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RGS – IBG Postgraduate Forum Mid-Term Conference 2009 Hosted by the University of Plymouth’s School of Geography Saturday, March 7th 2009 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS The RGS-IBG Postgraduate Forum Mid-Term Conference provides a relaxed, supportive, yet academically relevant atmosphere for postgraduate geographers from all aspects of the discipline, to present their research and discuss ideas. The conference will also provide an ideal opportunity to meet and socialize with other postgraduates. Website - http://www.geog.plymouth.ac.uk/rgspostgradconf09 Contributions We welcome papers and posters from students at any stage in their research. The guidelines for submissions are as follows: Papers – Paper Presentations should be 10 minutes in length, with five minutes allocated for questions afterwards. PowerPoint facilities will be provided. Overhead projectors and facilities for sound can be arranged on request. Posters - Posters should be A0, A1 or A2 size. Posters will be mounted on display boards for display throughout the day. A 30 minute slot will be allocated for delegates to discuss posters with presenters. Abstracts of 200 words can be submitted to: Sally - [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or Lauren - [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>. Please include your name and contact details. Abstract dead-lines - Abstracts will be accepted up to and including Friday 30th January 2009. Conference Fees - The delegate fee is £20, payable in advance. See website for booking form. This includes: tea and coffee on arrival, morning break refreshments, lunch, afternoon tea, and post-conference drinks. Conference Meal We will also be hosting the first official conference meal at the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club. The optional meal is heavily subsidised and will only cost £10 per person, including dinner and entertainment (there will be a live band). Partners are welcome if notice is given in advance. For more information on the conference or accommodation please see the website. Or for general enquiries please email Sally on [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>