Berlin Science Week - Impactful scientific meetings in times of crisis

In this panel discussion, discover how experts envision the future of scientific exchange in a post-pandemic world.

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Schedule

November 2nd, 2020

6:00pm – 7:30pm UTC
Panel discussion

Conferences play an essential role in the scholarly ecosystem, connecting scientists, fostering collaboration, and bringing new research to light. That’s why it is so important that conferences continue in a virtual format throughout the current health crisis, or we risk holding back scientific progress at a time when it is needed most.In this interactive panel discussion,find out how researchers, societies, and institutions can navigate the current uncertain times and best facilitate the discussion and sharing of valuable early-stage research - without a physical event.Discover virtual conference best practices, the technology tools that can ensure a smooth and engaging experience, and tips on how to get the most value out of a digital conference format.

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Conferences play an essential role in the scholarly ecosystem, connecting scientists, fostering collaboration, and bringing new research to light. As such, it is essential that conferences continue in a virtual format throughout the current health crisis, or scientific progress will be held back at a time when it is needed most. In this interactive panel discussion, find out how researchers, societies, and institutions can navigate the current uncertain times and best facilitate the discussion and sharing of valuable early-stage research - without a physical event. Discover some of the benefits of a digital conference format, best practices when hosting a virtual meeting, and advice on how to get the most value out of your next event.



Panelists:

  • Dr. Esther Ngumbi - Assistant Professor from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and thought leader in scholarly communications
  • Jan Reichelt - Serial entrepreneur (Co-Founder of Mendeley and Kopernio) and investor in EdTech companies  
  • Dr. Annette Thomas - CEO of the Guardian\, neuroscientist\, and former CEO of Web of Science\, Macmillan Publishers Ltd, and Nature Publishing Group
  • Lorena Villanueva-Almanza - AAAS Mass Media Fellow at the Indianapolis Star and biology researcher   
  • Ben Hainsworth - Managing Director of the European Association for the Study of the Liver and expert in academic conference management

The panel will be moderated by Sami Benchekroun, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Morressier, the platform for early-stage research