RTi3 2026 Call for Abstracts

Criteria for a Research Study 

Research abstracts are those that report prospective and retrospective studies using more formal scientific approaches. They often describe a systematic investigation designed to answer a question, and/or test a hypothesis with valid conclusions that are supported by the results.

Required Sections

Purpose, Methods, Results, Conclusion

Deadline

January 12, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

Accepted Abstract Categories

• Education 
• Patient Outcomes and Toxicities 
• Quality and Safety
• Supportive Care
• Treatment Delivery
• Treatment Planning
• Other (Input your own topic)

Before you begin...

Please make sure that you have the following information before beginning the abstract submission process:

• Information for the presenting author: First and Last Names, Institution(s)/Affiliation(s), Position at Institution(s), Credentials Held, Telephone and Email
• Accurate author list/order: First and Last Names, and Name of Institution(s)/Affiliations
• The maximum characters without spaces for your abstract is 3000 (approximately 500 words) for all sections combined.
• Tables and figures are not permitted.
• In your abstract, do not reference any names, published studies or institutions (e.g. simply write “our institution” if needed.)

View Example of Previous Research Study Abstract 

Criteria for a Practice Innovation / Initiative

Practice innovation (PI) abstracts describe the development of novel innovations and process or quality improvement projects that have the potential to impact our daily practice, our professions, and our patients.

Required Sections

Aim, Process, Benefits/Challenges, Impact/Outcomes

Deadline

January 12, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

Accepted Abstract Categories

• Education 
• Patient Outcomes and Toxicities 
• Quality and Safety
• Supportive Care
• Treatment Delivery
• Treatment Planning
• Other (Input your own topic)

Before you begin...

Please make sure that you have the following information before beginning the abstract submission process:

• Information for the presenting author: First and Last Names, Institution(s)/Affiliation(s), Position at Institution(s), Credentials Held, Telephone and Email
• Accurate author list/order: First and Last Names, and Name of Institution(s)/Affiliations
• The maximum characters without spaces for your abstract is 3000 (approximately 500 words) for all sections combined.
• Tables and figures are not permitted.
• In your abstract, do not reference any names, published studies or institutions (e.g. simply write “our institution” if needed).

View Example of Previous Practice Innovation / Initiative Abstract

Criteria for a National Innovation Snapshot

The National Innovation Snapshot (NIS) is typically in-progress work, or smaller innovation projects that are less well defined in scope and are well suited for a rapid-fire presentation. It is an opportunity for radiation therapists to showcase their local, practice-based innovations to the wider community.

Deadline

January 12, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

View Example of Previous NIS Abstract

For more information, please contact the RTi3 organizing committee at rti3@utoronto.ca.

Undergraduate medical radiation sciences students conducting clinical research as part of their studies are encouraged to submit Research Study abstracts. You will be able to identify the abstract as a student submission during the online process. All student abstracts undergo a double blind peer-review. The top rated abstracts will be highlighted in the special Student Stream at the Conference, which the Presenting Author will be required to attend.

Deadline

January 18, 2026, 11:59 PM EST.

Before you begin...

Please make sure that you have the following information before beginning the abstract submission process:

• Information for the presenting author: First and Last Names, Institution(s)/Affiliation(s), Position at Institution(s), Credentials Held, Telephone and Email
• Accurate author list/order: First and Last Names, and Name of Institution(s)/Affiliations
• Delete any Tables or figures from your abstract (they are not permitted) during this stage. 
• In your abstract, do not reference any names, published studies or institutions (e.g. simply write “our institution” if needed.)
• Students who do not yet have study data collected by the submission deadline* should enter "N/A" in the "Results" and "Conclusions" sections. There will be an opportunity prior to the conference to include the missing text.
• Make sure you're submitting to the Research Study Submission Form below. You will get an opportunity in the form to identify yourself as a student*.

*Note:

1. Undergraduate student abstracts do not qualify for JMIRS Publication. 

2. Undergraduate students with completed research projects have the option of submitting complete abstracts in the regular stream by not identifying themselves as students during submission. These will be treated as regular submissions, will not be included in the special Student Stream and are subject to the instructions and deadlines outlined above for regular abstracts.