Abstract submission and registration for HAI 2020 are now closed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ABSTRACTS
Who can submit abstracts?
How many co-authors are allowed on an abstract?
– made substantial contributions to concept and design, acquisition of data, or analysis and interpretation of data,
– drafted the abstract or revised it for intellectual content,
– approved the final version to be submitted.
Can I include graphs or tables in my abstract?
A maximum of three tables/graphs in total can be included. Please note that each image must be less than 4MB and should be formatted as PNG, JPG or GIF files, with ideally 600 dpi. Adobe PDF files are not accepted.
To add an image into your abstract, please click on the “Add Media” button, located on the top left corner of the Abstract body field. Once inserted, you can left/center/right align it in the body of the abstract. To maintain the resolution, we ask that you do not shrink the embedded image. Also, please note that all captions MUST be saved with the graphic file.
IMPORTANT NOTE: you cannot copy/paste an image into the form – all images must be uploaded as instructed above.
How does the review process work?
Who owns the copyright of my abstract after it is submitted?
Material presented in abstracts should not violate any copyright laws. If figures/graphics/images have been taken from sources not copyrighted by the author, it is the author’s sole responsibility to secure the rights from the copyright holder in writing to reproduce those figures/graphics/images for both worldwide print and web publication. All reproduction costs charged by the copyright holder must be borne by the author.
Do I need to disclose any conflict of interest?
HAI asks that all presenting authors disclose any conflict of interest at the time of presentation for the benefit of conference delegates.
HAI TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS
What are the criteria for an HAI Travel Scholarship or Award?
1.) Be the first-author of a submitted abstract;
2.) Be currently enrolled in graduate or medical school or, if graduated, not greater than 5 years since receiving an MD, a PhD, or completing a residency training program, and
3.) Commit to participate in the 2020 HAI conference for the entire duration of the event.
How can I apply for an HAI Travel Scholarship?
How many scholarships will be offered?
The HAI Young Investigator Awardee will receive a check for $500, in addition to the HAI travel scholarship.
When will I receive my scholarship check?
Scholars will also be asked to be photographed next to the event poster.
REGISTRATION
I have created an account on the platform - does this mean I am registered for the conference?
To pay for your registration, you will have to log in the conference platform, first, and then click the “Pay” button from the top horizontal menu.
I have to cancel my registration - how do I do this?
No refunds will be made available on or after December 7, 2019.
Can I request a Letter of Support to obtain a travel visa?
To obtain such a Letter of Support, you first need to register for the conference and pay in full. HAI will issue these letters (via email) which will include your name, affiliation, address as well as our confirmation of your registration payment and information about the conference itself.
The Letter of Support does not financially or otherwise obligate the conference organizers in any way. All expenses incurred in relation to the conference and immigration requirements are your sole responsibility.
NOTE: Should your visa request be declined, please note that our refund policies will remain in place.
Can I register as media?
Please note that due to limited space at the event, media registrations will be treated on the same principle of first-come, first-served.
I wanted to register but the registration is closed!
AT THE EVENT
Why do I need to wear a badge at all times during the event?
I am at the event and would like know if a friend is also in attendance - how can I go about this?
Additionally, you can ask the HAI Secretariat to liaise with that attendee on your behalf.
Am I allowed to videotape/take pictures during the plenaries or poster sessions?