Call for Abstracts: 2018 Annual Conference
NSGIC’s 2018 Annual Conference will be held October 1 -5, 2018 in Duluth MN.
Abstract submissions are due Friday, July 27, 2018.
Who can present?
All NSGIC members, sponsors* and partners are encouraged to consider submitting an abstract for the conference.
What kind of presentations are available?
There are three types of presentations available:
Ignite Presentation
An ignite presentation is 10 minutes long including Q&A.
Smolder Presentation
A smolder presentation is 15 minutes long, including Q&A. Smolder presentations are ideal for introducing new programs, providing program updates, or presenting a single, fairly narrow subject. Smolder presentations are the preferred format for the NSGIC meeting.
Panel Discussion
A panel discussion consists of two or more speakers who give a short introduction to a topic followed by a vigorous discussion.
Traditional Presentation
A traditional presentation is a 15 to 30-minute presentation on a single theme. Speakers are typically grouped together in a 90 or 120-minute slot on the agenda.
Content
The focused content items may include (but are not limited to):
- "For the Nation" initiatives: IFTN, TFTN, 3DEP
- Blockchain
- Open mapping/crowdsourced data
- NG9-1-1
- Multi-jurisdictional collaboration
- National Address Database
- Geo-Enabled Elections
- Geospatial Preparedness
- Science applications
- Open source solutions
- Mobile workforce/extended workplace
- Non-traditional GIS users - social media, NGOs, NPOs
Abstract submissions are due Friday, July 27, 2018.
Questions / Information?
Contact Tony Spicci, NSGIC Conference Committee Chair: [email protected] 573-815-7901 x2893
Or refer to the Annual Conference Discussion Forum
Registration & Meeting Information
All presenters must register for the conference and make their own travel arrangements. Learn more about the meeting and registration on the 2018 Annual Conference page.
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