In:
Journal of Clinical and Medical Images, Case Reports, OA Publishers Private Limited, Vol. 2, No. 1 ( 2022-01-18)
Abstract:
The Coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has reshaped academic conferencing and the experience for many research students and trainees. Scientific associations have adapted to new public health restrictions by adopting virtual conferences to maintain the dissemination of knowledge. The Vision Health Research Network (VHRN) has brought its annual meeting online in 2021. The virtual conference format reduces its associated carbon footprint and encourages increased participation by eliminating barriers to access such as transportation, accommodation fees and scheduling conflicts. The annual meeting has been divided into several smaller themed days to increase participation throughout the year. The use of novel online platforms for information sharing such as FOURWAVES and Zoom has enabled an ease of interaction but has brought unique challenges as well. The technical learning curve and functionality of these programs may initially impact accessibility. Leveraging deliberate usage of social media to promote conference events and highlighting projects are also avenues to be further explored.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2771-019X
DOI:
10.55920/2771-019X/1063
Language:
Unknown
Publisher:
OA Publishers Private Limited
Publication Date:
2022
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