Guideline for Abstract Submission National Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Conference


Theme:
Malaysian HTA at 30: A Legacy of Evidence, A Commitment to Progress, A Vision for the Future

Date: 30 - 31 July 2025
Venue: Putrajaya

IMPORTANT DATES:
Submission deadline: 31 May 2025
Result Announcement: Mid-June 2025

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TERMS AND CONDITION

  • Abstract submission is open to all individuals interested in participating in the conference.
  • Participants whose abstracts are accepted for presentation will be exempted from the conference registration fee.
  • Only completed research will be considered; work-in-progress submissions will not be accepted.
  • All accepted abstracts will be presented as physical posters.
  • Presenters must be present at their posters during the Judging Session.
  • Posters will be evaluated by a panel of jurists based on content quality, presentation clarity, and impact.
  • All decisions made by the Scientific Committee are final.

SCOPE
Submissions should align with the scope of Evidence-Informed Health Decision-Making, which encompasses all aspects of Health Technology Assessment (HTA), clinical guidelines, implementation science, real-world evidence, economic evaluation, innovation, and health equity. Suggested topic areas (including but not limited to):
  • Health Technology Assessment (HTA)
  • Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) development or implementation
  • Economic evaluation, including cost-effectiveness and budget impact analyses
  • Real-world evidence and observational studies
  • Health services delivery and quality improvement initiatives
  • Patient-centered care and health equity research
  • Digital health, data science, and health innovation
  • Disinvestment approaches and sustainability strategies
Priority will be given to research that:
  • Evaluates the impact of an intervention or guideline recommendations
  • Conducts economic evaluation of an intervention
  • Synthesizes evidence

ABSTRACT FORMATTING AND LAYOUT
  • The abstract should be a concise summary of the authors’ research, clearly outlining the key components of the study.
  • Figures, charts, and tables are not permitted in the abstract.
  • Abstracts must be written in English and should not exceed 300 words.
  • The abstract must follow a structured format consisting of: Title, Authors & Affiliations, Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
  • Submissions must be in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.
  • Each presenting author may submit only one abstract.
  • The required writing format is: Arial font, 12-point size, with single line spacing.
  • All abstracts should be submitted via the Google Form using the following link: https://forms.gle/jsEmFLh4GUWUdhST8, or by scanning the QR code below:
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  • If authors encounter any technical issues during the online submission process, the abstract may alternatively be submitted as an email attachment to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., with the subject line ‘Poster Abstract Submission – [Presenter Name]’

POSTER FORMATTING 
  • Accepted abstracts will be presented as physical posters. 
  • Posters must be prepared in A0 size (841 mm x 1189 mm) and in portrait orientation. 
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ABSTRACT TITLE 
(Title should be centered, Bold)

List of authors
First Author¹, Second Author², Third Author³, ...
(Corresponding author should be written in underline)

Authors’ affiliations
¹First Author’s affiliation
²Second Author’s affiliation
³Third Author’s affiliation

*Corresponding author’s e-mail address

BACKGROUND (Bold, uppercase)
Briefly introduce the context of the study, the problem being addressed, and the significance of the research.

OBJECTIVE (Bold, uppercase)
State the main aim or rationale of the study. Clearly outline the primary research question or objective.

METHODS (Bold, uppercase)
Describe the research design, study population or data sources, methods of data collection, and analytical approach.

RESULTS (Bold, uppercase)
Summarize the main findings of the study. Provide specific data and statistical outcomes where applicable.

DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS (Bold, uppercase)
Present key points from the discussion. Clearly state the conclusions and implications of the findings. Emphasize how the results may inform practice, policy, or future research.

Word count: 300
Keywords: Please provide 3-5 keywords here



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