Category: Conference Questions
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Do I need travel insurance for a conference?
Yes, you need to fill in a travel insurance request form, which can be found here. You will also need to carry a printed copy of the insurance details with you, which contains all of the information on the policy, as well as important phone numbers and such. It can be found here
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What is the benefit of attending a conference?
One of the aspects of being a good researcher, in my opinion, is your ability to convey your research to others. This is a major advantage of attending a conference. The chance to practise your public speaking skills will be high valuable in your future career. Furthermore, the chance to network and gain contacts in…
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Who funds attendance at a conference?
This is generally a cost which a postgraduate will not have to worry about. Your supervisor will give you permission to attend a conference and the costs (including expenses) will be taken care of my them.
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How do I get my poster printed?
When creating a poster for a conference, once you have checked with the organisers for the sizes etc. and created the poster, you can have it printed for free within the department. You need to speak to Julie Morgan-Dodds, who can have it printed for you and will provide you with a poster tube, if you…
Dr Linzi E. Amers-Dodd 