Call for abstracts
Call for abstracts
Abstract submissions are now open
The conference committee invites abstract submissions for presentation at the Mill Operators Conference, to be held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre from 21 - 23 October, 2024.
Presentations will be conducted in-person. Please note, the conference will not be streamed live online; however, all presentations will be recorded for viewing post-conference.
Abstracts submitted are subject to peer review, then accepted or declined by the Conference Organising Committee. The selection criteria includes: relevance to the conference theme, accuracy and originality of ideas, significance of the contribution and quality of presentation.
Accepted abstract authors are now required to submit a full paper, with revisions provided by peer review and the Conference Organising Committee.
All accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings and presented during the technical sessions. All presenting authors are required to register, pay and attend the conference.
Conference themes
1. Operating updates and newly commissioned plants
- Operating updates
- Newly commissioned plants
2. Best practice in existing plant operations:
- Process Control, Automation and Data Science
- Geometallurgy
- Tailings management
- Training, professional development and retention
3. Operation and optimisation of key unit operations:
- Comminution
- Flotation
- Gravity
- Dewatering
- Hydromet
- Emerging Technologies
4. Environment, Social and Governance (ESG)
- Tailings
- Power, Water
- Recycle, Reuse and Circular Economies
- Social aspects
Share your expertise
Online Abstract Submission
The conference committee invites abstract submissions for presentation.
Presentations will be conducted in-person. Please note, the conference will not be streamed live online; however, all presentations will be recorded for viewing post-conference.
Submissions will be subject to peer review, then accepted or declined by the Conference Organising Committee. The selection criteria includes: relevance to the conference theme, accuracy and originality of ideas, significance of the contribution and quality of presentation.
Accepted abstract authors are then able to submit an extended abstract or full paper, with revisions provided by peer review and the Conference Organising Committee.
All accepted submissions will be published in the conference proceedings and presented during the technical sessions. All presenting authors are required to register, pay and attend the conference.
Guidelines
Abstracts must be submitted as a PDF document only using the specific format as per the abstract template submitted through the abstract submission portal on the event website. Submissions will not be accepted via email.
The Committee may, if necessary, limit the number of presentations per author. Submission of abstracts implies the author’s agreement to publish their abstract on the event website. Authors must arrange and pay their own accommodation, travel and expenses to attend the event.
Once the abstract submission deadline has passed, the organising committee will review all submitted abstracts. Authors will then be notified whether or not the abstract has been accepted for the next stage, and the requirements around the next stage of submission.
All enquiries should be directed to: conference@ausimm.com.au
- Abstracts must be a minimum of 250 words, and a maximum of 300 words
- Abstracts must be submitted in Arial 11-point font
- The abstract title must be typed in Arial 14 point, bold and centred font
- The presenting author/s name/s must be underlined
- All author details, post nominals and affiliations must be included
- All author email address must be included
- Authors may include a maximum of five keywords sufficient to highlight the relevant topics to be addressed in the paper
- Abstracts must be text only – graphics, images or graphs should not be included
Author resources
Mill Operators Guide to Authors
Abstract template
Paper template
Abstract Submission FAQs
Where do I submit my abstract?
Submit your abstract via the Abstract Submission Portal. Instructions on how to submit your abstract can be found on the home page of the portal.
Do I need to use a template?
Yes – you will need to format your abstract using the abstract template. This can be found within the Abstract Submission Portal.
How long does the abstract review process take?
The abstract review process begins after the abstract submission deadline has passed. It usually takes around four weeks for the organising committee to review all submitted abstracts and reach a decision. This may take longer if the number of abstracts submitted exceeds expectations.
How will I know if my abstract has been accepted?
We will contact you via email regardless of the outcome.
I need to update my abstract. How do I do this?
Once you have submitted your abstract, you can update or change this at any time prior to the abstract closing date through the Abstract Submission Portal. Post the abstract closing date, please contact conference@ausimm.com
I have missed the deadline. Can I still submit my abstract?
Email us at conference@ausimm.com to see if an extension is possible.