Submission Guidelines for Authors

The TIOC 2025 "World of Pediatric ophthalmology in Tbilisi" accepts submissions for Free Papers, Oral present, and Videos.

All abstracts must be submitted in English exclusively via email to tiocgeo@yahoo.com, Please include the word "Abstract" in the subject line of your email and attach the file containing your abstract.

AUTHORS

FIRST (PRESENTING) AUTHOR

• The first author will be the presenting author.
• The first (presenting) author is expected to register and pay the full registration fee, attend the Congress, and deliver the presentation.
• An accurate email address must be provided for the first (presenting) author. Abstract submission results and abstract-related correspondence will be sent exclusively to the first author via email.

 

CO-AUTHOR(S)

• A maximum of FIVE co-authors are allowed for each abstract.
• Provide full names and affiliations as they should appear in publications. Initials are only accepted for middle names, if applicable.

ABSTRACT TITLE

• The title must be concise, avoiding abbreviations.
• Use AMA Manual of Style for title formatting. Online title capitalization tools may be used as a quick reference.

ABSTRACT CONTENT

Abstract content (excluding title, authors, highest degrees, and institutions) should include the following headings:

1. PURPOSE
2. METHODS
3. RESULTS
4. CONCLUSIONS

• The abstract must not exceed 250 words.
• Graphs, tables, images, and references should NOT be included.
• Do not mention the names of affiliated institutes, academic institutions, hospitals, eye centers, or individuals involved in the study. Non-compliance will result in outright rejection.
• Define all abbreviations when first used by placing their full form in parentheses.

It is the author's responsibility to submit an abstract with correct spelling and grammar. The Selection Committee reserves the right to edit abstracts with significant spelling or grammatical mistakes.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

All successfully submitted abstracts will receive an approval notification via email. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within 2 days of submission, please contact the Congress Secretariat at tiocgeo@yahoo.com.

DEADLINES

• Authors are encouraged to submit their abstracts early to avoid system congestion or last-minute issues.
• Abstracts can be revised until September 1, 2025 (Monday). Only the latest version will be reviewed.
• Late submissions will NOT be accepted.

REVIEW PROCESS

• Submitted abstracts will undergo peer review by the Selection Committee.
• The review process is confidential, and the decision is final.

 

PRESENTATION FORMATS

• Format Requirement: Presentations should be prepared in PowerPoint format.

• Submission Method: Presentations must be sent via WeTransfer to tiocgeo@yahoo.com.

• Authors may be asked to change their presentation format as a condition for acceptance.

• The TIOC holds the copyright to all materials presented and may reproduce them in any form for distribution.

       

Free Papers & Videos

Free Papers:

• Select the appropriate category when submitting an abstract.
• Free paper presentations are oral presentations. Authors will present talks lasting 5–8 minutes at the Congress.

 

Videos:

• Video abstracts must be uploaded by August 8, 2025.
• Videos should not exceed 8 minutes and must be in MP4 format.
• Videos will be evaluated on their scientific merit, educational value, originality, quality, conciseness, audio-visual effects, and editing.
• Submission Method: Videos should be sent via WeTransfer to tiocgeo@yahoo.com.

 

Checklist

Before submission, ensure:

1. The study provides sufficient data leading to clear outcomes.
2. Names of affiliated institutes, institutions, hospitals, and individuals are omitted.
3. The abstract clearly states the Purpose, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
4. The study is conducted with proper methodology.
5. The abstract is proofread and/or edited by a native English speaker.
6. The word limit is adhered to.
7. Financial disclosures for all authors are included.