Abstract Submission Guidelines – (SGIBC 2026)
1. Abstract Length
Maximum 300 words (excluding title, keywords, and affiliations).
2. Format
- Language: English
- Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, single spacing
- Title: Bold, font size 14, centered
- Author(s): Full name(s), affiliation(s), email
3. Structure
- Title (concise and informative)
- Author(s) & Affiliation(s)
- Abstract Body (background, objectives, methodology, key findings, significance)
- Keywords: 3–5 keywords
4. Submission Process
Submit as a Word document and PDF
File name: FirstAuthor_SGIBC2026_Abstract.docx
Email: sgibc2026@gmail.com
Deadline: 15th October 2025
5. Review Process
All abstracts will be peer-reviewed by the Conference Committee.
Notification of acceptance: 25th October 2025.
PowerPoint Presentation Guidelines – (SGIBC 2026)
Special Note
Presentation Mode: Online (via Zoom/Conference Platform)
1. General Instructions
- Language: English
- Format: Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt/.pptx)
- File Name: FirstAuthor-SGIBC2026-PPT.pptx
- Submission: Email to sgibc2026@gmail.com by 15th January 2026
- Presentation Mode: Online
2. Slide Design
- Font: Times New Roman or Calibri
- Font Size: Min 24 pt for text, 32 pt for titles
- Background: Simple, professional, high-contrast
- Colors: Use clear contrasts (avoid neon shades)
- Animations/Transitions: Keep minimal and professional
3. Structure of the Presentation
- Title Slide – Paper title, author(s), affiliation(s), contact email
- Introduction – Background & objectives
- Literature Review / Framework (if relevant)
- Methodology – research design, data collection, tools
- Findings / Discussion – tables, charts, graphs
- Conclusion & Implications
- Acknowledgments (optional)
- References (APA 7th style, key sources only)
- Thank You / Q&A
4. Time Allocation
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- 12 minutes presentation
- 3 minutes Q&A
5. Visuals & Figures
- Use high-resolution images and graphs
- Label all charts/tables clearly
- Avoid long paragraphs—use bullet points (max 5–6 per slide)
Full Paper Submission Guidelines – (SGIBC 2026)
1. Paper Length
4,000 – 6,000 words (including references, tables, and figures).2. Format
- Language: English
- File type: Word document (.doc/.docx)
- Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing
- Margins: 1 inch on all sides
- Alignment: Justified
3. Structure
- Title Page: Paper title, author(s), affiliation(s), and contact email
- Abstract (max 250 words) + 3–5 keywords
- Introduction
- Literature Review / Theoretical Framework
- Methodology
- Findings / Discussion
- Conclusion & Implications
- References (APA 7th Edition style)
- Appendices (if applicable)
4. Tables and Figures
Must be numbered, titled, and referenced in the text.
Place as close as possible to where they are first cited.
5. Submission Process
Submit as a Word document and PDF
File name: FirstAuthor_SGIBC2026_FullPaper.docx
Email: sgibc2026@gmail.com
Deadline: 10th December 2025
6. Review & Presentation
All full papers will undergo peer-review.
Accepted papers must be presented on 24th January 2026.