We are looking for dynamic trainers, presenters, and speakers to lead interactive and engaging sessions that will make a contribution to the development of our attendees’ professional capabilities and knowledge.

This is your opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with your peers; to help them to be the best in the field. You are therefore cordially invited to submit a proposal to be considered. Proposals will be accepted for: Presentations and Case Studies.

Speakers will present to our membership in a lecture style format with time allotted for questions from the audience. Presentations are typically 40 minutes in length, but longer presentations will be considered. Please note: Our membership base is of many disciplines and all Delegate attendees at the In-Service Training will be permitted to attend all training sessions.

Topic Summary
The IABTI seeks to educate our members; therefore presentations may not be commercial in nature or promote any specific product. An abstract of your topic and major points must be submitted for review to the International Business Office and will only be used for tentative selection. Final selection and acceptance is based upon completed presentations submitted on time.

Case Studies
Technicians and Investigators are encouraged to submit and present a case study on a recently adjudicated case or to highlight a recent case that will bring new insights to the attendees and expand their investigative techniques.

Focus Areas and Topics
Papers addressing the IABTI’s core competency areas are requested:

• Bomb Disposal and IED Operations	• Explosives Detection Canine / Certifications
• Bombing and Explosive Accident Investigation	• Information Management
• Community and Industry Outreach	• Military EOD, UXO & Demining Operations
• Energetic, Toxic and Destructive Materials	• Science and Technology
• Explosives & Destructive Device Regs & Law	• Security Management

 

Presentation Requirements
All presentations must be submitted in electronic format. (MS Word/MS PowerPoint).

Individual presentations are preferred (if approved, teams will be limited to two (2) presenters).

 

Pertinent Dates

15 Feb  - Abstract Acceptance Notification

15 April - Finalization of Program

June 2026 - International In-Service