ABSTRACT DEADLINE
is March 21, 2008
by 5:00 pm

This year’s abstract submission process requires two steps: the first is the completion of an online form (poster submission form) and the second is emailing an attached Word document of your abstract.

• Completion of this form is required. The information provided will be used to help with logistics.
• Poster Submission Form
• Please be sure to complete the entire submission form including which category best corresponds to your project: (We reserve the right to re-categorize as necessary)

Biological Sciences
Chemical Sciences
Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Engineering Sciences

Health Sciences
Math and Computer Sciences
Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Research

Abstract Guidelines:

• See Example

• The maximum abstract length is 30 lines: which includes title, authors, affiliations and abstract text. Below are more specific guidelines. Abstract content is the responsibility of author(s); Sigma Xi will not edit for grammar or spelling. In case of serious flaws the abstract will be returned for revisions.
• General Guidelines:
  • Save as: Microsoft Word Document.
  • Font: Times New Roman, size 12.
  • Spacing: Single Space.
  • Max Length: 30 lines (including blanks).
  • Title, All Caps.
  • Author(s) and Affiliation(s)-
    • Presenter’s Name (First Name, Last Name), Followed By Co-Authors (such as Collaborators, Research Advisor) then Affiliation Addresses.
  • One Empty Line Between Author(s) and Affiliation(s) And Abstract Text.
  • Abstract Text (Single Spaced)
• Additional Information:
  • Posters previously presented at the Sigma Xi Poster Symposium are not eligible.
  • Data should be reflective of research conducted within the previous 12-18 months.
  • If you do not receive confirmation of your submission within 36 hours of submission, please contact us.
  • If you have any questions or need assistance, please email SigmaXi 

A general introduction to writing abstracts which is available through the
Writing Center's web site at www.olemiss.edu/depts/writing_center/grabstract.html

The Writing Center staff is also available to read drafts of scientific abstracts.
Undergraduate students may make appointments
through our online appointment calendar at

http://writingc.olemiss.edu/registration/login.php

Graduate students should telephone 915-7686 to schedule appointments.

Poster Submission Form
Email Abstract