• Use a font size of at least 24 points for the main text and 18 points for figure captions.
• Posters should be well-organized and visually appealing, with a clear information hierarchy and effective use of headings, subheadings, and bullet points.
• All images, tables, and graphs should be clearly labeled and have a concise caption explaining their content.

Poster Formatting Requirements

• Posters must be printed on paper or other materials that can be mounted on an easel using pins or clips.
• Avoid using dark or busy backgrounds, as they can make text and figures challenging to read. Consider using contrasting colors for the text and background to improve readability.
• Use high-resolution images and graphics to make them clear and crisp when printed at the poster size.
• The poster’s title should be displayed at the top, followed by the authors’ names and affiliations.
• Use a clear and concise abstract that summarizes your research's main objectives, methods, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• The poster should be organized in sections, with clear headings and subheadings that highlight the main aspects of your research.
• Include a reference list at the end of the poster, citing all sources used in the presentation.
• Use figures, graphs, and tables to illustrate your data, but keep them simple.
• Use bullet points or numbered lists to highlight key findings and conclusions.