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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology (ESMRMB) is introducing ''project abstracts'' as a new abstract submission format. This format is designed to foster collaboration, open dialogue, and transparency in research. Project abstracts present new research ideas, inviting community feedback and collaboration to shape impactful, collaborative projects. | The European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology (ESMRMB) is introducing ''project abstracts'' as a new abstract submission format. This format is designed to '''foster collaboration, open dialogue, and transparency''' in research. Project abstracts present new research ideas, '''inviting community feedback and collaboration''' to shape impactful, collaborative projects. | ||
== What is a Project Abstract? == | == What is a Project Abstract? == | ||
A project abstract is a | A project abstract is a description of a ''new research initiative or ongoing research project, inviting the MRI community to provide input or join a collaboration''. They are particularly valuable for launching interdisciplinary projects, building research networks, and gaining valuable input from experts — regardless of whether data collection has begun. Project abstracts are suited for research and development in the broadest sense, but should '''always''' '''include a clear need for help, feedback and collaboration'''. | ||
== Suitable Abstract Categories == | == Suitable Abstract Categories == | ||
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=== Tool & Method Development === | === Tool & Method Development === | ||
# Research tools, software, or pipelines in development | # Research tools, software, or pipelines in development | ||
# Platforms or methodologies that could benefit from broader adoption or testing | # Platforms or methodologies that could benefit from broader adoption or testing | ||
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=== Scientific Research === | === Scientific Research === | ||
# Early-stage ideas or hypotheses that require input to shape a methodological plan | # Early-stage ideas or hypotheses that require input to shape a methodological plan | ||
# Ongoing studies seeking collaborators for data collection, analysis, or interpretation | # Ongoing studies seeking collaborators for data collection, analysis, or interpretation | ||
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=== Open Science & Science Communication === | === Open Science & Science Communication === | ||
# Initiatives that enhance reproducibility, accessibility, or community engagement | # Initiatives that enhance reproducibility, accessibility, or community engagement | ||
# Citizen science projects or public outreach efforts | # Citizen science projects or public outreach efforts | ||
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All project abstracts must include: | All project abstracts must include: | ||
=== 1. Introduction and motivation === | === 1. Introduction === | ||
==== 1.1. Background and motivation ==== | |||
* Background and rationale | * Background and rationale | ||
* Clear gap in knowledge being addressed | * Clear gap in knowledge being addressed | ||
* Relevance to clinical practice, technological advancement or scientific community | * Relevance to clinical practice, technological advancement or scientific community | ||
=== 2. Objectives === | ==== 1.2. Objectives and Hypothesis ==== | ||
* Explicit objective(s) | * Explicit objective(s) | ||
* Hypotheses of the study (if applicable) | |||
=== | === 2. Methodology === | ||
Can include, but is not limited to: | Can include, but is not limited to: | ||
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* For literature reviews: research question or topic, inclusion/exclusion criteria, databases to be searched, and planned methods for evidence synthesis (e.g., PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews). | * For literature reviews: research question or topic, inclusion/exclusion criteria, databases to be searched, and planned methods for evidence synthesis (e.g., PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews). | ||
=== | === 3. Current Status and Preliminary Results === | ||
''Clearly state the status of the project (conceptual, ongoing) and possible funding information.'' | ''Clearly state the status of the project (conceptual, ongoing) and possible funding information.'' | ||
=== | === 4. Plan and Outlook === | ||
For Project Abstracts, this section '''needs to contain a clear and descriptive call for feedback or collaboration'''. | |||
''Describe your own input and expertise for this project, and the type of input, expertise, or partnership you're seeking from the community.'' | |||
'' | === 5. References === | ||
''Not added to the character count'' | |||
== Evaluation Criteria == | == Evaluation Criteria == | ||
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# Soundness of proposed methodology | # Soundness of proposed methodology | ||
# Potential for impact and relevance for the MRI community | # Potential for impact and relevance for the MRI community | ||
# | # Clear call for help, feedback and collaboration. Abstracts without such a call will be rejected. | ||
== Important Notes == | == Important Notes == | ||
* Project abstracts are intended to be structured and purposeful proposals that outline a research initiative, tool, or outreach concept in development and, in need of community engagement. The project proposer should remain the driving force behind the initiative. | * Project abstracts are intended to be structured and purposeful proposals that outline a research initiative, tool, or outreach concept in development and, in need of community engagement. The project proposer should remain the driving force behind the initiative. | ||
* Projects can be at any stage — from early conceptual ideas to ongoing work seeking feedback, collaboration, or planning for next steps. Even completed projects, where data acquisition and analysis are finished but support is needed for discussion, follow-up studies, or dissemination, are welcome. | * Projects can be at any stage — from early conceptual ideas to ongoing work seeking feedback, collaboration, or planning for next steps. Even completed projects, where data acquisition and analysis are finished but support is needed for discussion, follow-up studies, or dissemination, are welcome. | ||
* A clear description of the project’s current status and the type of input or collaboration needed is essential. | * A clear description of the project’s current status and the type of input or collaboration needed is essential. | ||
* Unlike other abstract categories, project abstracts are open to all types of work, including: research and development, open science and community-oriented initiatives, tool and infrastructure development, science communication and outreach, (systematic) reviews, and creation of educational materials. | * Unlike other abstract categories, project abstracts are open to all types of work, including: research and development, open science and community-oriented initiatives, tool and infrastructure development, science communication and outreach, (systematic) reviews, and creation of educational materials. | ||
* | * Selected project abstracts will be presented during a lightning talk session. All accepted Project Abstracts will be presented as posters following the lightning talks. The abstract presentation is intended to foster discussion, stimulate collaboration, and build momentum for the next phase of the project. We welcome the authors to include contact information on their posters to invite feedback and collaboration proposals. | ||
* There is no requirement to submit final results, but authors are encouraged to update the community on project progress in future meetings. Authors are also expected to uphold a high level of scientific integrity, ensuring that collaborators are properly acknowledged based on their contributions. We additionally encourage acknowledging the role of the ESMRMB community in supporting the project where appropriate. | * There is no requirement to submit final results, but authors are encouraged to update the community on project progress in future meetings. Authors are also expected to uphold a high level of scientific integrity, ensuring that collaborators are properly acknowledged based on their contributions. We additionally encourage acknowledging the role of the ESMRMB community in supporting the project where appropriate. | ||
== Submission Format == | == Submission Format == | ||
Abstracts should be submitted in structured format following the sections outlined above, with a maximum length of 5000 characters (excluding references). Up to two figures may be included showing preliminary data or methodological approach. | Abstracts should be submitted in structured format following the sections outlined above, with a maximum length of 5000 characters (excluding references). '''Up to two figures''' may be included showing preliminary data or methodological approach. | ||
== Examples == | |||
* Example for a [[Method Development PA Example|Project Abstract on Method Development]] | |||
* Example for a [[Scientific Research PA Example|Project Abstract on Scientific Research]] | |||
* Example for a [[Educational PA Example|Project Abstract on Educational Materials]] | |||
Latest revision as of 11:15, 3 July 2026
Guidelines for Project Abstract Submissions
Overview
The European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology (ESMRMB) is introducing project abstracts as a new abstract submission format. This format is designed to foster collaboration, open dialogue, and transparency in research. Project abstracts present new research ideas, inviting community feedback and collaboration to shape impactful, collaborative projects.
What is a Project Abstract?
A project abstract is a description of a new research initiative or ongoing research project, inviting the MRI community to provide input or join a collaboration. They are particularly valuable for launching interdisciplinary projects, building research networks, and gaining valuable input from experts — regardless of whether data collection has begun. Project abstracts are suited for research and development in the broadest sense, but should always include a clear need for help, feedback and collaboration.
Suitable Abstract Categories
Project abstracts are designed to promote early collaboration and open dialogue around ongoing or planned research initiatives. They are ideal for any stage of any type of project that would benefit from community input, collaboration, or feedback. Submissions are welcome from across the entire spectrum of research and development, including:
Tool & Method Development
- Research tools, software, or pipelines in development
- Platforms or methodologies that could benefit from broader adoption or testing
- Projects needing collaborators for technical validation or cross-site comparison
Scientific Research
- Early-stage ideas or hypotheses that require input to shape a methodological plan
- Ongoing studies seeking collaborators for data collection, analysis, or interpretation
- Completed studies that need support with discussion, dissemination, or follow-up project design
Open Science & Science Communication
- Initiatives that enhance reproducibility, accessibility, or community engagement
- Citizen science projects or public outreach efforts
- Projects aiming to build educational tools, datasets, or community resources
Educational Materials & Literature Reviews
- Development of educational resources, training modules, or online learning platforms
- (Systematic) literature reviews, meta-analyses, or evidence mapping projects
- Initiatives to support knowledge dissemination or capacity building within the community
Required Components
All project abstracts must include:
1. Introduction
1.1. Background and motivation
- Background and rationale
- Clear gap in knowledge being addressed
- Relevance to clinical practice, technological advancement or scientific community
1.2. Objectives and Hypothesis
- Explicit objective(s)
- Hypotheses of the study (if applicable)
2. Methodology
Can include, but is not limited to:
- For scientific research: proposal of study setup, population, data acquisition, data analysis and statistical analysis
- For tool or software development: description of the tool/functionality, technical approach or framework, planned development steps, intended users, and plans for testing or validation.
- For open science initiatives: goals related to accessibility, reproducibility, or transparency; planned activities (e.g., repository creation, standardization efforts); and proposed community engagement.
- For science communication or outreach projects: target audience, communication medium, planned content or format, dissemination strategy, and (if applicable) evaluation or feedback approach.
- For educational materials: target audience, format, key topics or skills to be covered, and methods of development.
- For literature reviews: research question or topic, inclusion/exclusion criteria, databases to be searched, and planned methods for evidence synthesis (e.g., PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews).
3. Current Status and Preliminary Results
Clearly state the status of the project (conceptual, ongoing) and possible funding information.
4. Plan and Outlook
For Project Abstracts, this section needs to contain a clear and descriptive call for feedback or collaboration. Describe your own input and expertise for this project, and the type of input, expertise, or partnership you're seeking from the community.
5. References
Not added to the character count
Evaluation Criteria
All submitted project abstracts will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Clarity of the project and objectives
- Soundness of proposed methodology
- Potential for impact and relevance for the MRI community
- Clear call for help, feedback and collaboration. Abstracts without such a call will be rejected.
Important Notes
- Project abstracts are intended to be structured and purposeful proposals that outline a research initiative, tool, or outreach concept in development and, in need of community engagement. The project proposer should remain the driving force behind the initiative.
- Projects can be at any stage — from early conceptual ideas to ongoing work seeking feedback, collaboration, or planning for next steps. Even completed projects, where data acquisition and analysis are finished but support is needed for discussion, follow-up studies, or dissemination, are welcome.
- A clear description of the project’s current status and the type of input or collaboration needed is essential.
- Unlike other abstract categories, project abstracts are open to all types of work, including: research and development, open science and community-oriented initiatives, tool and infrastructure development, science communication and outreach, (systematic) reviews, and creation of educational materials.
- Selected project abstracts will be presented during a lightning talk session. All accepted Project Abstracts will be presented as posters following the lightning talks. The abstract presentation is intended to foster discussion, stimulate collaboration, and build momentum for the next phase of the project. We welcome the authors to include contact information on their posters to invite feedback and collaboration proposals.
- There is no requirement to submit final results, but authors are encouraged to update the community on project progress in future meetings. Authors are also expected to uphold a high level of scientific integrity, ensuring that collaborators are properly acknowledged based on their contributions. We additionally encourage acknowledging the role of the ESMRMB community in supporting the project where appropriate.
Submission Format
Abstracts should be submitted in structured format following the sections outlined above, with a maximum length of 5000 characters (excluding references). Up to two figures may be included showing preliminary data or methodological approach.
Examples
- Example for a Project Abstract on Method Development
- Example for a Project Abstract on Scientific Research
- Example for a Project Abstract on Educational Materials