Submission Guidelines for Abstracts, Papers, and Posters

Abstract Submissions 

     Abstract Word Count: 250–350 words 

     Formatting: 

• Microsoft Word
• Font: Times New Roman or Arial, 12 pt.
• Spacing: 1.5 line spacing.
• Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
• No images or tables

  Online Submission: Submit abstracts through EasyChair submission portal. Accepted file formats include PDF and DOCX.

Poster Submissions

• 1–2 pages (including summary, key findings, and key references, no word count)
• Sans serif font 
• Title displayed in 85 pt. font, authors’ names in 56 pt., sub-headings in 36 pt., body text in 24 pt., and captions in 18 pt.

Online Submission: Submit posters through EasyChair submission portal. Accepted file formats include PDF and DOCX.

Paper Submissions 

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. 

Originality: Submissions must be original and not previously published or under review elsewhere.

Language: All submissions must be written in English and use clear, concise academic language.

Paper Format: Follow the conference-provided structure below (in Word format).

    Length:

• Abstract: 250–350 words
• Full Papers: 3-4 pages (not including references, figures, and tables)

    Structure:

• Title Page: Include the title, author names, affiliations, and contact information.
• Abstract: A concise summary (250–300 words) outlining the purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.
• Keywords: List 3–5 pertinent keywords.
• Main Text: Organized into sections such as Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
• References: Cite all sources appropriately, following a standard citation style (e.g., APA, IEEE).

    Formatting Details:

• Microsoft Word
• Font: Times New Roman or Arial, 12 pt.
• Spacing: 1.5 line spacing.
• Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
• Figures and Tables: Numbered sequentially with descriptive captions; ensure high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi).

    Online Submission: Submit manuscripts through EasyChair submission portal. Accepted file formats include PDF and DOCX.

• File Naming: Use a standardized format "CorrespondingAuthor_LastName_FirstName_I3M2025.pdf".

Relevance*: Ensure all submissions aligns with the conference themes, such as:

• Development and application of thermal manikins
• Modeling of human thermoregulation
• Clothing and protective equipment
• Intelligent clothing and equipment
• Test methods and standards

*if you are unsure of your topic relevance, please send your questions to i3mctsrmncs@ncsu.edu

Other

Plagiarism: All submissions will be checked for plagiarism. Ensure proper citation of all sources.

Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

Funding Acknowledgment: Clearly state all sources of funding or financial support received for the research.

Evaluation Criteria: Submissions will be reviewed by Scientific Committee (below) and assessed based on originality, relevance to conference themes, methodological rigor, clarity, and contribution to the field.

You may do an oral or poster presentation of your research.

Other List of Topics

• Sizing and fit of PPE and workwear
• Development and application of thermal manikins
• Modeling of clothing and protective equipment
• Human safety and protection
• Challenges of diverse workforces in PPE
• Scientific evaluation and testing methods for fabric performance

Scientific Committee

Organizing committee

Dr. Emiel DenHartog, Department Chair - Textiles Engineering, Chemistry, and Sciences, Wilson College of Textiles, North Carolina State University 

Dr. Kedena P. Henriques-Thompson, Post Doctoral Scholar - Textiles Engineering, Chemistry, and Sciences, Wilson College of Textiles, North Carolina State University

Bailey Smith - ZTE Extension

Mandi Degnan - ZTE Extension

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to i3mctsrmncs@ncsu.edu

Key Submission Dates

Reference the conference website for additional information: https://ctsrm2025.textiles.ncsu.edu

1st Abstract Deadline: March 31st

Decision on abstract acceptance: July 1st

Opportunity for submitting short papers for incorporation into conference proceedings: September 1st*

* If authors do not wish to submit a short paper their abstract will be used in the proceedings