What Happens After You Submit? Notifications, Acceptance, and Next Steps
So you’ve submitted your abstract to AGU25—congratulations! What happens next? Here’s a breakdown of what to expect between now and the highly anticipated meeting in December.

Review Process

Your abstract will be reviewed by the conveners of the session you selected. They will evaluate its scientific quality, relevance and fit within the session’s theme. They also determine your presentation format—oral, poster or alternate format. Some sessions will only include poster sessions.

Remember: You cannot request an oral presentation.

After Submission

Once you’ve submitted your abstract and paid the fee, you’ll receive a confirmation email. You can still make changes until the deadline, Wednesday, 30 July 2025, at 23:59 EDT (03:59 UTC).

Notifications

Acceptance notifications will be sent to presenting authors in early October. These notifications include your scheduled session date, format and presentation details. Co-authors will receive confirmation emails in August notifying them that they’ve been listed as co-authors.

Next Steps for Presenters

Once you’ve received your acceptance notification, it’s time to make your final presentation based on your assigned format and participation type (in-person or online). Don’t forget to keep an eye on your email for travel grant deadlines, additional AGU25 news, and further instructions.

Remember: If you’re presenting online, you’ll need to upload materials in advance of the meeting. Details will be provided in early October.

Submitting your abstract is just the beginning—stay engaged with AGU25 updates to ensure you’re prepared for a successful presentation.