Session types
We strive for the Congress sessions to be targeted to participants with different levels of experience and professional backgrounds. ESCMID Global (formerly known as ECCMID) will include different session formats. Here you can find a brief description for each of them. The programme will also be complemented by special sessions such as the Open Forum, Selective-Pressure Quiz show and other ad hoc formats.
| Session type | Description | Structure |
|---|---|---|
Keynote Lecture (60’) | Keynote Lectures target a broad audience of specialists and non-specialists. The speakers are internationally renowned and respected leaders in their fields. The speakers are invited to present a state-of-the-art review of a specific topic, including summarising their own scientific achievements in the field. Topics should be such that introduce cutting-edge science on “hot” topics in CM/ID. | 45’ talk + 15’ Q&A 1 speaker 2 chairpersons from two different countries |
Keynote Scientific Interview (60’) | Keynote Scientific Interviews feature two experts taking the role of interviewer (chairperson-moderator) and interviewee (keynote speaker-interviewee) and discussing current experience and future challenges in CM and ID. Keynote Scientific Interviews are particularly appealing for topics that involve debate or controversy, policy aspects, broader impact or reflections of the keynote speaker on historical, contemporary and future aspects. | 45-50’ interview + Q&A A keynote interviewee and a moderator from two different countries |
| Fireplace Session | Open sessions, taking place right after the Keynote Lecture/Interview and aiming at generating informal discussions with ESCMID trainees and early career members. | 60’ interactive conversation with audience 1 speaker (keynote speaker) 1-2 chairpersons |
Symposium (60’ / 120’) | Symposia convene renowned speakers from around the world and cover a wide range of topics in clinical microbiology, infectious diseases, and infection control. Symposia are tailored to give an overview of recent developments and research results, review the literature, or present as pro/con debates. The latter is typically a 1-hour Symposium. «Year in.. » sessions are 1-hour Symposia where speakers present a common review of the published literature since last ECCMID on the topic. Each presentation should be 25 minutes long and cover up to 10 papers, with 10 minutes of final discussion at the end of the session. We invite speakers to provide the selected publications in advance, which will be published closer to the congress. | 1-hour Symposium 2 talks of 25’ + 5 min Q&A each 2 speakers from two different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries |
| Symposium (60’ / 120’) | Symposia convene renowned speakers from around the world and cover a wide range of topics in clinical microbiology, infectious diseases, and infection control. Symposia are tailored to give an overview of recent developments and research results, review the literature, or present as pro/con debates. The latter is typically a 1-hour Symposium. «Year in.. » sessions are 1-hour Symposia where speakers present a common review of the published literature since last ECCMID on the topic. Each presentation should be 25 minutes long and cover up to 10 papers, with 10 minutes of final discussion at the end of the session. We invite speakers to provide the selected publications in advance, which will be published closer to the congress. | 2-hour Symposium 4 talks of 25’ + 5 min Q&A each 4 speakers from at least three different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries if possible |
| Meet-the-Expert (60’) | These educational sessions commonly target a smaller audience to facilitate interaction. The topics should have practical relevance. The session should allow for discussion with the experts and include the exchange of personal views, direct interaction, discussion of cases and experiences on a matter (“how best to ...” sessions). | 2 speakers from two different countries delivering short introductory talks (10-12’), elaborating on a common topic, followed by interactive discussion and audience engagement which are the core of this session format. No chairperson |
Educational Session (120’) | Educational Sessions (formerly branded Educational Workshops) contain review talks and/or case studies that lend themselves to discussions. The goal of this format is education while focusing on core topics in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Individual talks should be complementary and cohesive within the session. Educational Sessions can also involve case discussions and be interactive (e.g. via polling). | 4 talks of 20’ each + 40’ panel discussion 4 speakers from three different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries if possible (one chairperson may be selected out of the speakers) In special circumstances, 3h sessions may be considered |
| Open Forum | Open Forums are held during the lunch break in designated open spaces (Arenas) where speakers discuss with the audience ideas and views on a particular issue. Typically, Open Forums feature controversies and policy-related aspects. Speakers can make use of electronic presentations, but that is not mandatory. The allocation of time to presentations and discussions is tailored for each session, depending on its specific agenda. | 3-5 speakers 1 chairperson |
| Pipeline Corner | This session type allows small innovative pharmaceutical companies and start-ups, with early-stage diagnostic or therapeutic solutions, to present their products to a wider audience. For details on Pipeline Corners, please see the Exhibition Guide. These sessions are held in designated open space Arenas. | 4-6 pitches from different 1 chairperson |
| Oral Session | Oral Sessions bring the most recent scientific findings. Each session features a range of selected abstracts covering a specific topic (commonly top-rated abstracts within a category). | 1-hour Oral Session 5 talks of 12’ each including discussion 2 chairpersons |
| Oral Session | Oral Sessions bring the most recent scientific findings. Each session features a range of selected abstracts covering a specific topic (commonly top-rated abstracts within a category). | 2-hour Oral Session 10 talks of 12’ each including discussion 2 chairpersons |
Clinical Case Session | Case Sessions feature case reports or small case series selected from submitted abstracts, which are discussed to highlight clinical lessons or share clinical experience. They are therefore meant to be instructive. Case sessions usually lump together cases from a related clinical or microbiological field. | 5 talks of around 11’ minutes each including discussion 5’ of commentary from the chair at the conclusion of the session 1 chairperson |
ePoster Flash Session | These are oral sessions featuring selected abstracts. Speakers will present the highlights of their research work using their ePosters. These sessions take place in designated open space Arenas. | 9 speakers of 6’ each including discussion (presentation from the ePosters, uploaded to ECCMID 2024 platform, rather than a powerpoint presentation, is required) 1 chairperson |
| Poster Session | Poster Sessions feature accepted abstracts that have not been assigned to oral sessions. Accepted posters are usually available during poster sessions as well as electronically. | Paper Poster Sessions are organised by sub-category of the posters and the exact schedule of the poster sessions will be communicated in January 2024 |
| Session type | Description | Structure |
|---|---|---|
Keynote Lecture (60’) | Keynote Lectures target a broad audience of specialists and non-specialists. The speakers are internationally renowned and respected leaders in their fields. The speakers are invited to present a state-of-the-art review of a specific topic, including summarising their own scientific achievements in the field. Topics should be such that introduce cutting-edge science on “hot” topics in CM/ID. | 45’ talk + 15’ Q&A 1 speaker 2 chairpersons from two different countries |
Keynote Scientific Interview (60’) | Keynote Scientific Interviews feature two experts taking the role of interviewer (chairperson-moderator) and interviewee (keynote speaker-interviewee) and discussing current experience and future challenges in CM and ID. Keynote Scientific Interviews are particularly appealing for topics that involve debate or controversy, policy aspects, broader impact or reflections of the keynote speaker on historical, contemporary and future aspects. | 45-50’ interview + Q&A A keynote interviewee and a moderator from two different countries |
| Fireplace Session | Open sessions, taking place right after the Keynote Lecture/Interview and aiming at generating informal discussions with ESCMID trainees and early career members. | 60’ interactive conversation with audience 1 speaker (keynote speaker) 1-2 chairpersons |
Symposium (60’ / 120’) | Symposia convene renowned speakers from around the world and cover a wide range of topics in clinical microbiology, infectious diseases, and infection control. Symposia are tailored to give an overview of recent developments and research results, review the literature, or present as pro/con debates. The latter is typically a 1-hour Symposium. «Year in.. » sessions are 1-hour Symposia where speakers present a common review of the published literature since last ECCMID on the topic. Each presentation should be 25 minutes long and cover up to 10 papers, with 10 minutes of final discussion at the end of the session. We invite speakers to provide the selected publications in advance, which will be published closer to the congress. | 1-hour Symposium 2 talks of 25’ + 5 min Q&A each 2 speakers from two different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries |
2-hour Symposium 4 talks of 25’ + 5 min Q&A each 4 speakers from at least three different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries if possible | ||
| Meet-the-Expert (60’) | These educational sessions commonly target a smaller audience to facilitate interaction. The topics should have practical relevance. The session should allow for discussion with the experts and include the exchange of personal views, direct interaction, discussion of cases and experiences on a matter (“how best to ...” sessions). | 2 speakers from two different countries delivering short introductory talks (10-12’), elaborating on a common topic, followed by interactive discussion and audience engagement which are the core of this session format. No chairperson |
Educational Session (120’) | Educational Sessions (formerly branded Educational Workshops) contain review talks and/or case studies that lend themselves to discussions. The goal of this format is education while focusing on core topics in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. Individual talks should be complementary and cohesive within the session. Educational Sessions can also involve case discussions and be interactive (e.g. via polling). | 4 talks of 20’ each + 40’ panel discussion 4 speakers from three different countries 2 chairpersons from two additional countries if possible (one chairperson may be selected out of the speakers) In special circumstances, 3h sessions may be considered |
| Open Forum | Open Forums are held during the lunch break in designated open spaces (Arenas) where speakers discuss with the audience ideas and views on a particular issue. Typically, Open Forums feature controversies and policy-related aspects. Speakers can make use of electronic presentations, but that is not mandatory. The allocation of time to presentations and discussions is tailored for each session, depending on its specific agenda. | 3-5 speakers 1 chairperson |
| Pipeline Corner | This session type allows small innovative pharmaceutical companies and start-ups, with early-stage diagnostic or therapeutic solutions, to present their products to a wider audience. For details on Pipeline Corners, please see the Exhibition Guide. These sessions are held in designated open space Arenas. | 4-6 pitches from different companies/institutions/start-ups 1 chairperson |
| Oral Session | Oral Sessions bring the most recent scientific findings. Each session features a range of selected abstracts covering a specific topic (commonly top-rated abstracts within a category). | 1-hour Oral Session 5 talks of 12’ each including discussion 2 chairpersons |
2-hour Oral Session 10 talks of 12’ each including discussion 2 chairpersons | ||
Clinical Case Session | Case Sessions feature case reports or small case series selected from submitted abstracts, which are discussed to highlight clinical lessons or share clinical experience. They are therefore meant to be instructive. Case sessions usually lump together cases from a related clinical or microbiological field. | 5 talks of around 11’ minutes each including discussion 5’ of commentary from the chair at the conclusion of the session 1 chairperson |
ePoster Flash Session | These are oral sessions featuring selected abstracts. Speakers will present the highlights of their research work using their ePosters. These sessions take place in designated open space Arenas. | 9 speakers of 6’ each including discussion (presentation from the ePosters, uploaded to ECCMID 2024 platform, rather than a powerpoint presentation, is required) 1 chairperson |
| Poster Session | Poster Sessions feature accepted abstracts that have not been assigned to oral sessions. Accepted posters are usually available during poster sessions as well as electronically. | Paper Poster Sessions are organised by sub-category of the posters and the exact schedule of the poster sessions will be communicated in January 2024 |
