Abstracts
The abstract submission system is closed. Acceptance deadline is December 13, 2024.
Important Dates
(5:00 pm PT) | Abstract Submission Deadline Abstracts will not be accepted after the deadline |
(5:00 pm PT) | CRA Foundation Education Bursary Abstract Deadline This deadline applies only to MOH PGY 4 and 5 rheumatology residents (who are CRA members and qualify for the bursary). |
| Acceptance or Rejection Notifications The podium presentation date and time will be included in the acceptance notification for all podium presenters | |
| Abstract Acceptance Deadline All abstracts must be accepted and the presenting author (author or co-author) must be selected. | |
| January 6, 2025 | Poster Presentation Upload Link A poster presentation upload link will be emailed to all Presenting Authors from no-reply@pheedloop.com. |
| January 31, 2025 | Poster Presentation Upload Deadline All posters must be uploaded. |
| February 5, 2025 | Poster Session Notifications Special requests must be made before the Poster Session Notification deadline. |
| February 5, 2025 | Poster, Podium, and Poster Tours Lists Moderators, presenting authors, session dates, times, and poster numbers will be posted below under the session name. |
| February 28, 2025 | Abstract Award Notifications The top 5 abstracts for each award are adjudicated at the Annual Scientific Meeting and awards are presented at the Gala Dinner. Award winners will be notified via email on Friday afternoon. |
Abstract Sessions
Abstracts are accepted for Podium, Abstract Workshop, Poster Tour and Poster Session. The list of abstracts being presented in each session will be posted under the session name on February 5, 2025.
Podium Sessions
There will be two podium sessions on the following days:
- Podium Session A: Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM MT
- Podium Session B: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM MT
Abstract Workshops (New)
We are excited to introduce new Abstract Workshops! The Abstract Workshops will feature top abstracts and allow you to engage directly with cutting-edge research and participate in lively discussions with leading experts. To secure your spot, be sure to register for Abstract Workshops during registration:
- Workshop 1D: Insights Related to the Factors that Promote Systemic Autoimmune Rheumatic Diseases and Novel Biomarkers Associated with Them
- Workshop 2G: Unmet Needs in Pediatric Rheumatology: An Update
- Workshop 3E: Recent Developments in the Prognosis of Inflammatory Arthritis
Poster Tours
There will be two poster tour sessions with 4 concurrent poster tours.
- Poster Tours 1-4: Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM MT
- Poster Tours 5-8: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM MT
Poster Sessions
There will be two poster sessions on the following days:
- Poster Session A: Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM MT
- Poster Session B: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 1:45 PM – 3:15 PM MT
Please note the following:
- Poster presenters will only have the option to present in person.
- Your poster will be identified by the Poster # at the poster session.
- Please do not print the Poster # on your poster. All the poster boards will be numbered.
- Posters can be installed starting at 8:00 AM MT and must be removed after the poster session. The poster hall will be locked at 7:00 PM MT.
- The maximum poster size is 4′ high x 8′ wide. Please ensure that it is a one-piece poster presentation or that you bring fasteners for a multi-page presentation (6 Velcro dots will be provided for each poster board).
- All Poster Presenters must upload a PDF of their poster by January 31, 2025 (recordings are no longer required). A Poster Presentation Upload link will be sent to all Presenting Authors on January 6, 2025.
- Poster presenters will be required to stand by their poster for the first hour of the poster session to answer any questions or discuss the content of the poster. Abstracts that are being considered for awards will be adjudicated during the first hour of the poster session. You are invited to spend the last 30 minutes visiting other posters.
- All poster presenters must attend the poster session for the abstracts to be printed in The Journal of Rheumatology.
- Only authors listed on the abstract may present posters at the meeting otherwise abstract must be withdrawn.
- All presenting authors must be registered for the conference.
CRA Abstract Awards
The Abstract Awards have been established to recognize exceptional research presented at the podium or poster sessions and to encourage the participation of young faculty and trainees at the CRA ASM. The First Author must be eligible for the award and must apply for the award during the abstract submission process. Applicants that do not apply will not be considered for an award.
The First Author must be the Presenting Author for all trainee awards to be eligible for adjudication at the CRA ASM. The top 5 abstracts for each award are adjudicated during their designated session and awards will be presented during the Gala Dinner. Award winners will be notified via email on Friday afternoon. Case reports will not be considered for awards. Click here for more information on the following awards:
- Best Abstract on Basic Science Research by a Trainee Award
- Best Abstract on Clinical or Epidemiology Research by a Trainee – Phil Rosen Award
- NEW: Best Abstract on Equity Diversity and Inclusion in Rheumatology
- Best Abstract by a Medical Student Award
- Best Abstract on Pediatric Research by Young Faculty Award
- Best Abstract by a Post-Graduate Research Trainee Award
- Best Abstract on Quality Care Initiatives in Rheumatology Award
- Best Abstract on Research by Young Faculty Award
- Best Abstract by a Rheumatology Resident Award
- Best Abstract by a Rheumatology Post-Graduate Research Trainee Award
- Best Abstract on SLE Research by a Trainee – Ian Watson Award
- Best Abstract on Spondyloarthritis Research Award
- Best Abstract by an Undergraduate Student Award
AHPA Abstract Awards
The AHPA offers three abstract awards. Award winners will be announced at the AHPA Annual General Meeting. Click here for more information on the following awards:
- Carolyn Thomas Award – first author of the best scientific abstract
- Barbara Hanes Memorial Award – best abstract submitted by an Occupational Therapist as first author.
- Best Trainee Abstract – best abstract submitted by a trainee as first author.
- ACPAC SIG Abstract Award – best abstract submitted by an Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care (ACPAC) SIG member