3-Minute Thesis Abstracts
We invite attendees (students and non-students) to submit a 3-minute thesis presentation in one of the following categories: KPHA Public Health Practice, KPHA Research, or KPHA Epidemiology Methods.
- KPHA Research Award: The KPHA Research Award recognizes an individual that implements creative and innovative research. Research must have public health emphasis but can be multi-disciplinary in nature.
- KPHA Public Health Practice Award: The KPHA Public Health Practice Award is awarded to an individual who demonstrates comprehension, application, and growth regarding to public health practice.
- KPHA Epidemiology Methods Award: The KPHA Epidemiology Methods Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates excellence in the design, application, or advancement of epidemiologic methods. This award honors innovative approaches that strengthen data-driven decision-making, enhance disease surveillance, or improve the understanding of population health trends within Kentucky and beyond.
The format will include presentations to a panel of judges using the 3-minute thesis approach; 3M presenters will submit an electronic version of their poster/slide and then be assigned a time to verbally present to the judges during the KPHA conference. The 3M presentations are in person, and it is required you attend the conference.
Students and Professionals are both invited to submit in the appropriate section. Students will present amongst other students and professionals will present to their peers. Awards will be presented at the Annual Awards Luncheon at the 2026 Conference.
3M abstract submissions will be accepted until January 31, 2027. All submissions will be notified of either acceptance or denial by February 14, 2027.
The presentations will most likely be on the morning of Tuesday, March 9th (subject to change).
