Author Guidelines
IMPORTANT NOTES
EXTENDED ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
- Abstracts must include:
- Paper title
- Author name(s) and affiliation(s)
- Keywords: 5–10, listed alphabetically
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FULL PAPER SUBMISSION
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- Minimum length: 8 pages (including tables, figures, and references)
- Format: 1.5 line spacing, 12 pt Times New Roman
- Additional pages (over 8): USD 25 per page
- More than two authors: USD 50 for each additional author
1. PAPER STRUCTURE
Papers must follow this sequence:
- Introduction – Background, relevance, and purpose
- Body – Main findings, arguments, and validation
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgements (if applicable)
- References – APA style (6th edition recommended)
- Appendices (if applicable)
2. FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS
- Paper size: A4 (21 x 29.7 cm)
- Margins: As set in the official template
- Layout: Single column format (192 mm × 262 mm)
- Do not number the pages
3. TITLE PAGE MUST INCLUDE:
- Title (sentence case)
- Authors' full names and affiliations (with superscript linkage)
- Abstract (max. 250 words)
- Keywords (5–10, alphabetical order)
4. TABLES, FIGURES & EQUATIONS
- Tables: Numbered (Table 1, 2…), with headings above, left-aligned. Use only horizontal lines.
- Figures: Numbered (Figure 1, 2…). High-quality and embedded within the text.
- Equations: Use MathType. Number equations in parentheses aligned to the right.
Follow the Templet
5. APA REFERENCING (6TH EDITION)
- Font size: 11 pt, Line spacing: single
- Use hanging indent (1 cm), sorted alphabetically
- See examples for formatting journal articles, books, theses, and conference papers
6. FOOTNOTES
Avoid footnotes. If necessary, use superscript letters and place them at the bottom of the same page in 8 pt font, separated from the main text by a line.
7. PRESENTATION GUIDELINES
🗣️ Oral & Visual Presentations
- Abstract-based presentations: 10–12 minutes including Q&A
- Full paper presentations: 15–20 minutes including Q&A
- Bring your slides on a USB/flash drive
- Presentation rooms are equipped with LCD projectors
- Zoom presentations available for online participants
🧠 3-MINUTE PROPOSAL PRESENTATION (3MPP)
- Follow the 3/3/3 Rule:
- No more than 3 words per line
- 3 lines per slide
- No more than 3 text-heavy slides in a row
- Bring slides on USB
- All visual presentations conducted via Zoom
📌 POSTER PRESENTATIONS
- Max size: 36 inches (W) × 48 inches (H)
- Posters must be displayed before the opening ceremony
- Presenters are encouraged to stand by posters during breaks
- Posters will be displayed in conference rooms and foyer.
- E-posters must be submitted at least one week prior for feedback
- All posters will be featured on the official GATR/GCBSS Facebook and YouTube channels for visibility and voting
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
All papers must be original and not under consideration for any other conference or publication.
Submissions must be in Word (.docx) format only, either extended abstract or full paper.

