FORMAT DESCRIPTIONS
PLENARY SESSIONS (PL) Duration: 90/120 min.
EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS (ES) Duration: 60 min.
These sessions provide a broad overview of the latest clinical and basic science research findings and state-of-the-art infor- mation in the field of ADHD. Each session is composed of three to four 30-minute lectures presented by international well-known experts in the field of ADHD. After the talks there will be no discussion.
Educational Seminars are designed to be informal and inter- active and provide up-to-date information on a single topic. The courses highlight both the clinical and basic science of topics relevant to ADHD. These seminars provide ample time for questions and a discussion period at the conclusion of the presentations. Attendance is limited to allow participants greater opportunities for active participation. Therefore, it is recommendable to book the ticket together with the congress registration online or to check ticket availability on-site at the registration counter. Tickets will be handled on a 'first-come, first-served' basis. Registration fee per session: EUR 60. Only valid in combination with the congress registration fee.
HOT TOPIC SYMPOSIA (HT) Duration: 90 min.
Hot Topic Symposia feature comprehensive reviews of the most recent research results as well as practical issues in the field of ADHD. Each 90-minute symposium, presented by internationally recognized clinicians and neuroscientists, con- tains a theme of topical interest and is composed of three or four lectures, with a maximum of 20 minutes. After the talks there will be short discussions.
MEET-THE-EXPERT SESSIONS (ME) Duration: 60 min.
Meet-the-Expert Sessions will allow participants to meet in small groups with outstanding researchers and clinicians in the field of ADHD. The format is designed to facilitate informal discussions, allowing participants to present their questions and gain new perspectives. The sessions are open to all parti- cipants but tickets are handled strictly on a 'first-come, first- served' basis. Registration fee per session: EUR 60. Only valid in combination with the congress registration fee.
PRO-CON-DEBATE (PC) Duration: 90 min.
In this debate a current controversial issue in the field of ADHD is introduced and discussed. This session is designed to involve all attendees of the congress. One moderator and two dis- cussants (pro and con) will raise interactive and lively debates. EARLY CAREER SCIENTIST AWARD SYMPOSIUM (ECSAS) Duration: 90 min. There are two symposia dedicated to Early Career Scientists selected from submitted abstracts by the Scientific Program Committee, each comprising four 20-minute lectures and chaired by recognized experts for the featured topic. Applicants must be 35 years old or younger at the time of submission. One symposium is held in honour of Joseph Sergeant. The second is held in honour of Joseph Biederman (†).
GRAND ROUND (GR) Duration: 90 min.
This is an interactive session moderated by a well-known ex- pert, where a topic of interest relevant to ADHD is presented. The topic presented will represent a challenge of broad interest to the audience and aim to nurture discussions.
GUIDED POSTER TOURS (P) Duration: 120 min.
LATE BREAKING NEWS (LN) Duration: 30 min.
The Guided Poster Tours gather the accepted posters submit- ted and give each delegate an opportunity to view their colleagues´ posters on the most current findings in the field of ADHD. Posters will be grouped by topics for the conveni- ence of those attending the sessions. The tours are chaired by leaders in various fields of ADHD. During the tours, the first author of the abstract will have 3 minutes to explain the work and then answers questions for 3 minutes. The posters will be displayed in the poster exhibition hall for the duration of one presentation day.
During these sessions speakers discuss most recently published papers on ADHD, which they consider clinically most important and cutting-edge in their discipline. These sessions are a great way to get up-to-speed with the latest development in the field of ADHD.
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