Call for abstracts
Call for abstracts
Abstract submissions are now closed
Presentations will be conducted in-person. Please note, Critical Minerals 2023 will not be streamed live online; however, all presentations will be recorded for viewing post-conference.
Submissions will be subject to peer review, then accepted or declined by the Conference Organising Committee. The selection criteria includes: relevance to the conference theme, accuracy and originality of ideas, significance of the contribution and quality of presentation.
Accepted abstract authors are then able to submit an extended abstract or full paper, with revisions provided by peer review and the Conference Organising Committee. Extended abstracts or full papers are not a requirement.
All accepted abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings and presented during the technical sessions. All presenting authors are required to register, pay and attend the conference.
Presenting at an AusIMM conference boosts your professional profile within the industry, highlights your organisation’s achievements, brings awareness to researchers, policy makers and peers of your innovations and progress, and provides opportunities to collaborate for the good of the industry.
Conference themes
1. International Strategy and Demand Drivers
The global landscape and key drivers for Critical Minerals demand
2. Mineral Economics and the Supply Chain
Strategic sourcing and the complex economic overlay of multi-industry supply
3. Key Investment Drivers, Role of Government
Key Investment Drivers, Role of Government
4. Circularity and ESG Considerations
A just transition, ethical sourcing and provenance, and global frameworks
5. Discovery and Development
Finding, defining, and developing resources to meet projected demand
6. Processing and Manufacture
7. Recycling and Waste Utilisation
Making the most of the materials we have, production scrap through to end-of-life materials
8. Showcasing New Technologies
Out of the box thinking for the sustainable supply of Critical Minerals
Author resources
AusIMM Guide to Authors
Abstract template
Paper template
Abstract Submission FAQs
Where do I submit my abstract?
Submit your abstract via the Abstract Submission Portal. Instructions on how to submit your abstract can be found on the home page of the portal.
Do I need to use a template?
Yes – you will need to format your abstract using the abstract template. This can be found within the Abstract Submission Portal.
How long does the abstract review process take?
The abstract review process begins after the abstract submission deadline has passed. It usually takes around four weeks for the organising committee to review all submitted abstracts and reach a decision. This may take longer if the number of abstracts submitted exceeds expectations.
How will I know if my abstract has been accepted?
We will contact you via email regardless of the outcome.
I need to update my abstract. How do I do this?
Once you have submitted your abstract, you can update or change this at any time prior to the abstract closing date through the Abstract Submission Portal. Post the abstract closing date, please contact conference@ausimm.com
I have missed the deadline. Can I still submit my abstract?
Email us at conference@ausimm.com to see if an extension is possible.