60-MINUTE SESSIONS

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 23:59 PT TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER

We are prioritizing action-oriented session proposals. Our goal is to design a scientific program that gives participants clear, effective, and actionable solutions that they can take away from CCTN27 and apply in their local context.

SESSION FORMATS

KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE FORUM

A structured conversation where multiple experts share perspectives on a key research question or tobacco and nicotine topic, with time for audience Q&A.

  • Maximum of three speakers plus one moderator
  • Maximum presentation time of 45 - 50 minutes
  • 10 – 15 minutes of participant interaction and/or Q&A

APPLIED SOLUTIONS WORKSHOP

A participatory session where facilitators present actionable solutions to tobacco and nicotine issues and guide attendees through hands-on applications.

  • Maximum three facilitators
  • Maximum presentation time of 20 minutes
  • Dedicate remaining time to participant interaction (group discussions, skills development, etc.)

LEARNING WORKSHOP

An interactive format designed to build participant skills and knowledge through facilitated exercises, tools, and group dialogue.

  • Maximum three facilitators
  • Maximum presentation time of 15 minutes
  • Dedicate remaining time to participant interaction (group discussions and feedback, interactive tools)

REVIEW CRITERIA

Each submission is reviewed and scored using the following criteria:

Background / Rationale – Is the need for this session clearly outlined?

Applicability – Will participants be able to apply the information they learn in the session in their day-to-day research, policy or practice setting?

Innovation - Description reflects an emerging or new perspective on public health.

Learning objectives – Objectives are clearly described and articulate what participants are expected to demonstrate because of attending the session.

Interaction – The agenda demonstrates how the proposed presenters will actively engage participants throughout the session.

Overall quality – Is the submission relevant and does it meet the proposed format parameters.

GUIDELINES

Submissions must meet the following criteria otherwise, they will not be accepted for peer review:

Submissions MUST be completed using the template provided and be submitted electronically.

The template CANNOT be changed to include additional sections. The template must be submitted as a Word document.

Submissions must not exceed two pages.

A presenting author may submit a maximum of two (2) submissions.

Data, other research, and sessions presented at other conferences can be submitted.

The submitting author certifies that all co-authors and/or co-presenters agree to the submission.

60-MINUTE SESSION TEMPLATE

ACCEPTANCE

Submitters will be notified of the outcome by Friday 11 December.

All speakers who present must be registered for at least one day of the conference by Tuesday 2 March in order to be included in the program.

No financial assistance is available for registration, travel, or accommodation fees.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 23:59 PT TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER

SUBMIT A PROPOSAL

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613 725 3769 ext 126

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