Australia Convention

Innovating Through Uncertainty

18 - 20 September 2024
QT CanberrA, ACT

ABSTRACT INFORMATION

ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS OPEN: Friday 15 March 2024

In alignment with the designated theme for our 2024 convention - 'INNOVATING THROUGH UNCERTAINTY', we extend an invitation for the submission of abstracts that align with this overarching motif. 

Should you operate within Electronic Warfare, Information Operations, or associated disciplines, and possess noteworthy insights or narratives to impart, we invite you to consider participating as a valuable member of the convention presentation team for the upcoming year. 

Advantages of delivering a presentation at the Convention: 

  • Showcase the commendable achievements of both you and your organisation. 
  • Refine your concepts and ideas by presenting and engaging with an audience of your professional peers. 
  • Foster meaningful connections and network with esteemed thought leaders and luminaries in your field. 
  • Play a vital role in community development by sharing your wealth of knowledge and experience.
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WHO SHOULD NOMINATE

INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

Industry professionals with expertise in electronic warfare, cyber operations, information warfare, and related fields are encouraged to nominate themselves or their colleagues for presentation opportunities. Whether you're a seasoned expert or an up-and-coming innovator, if you have insights, research findings, or practical experiences to share, we welcome your participation.

WHO ELSE SHOULD PRESENT

Academic researchers, government officials, military personnel, policymakers, and technology innovators who are actively contributing to the advancement of electronic warfare, cyber operations, and information operations are also encouraged to present at the convention. Collaborative presentations that bring together diverse perspectives and expertise are particularly valued as they enrich the discourse and foster interdisciplinary learning and collaboration.

ABSTRACT SUBMISSION PROCESS

Select preferred theme: 

Electronic Warfare (EW) Trends and Technologies

  • Advances in electronic warfare systems. 
  • Emerging threats and countermeasures. 
  • Future outlook in EW technology.

Information Operations trends and technologies

  • Social media manipulation & influence operations. 
  • Narrative warfare and perception management. 
  • Counter-disinformation strategies. 
  • Ethical and legal frameworks in Information Operations.

Cyber warfare trends and technologies

  • Cyber threats to electronic systems. 
  • Strategies for protecting critical infrastructure. 
  •  Integrating cyber and EW capabilities.

Signal Intelligence (SIGINT) and Spectrum Management

  • Collection and analysis of electromagnetic signals. 
  • Spectrum utilization and management. 
  • Spectrum dominance strategies.

Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) Operations

  • Detection and neutralization of hostile drones. 
  • Legal and ethical considerations in counter-UAS operations. 
  • Developing effective counter-UAS tactics.

Space Operations


  • SATCOM security. 
  • Space situational awareness. 
  • Counterspace operations. 
  • Space-based ISR.

Electronic Warfare in Joint Operations

  • Integration of EW capabilities across military branches. 
  • Coordination with other domains (cyber, space, etc.). 
  • Case studies and lessons learned from joint EW operations.

Training and Simulation in Electronic Warfare

  • Simulation-based training for EW operators. 
  • Virtual environments for EW experimentation. 
  • Training methodologies for EW personnel. 

Strategic issues


  • Regional perspectives. 
  • Workforce issues – retention and growing the workforce pipeline.

Foundational Presentations 

  • Specifically designed for university students without a background in EW.


Select your presentation type: 

Oral Presentation

  • 40 minutes including Q&A.
  • Exploring theory and practice, detailed analysis and case studies. 

Rapid Fire Presentation

  • 20 minutes including Q&A.
  • Quick insights into emerging trends, specific techniques or strategies. 

Panel Discussion

  • 40 minutes.
  • Discussion on various dimensions of a topic by experts in the field. 

Workshop

  • 1-2 hours.
  • Interactive session for skill-building, scenario analysis or hands-on demonstrations.

Poster Presentations 

  • Visual display of research, encouraging more informal discussions. 

Demonstrations 

  • Live demonstrations of new technologies or systems in the exhibition area. 
How to submit your proposal: 

Please click on the below link once live to submit your presentation through our portal, you will be required to supply the following information during your submission: presenters name, presentation title, abstract (300 words), short bio of presenter and photo as well as contact details. If selected to present, you will then be provided with further instructions closer to the event that will advise you of your presentation format, program agenda and presentation timing, presentation guidelines and other necessary information.

Key Dates:

  • Abstract submissions open: Friday 15 March 2024
  • Abstract submissions close: Friday 17 May 2024
  • Notification of acceptance / non acceptance: Friday 7 June 2024
  • Final chance to withdraw from the program: Friday 14 June 2024


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