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Chair Guidelines

Presenter and Chair Training

First time and experienced presenters and session chairs are encouraged to view the recording available online prior to the start of the meeting. This training offered best practices for participating in online, hybrid and in-person sessions. 

Watch the Training

If you missed the Presenter and Chair training, view the recording.

View Recording

General Information

After a three-year hiatus on in-person meetings, the AbSciCon scientific organizing committee and meeting chairs are planning an exciting week of science, networking, and out of this world extras to bring together the astrobiology community again.

Important Notes

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Declare whether you will be chairing in-person or online here.

  1. You must be registered for the meeting to present or serve as a session chair.
  2. The abstract submission fee does not register you for the meeting. Separate registration fees apply.

You will need to show proof of vaccination to attend AbSciCon.

  • eLightning or Poster presenters, please contact our Support Desk.
  • Oral presenters, if you have any technical questions regarding your slide presentation, email [email protected]
  • For all questions regarding the scientific program, speakers, etc., email [email protected].
  • For questions regarding housing, registration, cancellation or a letter of attendance, email [email protected]