How to organise a scientific conference - Planning and logistics

Are you organising a scientific conference but unsure of where to start? Geoffrey Barnett, Head of the EMBL Course and Conference Office, and Karin Dumstrei, Senior Editor at EMBO Journal and Coordinator at EMBO Press, give the run down on when to start planning for your event, how to follow a timeline, setting deadlines, how to set up registration, how to plan the transport and accommodation, selecting a venue, budgeting, organising catering and planning for emergencies.

See also:
How to organise a scientific conference - The programme and content: youtu.be/F8pfV2BhP7E

How to organise a scientific conference - Marketing and acquiring sponsors: youtu.be/Km2qc1xYQOw
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Tips and tricks for scientists
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