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Planning your attendance
Access useful information to help you plan your attendance at the conference, both in-person and virtual.
Across these pages you can find information to help you plan your attendance at the conference. If you have any questions, please contact us at ac2024@rgs.org.
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Making the most of the online platform
Find out how to navigate the online platform and upload content.
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At the in-person conference
What to expect at the in-person conference
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At the virtual conference
What to expect of the virtual elements at this year's conference.
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Guidance for presenters
Find out more about presenting at the conference.
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Guidance for session Chairs
Find out more about chairing a session at the conference.
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Planning your in-person attendance
Find out key information about attending the conference.
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Guide for newcomers
Advice and support for those new to the conference.
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How to find buildings and rooms
Navigate the conference venue with our handy step-by-step guides.
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How we run the conference
Learn more about the range of initiatives undertaken both by us as conference organisers and by our Research Groups.
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Accessibility at the conference
Find out how we are making the conference accessible for all.