Submissions
The DGPs congress invited the following types of submissions in German or in English. More important information for potential contributors can be found here.
Submission Types
1. Posters
Posters (dimensions: A0 portrait, 841 mm x 1189 mm) covering empirical, conceptual, theoretical, or methodological research can be submitted. Each poster will be displayed in one of several poster sessions scheduled in the program. Authors remain with their poster for questions and discussions for designated time slots specified in the final program. We recommend that you bring handouts of your poster with you. Material for mounting the posters will be available from the help desk.
2. Poster Group
In a poster group, thematically related research conducted by different first authors on a specific question is presented in the shape of posters (dimensions: A0 portrait, 841 mm x 1189 mm). As a rule, a poster group should consist of 4 to 12 posters. Related posters are presented together within the same poster session. Each presenter of the group must name the poster group to which the poster belongs at submission. There is no need to submit an abstract for the whole group. Each participant of the poster group is responsible for the submission of their own contribution.
3. Symposium
In a symposium, thematically related research conducted by different first authors on a specific question is presented. Four to six abstracts (max. 250 words per abstract) can be submitted for presentation in a joint symposium (total duration 90 minutes). Including a discussion paper is possible, but not obligatory. The organizer submits a symposium abstract via „Symposium – General Abstract“. Each participant is responsible for the submission of their own contribution via „Symposium – Individual Contribution“.
4. Coupled Symposia
Coupled symposia allow you to organize a symposium extending over two successive 90-minute allotments. If you plan to organize a topical symposium for at least eight and up to 12 contributions (which total number may include a discussion and/or introduction), a coupled symposium is the right format for you. Please note though that coupled symposia may start prior to a lunch break and continue after the break or that they may start late on Day X and may be continued early on Day Y. The organizer submits a symposium abstract via „Symposium – General Abstract“. Each participant is responsible for the submission of their own contribution via „Symposium – Individual Contribution“.
5. Hot Topic Symposium
The same formal requirements apply for a Hot Topic symposium as for the other symposia. In addition, all abstracts must be submitted and presented in English to ensure that they are accessible for our international guests. The organizer submits a symposium abstract via „Symposium – General Abstract“. Each participant is responsible for the submission of their own contribution via „Symposium – Individual Contribution“.
Please note: There can be several symposia belonging to the same Hot Topic, and there can be single presentations belonging to a Hot Topic.
6. Interactive Forum
The aim of this format is to benefit from the presence of a large number of experts at the DGPs Congress in order to launch thematic networks as well as initiate site-independent work or research groups. An interactive forum presents an opportunity to work on more complex topics with the active involvement of all participants in an ad-hoc group (e.g. in the form of a barcamp or a world café). One or two short kick-off presentations (about 10 minutes each) introduce the topic at the start of the event. These can be a research paper, program project or position paper. A chaired work phase follows, in which all participants are actively involved. The respective chairs are responsible for their group’s internal organization. As a rule, this presentation format should last about three hours.
Registration for this format is the responsibility of the chair. An interactive forum should include at least three (and at most 20) further participants from at least one other location who commit themselves to taking part in a binding manner. Rooms with the necessary equipment (projector, PC, presentation kit, flipchart etc.) will be provided.
7. Research Talk
The aim of a research talk is to present concluded empirical work as well as new theoretical or methodological developments including the speaker’s own scientific position on the topic. Speaking time is 15 minutes including discussion. The Program Committee will cluster thematically related research talks into topical sessions of four to six talks. One or two participants in each session will be asked to chair the session.
8. Position Paper
The purpose of a position paper is the comprehensive presentation of a scientific position on a topic. Speaking time is 30 minutes with an additional 15 minutes for discussion. Position papers will be organized in 45-minute slots.
9. Panel Discussion
A panel discussion addresses problems that are controversial in terms of content, methodology, scientific theory, or research organization (total duration 90 minutes). The discussion leader and the participants agree on the structure and procedure of the panel discussion. When submitting an abstract, panel discussion leaders should explain why the topic is controversial and will therefore be of interest to a large number of participants.
10. Pre-conference Workshop
A pre-conference workshop lasts several hours and familiarizes participants with the current state of knowledge in a specific area. Workshops focus on teaching and practicing methodological application-oriented knowledge and skills.
11. Demonstration
Scientific films, equipment, experimental setups, or software can be presented in 90-minute slots.
12. Keynote
Renowned international experts present their contributions to the field. Keynotes are on invitation only.
13. Flashlight
Junior members of the DGPs will organize, select, and chair the flashlights, which can be submitted by students, doctoral, and post-doctoral researchers as well as junior professors. The session consists of 12 5-minute flashlights followed by questions (2 minutes).
You may select at submission if you want your contribution to be considered for this format.
14. Pre-Data Talk
The aim of the pre-data format is to give researchers the possibility to present and discuss research ideas before they start data collection. Each pre-data talk lasts 15 minutes (including discussion). Although this format is open to everyone, we especially want to invite submissions from first-year PhD students in order to get early feedback on their project. In order to submit a pre-data talk, a title, the full list of authors and an abstract summarizing its content (150 to 250 words) is required.
Psycho Slam
In the context of an evening event which will be open to the public, researchers will „bring to the stage“ their own research in an amusing, creative and nevertheless informative way in a 10-minute slam. It is not a competition – all that is important is to inspire the audience for psychology! Details about participation will be announced.
Kids Congress - cancelled
Due to low demand, the kids congress has been cancelled. If you need childcare during the congress, please let us know during registration or contact us directly.