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Call for papers is now closed
The Conference has received an overwhelming response to the Call for Papers with over thirty Abstracts submitted, for twenty one possible presentation time slots. The number along with the high standard of Abstracts presented has made the Conveners task in selecting potential presentations difficult, but very encouraging. Each Abstract was assessed to ensure alignment to the theme, but also making sure the overall program represented the broad spectrum of work undertaken by Hydrographers across Australia and internationally.
The high number of Abstracts has meant unfortunately a number of Abstracts weren’t able to be selected for presentation; however the option of displaying a Poster Paper was provided to most of the remaining Abstracts.
A preliminary Program has been developed and is detailed on the PROGRAM page.
Conference Theme
The theme for the 2010 Conference is Hydrography - Reflection, Refinement Resurgence.
Reflection – on the past, to obtain a clear understanding of where hydrography has come from and to continue improving the profession based on sound knowledge and understanding.
Refinement – of the profession in training and adoption of new technologies, including acoustics and telecommunications, is vastly improving the efficiency of data collection and presentation.
Resurgence – in the need for water data due to climate change, environmental compliance, and social pressures.
Conference Theme details can be found at the Conference Home page
Abstract
An ‘Abstract’ of the proposed Paper should be provided to the Conference Convening Committee in order to determine suitability of content.
The Abstract should clearly demonstrate adherence to the theme, and should be no more than two pages in length (electronic Microsoft Word document preferred).
In order to provide an opportunity for the Convenors to categorise and group accepted papers for event planning, proposers should indicate whether their paper covers the overall theme or individual elements of the theme.
The underlying focus of all Papers presented at AHA Conferences is to target hydrographic principles, practices, technologies and standards, and proposers are encouraged to frame their papers within this context.
All abstracts can be emailed to conveners@aha.net.au for consideration prior to the date highlighted below, and should be in accordance with the Selection Criteria / Guidelines / Conditions.
‘Papers’ Timetable
Abstracts provided. 31st March
Abstracts considered and successful proposers notified. 14th April
Papers to be finalised. 31st July
Power Point presentations due. 31st August.
Selection Criteria / Guidelines / Conditions
· Abstract / Papers /Presentations accepted for inclusion in the Conference Program will be accepted in good faith for correctness, fairness, and in compliance with the guidelines and conditions set out below.
· The Abstract / Manuscript / Presentation will be relevant to the Theme as detailed above.
· International submissions will be considered for inclusion in the program where the information presented benefits the Conference Theme and objectives.
· Abstract acceptance may be offered, subject to change of content or focus at the request of the Conference Conveners following peer review of the submission.
· Abstracts / Papers / Presentations with an overt commercial bias will be rejected.
· Abstracts / Manuscripts / Presentations specifically related to a product(s) will not be accepted, as this will be deemed to be promotional material.
· Exclusion of promotional type presentations does not prevent passing mention of trade names, or brands within a Paper / Presentation.
· Paper / Presentations that contain comparison or comment about competing technologies / Trademarks / Brands must include the methodology and processes used to arrive at the conclusion or comment, and will be subject to critique by professional and industry peers for further assessment prior to possible acceptance.
· The Conference Conveners and the Committee of the Australian Hydrographers’ Association (AHA) reserve the right to vary, add or remove any of the guidelines and conditions listed in this advice. However such modifications will take into consideration the aims of the AHA, the spirit of the Conference and the professional benefit of the Conference, and Conference Delegates.
Further details regarding Paper and Presentation format will be provided upon acceptance of Abstract.