FAQs
Will ICOCIMS take place in person?
ICOCIMS is a full-fledged, in person congress, that will take place in Parma (Italy), from November 13th to 15th, 2025.
Will there be online or hybrid elements?
Physical participation is our priority this year.
What are the abstract submission deadlines?
Abstract submissions are open until August 25th, 2025 via this form. Applicants will be notified on the status of their application(s) between mid-August and mid-September, on a rolling basis. Please follow us on our social media pages to stay updated on all news: Instagram, LinkedIn.
What are the registration deadlines?
Registrations for all participants (i.e. both presenting and attending) will open in September 2025.
Will I receive a certificate of attendance?
All participants who meet the attendance requirement will be issued a certificate of attendance. Attendance will be verified by electronic means.
Which competitions will be held?
There will be a competition for each oral and poster session. Authors can choose to present their study as an oral presentation or during the poster session. Please check the participation page for further information.
When will I know when I will deliver my presentation?
The specific day and time during which presentation(s) will take place will be emailed to presenters in the weeks before the congress.
Can I send in more than one piece of research?
Yes, you can send in as many abstracts as you wish. The abstracts will be considered individually for approval by the jury. Please fill in a separate abstract submission form for each individual piece of research.
Who can present at ICOCIMS during oral and poster sessions?
Undergraduate & Graduate students, and recent graduates.
Can a single piece of research be presented by two or more co-authors?
No.
How much will it cost to participate to or attend the ICOCIMS?
Our event is completely fee-free to attend, for both presenting and non-presenting participants.
Are travel grants available?
We do not currently offer travel grants for this edition, but we would be happy to assist you with any logistical information for your trip to Parma.
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