PIHRS Information Package

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PIHRS Abstract Submission Guidelines

Please consider the following guidelines, information, tips, terms, and deadlines to facilitate the submission and subsequent follow-up process.

Abstract Guidelines Structure

• The maximum word limit for the abstract is 250 words.
• Please download the abstract template and follow the format carefully.
• Your submission should be submitted in English.
• Please do not include any graphics or tables.
• Submit ONE abstract per area/session of interest. Do not submit the same abstract for more than one session.
• Abstracts, including the list of authors, should be carefully compiled and thoroughly checked,  before submission to avoid last-minute changes.
• The submission of an abstract carries with it the obligation that it is presented at the conference by the author or, at least, by one of the co-authors. If this is not possible, please withdraw your abstract as early as possible.
• By submitting an abstract, authors accept the license & copyright agreement and the rules of conduct.

Steps to follow for your Abstract Submission

Once you have prepared your abstract according to the above guidelines,

• Submit your abstract via the online portal
• After submission, you will be acknowledged of the receipt of the abstract via an email within three working days.
• For abstract submission enquiries please contact: PIHRS@fnu.ac.fj

Abstract Submission Deadline

• Abstract submissions open on 28^th June 2024
• Please submit your abstract before 23^rd August 2024

Double Blind Peer Reviewing Process

• Your abstract will undergo a double-blind peer review by the PIHRS scientific committee within two to three weeks after its receipt.
• Results of the abstract review will be sent to the author within four weeks of submission.
• The Conference Chair serves as the head of the scientific committee and will make the final decision on abstracts.
• Acceptance or rejections of the paper will be sent to you with reviewer comments.

PIHRS Abstract Template

2024 PIHRS Abstract Template for Oral Presentations

Title

Authors listing: (Presenting Author in bold)

Institutional Affiliation and email address (es)

Introduction:  Previous research and/or rationale for performing the study. Include aim and Objective of the study if applicable.

Method: Adequate description of the type of study, study sample and statistical methods used.

Results: Summary of findings, description of analysis, and interpretation of findings.

Discussion: Limitations of the study, implications of the results, and further work.

Word Count:  (indicate number of words: should not Exceed 250 words)

• If selected, [I consent/ do not consent] to having my abstract published in the conference booklet and online.

• I prefer to do an oral presentation. If not selected for an oral presentation, I [am/ am not] willing to do oral presentation.

• I declare that this [abstract/paper] contains information that [has/has not] been presented [fully/partially] at other peer reviewed events, conferences, or published journals. If you have published or presented partially or fully, please provide details.
  

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Instructions: (Delete this section before submission)

• Only abstracts related to Pacific Islands Health-related research will be considered for the symposium.
• Reviews of existing studies or research conducted outside the region are not eligible for this symposium.
• Submit an abstract for oral presentation in the format of the template provided: Font:-Times New Roman 12, Left-justified, single-spaced. Abstracts must not contain tables, figures or photos.
• Ensure correct spelling of Names, and Titles. Names to be written as: First name, Surname. Professional or academic titles can be included and names of authors separated by commas.
• Word count of the body of the abstract (Background-Conclusion) should not exceed 250 words.
• Institutional Affiliation to be presented as: Name of Institution, Country, and Email Contact.
• For consent to print your abstract in the booklet, strike-out the option that does not apply.
• For presentation options, strike-out the option that does not apply.
• For declaration, please strike out the option that does not apply.
• Delete instructions (this section) prior to submission.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

If your question is not answered below, please get in touch with the PIHRS Secretariat at PIHRS@fnu.ac.fj.

1. What is a conference?

A conference is a meeting, often lasting for a few days, organized on a particular subject or to bring together participants with a common interest. Participants will participate in or attend the PIHRS conference face-to-face and use this platform to present research, research ideas, and methodologies and share knowledge. It is hoped that some of these will address critical challenges and open new spaces for further research that can impact aspects of health care and health services delivery.

2. When is PIHRS 2024?

The PIHRS Conference will be held on the 2nd & 3rd September 2024. All conference sessions will be based on Fiji Time. There will be recorded presentations for speakers and a Zoom will be organized for speakers who cannot attend physically.

3. Who should attend?

The PIHRS conference welcomes local and international academics, donors, government ministries, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), technical agencies, the Private Sector, students, and anyone passionate about the theme: “Investing in Health: Bridging the Knowledge to Behaviour gaps”.

4. How do I register for PIHRS 2024?

Registration for the 2024 PIHRS Conference has opened.  For online registration, please click on: https://forms.gle/PkqzWo4gJSNU1b8p8

5. What happens once I register?

Once you register online, you will receive an email confirmation with detailed instructions on payment of the registration fee with the invoice generated and sent to your email. Please kindly retain the copy of your payment receipt once you have paid the registration fee.

6. How much do I need to pay to register for the conference?

The conference registration fee is in Fiji Dollars that covers morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea and can be viewed here: https://www.fnu.ac.fj/college-of-medicine/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2024/07/PIHRS-Information-Package-2024-pdf.pdf

7. Is there funding available to participate in the conference?

Funding is not available for this conference.

8. Where/How can I claim Continuing Professional Development (CDP) credit points?

Registrants can claim Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points, and participation certificates, and provide feedback by email to the Secretariat here PIHRS@fnu.ac.fjr

PIHRS Registration 2024

PIHRS Program 2024

The PIHRS Program Committee will provide this information and forward for upload once available.

Call for Abstracts

Attention all health researchers and enthusiasts!

We are thrilled to announce that the CALL FOR ABSTRACTS for the 2024 Pacific Island Health Research Symposium is now open!

This year’s theme is “Investing in Health: Bridging the Knowledge to Behavior Gaps!” and we cannot wait to hear your innovative ideas and research findings.

Abstract submissions close on 23rd August, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your work.

For more information, email us at PIHRS@fnu.ac.fj.

PIHRS Writing Workshops

Background

The 2024 Pacific Islands Health Research Symposium (PIHRS) committee plans to strengthen the health research
capacity of scientists in Fiji and the Pacific who are engaged in tackling the significant health challenges in the
Pacific region. The organizing committee is calling for applications from interested individuals who are active,
emerging biomedical/health researchers in Fiji and the Pacific region to participate in the forthcoming PIHRS
Writing Workshops.

Workshops Duration and Places Available

This will be a 2-day face-to-face program from 4 – 5 September 2024. Due to the limited space and funding, there
are only 25 places for each of the four Writing Workshops available for Pacific health researchers who are
attending the PIHRS.

I. Manuscript Writing
II. Policy brief Writing
III. Grant Application Writing
IV. Concept Note Writing

Expression of Interest and Criterias

To secure a place participants will be required to send an expression of interest (EOI) to the email PIHRS@fnu.ac.fj, The EOIs needs to meet the following criteria to be accepted for the workshop:

1. Staff & student at the College of Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences (CMNHS) OR research partner of
CMNHS with a completed registration (fees paid) to attend PIHRS 2024.

2. Submit a copy of an existing piece of work, such as the draft manuscript OR research project report OR draft
research proposal OR draft concept notes OR draft grant application, that can be used for the writing
exercises.

3. If you attended the 2023 Manuscript Writing Workshop, you will only be accepted to attend a Writing
Workshop if you can demonstrate that your paper has been published, or is currently under review by a
journal.

4. Deadline for the submission of the EOI and existing piece of work is 28th August 2024.
The Workshop committee will select and confirm participants for the Workshop.

With best wishes for the Writing Workshops.
PIHRS Committee

2023 Proceedings Report

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