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Deadline for abstract submission - 30th June 2025, 23:59 GMT

We would like to invite PGI Researchers to submit an abstract (max. 300 words) for either a poster or oral presentation at the 9th Conference of the Postgraduate Institute for Measurement Science – taking place on 11-12 November 2025 at The University of Strathclyde. This is a great opportunity for Early Careers Scientists to improve your presentation skills and showcase your research to a wider audience, including industry partners, academics and NPL scientists.

Instructions for submitting an abstract:

  1. Eligibility: Note that you must be a PGI student to submit an abstract
  2. Select the talk format:
    • Poster (printed A1 format)
    • Oral presentation (7-minute-long format talk, followed by 3 min Q&A)
  3. Choose a Theme: Choose only one theme that best relates to your research, and tailor your abstract submission to clearly show how your research fits into that theme.
    • Theme 1: Crossing Research Boundaries

    • Theme 2: Supporting a Healthier Society

    • Theme 3: Building Trust in a Digital Future

  4. Email Abstract Submissions to pgi@npl.co.uk

  5. Final Checks – please ensure you have included the following information in your abstract submission.

    • Talk format (Poster or oral presentation)

    •  Chosen Theme

    • Attached Word document (max.300 words, excluding references)

    • One JPEG/PNG image (optional)

All abstracts received by the deadline will be evaluated by the conference committee and selected for one of the above formats. Please note that submissions may be moved to the most suitable theme. Results for talk allocation will be announced by Friday 15th August 2025.

If selected, you will be fully briefed prior to the conference and will receive free presentation skills training from Westbourne Training & Consulting. This is a fantastic opportunity to receive constructive feedback on your conference presentation, gain practical tips to help create impact and deliver your presentation with confidence.

We look forward to seeing you at the 9th Annual PGI Conference

Register for the PGI 9th Annual Conference