In order to have a microbiome conference that can be followed by any one, in any part of the world, the MVIF meetings are replicated in two times:
Each meeting is either “Atlantic-first” or “Pacific-first”, where “first” refers to the time zones with live talks during particular MVIF meeting. Talks during the first session are recorded for re-play followed by live Q&A and discussion during the second session. One minute Research Highlights are always pre-recorded.
Individuals should submit only to meetings where they can be present at first session for presentation and Q&A. When practical, we recommend the presenter attends or designates a representative for the second session to participate in the discussion and Q&A.
Atlantic events start at 8:30 AM New York time, while Pacific ones start at 9:30 AM Tokyo time. Please check your local starting time on the specific event page.
TIME SCHEDULE
Each event is organised as follows:
- MICROTALKS SESSION (30 minutes)
Two or three 5-minute presentations, followed by a 10-minute Q&A panel discussion with all speakers - KEYNOTE TALK SESSION (1 hour)
30-minute invited keynote talk, followed by a 20-minute Q&A - SELECTED TALKS SESSION (1 hour)
Three 10-minute presentations, followed by a 20-minute Q&A panel discussion with all speakers