Developing an Abstract for the ACRP Global Conference

Are you interested in being a presenter at the ACRP Global Conference but feel somewhat intimidated by the abstract submission process?
 
Do you want to know what the ACRP Global Conference Committee is looking for in an abstract and how to increase the odds of acceptance?
 
Do not miss the opportunity to hear from the Chair of the 2009 ACRP Global Conference and planning committee members as they present an informative session on how to create a top-notch abstract. Whether you would like to present a poster, workshop or conference session, this webinar will provide practical advice and specifically define the requirements necessary to wow the reviewers. 
 
Abstract development should not be painful.  Let these seasoned experts walk you through the process with an emphasis on best practices along with important do's and don'ts. 

This webinar is intended for clinical research professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries, and those in hospital, academic medical centers and physician office settings who are interested in presenting at the ACRP Global Conference.

Session Objectives

By attending this webinar, the participant should be able to:

• Avoid common mistakes and pitfalls in writing abstracts
• Describe qualities of a top-notch abstract for a global conference presentation
• Write effective learner objectives that are behaviorally measurable

Presenters

Lynn D. Van Dermark, RN, BSN, MBA, CCRA, RAC is CEO and one of the founding partners of MedTrials, Inc. She has held previous roles as a Senior Research Nurse, Clinical Research Associate, and Consultant, is a registered nurse in the state of Texas, a Certified Clinical Research Associate, and is Regulatory Affairs Certified.  Lynn serves as adjunct faculty for the University of North Texas Health Science Center, UT Southwestern Medical Center and UT Arlington.  Lynn also serves as an instructor for the Association of Clinical Research Professionals, a member of the Global Conference Planning Committee and the Editorial Advisory Board, and is a charter member and past president of the ACRP North Texas chapter.

Ronald C. Reed, PharmD is a Research Scientist in Neuroscience & Anesthesia for the Division of Global Pharmaceutical Research & Development with Abbott Laboratories in Abbott Park, Illinois north of Chicago. Prior to joining Abbott he held a number of positions at Case Western Reserve University, including Director of the Division of Clinical Research, and served as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator for more than 80 clinical studies.  Ron has been a member the ACRP Global Conference Planning Committee since 2006 and is Incoming Chair of the committee for the 2009 Global Conference.

NOTE: No CEUs are provided for this Webinar.