Guide for Abstract Submission

All students participating in the event—regardless of presentation type—must submit an abstract. Please read the following instructions carefully to ensure your submission is complete and approved on time.

1. Abstract Requirements

• Abstracts must be 200 words or less.

• Your abstract should clearly and concisely describe the work you will be presenting, including the main purpose, methods, results, or themes, depending on your discipline.

2. Submission Deadline

• Monday, March 2nd, 2026 at 11:59 PM
  Late submissions cannot be accepted, so please plan early.

3. How to Submit Your Abstract

• Visit the submission portal:
  https://astate.infoready4.com/#homePage

• Log in using your A-State student ID.

• Complete the application and copy/paste your abstract where instructed.

• Add all co-authors using the “Add Co-Author” feature within the application.

• Please ensure that all student collaborators and faculty mentor information is listed correctly (double check email addresses and spelling of names).

• Submit your application.

4. Faculty Mentor Review

• After you submit, your faculty mentor will receive an automated notification from InfoReady.

• Your mentor must review and approve your submission before it is officially accepted.

5. Selecting Presentation Format and Judging Category

• Students should carefully review available presentation formats and judging categories before submitting.

• Discuss options with your faculty mentor to determine the most appropriate format and category for your work.