Call for SubmissionS

We invite submissions for lightning talks and micro-presentations:

• Recent projects that use behavioural science to change behaviour within complex systems are particularly welcome, given this year’s conference theme.

• Recent projects that use BI more broadly to encourage positive behaviour change are also welcome.

• A variety of presenters are encouraged. We welcome submissions from across government, academia, and the public, non-profit, and private sectors in BC, across Canada, and beyond. We will review multiple submissions from large organizations, provided that they represent distinct projects from different individuals or units.

Details

• Lightning Talks: Lightning talk presenters have a maximum of 15 minutes to present and 5 minutes to take questions. For examples, please see previous lightning talks.

• Micro-Presentations: Using breakout rooms, presenters have a maximum of 5 minutes to present and 5 minutes to take questions. Accepted presentation formats include a single poster-style slide, 2-3 slides, or another format that will work on Zoom. For examples, please see previous micro-presentations.

Submission Requirements

• Submission title

• Presenter name, affiliation, and contact information

• Co-author name(s) and affiliation(s)

• Brief 1-2 sentence project description for inclusion in the program (see last year's program for examples)

• Short abstract of max 3,000 characters (approx. 500 words) for evaluation

• Whether you wish to be considered for a lightning talk and/or a micro-presentation

• Answers to a few questions about the type of project being submitted

Submissions due via https://bit.ly/BDBCsubmit by 11:59pm Pacific on Sunday, August 31, 2025

Questions may be directed to DIBS@sauder.ubc.ca.