Call for
Abstracts
The organising committee is calling for abstract submissions. To present your talk/research presentation at the conference, your abstract must first pass a review.
Upon payment of registration fees, your attendance at the conference will be confirmed.
Symposium Dates: 3- 5 November, 2019
Venue: GN Mulranny Park Hotel, Mulranny, Mayo
Deadline for submission: 16th August 2019
HOW TO SUBMIT:
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Submit your abstract (maximum 250 words), stating presentation format (Oral or Poster) by email to mayodarksky@gmail.com
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Email subject line: European Symposium 2019 - Call for Papers
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The deadline for submissions is 16 August. We encourage early submission, as slots are limited between themes.
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The planned time for presentation slots is approximately 20 minutes, depending upon the number of submissions received and approved.
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An overhead projector and computer will be provided and speakers should provide an electronic copy of their presentation ahead of the symposium start.
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Abstracts will undergo a panel review with a decision on acceptance provided by mid-September.
THEMES
Suggested themes for the symposium are listed below. However,
the submission of topics for consideration across a variety of perspectives is welcome.
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A European View on Light Pollution
[challenges / opportunities / current status]
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Action on Light Pollution
[Policy / Legislation / Best practices models in Europe]
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Dark Sky Places in Europe
[IDA applications/ Programme Management / Measuring & Monitoring / Funding]
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Lighting in Society
[Planning / Model lighting solutions / Social environments / Crime / Roads ]
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Light pollution strands
[Biodiversity / Ecology / Health & Wellbeing / Dark Sky Heritage / Cultural aspects]
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Dark skies in sustainable development themes
[Education / Climate Actions / Eco-tourism / Communities & Partnerships]
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Networking in Europe
[IDA Collaboration / NGO structures / Future Needs & Goals]
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