Call for abstracts
Call for abstracts
Abstract submissions are now open
Student posters
The #UGOPS2027 Advisory Committee invites students to submit an abstract for the Student Poster Showcase and take their place at the 50th anniversary of Underground Operators.
Selected posters will be displayed within the conference exhibition, putting your work in front of the engineers, operators, technical leaders and innovators shaping the future of underground mining. Successful authors will also receive complimentary registration to the conference, giving them access to three days of world-class technical content, networking and industry celebration.
Abstracts should be between 300 and 500 words and may be based on research projects, case studies or other relevant work.
Submission of an extended abstract or full paper is not required for poster presentations. However, students who wish to contribute a paper to the conference proceedings can request support from an Advisory Committee mentor to assist with development and preparation.
Poster submissions are open to all students, including undergraduate, honours, masters and PhD candidates. Please indicate your level of study when submitting.
To get started, click the main abstract submission button and select "Student Poster" as your presentation type.
Why participate?
- Showcase your work at Australia's leading underground mining conference
- Receive complimentary registration if your poster is selected
- Build connections with industry professionals and potential employers
- Gain valuable presentation experience in a professional environment
- Be part of the 50th anniversary of Underground Operators
Submit your abstract today and earn your place at a conference 50 years in the making.
Conference themes
AusIMM invites you to share your case studies, research or ideas and be part of a landmark program celebrating 50 years of the conference. The official themes below will help guide your submission.
Where are we now?
- Continuously operating mines
- Evolution of mines
Improving today - case studies and practices
- Innovative work methods and overcoming challenges
- Ventilation / geotechnical / backfill and other specialities
- Mine planning and feasibility
- Mining productivity (equipment and practice)
Mining of tomorrow
- Technology application
- Application of AI
- Reimagining mining
Mining for tomorrow
- Journey towards net zero / sustainability
- Navigating social licence
- People and organisational design
Regulation Compliance
- Application of JORC code in underground mining
- Explosive standards
- Workplace exposure standards
- Health and safety - protecting our people
Other: The committee also invites abstracts outside of the above listed themes
Key dates
Abstract submissions open: Tuesday 2 June 2026
Abstract submissions close: Sunday 16 August 2026
Notification to authors: Friday 18 September 2026
Draft papers due: Friday 30 October 2026
Final paper submission: Sunday 14 February 2027
Conference dates: Monday 5 - Wednesday 7 April 2027
Online Abstract Submission
AusIMM invites abstract submissions for presentation.
The conference will be an in-person event only to encourage personal interaction of authors and delegates; however, all presentations will be recorded for viewing post-conference.
Presenting authors are required to register, pay and attend the conference. Recorded and live-streamed presentations are not permitted in the technical program.
Submissions will be subject to peer review, then accepted or declined by the Conference Advisory Committee. The selection criteria includes: relevance to the conference theme, originality, significance of the contribution and quality of presentation.
Authors of accepted abstracts can subsequently submit a full paper, with revisions provided by peer review from the Conference Advisory Committee.
Guidelines
Abstracts must be submitted as a word (.docx) 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 Conference Advisory 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 Conference Advisory 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 300 words, and a maximum of 500 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
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Author resources
AusIMM Guide to Authors
Abstract template
Please use this template to submit an abstract to an AusIMM conference.
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 advisory 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.