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The 40th ACEM Annual Scientific Meeting 2025 abstract submission portal is now open.
To be selected to present you are required to submit an abstract online using the link below. All abstracts must be submitted electronically. Hard copy submissions will not be accepted.
Abstract submissions close 1 July 2025. Abstracts received after this closure date will not be accepted.
Before submitting your abstract, ensure you read the below guidelines carefully. All the information that you require is included below.
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Abstract submission guidelines
We have prepared guidelines to assist you with preparing your abstract for the ASM.
It is important to read these carefully when preparing your submission.
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Abstract submission guidelines
- Only abstracts submitted in English will be reviewed
- Abstracts must contain original scientific data collected by the author(s).
- Abstracts are to be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx)
- Abstract submissions must comply with the Wiley-Blackwell Abstract Guidelines
Authors must follow the formatting guidelines below. An abstract template is available, and should be used as a guide.
- Word count: maximum 250 words (excluding title, authors and affiliations)
- Font: Times New Roman, 12 points, single-spaced, text left and right justified.
- Abbreviations: Use standard abbreviations only. Within the body of the abstract, when using abbreviations, spell out the name in full at the first mention and follow with the abbreviation in parenthesis. Abbreviations may be used in the title, provided the name is outlined in the body of the abstract in full. Capitalise the first letter of trade names.
- Grammar: The author(s) is responsible for ensuring their text does not contain any typos or grammatical errors. The Program Committee will not be responsible for any errors published.
- Abstracts should comprise of the following elements, with each beginning a new paragraph:
- Background
- Objectives
- Method
- Results
- Conclusion
- Authors: A maximum of six presenting authors are permitted for each abstract.
- References: Should follow the Vancouver system.
- Tables and Figures: A maximum of 2 tables are allowed per component, with an individual maximum of ten columns and ten rows per table.
ASM 2025 themes
ASM themes
This year’s theme of ‘Riding the wave of change’ will explore the transformative ideas, latest advancements in research and emerging innovative practices shaping emergency care today and in the future. We welcome submissions on a wide range of meeting sub themes including:
Building the wave
The landscape of emergency medicine (EM) is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advances, shifting patient demographics, and ongoing challenges in healthcare delivery. We invite you to embrace the ASM 25 theme and explore the transformative ideas, latest advancements in research, health advocacy, leadership and emerging innovative practices shaping emergency care today and in the future.
Catching the Wave
Embark on a journey and catch the wave of EM with the people who make up the heart of emergency care, celebrating the passionate physicians and resilient patients who shape this dynamic field. From the exhilaration of early career challenges to the wisdom gained through years of experience, emergency medicine offers a dynamic and rewarding career path while providing care across the entire lifespan. From addressing the unique needs of the aging population to the growing mental health crises in the ED, we will explore paediatric and adolescent emergency care new challenges and approaches.
Surfing the wave
Surf the wave of change and explore the innovative ideas, technology, models of care, and processes in EM. Join the conversation about groundbreaking emergency care research and clinical trials that are reshaping the future of patient care. Explore the development of advances in EM clinical pathways, medical education and simulation while discovering the integration of technology and AI in emergency care.
Submission topics
Submission topics
Submissions under the below topics are welcome for the ASM.
We ask submitters to select the most appropriate topic(s) for their presentation, up to a maximum of three (3).
- Allied health in emergency care
- Cardiology
- Climate change
- Controversies and myths in emergency care
- Disaster
- Drug and alcohol
- Education and training
- Emergency care in low-resource contexts
- Emergency nursing
- Equity in emergency care
- Gender equity
- Geriatric emergency medicine
- Global crisis
- Health system reform
- Indigenous health
- Infectious diseases and sepsis
- Injury prevention
- Innovation and technology
- Leadership and management
- Lessons learned through the pandemic
- Medical informatics
- Mental health / Behavioural Emergencies
- Mentoring
- Models of emergency care
- Neurology and stroke
- Other
- Overcrowding and access block
- Paediatrics
- Pain management
- Paramedicine
- Pre-hospital and retrieval medicine
- Public and community health
- Research, translation and epidemiology
- Resource stewardship
- Resuscitation and critical care
- Rural, regional and remote health
- Safety and quality
- Simulation
- Social aspects of emergency care
- Sustainability
- Toxicology
- Trauma
- Ultrasound
- Wellbeing
Presentation types
Abstracts can be submitted for either oral or poster presentations.
The ASM Working Group and ACEM Research Committee reserves the right to determine whether a submission is accepted as an oral or a poster and its decision is final.
Oral presentations
- All oral presentations will be 10 minutes in duration plus 5 minutes discussion.
- Oral presenters will be asked to present orally with a PowerPoint presentation.
Poster presentations
- Poster presentations will be asked to present a traditional physical poster display.
- Poster presenters will be asked to present a visual representation of their work.
- To be considered for the Best Poster award, a digital poster must be submitted so it can be added to the Meeting app for adjudications.
*Abstracts may be scheduled for presentation on any day during the Meeting.
Abstract awards
In 2025, there will be several awards that submitters can apply for including:
- Best paper by a Trainee
- Best paper by a Fellow
- Best Poster award
- PREDICT award in Paediatric Emergency Medicine
- ECI award
- Emergency Medicine Foundation Award
Full information on awards and their submission/selection criteria can be found here.
Trainee Research Project
Trainees may choose to present their Training Research Project (TRP) in line with the College requirements.
Applications will need to register for the Meeting and follow the abstract submission process.
Trainees who choose to complete the Trainee Research Project by presenting a paper, either orally or by way of poster, are required to submit two separate applications:
Submit an abstract to the ASM via the Meeting abstract submission process; and
Apply directly to the College. More information about the TRP and the appropriate application form can be found on the ACEM website.
Abstract review
All submitted abstracts will undergo a peer review (blind review) process by the ASM Working Group and ACEM Research Committee.
Incomplete abstracts, abstracts not written in English or abstracts not following the above guidelines/template cannot be processed and will not be reviewed.
No revisions are possible after the submission deadline – no exceptions.
Terms and conditions
All abstract submitters are required to agree to the below terms and conditions prior to submitting their work.
- All authors/affiliations from my abstract document have been removed
- Submitting author hereby commits with the present data protection and privacy policy
- All abstracts must be prepared according to the guidelines provided
- All accepted presenting authors must register and pay to attend the ASM 2025
- All abstracts will be published in the EMA abstract supplement (unless opted out during the submission process)
- If unable to present the abstract, the submitter will promptly withdraw submission, or elect another presenting author
Frequently asked questions
Please see outlined below frequently asked questions regarding abstract submissions. If you can’t find what you are looking for, please contact the ASM Program Manager.
Q: How do I submit?
A: All abstract submissions are required to be completed online. To submit your abstract, click the submit abstract button above. Please ensure you read the guidelines on this page carefully prior to submission as there is important information included. Please note, emailed submissions will not be accepted.
Q: What type of presentations are available?
A: Oral presentations and poster presentations. Further details included above.
Q: Can I use QR codes in my abstract submission?
A: No, QR codes are not permitted in submissions. However, they may be used in presentations.
Q: Can funding or disclaimer statements be included?
A: Yes, if applicable. They should be placed at the bottom of the abstract and are not included in the word count.
Q: When will ASM registration open?
A: It is anticipated that registration will open in April 2025. Please ensure that you regularly check the ASM website for updates.
Q: When will authors be notified of submission acceptance or otherwise?
A: Authors will be notified of the outcome of their submission via email on 22 August 2025.
Q: Are presenters required to register for the ASM?
A: Yes, as a presenter you are required to register and pay to attend the ASM. Any presenters not registered for the ASM by 23 September 2025 will be withdrawn from the program.
Q: What are the key dates that I need to be aware of?
A: Please note the key dates as follows:
- Submission opens 17 March 2025
- Submission deadline 1 July 2025
- Author notifications 22 August 2025
- Presenter registration deadline 23 September 2025
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