Abstract

Conference Theme
Confronting Rickettsial and Tropical Diseases : Integrated Strategies for Global Health

The Congress will focus on Parasitology, Tropical Medicine and other Infectious Diseases with the following themes:

1. All abstracts must be submitted by 31 May 2025 through the APRC4 2025 Abstract Submission Portal.
2. Only registered delegates are able to submit an abstract. Click here to register. 
3. Abstracts must be submitted in English.
4. Words and attachment limitation:
   • Abstract Title–maximum of 30 words in Sentence Case.
   • Abstract Content–maximum of 300 words.
5. Submissions should be thoroughly checked for spelling and grammar before submission as they will be reproduced as submitted by the author.
6. Changes will not be entertained after the abstract submission has closed.
7. Submitters are advised to seek assistance to proofread the abstract if English is not their first language.
8. It is the sole responsibility of the authors to ensure accuracy of scientific content and language.
9. The abstract should not contain any graphics or references.
10. Please contact the conference secretariat via contact@aprc4.com if there is any issue or question in submitting abstract.

Abstract submitters may select their preferred method of presentation upon abstract submission. However, the final decision lies with the Scientific Committee. All abstracts will be reviewed and notified. Authors of the accepted abstracts will be notified of the mode of presentations as follow:

Oral Presentation:

• Slide Format: 16:9 powerpoint slide (ppt or pptx file)
• Slide Layout: Landscape (1920 x 1080px)
• The presentation must be presented in the English language.
• You are advised to adhere strictly to the time allocated to avoid upsetting the scientific programme.
• You may use the presentation template below to design your slides.
• Presenters must present onsite during the congress.
• Please note in order to present your abstract, kindly register and fully paid before 15 August 2025.

Poster Presentation:

• Poster Format: A0 Size Poster
• Poster Layout: Portrait (841 mm x 1189 mm)
• Presenters are required to submit a physical poster on the event day upon registration.
• Posters should be designed, such that titles, legends, graphs and illustrations can be easily read.
• You may use the poster template below to design your poster.
• The poster may include printed materials, tables, graphs, photographs, or illustrations.
• Presenter must be onsite during the congress.
• Please note in order to present your abstract, kindly register and fully paid before 15 August 2025.

MSPTM Student Competition - Rapid Oral Presentation:

• This competition is open to all students attending the conference.
• Rapid Oral Presentation slot – 3 minutes (including 1 minute Q & A) 
• Format: 16:9 powerpoint slide (ppt or pptx file)
• Layout: Landscape (1920 x 1080px)
• Presenters only allow to present ONE slide only.
• You may use the presentation template below to design your slide.
• Presenter must present onsite during the congress.
• Please note in order to present your abstract, kindly register and fully paid before 15 August 2025.
• Participants will be judged based on three main criteria:-
  • Content- This includes the originality/idea of the study, the quality of the methodology involved, and the effective organisation of key points and the take-home message.
  • Presentation Skills- verbal and non-verbal communication skills as well as the creativity of the presentation.
  • Q&A- the ability of the participants to address questions clearly and demonstrate critical thinking in handling questions effectively.

Submitters must conform to the following:

1. To accept responsibility for the accuracy of the submitted abstract and understand that amendment is not allowed once it is submitted, and information provided will be published exactly as submitted.
2. All co-authors are aware of and give consent to the content of the abstract and data presented before it is submitted. The submitter accepts responsibility as the contact person for all correspondence about the abstract and to share information with all authors about its status.
3. Submission of abstracts implies the author’s agreement to publish the abstract in all congress publications including the website, i.e., submitters are responsible to secure any copyright/permissions clearance required relating to any previous presentations, equipment, or other material for inclusion in the APRC4 2025 publications.
4. Submitters are responsible to obtain permission from any relevant regulatory authority and obtain consent where appropriate.
5. Submitters are responsible to ensure the work is original and that it does not infringe upon any copyright, proprietary or personal right of party.
6. Submitters are responsible to identify and sort out any potential conflicts of interest e.g., financial interest in products or processes described in the presentation materials, stock ownership, and membership on an advisory board or board of directors or other substantive relationships.
7. Submission of the online Registration and Abstract Submission form indicates the submitter has agreed to all the terms & conditions with regards to the congress registrations and abstract submissions as listed on the congress website (www.aprc4.com).