The objectives for all ACSM Roundtables
are:
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To review and discuss scientific research related
to the topic.
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To provide a forum for interaction between experts
on the topic.
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To develop clear consensus statements that defines
our understanding of the relationship between exercise and the
topic.
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To develop recommendations for future research as
applied to exercise and the topic.
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To publish the outcomes of the conference in
Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.
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Depending on the nature of the topic:
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To provide an opportunity for policy makers at all
levels to hear the consensus statements as they relate to exercise and
quality of life.
To apply the consensus statements to current
practices and policies.
To raise public awareness of critical issues in
health and science and to increase visibility of ACSM as a leading
organization in the areas of sports medicine and exercise science.
So you would like to suggest a Roundtable or
Specialty Conference?
Here's what to do:
1). Prepare the following information:
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Suggested title
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Short abstract
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Educational objectives
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Suggested faculty
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Target audience
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Suggested fundraising prospects
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Proposed date (i.e., Q2-2008, etc.)
2). Submit to ACSM National Center
Send this information to the Research Advisory
Committee (RAC) c/o ACSM staff liaison Jane G. Senior, Asst. Executive
VP, Advancement, Communications, and Research, jsenior@acsm.org.
Your proposal will be discussed at the next scheduled
RAC teleconference. If the RAC approves the concept, they will
recommend your concept to the ACSM Administrative Council for approval
to proceed. If the RAC feels they need more information, Jane G. Senior
will contact you for further information.
For additional information about ACSM research
programs, please contact ACSM Research Administration (317) 637-9200
ext. 143.
Help make ACSM the preeminent sports medicine
authority!
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