Technical Manuscript Submission
Technical Manuscript Submission
Abstract submissions are now closed
Call for abstracts for IMVC 2024 have now closed. For those that have had an abstract accepted please use the Paper template below to write your paper and submit to papers@imvcsydney2024.com. All papers will be peer-reviewed and published in a congress proceedings.
The congress will include three full-days of technical presentations; technical workshops; site tours; exhibitor booths; networking and social activities and is expected to attract more than 400 delegates.
An accompanying partners’ program is also planned.
The congress theme is: Ventilation engineering - the heartbeat of mining
Paper themes can be viewed below.
Draft and final manuscripts will be required to meet the paper requirements listed at the bottom of this page. Final papers must not exceed 8 pages in length. To download the document template, please click on the links below.
Author resources
Presentation Template
Please use this template to create your presentation at #IMVC2024.
Paper template
Submission
The call for online abstracts has now closed.
Presentations will be conducted in-person. Please note, the congress will not be streamed live online; however, all presentations will be recorded for viewing post-congress.
Submissions will be subject to peer review, then accepted or declined by the Congress Organising Committee. The selection criteria includes: relevance to the congress theme, accuracy and originality of ideas, significance of the contribution and quality of presentation.
Accepted abstract authors are then able to submit an extended abstract or full paper, with revisions provided by peer review and the Congress Organising Committee.
All accepted submissions will be published in the congress proceedings and presented during the technical sessions. All presenting authors are required to register, pay and attend the conference.
Guidelines
Abstracts and papers must be submitted as a PDF document only using the specific format as per the templates below and sent to the Congress email address papers@imvcsydney2024.com.
The Committee may, if necessary, limit the number of presentations per author. Submission of abstract and paper implies the author’s agreement to publish their content on the event website. Authors must arrange and pay their own accommodation, travel and expenses to attend the event.
Now that the abstract submission deadline has passed, the organising committee will review all submitted abstracts. Authors will then be notified whether or not the abstract has been accepted for the next stage, and the requirements around the next stage of submission.
All enquiries should be directed to: papers@imvcsydney2024.com
- Abstracts and papers must be submitted in Arial 11-point font
- The abstract and paper title must be typed in Arial 14 point, bold and centred font
- The presenting author/s name/s must be underlined
- All author details, post nominals and affiliations must be included
- All author email address must be included
- Authors may include a maximum of five keywords sufficient to highlight the relevant topics to be addressed in the paper
- Abstracts must be text only – graphics, images or graphs should not be included
- Papers can include graphics, images or graphs, but size of file should be considered before submitting final paper
Abstract Submission FAQs
Where do I submit my abstract?
Submit your abstract via papers@imvcsydney2024.com.
Do I need to use a template?
Yes – you will need to format your abstract using the abstract template found on this page.
How long does the abstract review process take?
The abstract review process begins after the abstract submission deadline has passed. It usually takes around four weeks for the organising committee to review all submitted abstracts and reach a decision. This may take longer if the number of abstracts submitted exceeds expectations.
How will I know if my abstract has been accepted?
We will contact you via email regardless of the outcome.
I need to update my abstract. How do I do this?
Once you have submitted your abstract, you can update or change this at any time prior to the abstract closing date through the Abstract Submission Portal. Post the abstract closing date, please contact papers@imvcsydney2024.com.
I have missed the deadline. Can I still submit my abstract?
Email us at papers@imvcsydney2024.com to see if an extension is possible.