2023 HMNS Postgraduate Student Conference presented by Vald Performance
The annual postgraduate student conference has a rich history in providing up and coming researchers with an opportunity to present their current findings.
We welcome all students from all universities enrolled in postgraduate studies in the field of human movements and nutrition sciences to attend and collaborate with fellow researchers in your respective discipline.
We look forward to seeing you all at the 2023 UQ HMNS Postgraduate Conference - Moving Along to be held on Friday 3 November at UQ St Lucia campus.
2023 HMNS Postgraduate Student Conference presented by Vald Performance
Venue
Details
Organised annually by the Postgraduate Student Committee, the conference aims to promote greater relationships, integration and collaboration between the diverse disciplines within the field of human movement studies and nutrition sciences.
This conference strives to provide postgraduate students in the field of human movement studies and nutrition sciences with a high-quality conference in which students are afforded the opportunity to practice presenting in front of a large, supportive and interdisciplinary community, which gives constructive feedback. This conference therefore provides an invaluable opportunity for all postgraduate students to practice and extend their presentation skills (regardless of their progress within their research), while fostering and forming friendships with postgraduate studentQuick intro presentation*s from The University of Queensland and other universities within Australia.
Research Areas
Adapted physical activity
Sports medicine
Biomechanics
Exercise physiology
Sport and exercise science
Pedagogy
Sport and exercise history, society and culture
Sport and exercise psychology
Physiotherapy
Motor control
Ergonomics
Physical activity and health promotion
Sport coaching
Public health nutrition
Clinical nutrition
Dietetic workforce
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health
Benefits of attending
Experience presenting your research in front of like-minded students in a relaxed environment
Ideal practice/preparation for upcoming conferences or presentations/seminars require for your RHD (e.g. confirmation milestone)
Developing ideas and knowledge in your research area by interacting with other students and staff
Learn about current research in areas outside your expertise
Network with Human Movement Studies students and staff from other universities
UQ HMNS students who present are then eligible to apply for School research travel funding.
Presentations
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS - Close 5pm Friday 13th October
Student Keynote Presentations*
Time length: 10 minutes and 5 minutes Q&A
Presentation slides: Powerpoint (.pptx)
Storage devices: Portable USB drives
If video and/or sound is included in your presentation, please make sure these files are also copied along with the presentation file to the storage device that you bring to the conference. This is to avoid any issues concerning internet connection.
*Please indicate if you want to be considered for a keynote presentation.
Speed Oral Presentations
Time length: 5 minutes and 2 minutes Q&A
Presentation slides: Powerpoint (.pptx)
Quick intro presentation*
Time length: 2 minutes
Presentation slides: PowerPoint (.pptx)
*No abstract necessary, indicate expression of interest. Ideally for students new to the school.
Abstracts (oral presentations only)
Format: 12 point, normal, Times New Roman, single line spacing, left align, English (AUS/UK), Word (.docx) format
Word limit: 250 words maximum
Author information: A short author bio of max. 80 words.
Submission: Email your abstract and author bio to Paige (p.treherne@uq.edu.au), and/or Doortje (d.hoerst@uq.edu.au). *Please include 'PGC Abstract' in the subject line.
No references, tables or figures should be included within the Abstract. Those abstracts that do not conform to the above conditions will be sent back to the author and asked to be edited to match these conditions.
Sponsors
Each year, the Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences Postgraduate Student Conference relies on the generous support of its sponsors to provide students with a platform to develop their research and professional skills. There are several sponsorship packages available. Information for sponsors is available here.
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Registration
Registration is open from Tuesday 29th August to Thursday 26th October.
Conference details
Friday 3 November: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Aung San Suu Kyi Conference Centre, Innes Room 1&2, UQ St Lucia
Getting there
The event will be held at UQ St Lucia, Aung San Suu Kyi Conference Centre, Innes Room 1&2 on Friday 3 November.
View on UQ Maps - Enter Innes Room or building 21C in search.
View a PDF map of the St Lucia campus.
Transport
We encourage all attendees to utilise public transport when travelling to the conference. Translink can advise suitable times when travelling by bus, train, or ferry.
Social events
- Dance workshop facilitated by Bring A Plate Dance during the afternoon tea break.
- Networking at St Lucy’s following the final afternoon session.