Student & Postdoc Research Presentations

"Having the judge listen to me gave me a great sense of confidence and knowledge of my own abilities that I could have never gained absent of the presentation."
 - Connor Ferguson (Choctaw), Undergraduate Student, Oklahoma State University

Undergrad & grad students and postdocs are invited to submit an abstract for a chance to present their research during one of our most vital mentoring programs at our national conference.

SACNAS research presentations mentors provide feedback & guidance to students at every level of research experience and presentation skill. In 2011, more than 900 students presented their research at the SACNAS National Conference. At the awards ceremony, 124 students were recognized for their outstanding research presentations. 

2012 Abstract Submission Periods

  • Spring submission: March 29 - April 26 (closed)
    • For postdocs and undergrad & grad students
  • Summer program enrollment: June 4
    • Program directors will need to first submit summer program information to SACNAS so students can then submit a research abstract. More information coming soon.
  • Summer submission: June 11 - July 12
    • Only for undergraduate summer program students. Note: Program Directors need to first enroll summer program.

Research Abstract Submissions

Submissions are currently closed.

Eligibility

  • Be an undergrad, grad, or postdoc at time of conference for poster presentation
  • Be a grad student at time of conference for oral presentation
  • Disciplines: Abstract submissions accepted in STEM disciplines
  • Profile: Create or update your SACNAS profile
  • Membership: Current SACNAS membership required
  • Guidelines: Submitters must read and follow the 2012 Abstract Submission Guidelines 

NOTE: Applicants will be notified about their status 5-6 weeks after the deadline. Once notified, awardees will have 3 weeks to register for the SACNAS National Conference. Failure to register by the deadline stated in the notification email will result in abstract withdrawal.

Abstract Selection Criteria

The SACNAS Student Presentations Committee created sample abstracts to help guide students to prepare high quality research submissions and to understand some of what we are looking for during abstract review.

SACNAS has experienced a significant annual increase of submissions over the past few years and we are expecting a record number this year. Every effort will be made to include everyone, however priority consideration will be given to first time abstract submitters. 

2011 Student Research Presentation Recognitions

Exemplary undergraduate student poster presenters and graduate student oral presenters are honored at the national conference for their research presentations.

Meet the 2011 presentation awardees

Additional Information & Support

If you need further assistance in submitting your abstract please contact student presentations manager, Nancy Rocha, at (toll free) 877-SACNAS-1.