Who Should Submit
The congress invites submissions from a wide spectrum of contributors: researchers, practitioners, students, and interdisciplinary teams. The central aim is to foster dialogue across theory and application, highlighting the many dimensions of ergonomics.
Early Findings
Submissions are not restricted to completed studies. Early findings are welcome, as they encourage dialogue about research in progress. Sharing preliminary work allows others to provide constructive feedback, potentially improving study design and analysis.
Negative or Null Results
The congress values transparency. Negative or null results are encouraged, as they provide essential learning about what does not work or about conditions under which expected outcomes fail to appear. Publishing only positive results distorts the field; recognizing negative findings strengthens scientific rigor.
Diverse Voices
Students, early-career researchers, and practitioners are especially encouraged to contribute. The congress thrives when different perspectives converge — from laboratory-based experiments to applied workplace case studies. Submissions are welcomed from across regions and disciplines, reflecting ergonomics’ global and interdisciplinary reach.
The guiding principle is simple: if your work contributes to understanding or improving ergonomics, it belongs here.
Tracks at a Glance
The congress program is organized around broad themes that capture the evolving field of ergonomics. Submissions are reviewed and grouped within these thematic tracks, ensuring coherence while maintaining inclusivity.
- Workplace Health and Safety – addressing musculoskeletal disorders, injury prevention, and safe design of physical tasks.
- Digital Ergonomics and Human-Computer Interaction – focusing on usability, cognitive ergonomics, and digital workplace adaptation.
- Healthcare and Clinical Ergonomics – exploring patient safety, clinical workflows, and human factors in medical environments.
- Transport and Mobility – examining ergonomics in aviation, driving, rail, and emerging transport technologies.
- Product and Industrial Design – highlighting user-centered design, accessibility, and consumer ergonomics.
- Education, Training, and Professional Development – discussing teaching methods, practitioner training, and certification.
- Policy, Standards, and Global Perspectives – exploring regulations, occupational standards, and international approaches.
- Emerging Areas – including wearable devices, AI applications, and interdisciplinary frontiers.
These tracks provide structure without imposing limits. Authors are encouraged to submit even if their work spans multiple categories. The committee values boundary-crossing contributions.
How to Prepare Your Abstract/Extended Summary
Submissions must be prepared with clarity, ethical responsibility, and accessibility in mind. The goal is not only to present results but to allow reviewers and future audiences to engage meaningfully with the work.
Structure
An abstract or extended summary should cover:
- Background and Purpose – What motivated the study? Why is it relevant to ergonomics?
- Methods – What approach, sample, or case was examined? Provide enough information for reviewers to assess rigor.
- Findings – Highlight key results, even if preliminary or unexpected.
- Implications – Explain how the work contributes to practice, policy, or future research.
Ethics
All submissions must respect ethical standards. This includes ensuring informed consent for human participants, appropriate approval from relevant review boards, and anonymization of sensitive data. Personal health information (PHI) must not be disclosed.
Anonymization
Submissions should be anonymized for peer review. This means removing identifying details such as author names, affiliations, or references that clearly reveal authorship. Reviewers focus on content, not reputation, ensuring fairness.
The emphasis is on clarity, integrity, and respect for participants. A well-prepared abstract demonstrates professionalism and helps reviewers provide constructive feedback.
Review & Selection Principles
Every submission undergoes review guided by fairness, diversity, and relevance.
Fairness
Reviewers assess abstracts based on merit, not reputation. Anonymized review ensures that established and emerging voices are considered equally. Constructive feedback is provided wherever possible, so that even non-accepted submissions contribute to learning.
Diversity
The congress actively seeks diversity of topics, methods, and contributors. This includes representation from different countries, sectors, and career stages. Reviewers are instructed to value applied as well as theoretical contributions, and to consider the importance of including perspectives from underrepresented regions.
Relevance
Submissions are evaluated for alignment with congress themes and for their potential to contribute to the ergonomics community. Originality, rigor, and clarity of implications all influence selection. Importantly, relevance does not mean conformity: novel approaches that challenge assumptions are highly valued.
By combining fairness, diversity, and relevance, the review process safeguards the academic integrity of the congress while ensuring an inclusive program.
Presentation Modes
Accepted submissions may be presented in one of three modes, determined in consultation with the organizing committee.
Oral Presentations
Oral sessions allow presenters to share their work with a focused audience in a structured format. These sessions emphasize clarity and dialogue, with time for audience questions and discussion.
Poster Presentations
Posters provide a highly interactive setting. Presenters display their work visually and engage directly with attendees in one-on-one or small-group discussions. Posters are particularly effective for preliminary studies, student projects, or applied case studies.
Demonstrations (Demo Theatre)
For applied ergonomics solutions, demonstrations highlight practical tools, designs, or methods. The demo theatre allows participants to see ergonomics “in action” and to ask questions about real-world implementation.
All three modes carry equal academic value. The choice of mode depends on content, audience engagement needs, and program balance.
After Acceptance
Acceptance marks the beginning of a new phase: preparing for presentation and ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Uploading Materials
Presenters may be asked to upload slides, posters, or demonstration outlines ahead of the congress. This allows organizers to test compatibility and ensure accessibility (e.g., screen-reader readiness, clear visuals).
Recording Tips
For virtual or hybrid sessions, presenters may be invited to pre-record talks. Guidance is provided in plain English:
- Speak clearly and avoid overly technical jargon.
- Use slides with high-contrast visuals and minimal text.
- Keep focus on clarity and engagement rather than production quality.
The goal is to ensure that all participants — regardless of time zone, background, or access needs — can benefit from the presentation.
Presenter Responsibility
After acceptance, presenters remain responsible for adhering to ethical guidelines, disclosure of conflicts of interest, and respect for diversity. The congress relies on presenters not just to share research but to uphold the community’s values.
Mini-FAQ
Q: Can I submit work that is still in progress?
A: Yes. Early findings are welcome and provide valuable opportunities for feedback.
Q: Are negative results accepted?
A: Absolutely. Negative or null results are important contributions that strengthen the evidence base.
Q: Do I have to be a senior academic to submit?
A: No. Students, practitioners, and early-career researchers are strongly encouraged to participate.
Q: Will my submission be judged fairly if I am not well known?
A: Yes. The review process is anonymized to ensure fairness and focus on content.
Q: What if my work does not fit neatly into one track?
A: Submit anyway. Many projects are interdisciplinary, and reviewers welcome cross-cutting contributions.
Q: What happens if accepted?
A: You will be invited to prepare materials for oral, poster, or demo presentation, and guidance will be provided to support your success.
