In an effort to stimulate research at the Pan-American level and recognize the efforts of our young investigators, the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology (PAAO) has been organizing the Pan-American Research Day (PARD), in conjunction with the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) and with Allergan Latin America.

1. There is no entrance fee for this event: it is free!
2. If you have had a presentation accepted by ARVO, we will offer you the possibility to present your work at our Pan-American Research Day meeting.
3. Due to the popularity of this event, we always receive more requests to present than time slots available, so there is a review and selection process.
4. If you are selected to be a program participant, you will be presenting your work in a speed presentation format: three minutes for presentation and two minutes for discussion.
5. The language for the presentation is English. This is an excellent place to practice your presentation skills in English in front of a friendly audience.
6. The PAAO offers travel awards or scholarships every year. Last year a total of six (6) awards, in the amount of $250 each, were presented.  PARD organizers review presentations during the meeting and awardees are selected based on their topic, presentation and age (under 40 years).  Please see the link for all the rules and restrictions. You must be present to win.

We hope you will partake in this opportunity to share your work and experience.