Presenter Resources

Friday, October 18, 2024 | Abstract Submissions

Abstract submission deadline for invited oral presenters and panelists. The submissions include abstract, speaker permissions, speaker bio, and headshot. 

Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | Presentation Slide Deck

Last day to upload your presentation slide deck to the online abstract portal. This includes replacing any previously uploaded PDF versions to be included in the online program. Oral presenters will be sharing their screen with their slides during the live program. 

NOTE: Only upload a PDF version if you are granting CASSS permission to share. Do not upload if you do not give CASSS permission to share your slides. The PDF will be public to viewers once uploaded.

Friday, November 15, 2024 | Virtual Registration

Last day to register for virtual attendance. Registration closes at 5 PM Pacific (PDT).

Registration Fees     Register for Virtual

Important Information for Invited Speakers

Invited speakers are selected and formally invited by the Scientific Organizing Committee of the Program Committee. The Committee meets regularly to determine the meeting's scope, scientific discussion, and the dissemination of information through a variety of speakers from industry, regulatory agencies, and academia. All speakers are required to submit deliverables, complete the speaker authorization questions in the online abstract submission portal, and register for the Summit. Registration details and/or instructions, deliverable due dates, and a link to the speaker/abstract management portal are included in your invitation letter. 

Please proactively begin the legal process required by your organization, if applicable, as soon as possible to avoid delays in your approval and submission of presentation materials.

Submitting your Abstract and Presenter Deliverables

All invited oral presenters are required to submit an abstract and complete all required form fields. Please contact the program manager (rjacobs@casss.org) if you need the abstract submission link resent. All required fields of the abstract form must be completed for your submission to be accepted. We strongly encourage including a bio and headshot of the presenting author for inclusion in the online program. Abstract forms must be completed and submitted by October 18, 2024.

If you are participating as a panel member, please submit your bio and headshot as an abstract submission with the following fields completed:

• Authors and affiliations (include your name, affiliation, bio and headshot here) 
• Submission Type = Panelist 
• Session Topic = Your assigned session name
• Electronic Signature 

All other fields can be left blank. Your submission will show as incomplete, but your information will be captured.

Editing a submission 

If you need to make edits to your submission or add your final PDF file of your slides, go to www.oxfordabstracts.com. If you are not auto-directed to your account page, click the “Your Account” link in the upper right corner. Once on your page, locate your submission and click “Edit”. This will take you into your submission where you can make edits and upload files. Be sure to click the blue “Submit” button at the bottom of the page for your changes to save. 

Upload Presentation Files

To upload your final presentation as a PDF file, follow the instructions above to access your submission. Under the “Presentation Slides – PDF" section, upload a PDF file of your final slides to share your presentation with attendees and beyond the live event. 

NOTE: Only upload a PDF version if you are granting CASSS permission to share. The PDF will be public to viewers once uploaded.

Replace or Remove Previously Uploaded Presentation Files

To replace a previously uploaded PDF file, access your submission by following the instructions noted above under “Editing a Submission”. Scroll down to the "Presentation Slides - PDF" section. Click the “Replace File” button for the file you want to replace and select a new file to add. To remove a file, simply click the “Remove” button.  Be sure to click the blue “Submit” button at the bottom of the page for your changes to save.

Presentation Format 

For oral presenters, the chairs of your session will confirm the allotted length of time for your talk as well as the order you will speak in.

Oral presenters will be sharing their screen with their slides during the live program. All presentations should be saved as a PowerPoint file (.ppt, .pptx) in widescreen or 16:9 dimension. If your PowerPoint application defaults to 4:3 dimension, you can modify this by clicking “Design” from the top menu bar, select “Slide Size” from the Customizations section, and select “Widescreen 16:9”.

Presentations that have permission to be shared should be saved as a PDF and uploaded to the online abstract portal by the November 13, 2024 deadline. Slides submitted after this deadline are not guaranteed to be included in the final program.

When giving your presentation, we ask that you consider optimizing your slides for all attendees by incorporating the following elements:

• Avoid using small print on presentations that can’t be seen from a distance. Use a minimal slide typeface of 24 point / legible fonts (no cursive or block letters).
• Avoid using more than 3 colors and types of fonts. White or yellow lettering on a blue background is attractive and easy to read. Avoid red and green text. Be considerate of those that are color blind. 
• Avoid using more than 3 styles of slide transitions or animations. 
• Activate captions on any video used in the presentation.
• Verbally describe visual materials (e.g., slides, charts, etc.).

We encourage you to promote your participation in the program on social media. Please visit the CGTP Virtual Summit Social Media Kit page for customizable images to highlight your role and experiences with the Summit.

Access Social Media Kits

Be sure to tag CASSS and use #CGTPSummit2024 in your posts!

Program and Venue Logistics
Randi Jacobs
rjacobs@casss.org
510.428.0740 ext. 814 

Session or Presentation Content
Please contact your session chairs directly by email.

Abstract Submission Questions
Lauren Massagli
lmassagli@casss.org
510.428.0740 ext. 816

Registration Questions
info@casss.org

I am presenting. Will I be able to control my slides during the live oral presentation?

Yes, each oral presenter will use their own computer to share their screen with their presentation slides and advance their own slides.

When are oral presenters and panelists required to log in on the day of the Summit?

Oral presenters and panelists must log in 1 hour prior to the start of their session for audio and video testing. The Program Manager will send a specific Zoom login link via email a few days prior to the Summit. 

When will attendees receive access to the virtual platform?

Registered attendees will receive access from support@digitellinc.com on Monday, November 18 at 15:00 EST via email using the email associated with the registration.

Will the virtual audience be able to ask questions during the panel discussion?

Yes, our platform will accommodate questions from the virtual audience. A designated session moderator will be assigned to read the virtually submitted questions out loud during the panel discussion. While we may not be able to address every question submitted, we will do all we can to ensure that our virtual attendees are part of the discussion.

Will the sessions be available post-program for On Demand viewing?

Yes, the sessions with approved sharing permissions will be available for On Demand viewing for the Summit. On Demand content will be available 3-4 weeks post-event. All registered attendees will be alerted via email when content is available.