Academics worldwide are transforming the way they communicate, work, and live. Presenting research to the scientific community virtually was not popular before. However, the shift to an online platform has opened many doors for budding scientists and paved the way for inclusiveness. For example, an International Virtual Conference offers more flexible participation options and new opportunities for undergraduates to engage with research professionals without having to travel. Even students with university funding often have to pay conference fees up front and then be reimbursed, sometimes months later. These drawbacks are generally justified because conferences represent a unique opportunity for researchers and early career professionals to exchange cutting-edge ideas and results, but the many barriers associated with participating in a scientific conference limit opportunities for engagement, particularly for those from historically-excluded backgrounds.
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Date : 25th & 26th April 2024
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Conferences offer students a unique opportunity to interact with scientists from different institutions and from various fields. Many scientists attend conferences to promote new research, advertise or search for jobs, and connect with other professionals.
Online conferences offer many of the same opportunities as in-person conferences, but time conflicts and travel times between events are greatly reduced. Rather than traveling to a conference location, the next conference is available at the click of a button, and it's easy to quickly switch between sessions. On an online platform, attendees can fully immerse themselves in the conference, consume the material at their own pace, and participate in presentations via live question-and-answer sessions and panels. The costs associated with a four-day conference can easily become incredibly high with travel, accommodation, food, and registration. For instance, to attend an in-person conference in the USA, one would have to spend over a thousand dollars up front for -
which may then be reimbursed by their university/company. This cost is even more for those participants who are traveling from out of the country. For many students and early career professionals who lack funding for research, these expenses must be paid for through a scholarship or personal funds. By eliminating or significantly reducing travel costs, a Virtual Conference removes this financial barrier for students and early-career professionals and increases the number of potential attendees who can afford to attend both domestically and abroad. As a result, many a Virtual Conference 2024, has seen an increase in the participation of international scientists, further increasing the diversity of speakers and attendees. Peruse our list of every Upcoming Virtual Conference in every field imaginable right now to find events that pique your interest and register immediately to avoid missing out on these golden opportunities.
