FAQs

Abstracts

Has the deadline for late-breaking submissions been extended?

The late-breaking submission period remains September 9 - 16, 2020.

Will my accepted abstract still be published?

Accepted regular submission abstracts will still be published online, on October 1, 2020. Physical Abstract Supplement books will be mailed to subscribers late.

When will I know if my abstract has been accepted?

Abstract notifications for all acceptances and rejections were sent on Monday, August 31, 2020. Late-breaking abstract notifications for acceptances and rejections will be sent in October.

When will guidelines, templates, and information for ePosters be available?

ePoster guidelines, templates, and information will be made available to accepted poster presentations on Monday, August 31, 2020.

Can I change my submission category?

All abstracts can be modified until the deadline. Changes to abstracts can be made through the gateway portal using the username and password that was used for submission: https://aasld.confex.com/aasld/2020/gateway.cgi. This portal can also be accessed by clicking on the link in the confirmation email.

Can I withdraw my abstract from consideration?

All withdrawal requests MUST be submitted in writing by the presentation or contact author to education@aasld.org.

Where can I view the individual presentation times for the plenary and parallel sessions?

Individual oral abstract times for plenary and parallel sessions are not available, however, all abstract presentations are roughly 10 minutes each (6 presentations total presented back-to-back) with a 30-minute panel discussion at the end of the session. All parallel and plenary sessions are 90 minutes each.

How do I find my individual poster presentation time?

There are no individual poster presentation times for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience.

Where can I view the individual presentation times for educational programming?

Every education session displayed is in chronological order according to the overall session time block. Knowing this, all individual presentation times vary in a session, but on average are within 10 – 20 minutes each.

When will the abstract embargo be lifted for the meeting?

The embargo will be lifted on Friday, November 13, 2020 at 8:00 AM ET.

Evaluation

When will I receive TLMdX evaluation to claim and collect my continuing education credits including CME credits and ABIM MOC points?

Following the conclusion of TLMdX™ on Monday, November 16, 2020, all registered attendees will receive a notification on where to access the meeting evaluation and how to claim certificates, education credits and points.

Affiliates

Will the administrative application fee for Affiliate Events be refunded?

Yes. The administrative application fee will be refunded for Affiliate Event Applications that have already been submitted for The Liver Meeting®. AASLD will automatically process refunds, however, it may take up to six months for refunds to be processed.

How do I cancel events at the hotel?

Anyone with a signed agreement with a hotel, or other facility, for a planned function, should contact the facility directly to cancel planned activities.

Awards

Will I still receive my travel award?

We will continue to recognize outstanding abstracts submitted by early career researchers through the AASLD Foundation’s Abstract Award program. In lieu of travel funds for this year’s meeting, award recipients will receive a $500 monetary prize and complimentary registration to TLMdX.

ELS and Ambassasor Programs

Who should I contact for information regarding ELS and Ambassador programs?

Please contact AASLD’s Membership Team at membership@aasld.org.

Exhibits

Will I earn priority points for The Liver Meeting 2020?

Yes, if a booth(s) was purchased and full payment received for The Liver Meeting 2020 by June 1, 2020, then Priority Points will be granted based on the square footage of the booth(s) purchased.

How will I select my booth for The Liver Meeting 2021?

Heather Cooney will contact exhibitors in the fall to select booths for The Liver Meeting 2021.

When will exhibit pricing be available for The Liver Meeting 2021?

Exhibit booth pricing will be available in the fall of 2020.

When will exhibitor registration for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience registration (TLMdX) open?

Exhibitor registration will open for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience™ on August 26, 2020. If you are the exhibitor point of contact interested in registering your exhibit staff for the meeting, visit the TLMdX website to get started!

Media

When will media registration for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience registration (TLMdX) open?

Media registration will open for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience on August 26, 2020.

Will eligible media still receive complimentary registration?

Yes.

When will media registration for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience registration (TLMdX) open?

Media registration will open for The Liver Meeting Digital Experience on August 26, 2020.

Will eligibility for media to register change?

While AASLD maintains the right to revise eligibility requirements at its discretion, the existing eligibility requirements will remain in effect until further notice.

Will there be a press conference?

Yes, AASLD will hold a press conference at The Liver Meeting Digital Experience.

Are there any restrictions on what sessions media can attend?

Complimentary registration includes access to the general sessions, Postgraduate Course, and Basic Science Symposium.

Memberships

Is my AASLD Membership Current?

Please contact Membership directly at either membership@aasld.org or (703) 299 - 9766.

How do I join AASLD?

Click here to apply.

Registration

What is the TLMdX cancellation policy?

Refunds will be processed at the conclusion of The Liver Meeting Digital Experience™ (TLMdX).

A written cancellation and refund request is required for all cancellations and should be sent to aasld@xpressreg.net. Requests received on or before November 12 will be subject to a 25% administrative fee. Cancellations received on or after November 13, 2020, will not be refunded.

I forgot my badge number and/or I need to have my confirmation re-sent.

Click here to re-send your TLMdX registration confirmation. Your email address and badge number are what you use to login to the TLMdX Platform.

How do I change or confirm my Networking opt-in/out response answered during registration?

To update or check the status of your networking response, click the Registration Resource Center from TLMdX email confirmation. Click the “My Account Tab” and select the drop-down “Update Opt-in/Out Responses”. Make your changes and click submit at the bottom right of the screen. Please be aware the update may take several minutes.

I haven't received my confirmation. What do I do?

If you were registered as part of a group, there were compliance questions that must be completed before your registration confirmation is sent. Contact your group coordinator to re-send the "Action Required" Email and following the instructions to complete your registration.

If you registered on your own, you can re-send your TLMdX registration confirmation by clicking here. You can also contact AASLD@Xpressreg.Net.

Speakers/Faculty

Should I still prepare for my session or presentation?

The Liver Meeting is transitioning to an online experience, and all invited presenters will be asked to prepare a presentation. Presenters will receive additional information on the next steps over the summer.

Do all of the presenters in a live session need to agree to participate live for the session to be held? Can we pre-record in advance?

All presenters that are invited to participate in a live session will need to prepare for a live presentation. Presenters will receive additional information on the next steps over the summer.

How can I ask a presenter questions during a session?

Attendees can interact with presenters via the Live Chat Q&A Box on the session screen.

Will there be a presentation template provided to us by AASLD?

All presenters will be provided with an official AASLD PowerPoint presentation template that may be used for presentations.