42nd Biennial Convention (16 November - 20 November 2013)

Scientific Sessions

Abstracts of translational research, evidence-based clinical and service projects, and leadership initiatives that demonstrate a direct link to the Convention theme Give Back to Move Forward are invited.

In a diverse and changing world, the Honor Society of Nursing is striving to connect nursing scholarship and practice through the dissemination of research findings. Scientific Sessions will serve as a networking forum to bring together researchers, educators, administrators, clinicians and policy makers to address the global health of the world’s people. Through the presentation of research findings, nurses can further the scholarship and health care of the populations of the world.

Topics for Submission

  • Ethical Issues
  • Global Health
  • Outcomes Measurement
  • Public Policy
  • Transcultural Research

In all categories, we welcome submissions related to genetics/genomics.

Selection Criteria

Submissions will be rated on the following:
  • Is the theoretical base or philosophic frame of reference clearly stated or does it flow logically from the problem and purpose?
  • Is the purpose well-stated?
  • Are the design and methods appropriate?
  • Are the conclusions and implications relevant to nursing?

Abstract Requirements

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Oral/Poster Presentation

  • Abstract (300 words in length).

    Symposium (75 minutes)

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    For symposia submissions, please adhere to word limitations identified in symposium instructions.
    Individual abstracts must contain no more than 300 words.


    Technical assistance may be obtained by calling 401-334-0220 between 8:30 am-6 pm EDT, Monday-Friday.

    For more information, please email Machelle@stti.org