To acknowledge the support of the conference's esteemed authors and recognize their outstanding scientific accomplishments, we are pleased to announce that the conference will provide 4 awards, including 2 Early Career Researcher Awards, 1 Best Oral Presentation Award, and 1 Best Poster Award.
Early Career Researcher (ECR) Awards
Description
Early Career Researcher (ECR) Awards are given to outstanding contributions from early career researchers.
Eligibility: Open to all undergraduate student, postgraduate (Master's/PhD) student, or a scientist who has received their highest degree (Bachelor/Master's/PhD) within five years prior to 1 July 2026, who have submitted their abstract to the Early Career Researcher session and delivered their presentation.
Criteria: Evaluation based on content quality, delivery clarity, audience interaction, and overall impact.
There will be two awardees selected for ECR Awards: one winner and one runner-up. The awardees will receive a certificate and the following prizes:
- ECR Award winner: 400 CHF
- ECR Award 1st runner-up: 200 CHF
Winner Announcement: The award winners will be evaluated and selected by the scientific committee after the conference. Results will be announced on the website, and all winners will be individually contacted via email.
Number of awards available
2
Best Oral Presentation Award and Best Poster Award
Description
1. Best Oral Presentation Award
Eligibility: Open to all authors selected as oral speakers who have delivered their presentation.
Criteria: Evaluation based on content quality, delivery clarity, audience interaction, and overall impact.
Prize: A prize of CHF 200 and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
2. Best Poster Award
Eligibility: Open to all authors who have presented their work through posters.
Criteria: Evaluation based on scientific merit, creativity, and ability to attract and engage viewers.
Prize: A prize of CHF 200 and a certificate celebrating your achievement.
Winner Announcement: The award winners will be evaluated and selected by the scientific committee after the conference. Results will be announced on the website, and all winners will be individually contacted via email.