Selected abstracts with full papers will be recommended for publication in identified
Scopus-indexed journals if they meet the journal requirements:
- Special Issue in Journal of Food Packaging and Shelf Life (Q1, Impact Factor: 4.244)
- Special Issue in Food Research
- Special Issue in Basrah Journal of Agricultural Sciences
The list will be updated from time to time.
The Editorial Board will closely monitor all manuscripts in order to keep up a high
scientific and technical standard throughout. Special emphasis is to be made on the
correct use of the English language. Each paper will be blind peer reviewed by two
competent reviewers
Author Guidelines
Abstract:
An abstract in English, not more than 250 words in a single paragraph is required in
all cases. The abstract should contain a concise but comprehensive statement of the
problem and results. The full title (should not exceeding 25 words), author's name(s)
and affiliation(s), should be displayed at the top of the page. Keywords should be not
more than six words in alphabetical order and should be displayed at the bottom of
the page. See sample provided for abstract format.
ABSTRACT TEMPLATE: Click here for link to go to the Download page (item no. 1)
Full Paper:
Authors are recommended to follow the Full Paper Guidelines in preparing full paper
accordingly. A single word document containing all required information should be
uploaded in a single file (Word Document). Article should not exceed 7500 words
(including allowance for no more than 5 tables and figures). See sample article
provided for full paper format.
FULL PAPER GUIDELINES: Click here for link to go to the Download page (item no. 9)
FULL PAPER TEMPLATE: Click here for link to go to the Download page (item no. 10)
Types of presentation:
1) Oral presentation
Oral presentations will allow participants to share the findings of their research with
all participants present.
2) Poster presentation
Poster presentations will allow the interested participants to share the findings of
their research in the Conference in the form of poster.
ORAL AND POSTER PRESENTATIONS GUIDELINE
1) Oral presentations
Oral presentations can either be pre-recorded or presented live during the conference. Each presenter is allotted 15 minutes to present his/her paper. Those who opt for pre-recording should be virtually present for their entire session to answer any questions and participate in the discussion afterward. There will be a dedicated period (about 15 minutes) for questions and discussion after every four presentations. Participants will be able to ask verbally during the Q&A session or use a chat box provided in the conference apps. The session’s chairperson will select a few questions, depending on the time allocated for the discussion, and will read them to the presenter, who will be able to answer verbally during the session. The presenter will also be able to answer any remaining questions through the Q&A box.
The pre-recorded presentations must be submitted to techcafei2020@gmail.com by 31 December 2020 with the Subject: CAFEi2020 (Paper ID) Title of the Oral Presentation.
2) Poster presentations
For poster presentations, authors must prepare a 5-minute pre-recorded presentation (by using any preference software) AND a poster. Posters should be created in the same format as would be used on-site and saved as a PDF.
The poster should be self-understandable and conform to the following format:
a) A1 poster size (33.11″ x 23.39″ or 59cm x 84cm).
b) Orientation – portrait layout.
c) Content layout – freestyle.
The general content shall include:
a) Title; Author's Name(s) and Affiliation(s).
b) Introduction / Objectives / Aims / Problem / Goal.
c) Materials and Methods.
d) Results and Discussion.
e) Conclusions.
f) References.
g) Acknowledgments.
The pre-recorded video should contain a prominent view of the poster along with audio (in English) of the presenter. The video may also contain a small headshot of the presenter.
Please send your pre-recorded video to techcafei2020@gmail.com by 31 December 2020 with the Subject: CAFEi2020 (Paper ID) Title of the Poster Presentation.
The authors should be available at the allocated poster session (which will be informed later), to interact with viewers. There will be a Q&A and chat function via the conference apps where participants will be able to communicate with the authors.
CAFEi2020: AWARD CATEGORY
This year CAFEi2020 awards offers three (3) main categories including Best Paper Award,
Best Presenter Award and Best Poster Award. The award categories are grouped in two
focus areas mainly Agricultural Engineering and Food Engineering.
Category A: BEST PAPER
Best Paper (Agricultural Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2nd Prize and 3rd Prize
Best Paper (Food Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2nd Prize and 3rd Prize
Category B: BEST PRESENTER (Oral)
Best Student Presenter (Agricultural Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2nd Prize and 3rd Prize
Best Student Presenter (Food Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2 nd Prize and 3rd Prize
Category C: BEST POSTER
Best Student Poster (Agricultural Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2nd Prize and 3rd Prize
Best Student Poster (Food Engineering) - 1st Prize, 2nd Prize and 3rd Prize