​Guidelines for preparing the files:

 

1. Digital Poster

Ensure you deliver your poster in portrait format, in ppt or pptx format.

A poster template has been provided on the conference website. To upload the one-page digital poster file in your account, access your account here.

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​2. Recorded Video with Presentation Slides (Optional)

Though this is not mandatory, IWA and ABES would like to encourage you to submit a pre-recorded presentation before you come to the conference. After the conference, your presentation will be made available in IWA’s and ABES’ content management system. It will form part of the rich content presented at the renowned IWA/ABES conferences and be available for future reference by IWA/ABES members and other researchers. It will be a backup file in case ofany travel delays. It is an opportunity to ensure your participation and contribution even if unexpected events might take place. The presentation is also a way to make your contact information available for a longer period of time. However, it is your choice to produce it or not. 

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When preparing your video please take note of the following:

1. 1.    The video must be three minutes maximum and must include a presentation (in PowerPoint or similar) with a total of six slides, including the first slide with the title of the work and the final slide with the event logos. Add your contact information to the last slide, before the logos. This will enable delegates to contact you with questions or comments during and after the event.
   2.    A preferred presentation template for you to use in your video has been provided on the conference website - LINK
   3.    The presentation can be recorded by any of the co-authors.
   4.    Make sure your recording includes both your presentation, and you speaking.
   5.    The file format should be MP4 format.
   6.    Videos featuring a product/service/technology must be informational rather than promotional. Presentations that appear to be a sales pitch will not be included in the IWA content management system.
   7.    Media that is identified as obscene, provocative, inaccurate, or otherwise containing objectionable content will not be included in the IWA content management system.
   8.    Try to record from a location with no background noise, with enough natural light or with  additional lighting options available. Avoid windows & lights behind you. Good light in frontof you provides a better image.
   9.    Ensure you keep some blank space in the top right-hand corner of your poster, where the QR code will be placed. This QR code will be used to provide the link to the recorded video of your presentation, so it is important to leave this space available. See more information on this below.