Abstracts are invited for 20-minute papers and for posters in the general sessions. They should be uploaded via Easychair at https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ala2016

Categories of submission

1. Oral presentation (single or multiple authors; 20 minutes plus 8 minutes discussion)

2. Poster

Abstract specifications

Abstracts must be submitted at https://www.easychair.org/conferences/?conf=ala2016 and may not exceed 300 words (excluding optional references). Authors may submit a maximum of two abstracts if at least one of these is co-authored. The abstracts will be reviewed anonymously and notification of acceptance will be sent at the beginning of 2016. General registration will open in December 2015.

The language of the conference is predominantly English, but contributions in other languages will also be considered. In such cases, PowerPoints or other visual materials should be in English or bilingual. Please choose the language which best suits your needs as well as those of the audience. All abstracts must be submitted in English, even if this will not be the language of the presentation. The title should be provided in the original language with an English translation in brackets, if applicable.

Reviewing process

Each abstract will be reviewed anonymously by at least three peers.

Important dates

• Deadline for receipt of abstracts: November 30, 2015 (papers/posters)

• Notification of acceptance for abstracts: February 1, 2016 (papers/posters)