SHANCON25

Call for Scientific Papers

The Speech and Hearing Association of Nepal (SHAN) is pleased to announce SHANCON25, the 2nd International and 4th National Conference, scheduled for November 7–8, 2025, in Kathmandu, Nepal. This year’s theme, “Empowering Individuals with Communication Disorders: A Multidisciplinary Approach”, provides an ideal platform for Audiologists, Speech-Language Pathologists, ENT specialists, and allied health professionals to exchange knowledge, skills, and innovations.

We invite submissions for oral and poster presentations under the following categories:

  • Audiology
  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • Swallowing
  • ENT / Pediatrics / Neurology
  • Special Education / Habilitation
  • Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy / Psychology
  • Others

Important Dates

August 30, 2025: Abstract submission deadline

Within September 15, 2025: Notification of acceptance

Notes:

  • Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Previously published or presented research must be declared to the Scientific Committee.
  • The Committee’s decision regarding acceptance is final.

All abstracts must be submitted through the provided online link (submissions via email will not be accepted). Submissions will be acknowledged upon receipt. Please include a valid email address for correspondence.

  • Original articles: 250 words (Aims and Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusion)
  • Case reports: 200 words (Background, Conclusion)
  • Keywords are required; references are not needed
  • By submitting, authors agree to transfer copyright to SHAN for publications in print or electronic formats.
  • Abstracts may not be submitted under multiple categories.
  • The presenting authors must register for the conference.

Oral Presentations

  • Duration: 6 minutes for original papers; 5 minutes for case reports
  • 2 minutes for discussion
  • Presentation schedules and locations will be communicated in advance and posted on the conference website.

Poster Presentations

  • Display size: 90 cm x 120 cm (3’ x 4’)
  • Posters should include Title, Author(s), Aim, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
  • Use clear charts, tables, and images with self-explanatory captions.

General Information

We look forward to your contributions to SHANCON25.

Organizing Committee
SHANCON25

Email: scientific@shan.org.np

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