Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - IWEC `24
Conference-related Questions
When and where is IWEC `24 taking place?
The Indian Wildlife Ecology Conference (IWEC `24) is scheduled for June 14-16, 2024, at the National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) in Bengaluru.
What are the key highlights of IWEC `24?
The conference will feature symposia on emerging themes, paper and poster presentations, panel discussions, networking sessions, and social gatherings. It’s a platform to discuss, share, and collaborate on Indian wildlife ecology research.
The main purpose of the conference is to bring together researchers of Indian wildlife ecology to discuss the latest research and chart the course for the future of the discipline.
Who is IWEC `24 for?
The conference welcomes participants from diverse ecological disciplines, including researchers in different career stages, academics, conservationists, and policymakers.
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or an early-career researcher, IWEC `24 offers a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and discussions on the latest developments in Indian wildlife ecology research. Join us to contribute, learn, and network within the vibrant community of ecologists.
How can I register for the conference?
Currently we are gathering only preliminary registrations/expressions of interest. You can fill up this Google Form to indicate your interest to attend the conference. You will be added to our email list.
We expect to open registration in mid-April 2024. Registration opening date will be announced on the website once confirmed.
Can I attend the conference even if I am not presenting anything?
Yes, you can attend the conference as a participant. Registration for participants will open in February 2024. Please indicate your interest by Google form and you will receive an email when the registration opens.
Abstract Submission Questions
What are the categories I can submit my abstracts to?
We have 3 categories to which you can submit your abstract.
- Symposia Sessions
- Open Sessions
- Poster Sessions
Symposia sessions: We have 18 symposia on diverse topics in wildlife ecology. Each symposium hosts 6 presentations of 15 minute duration and 5 minute discussion.
Open Sessions: We have 6 sessions open for abstracts that do not fall under any symposia listed above but are still within the realm of Indian wildlife ecology. Thus, the Open Sessions allow for more flexibility in the subject matter of research. Each Open Session hosts 8 presentations of 10 minute duration and 5 minute discussion.
Poster Sessions: These are for presenters who wish to share their research as a poster. This is a good opportunity for researchers to quickly showcase their work and get to interact with an audience on a one-to-one basis.
Do note that you can submit an abstract to only one of the above three sessions.
What is the deadline for abstract submissions?
The deadline for all abstract submissions is 15 March 2024.
Can I submit an abstract for an oral presentation?
Yes, you can submit an abstract for an oral presentation under either symposia or open sessions.
Each presentations in Symposia Sessions is of 15 minutes duration and 5 minutes discussion.
What are the criteria for shortlisting symposium abstracts?
Abstracts will be evaluated based on relevance to the symposium topic, scientific merit, originality, and diversity across topics, institutions, and regions.
Who will shortlist abstracts for poster presentations?
Abstracts submitted to Symposia Sessions will be evaluated by the individual symposium’s chairs as well as members of the IWEC `24 Science Committee.
Abstracts in Open Sessions and Poster Sessions will be shortlisted by domain experts based on relevance to the conference, scientific merit, originality, and diversity.
Is there any financial support available for presenters?
Once you receive a confirmation email that your abstract has been selected for presentation at the Conference, we will send you a link to register. This will be in mid-April 2024.
Registration fees are set at Rs. 5000 for non-students and Rs. 2000 for students.
We have limited travel and local hospitality support for participants. Once registration opens, you may write to us requesting support and these will be provided on a case-by-case basis.
For any additional questions or clarifications, feel free to contact us at contact@iwecindia.in. We look forward to welcoming you at the conference.
Note: FAQs are subject to updates. Please check the website regularly for the latest information.
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