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Do I have to be a member of an OTC Sponsoring Organization to submit an abstract?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. Do I have to be a member of an OTC Sponsoring Organization to submit an abstract? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>A. No, anyone may submit an abstract for an OTC conference. We do, however, encourage you to join a sponsoring organization for many reasons.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-2"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What information are you looking for in an abstract?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. What information are you looking for in an abstract? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>An abstract should demonstrate that your paper will:</p> <ul> <li>Contribute technically sound knowledge in a particular area of petroleum technology.</li> <li>Present new/novel knowledge or experience that has not been published previously.</li> <li>Not be commercial in nature and will not promote specific companies, products, or services.</li> </ul> <p>The abstract should include the following factual highlights:</p> <ul> <li>Objectives/Scope</li> <li>Methods, Procedures, Process</li> <li>Results, Observations, Conclusions </li> <li>Novel/Additive Information</li> </ul> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-3"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Is there a word limit for abstracts?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. Is there a word limit for abstracts? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The suggested limit of 225-450 words should not be constraining if the paper proposal is limited to the defined factual highlights.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-4"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. In what languages can I submit my abstract?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. In what languages can I submit my abstract? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>English is the official language for OTC conferences and publications.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-5"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. When does the submission system close?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. When does the submission system close? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The online submission system will always close at 11:59 p.m. US Central Time on the stated deadline date.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-6"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Did you receive my abstract submission? Where is my confirmation of abstract submission?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. Did you receive my abstract submission? Where is my confirmation of abstract submission? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The online manuscript system does not send an automated email confirmation. Upon finalizing a submission, you will see a summary page. At the bottom of the screen, you are given the option of sending a confirmation email to yourself (and/or the co-authors). You may also print the summary page for your records.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-7"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How do I get a copy of my abstract submission?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. How do I get a copy of my abstract submission? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Upon finalizing your submission, you will see a summary page that includes the submitted abstract. You can print this page for your records using the link at the bottom of the screen.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-8"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What is the status of my abstract?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. What is the status of my abstract?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>OTC will notify each Presenting Author of the status (accepted or declined) of their abstract after the program committee has completed the review and rating period and made their program selections.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-9"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I change my abstract? Can I change/add/remove author name(s)?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I change my abstract? Can I change/add/remove author name(s)?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Once you have finalized and submitted your abstract, the committee has immediate access to begin the review process. For this reason, an abstract cannot be changed after submission. If you need to make a change to the author list or a slight change to the title, you can do so during the manuscript submission stage. If you need to change the presenting author, you will need to email the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead</a> for that conference.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-10"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I include a figure or photo in my abstract?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I include a figure or photo in my abstract?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, you can upload a figure, table, or an image by clicking on the appropriate link during the sixth step of the abstract submission process.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-11"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I withdraw my abstract after I have submitted it?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I withdraw my abstract after I have submitted it?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, please email the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead</a> for the conference to ask that your abstract be removed from consideration.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-12"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I submit my abstract to multiple conferences at the same time?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I submit my abstract to multiple conferences at the same time?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>No, per the <a href="conference-paper-policies" target="_self" title="conference-paper-policies">OTC Conference Dual Submission Policy</a>, authors are allowed to submit the same abstract to only one conference at a time.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-13"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Where can I find my OTC manuscript number?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Where can I find my OTC manuscript number?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>If your abstract is accepted, the acceptance notification will contain your five-digit OTC manuscript number (example: OTC-12345-MS).</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-14"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What is the difference between control number and manuscript number? Which do I use on the manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. What is the difference between control number and manuscript number? Which do I use on the manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The control number is the unique identifier initially assigned to the submitted abstract. If accepted, the abstract is assigned an official manuscript number for publication; that number should be used in all communications regarding the manuscript and on the manuscript itself.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-15"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Is there a word or page limit for manuscripts?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Is there a word or page limit for manuscripts?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>OTC does not have a page or word limit for manuscripts, but the average manuscript length is 8-12 pages (including figures and tables).</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-16"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What is the No Paper, No Podium Policy?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. What is the No Paper, No Podium Policy?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>OTC meetings have a <a href="conference-paper-policies" target="_self" title="conference-paper-policies">No Paper, No Podium</a> policy. If an abstract is accepted to a conference, the author is required to submit a manuscript by the deadline date. If a manuscript is not submitted, the manuscript will be withdrawn from the program, and the author will not be allowed to present at the conference.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-17"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I change my manuscript title and/or authors?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I change my manuscript title and/or authors?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes; the manuscript title and author block can be edited during the manuscript upload process.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-18"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I change the version of the abstract in the manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I change the version of the abstract in the manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes; the revision must summarize the manuscript, stating significant new information and conclusions. However, if the abstract and/or the content of the manuscript differ significantly from the original abstract submission (which was reviewed and accepted by the program committee), the committee has the right to withdraw your manuscript from the program.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-19"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I list two companies/organizations in the author block? My company has changed; which company should I list on the manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I list two companies/organizations in the author block? My company has changed; which company should I list on the manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Only one company should be listed in the author block. If you have changed companies during the course of writing the manuscript, you should list the company in which the scope of the work was done. If you need to list a second/new company for legal reasons, place an asterisk by the company name in the author block, then place a footnote at the bottom of the front page listing the other company (example: *formerly with John Doe Consulting).</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-20"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Do I include a biography in the manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Do I include a biography in the manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>No biography is needed for technical manuscript presenters.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-21"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Should my manuscript be one column or two?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Should my manuscript be one column or two?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Manuscripts should be submitted using the OTC template provided in the Author Kit and in a single-column format.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-22"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How/where should I place my figures and tables?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. How/where should I place my figures and tables?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>You can place your figures, tables, and photos within the document (next to the citation within the text). For more details, reference the <a href="preparing-a-technical-session-presentation" target="_self" title="preparing-a-technical-session-presentation">Preparing Your Technical Paper</a> instructions.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-23"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How and where do I list my references?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. How and where do I list my references?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>References should be listed in alphabetical order by the author's last name at the bottom of the manuscript. Cite references within the text by placing the author's name and year in parentheses. For more details, reference the <a href="preparing-a-technical-session-presentation" target="_self" title="preparing-a-technical-session-presentation">Preparing Your Technical Pape</a><a href="http://www.otcnet.org/Content/Preparing-Your-Paper">r</a> instructions</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-24"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I use company names and/or trade names in my manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I use company names and/or trade names in my manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>No; material of a commercial nature is unacceptable in an OTC technical manuscript. Generic descriptions should replace trade and company names.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-25"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. In what languages can I submit my manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. In what languages can I submit my manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>English is the official language for OTC conferences and publications.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-26"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What is the Author Kit?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. What is the Author Kit?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The Author Kit is an online resource for all authors. It provides all presenting authors with deadline dates, forms, templates and manuscript and peer-review information.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-27"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Where can I find the Author Kit?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Where can I find the Author Kit?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The link to the Author Kit can be found in the acceptance notification and manuscript upload notification, sent via email from the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead</a> or visit the <a href="author-kit" target="_self" title="author-kit">Author Kit page</a>.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-28"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Where can I find the Transfer of Copyright (TOC) form or Paper Information Form (PIF)?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Where can I find the Transfer of Copyright (TOC) form or Paper Information Form (PIF)?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>All required forms can be found in the <a href="author-kit" target="_self" title="author-kit">Author Kit</a>.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-29"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. In what format should I submit my manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> Q. In what format should I submit my manuscript? </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The manuscript should be submitted using the Microsoft Word template provided in the Author Kit.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-30"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Where can I find the manuscript template?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Where can I find the manuscript template?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The OTC manuscript template is provided in the Author Kit.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-31"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I use the Track Changes feature in Microsoft Word?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I use the Track Changes feature in Microsoft Word?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Authors may use the Track Changes feature in Word during their editing/review process, but all edits should be accepted and Track Changes should be turned off before uploading the file into the online system.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-32"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How/where do I upload my manuscript and/or forms?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. How/where do I upload my manuscript and/or forms?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Manuscripts and forms should be uploaded into the online system using the link provided to the presenting (corresponding) author, sent via email by the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead</a>. Each manuscript has a unique upload link, so always look for the most recent communication from the Conference Program Lead for the most up-to-date links and information.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-33"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I revise my manuscript after I have uploaded it to the system? Can I upload a draft of my manuscript now and revise it later?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I revise my manuscript after I have uploaded it to the system? Can I upload a draft of my manuscript now and revise it later?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>When you upload your manuscript (and forms), it should be the FINAL version, as there will not be an opportunity to revise any documents after you have completed the upload process. For more details, please reference the <a href="conference-paper-policies" target="_self" title="conference-paper-policies">Conference Paper Policies</a>.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-34"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. The system will not allow me to upload all my forms – how do I proceed?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. The system will not allow me to upload all my forms – how do I proceed?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The online manuscript system is configured to allow for one Manuscript file, one Paper Information Form file, and up to five Transfer of Copyright Form files. If you have more than five copyright forms, you will need to email the additional forms to the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead</a> by the stated deadline date.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-35"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Why do I have to sign a transfer of copyright?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Why do I have to sign a transfer of copyright?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>OTC requires transfer of copyright for all our publications, including conference proceedings. This allows us to distribute publications throughout the world by print and electronic means, to create translations, and to reuse them in reprint collections. For more details on copyright and author/company rights, refer to the <a href="publication-policies-copyright-requirements" target="_self" title="publication-policies-copyright-requirements">Copyright Requirements</a>.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-36"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Who is authorized to sign the Transfer of Copyright form?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Who is authorized to sign the Transfer of Copyright form?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The author, a manager, an officer, or a legal representative may sign the copyright form. For jointly authored manuscripts, each author should sign a separate form. However, one author may sign as authorized agent for the others.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-37"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can my coauthor upload the manuscript? How?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can my coauthor upload the manuscript? How?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Only the presenting (corresponding) author can upload the manuscript, as each manuscript has a unique link associated to the presenting (corresponding) author for uploading purposes. If a coauthor wishes to upload the manuscript, then the authors need to contact the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead </a>to change the coauthor to presenting author, and a new upload link will be sent.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-38"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I withdraw my manuscript after I have submitted it? How do I do so?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I withdraw my manuscript after I have submitted it? How do I do so?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes; the author must email the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Program Lead </a>with their OTC manuscript number and the reason for withdrawal. </p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-39"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. When is my manuscript due?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. When is my manuscript due?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The manuscript deadline date for each conference is stated in the acceptance notification sent to the presenting (corresponding) author, as well as in the Author Kit.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-40"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. I am waiting on company/coauthor approvals. Can I get an extension on my manuscript?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. I am waiting on company/coauthor approvals. Can I get an extension on my manuscript?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Extensions to the manuscript submission date are rarely granted and are handled on a case-by-case basis. If an extension is granted, it is usually given only for extenuating circumstances (such as legal reasons or erroneous data) and only for a few days. Authors are advised to begin obtaining the necessary company/partner approvals as soon as notice of acceptance is received.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-41"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Why is my manuscript due to OTC so early?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Why is my manuscript due to OTC so early?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>While OTC does their best to set the submission deadline as far out as possible, there are hard deadlines we have to adhere to in order to process the papers into the final PDFs for mastering of the conference proceedings.  In order have the conference proceedings available onsite and the papers available on OnePetro on the first day of the conference, tight deadlines are required.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-42"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Did you get my manuscript? Where is my confirmation of manuscript submission?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Did you get my manuscript? Where is my confirmation of manuscript submission?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>After you have finalized your manuscript upload, you will receive a summary page. You will need to print this summary page for your records, an automated email confirmation is not sent from the system.  </p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-43"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. When does the manuscript upload link/system close?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. When does the manuscript upload link/system close?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>The online manuscript system will always close at 11:59 p.m. US Central Time on the stated deadline date.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-44"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. When will my manuscript be available in OnePetro?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. When will my manuscript be available in OnePetro?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Conference manuscripts presented at a conference are available from the multisociety online library OnePetro on the first day of the conference.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-45"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How is an Alternate/ePoster upgraded to a Technical Session presentation?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. How is an Alternate/ePoster upgraded to a Technical Session presentation?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Alternates are moved up into the associated technical session in the event of a withdrawal or no-show onsite.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-46"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I publish/present my manuscript again?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I publish/present my manuscript again?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Per the <a href="conference-paper-policies" target="_self" title="conference-paper-policies">OTC Conference Dual Submission policy</a>, a manuscript previously presented at a conference and published in OnePetro may not be resubmitted for publication at another SPE conference. The author may present the subject matter at subsequent conferences at the invitation of the program committee, but the manuscript will not be included in the conference proceedings.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-47"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. I’ve submitted my manuscript and made changes to my title/author block, but the website does not match what I submitted. When will it be updated?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. I’ve submitted my manuscript and made changes to my title/author block, but the website does not match what I submitted. When will it be updated?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Title and author changes made in the system are not automatically displayed on the website. Updates will be made when the content is published to the website.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-48"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Does OTC check conference papers for plagiarism?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Does OTC check conference papers for plagiarism?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes. In an effort to further improve OTC’s technical quality standards, we will be implementing a plagiarism check on all conference papers. The new procedure includes a two-fold plagiarism check during the submission process. The first step provides the author with a one-time, complimentary check prior to submission. A link to a plagiarism report will be provided, allowing any flagged issues to be rectified prior the final submission.</p> <p>Upon final submission, all papers will automatically be run through a plagiarism check. Any paper flagged for plagiarism will be evaluated by OTC’s Technical Quality Manager. If there is a finding of overt plagiarism, the paper will be pulled from the program and reviewed by the Code of Conduct Review committee. Plagiarism offenses may result in suspension or loss of membership to OTC. We are dedicated to the continual improvement of OTC’s technical quality and ask for your support with this process.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-49"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. How much time do I have to present?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. How much time do I have to present?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Presentation times vary from conference to conference. This information is provided to you in the notification sent via email form the <a href="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?" target="_blank" title="http://#Q. Who is the conference program lead for my event?">Conference Programs Lead</a>.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-50"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. In which languages can I submit and/or make my presentation?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. In which languages can I submit and/or make my presentation?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>English is the official language for OTC conferences and publications. However, some conferences offer the option of presenting in another language, and translators are provided. In these cases, this option is stated in the author instructions and materials.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-51"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Where can I find the presentation template?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Where can I find the presentation template?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>A PowerPoint template is available in the Author Kit.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-52"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Do I have to use the presentation template? My company insists that we use the company presentation template – what should I do?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Do I have to use the presentation template? My company insists that we use the company presentation template – what should I do?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>You are required to use the OTC template for the first and last slides of your presentation. Templates with company logos are prohibited.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-53"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I use an embedded video in my presentation?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I use an embedded video in my presentation?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, you can use embedded video in your presentation. We ask that you test your presentation in the Speaker Ready Room prior to your presentation to ensure that everything is working properly.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-54"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Can I change the fonts or colors?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Can I change the fonts or colors?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, you can change the fonts and font colors within the presentation template.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-55"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. What is an ePoster presentation? How is it different from a regular poster board?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. What is an ePoster presentation? How is it different from a regular poster board?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>An ePoster presentation is a PowerPoint presentation of your technical paper and must follow the same guidelines and requirements as a technical session presentation. Authors can download the required template in the Author Kit. ePoster presenters at OTC Houston are given 18 minutes to present. You should allow for 13-15 minutes for presentation and 5-7 minutes for audience Q&A.  </p> <p>The OTC ePoster Lounge is located in the concourse of NRG Center on Level 2. The OTC ePoster Lounge is part of the overall technical program and allows for additional authors to present at the conference.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-56"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Is it necessary to submit a manuscript for a poster presentation?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Is it necessary to submit a manuscript for a poster presentation?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, a poster presenter must submit a manuscript for inclusion on the proceedings and OnePetro.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-57"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. As an Author/Speaker, do I need to register for the conference?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. As an Author/Speaker, do I need to register for the conference?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>Yes, you must register for the conference. OTC offers a complimentary Presenting Author rate.</p> </div> </article> <script> $script('https://themes.asp.events/otcnet2017/includes/javascripts/modules/pages/anchor.js'); </script> </div> </div> </div> <div class="section section--one-column section--id-58"> <div class="section__body"> <div class="section__body__article section__body__article--id-1"> <a class="anchor" name="Q. Does OTC offer speaker funding/reimbursement?"></a> <article class="article article--default"> <div class="article__header"> <h3 class="article__header__title"> <p>Q. Does OTC offer speaker funding/reimbursement?</p> </h3> </div> <div class="article__body"> <p>No funding is available for presenting authors or speakers. However, we do provide presenting authors with a complimentary pass to OTC. 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