The 8th International Research Conference of WSDN

WSDN2024 in Kobe
Call for Abstracts

The organizing committee of the 8th International Research Conference of the World Societyof Disaster Nursing (WSDN2024) is thrilled to invite you to submit an abstract for either anoral or poster presentation. Our conference's overarching theme is "Rethinking DisasterNursing in the Changing Risk Landscape: From Primary Health Care to Social
Innovation for Planetary Health." We eagerly welcome abstracts that explore a variety oftheoretical, practical, educational, or research-based topics relevant to the conference theme,
though not limited to it.

Submission Guidelines
A.OVERVIEW:● WSDN2024 is designed as a hybrid conference. Authors are strongly encouraged to attend
and present at the conference in person for attaining more active interaction between
participants. However, we acknowledge that special circumstances may arise, andtherefore, online participation may be considered under certain conditions.
● Abstracts may have multiple authors. At least one author must register for and attend theconference.
● Submitters will be notified by 31 August 2024 whether their abstract has been accepted.
● Those whose abstracts are accepted must register for the Conference by 31 October
2024. If registration and fee payment have not been received by this date, accepted
abstracts will be eliminated from the program.
KEY DATE:

DetailOnline submission of abstracts opens
Online submission of abstracts closes
Notification of abstract acceptanceRegistration Deadline for presenters

Date
10 April 2024
14 July 2024
31 August 2024
31 October 2024

B. SUBTHEMES:The conference program will be scheduled according to the following sub-themes. Please
determine the category in which you would like to submit your abstract.
1. Capacity Building
2. Data & Technology
3. Education & Training
4. Interdisciplinary Collaboration
5. Leadership
6. Practical & Empirical Report
7. Research Methodology
8. Transdisciplinary Strategy for Disaster Risk Management for HealthC. PRESENTATION TYPES:The types of abstracts we are soliciting are as follows:
1. Oral/poster presentation
Authors are expected to present their research findings, practices, or projects orally orvisually in posters. Upon acceptance of abstracts, the organizing committee will
determine each abstract's actual presentation format.
2.

Workshop/Educational session (closed)
Authors are invited to propose a 60-minute, self-organized session focused on either
practical aspects or education/training in disaster nursing. We anticipate sessions whereparticipants will actively engage and facilitate mutual communication.

D.INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMISSION:
Abstracts are to be submitted via the entry form of the following link:
https://officepolaris.co.jp/form/view.php?id=100009
Before abstract submission, please download the abstract form below and prepare theabstract text.
● For Oral/Poster presentation

Abstract_OralPoster.docx

Sample:Tanaka.docx● For Workshop/ Educational session

Abstract_WS_ES.docx

Sample:Yamada.docx● All abstracts must be submitted in ENGLISH (only).
● Words limitation:
Title: a maximum of 40 words (every word, except articles, prepositions, andconjunctions, should be capitalized).
Abstract - maximum of 300 words● Include 3-5 keywords.
The Organizing Committee of WSDN2024 will review all abstracts. The review process's
outcomes will be communicated via email, notifying presenting authors of acceptance orrejection by August 15, 2024.
E.NOTIFICATION OF PRESENTATION FORMAT AFTER ACCEPTANCE
Upon acceptance of your abstract, the specific format of your presentation will be determined,taking into account the capacity of the conference venue and the number and nature ofabstracts received. Along with your presentation format notification, further details on howto prepare for your presentation, including deadlines for submission of materials, will becommunicated.
PREPARATION FOR YOUR ASSIGNED PRESENTATION FORMAT
Once you have been informed of your presentation format, please prepare accordingly:
Oral Presentation: A 5-7-minute presentation grouped by theme. Guidelines for the durationof the talk, slide preparation, and tips for delivering a concise and impactful presentation will
be shared.
Poster Presentation: Guidelines for dimensions and design will be provided. Technicalspecifications for submission will also be included for e-posters.
PREPARATION FOR YOUR ASSIGNED WORKSHOPS / EDUCATIONAL SESSION FORMAT
After your workshop or educational session proposal is accepted, we require detailed
information to be submitted and discussed with the conference organizing committee toensure a smooth and engaging session. This information should include the session's
methodology, panelists/presenters, and the expected audience. Once your document issubmitted, the conference secretariat will contact you to begin coordination and discuss any
necessary adjustments or additional requirements. We aim to support you in creating a highly
effective and impactful session.
Please note that at least two panelists/presenters must participate in person.
F. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION AND PRESENTATION
1. Indicate a single presenting author. The presenting authors of accepted abstracts mustregister for the Conference by October 31, 2024. Accepted abstracts will be removed
from the program after this date if registration and fee payment still need to becompleted.
2. Submitting online also indicates agreement to the copyright terms, allowing theconference to publish the abstracts for all purposes related to the Conference without
further notice.
3. Authors are strongly encouraged to verify the accuracy of their submitted abstracts.
Any errors in literature references or scientific facts will be published as submitted.
4. All authors listed in the abstract have consented to its submission for presentation at
WSDN2024 and agree that they are accountable for the data and concur with thepresented results.
5. The Organizing Committee of WSDN2024 reserves the right to accept or reject anabstract, to designate abstracts for oral or poster presentations, and to assign
appropriate sessions for the abstract. While the authors' preferences regarding
presentation type and subtheme will be considered, the final decision lies with theOrganizing Committee.
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to showcasing your work in the format thatbest suits the overall conference structure and audience engagement goals.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Conference website : https://wsdn2024.com/
Secretariat of WSDN2024 : office@wsdn2024.com