SOFT 2025 Scientific Program

Program Coordinators: Kayla Neuman & Tyson Baird

Program Dates: Wednesday, October 29 - Friday, October 31

Location: Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR
Due Date: Abstract Submissions are due by June 5

The SOFT 2025 Program Coordinators invite you to Submit an Abstract for SOFT 2025! As a premier platform for forensic toxicologists, the SOFT Scientific Program offers an opportunity to present cutting-edge research and engage with experts in the field through Platform and Poster Presentations.

Important dates & Deadlines:

May 5: Call for Abstract Reviewers
May 16: Abstract Reviewer Application Due - SOFT 2025 Abstract Review Tips
June 5: Abstract Submissions Due
August 6: Final Decision to Authors
August 27: Program Schedule to Authors
October 2: Poster PDF's Due
October 9: Presentations Due
October 29 - 31: SOFT 2025

Platform Presentation guidelines

Platform Presentation guidelines have been updated to enhance the quality of discourse and maximize engagement. Platform presenters will be allocated 12 minutes, with 10 minutes dedicated to the presentation and an additional 2 minutes for questions.

We encourage speakers to streamline introductory content and prioritize the presentation of results for a more impactful delivery. Please be aware that if chosen for a Platform presentation, you may be scheduled anytime during the three scientific session days (Wednesday – Friday), please plan travel accordingly.

NEW - “Special Topic” Session for 2025!

This year the Scientific Program Coordinators have chosen Kratom as a Special Topic and encourage those with interesting case studies, research, or analytical information related to Kratom to submit an abstract for the Special Topic Session! Presenters in this section may request, but are not guaranteed, additional time for presentations, subject to content, reviewer feedback and the discretion of the Scientific Program Coordinators.