BRAINS Abstract Submission Information

Posters and flash talks can be presented by KSU affiliated trainees, including graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research staff; and undergraduate students who have completed research for the SURE program, individual investigation, or honors thesis. It is completely acceptable to present a poster that was previously (or soon will be) presented at a national or regional conference. There will be awards for best poster and flash talk presentations. Below are the details:

· Abstracts will be accepted from November 1st, 2026, to December 1st, 2026.

· Presentations which reflect basic and translational research on brain biology, disease mechanisms, and behavioral processes that drive health across the lifespan may be presented. 

· Abstracts for both posters and flash talks should be no longer than 250 words, not including the title.  Please indicate if you would like to be considered for a flash talk spot.  Talks will be 5 minutes long plus Q&A up to 5 minutes.

· Poster boards and easels will be provided; posters should be 36 in (tall) X 48 in (wide); you are responsible for providing and printing your own presentation poster.

Please submit your abstracts here: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0kMhf0b1DmMq5ka

All non-presenting attendees, please register here: https://kent.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3Cvei753Q8ZI0fk

If you are a presenter, abstract submission will serve as your registration for the event (there is no need to additionally register).  Your mentor or advisor will need to register separately.

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