2020 Annual Optimal Aging Conference 

Conference Postponed to June 28-30th

After careful consideration and consultation, the UofL Trager Institute and Kentucky Association for Gerontology have decided to postpone the 2020 Optimal Aging Conference due to the concern of COVID-19 virus spread.
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Presentation Submission Information & FAQ

Please review the information below for specific submission instructions, important dates, conference tracts and other important presentation information for the 2020 Optimal Aging Conference. 

If you have questions, please contact us at [email protected] or (502) 588-4340, ext. 2.

1. When can I submit my presentation proposal for the 2020 Optimal Aging Conference?

The deadline to submit your proposal has been extended to January 6, 2020, at midnight. Please view the table below for a full listing of important conference dates.

Conference Dates:

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2. What are the types of presentations?

Two types of presentations will be accepted:

1. 90-Minute Workshop 
2. Poster Presentation

Click here to view full descriptions for each of the presentation types.

The Conference Review Committee reserves the right to place your presentation in the style it deems most appropriate. Please contact us if you have any specific questions or concerns on this: [email protected] or (502) 588-4340, ext. 2.

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3. What are the conference tracks?

• Inspire: This track is for presenters who wish to share their unique experience, story, or testimonial relating to the aging experience. This track provides a platform for individuals to share their personal stories.
  
  
• Innovate: This track is for presentations that put forth a new way of relating to the aging experience - while ideal for product and technology, all innovative ideas are welcome.  
  
  
• Impact: This track is for presentations that evaluate or propose legislation and policies that shape the aging experience. This track highlights advocacy efforts to improve the lives of people as they age. 
  
  
• Investigate: This track is for presentations that focus on new academic research and findings. This track is designed for academics, students, and learners.
  
  
• Integrate: This track is for presentations that focus on interdisciplinary practices, work, systems, or research. This track is oriented to highlight people working to de-silo the aging field. 

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The Optimal Aging Conference is open to everyone who has an interest in the field of aging. This conference is unique in its dedication to bringing together persons from not only many disciplines but also many professions and roles, including:

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5. Are non-academic, working professionals in the aging field able to submit a presentation proposal?

Yes! Professionals in the field are strongly encouraged to submit a proposal as this conference seeks to examine service delivery complexities and burdens through both academic and professional workforce perspectives.

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6. How do I log into the presentation proposal application?

There are two ways to log into the online application:

1. Existing Users (if you already have a username/password)

If you receive emails from the UofL Trager Institute or have attended previous Optimal Aging Conferences, you already have a username and password. Your username can be found in your most recent email from the Trager Institute. Please fill in the information as prompted on the Login page.

If you cannot remember your password or username, please click on the help links provided below the existing users login section, shown below. If you need assistance, please email us or call us at (502) 588-4340, ext. 2.

2. New Users (if you DO NOT already have a username/password)

If you do not have a username/password for the website, please enter your email in the "New Users" section of the login page and click "Register."

University of Louisville faculty & staff: please note, your username/password for the Institute's website are not connected to your UofL ID/password.

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7. Can I save my presentation proposal online and come back to it later?

No! Once you start the presentation proposal application online, you will not be able to come back later and edit. Please have all the resumes/CVs for your self and co-presenters as well as your three objectives, 250-word description, and 50-word summary before beginning the application. You will not be able to access the application after you submit.

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8. What are the sections of the online application?

There are two main sections of the online application: 1) presenter(s) information and 2) presentation information. Before you log into the online application, please review the Presentation Proposal Instructions. This document outlines all questions you will find in the online application. 

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9. How do I submit a presentation proposal with co-presenters?

The Conference Review Committee assumes that the primary presenter is the individual who is submitting the application. There is space available for five (5) co-presenters in addition to the primary author whose name is associated with the application. All presenters, including co-presenters, are required to register for the conference to confirm their presentation.

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10. Do I need a CV, Resume or Bio?

Yes, you will need to provide an updated CV, resume, or bio for yourself and all co-presenters when you submit your presentation proposal. If you or any of your co-presenters do not have either a CV or a resume, please complete the Presenter Bio Template and upload as prompted in the on-line application. You will need to provide these documents when you submit your proposal.

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11. Is there a fee for submitting a presentation proposal?

No, there is not a fee for submitting a proposal. Presenters are required to register for the conference. Please see questions 12 & 13 for more detail.

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12. What are the registration requirements for presenters?

All presenters, including individuals who submit the proposal form and any co-presenters, are required to pay for conference registration to present and attend the conference. Submission of a presentation proposal does not qualify as conference registration. Pricing varies per presenter based on applicable conference registration categories (see question 14). Please contact us at [email protected] or (502) 588-4340 with any questions.

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13. How much does the 2020 Optimal Aging Conference cost to attend & present? 

Conference Registration Fees:

Ready to Submit? Begin your presentation proposal application now!

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