ILLS2024

Call for Papers

Abstract Submission

Important Dates

Deadline for Abstract Submission May 31, 2024
Extended to June 24, 2024, 23:59JST (UTC+9)
Notice of Abstract Acceptance Notice of Abstract Acceptance will be sent by the early August, 2024

Main Topics (Categories)

  1. Applications of Fluorescence Surgery
  2. Simulation/IR Navigation for Education
  3. New and Allied Technologies in MILS
  4. Parenchymal Dissection in MILR
  5. MI-Donor Hepatectomy
  6. Near-miss/Troubleshooting in RLR
  7. RLR and Gender
  8. RLR in Low Income Countries
  9. Trials on Simulation/IR Navigation and MILS (including Ablation)
  10. Teaching and Training in RLR
  11. State-of-the-Art Ablation Technique

Presentation Type

  1. Oral Presentation
  2. Video Presentation*
  3. Invited Lecture(Invited only)
  4. Sponsored Lecture(Invited only)
  5. Other

Guidelines

Abstract Submission Guideline

Submission Method Abstracts must be submitted online via the ILLS STC 2024 website only.
Language English
Word limit Title: Max. 20 words, Abstract Text: Max. 400 words
Abstract Title Capitalize the first letter of each word. Titles in ALL CAPS are not allowed.Refrain from using standard abbreviations or acronyms in the title.
Author Information Name
All co-authors' first and family name(s) must be provided in full.Degrees or titles such as MD after an author's name must be deleted.
Affiliation
Affiliation should be structured as follows: Institution and Country.
Abstract Format Pictures/Graphs/Tables
No pictures, graphs, and tables are allowed.

Requirements for Video Submission

Regarding video presentations, authors must upload their videos and submit a textual abstract through the Online Abstract Submission System.
Verbal Narration Videos must include clear verbal narration with synchronized audio. Ensure that the volume is normalized for consistent sound quality.
Language and Originality Authors are responsible for using formal English in their videos. Additionally, content must be original and not infringe upon any copyrights.
Prohibited Content The following elements are prohibited in the video:
-Author’s name
-Affiliations
-Commercial or proprietary names
Video Properties Size: Maximum 500 MB
Length: Up to 7 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Format: MP4
Document Name Format ILLS STC 2024_[Last Name]_[Video Title].mp4

Travel Grant

Travel Grants for ILLS STC2024

The ILLS STC2024 conference offers travel grants to international participants whose abstracts have been selected for either oral or video presentations and have received high scores.

Grant Details

Full Registration Fee

The grant covers the entire registration fee.

Travel Support

Additionally, recipients will receive ¥100,000 JPY for travel expenses.

Important Notice

To be considered for the Travel Grant, applicants must check the designated box in the abstract submission system. The registration fee will be refunded to Travel Grant receivers.

Grant Eligibility and Criteria

Age Limit

Applicants must be under 45 years of age (As of April 1, 2024).

Residency Requirement

Applicants must reside in a country other than Japan.

Number of successful applicants

3 6

Awards

1. Best Video Award

Three (3) Six (6) outstanding video presentations will receive awards based on a combination of excellent research, innovation, and compelling oral delivery. The committee will carefully evaluate the oral presentations and select the winners.

Eligibility

Age Limit: Applicants must be under 45 years of age (As of April 1, 2024).

Prize money

JPY50,000*

Please note that the transfer of prize money will occur after the conference.

2. Best Oral Presentation Award

Three (3) Six (6) outstanding oral presentations will receive awards based on a combination of excellent research, innovation, and compelling oral delivery. The committee will carefully evaluate the oral presentations and select the winners.

Eligibility

Age Limit: Applicants must be under 45 years of age (As of April 1, 2024).

Prize money

JPY50,000*

Please note that the transfer of prize money will occur after the conference.