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How do I register for the symposium?
You can register by filling out the online application form at this link.

Will the symposium be accessible online?
The symposium will not be accessible online.

How much is the registration fee, and how do I pay?
The registration fee for attendance is €100 or CZK 2500 for EFIS-affiliated society members and €140 or CZK 3500 for non-members.
Payment is by bank transfer to the Czech society of Immunology, and details will be sent to you by email after your registration.  
PLEASE NOTE: Your national society membership must be paid in full for the year 2026 to be eligible for the Member Rate. If you have questions about your membership status, please email your national society.

Can I cancel my registration?
You can cancel your registration by sending us an email to conference@yefis.org.
However, no refunds or reimbursements will be issued upon cancellation.

What is included in the registration fee (in-person attendance)?
The registration fee covers attendance to lectures and presentations, conference materials, lunches, coffee and pastries during breaks, and social events. It does not include accommodation.

Will I receive confirmation of my registration?    
After you register, an immediate email confirmation will be sent to the email address you provided.

Can I pay the registration fee through my lab/institute?
You can request to pay the registration fee through your lab or institute by sending us an email to conference@yefis.org stating:
Please issue an invoice to ... (your lab or institute, and the exact invoice address) for the registration of ... (your full name) to the yEFIS 3rd Symposium. The registration fee is ...
€100 or CZK 2500 as I am a member of the ... society
OR
€140 or CZK 3500, as I am not a member of an EFIS-affiliated society.

Will I receive confirmation of payment of the registration fee?
After you pay the registration, a payment email confirmation will be sent to the email address you provided. 

How can I request an invoice for my registration?
If you require an official invoice for payment of your registration fee, please email us at conference@yefis.org with your full name and email address.

Will I be refunded if I have to cancel my registration?
Unfortunately, no refunds will be issued. If the symposium is canceled, the full registration will be refunded to each registrant. Travel or housing reservation cancellations are the responsibility of the attendee.

Can I cancel my registration if my abstract is not selected for presentation?
If your abstract is not selected for an oral presentation or a flash talk, we might suggest you present your data in the form of a poster.
However, even if your abstract is not selected, we strongly encourage you to attend the symposium and get the opportunity to participate in our workshops specifically targeting early career researchers and network with peers from all over Europe (and the world) while discussing science.
No refunds will be issued upon cancellation.

Can I register on-site?
Registration on-site will not be possible.

Do I have to submit an abstract?
No, abstract submission is not mandatory.

How do I submit an abstract?
Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email with a link for abstract submission. Follow the link to complete the abstract submission form. 

Can I apply for a travel grant?
EFIS-EJI Travel Awards are offered in conjunction with abstract submission. Award recipients receive funds to assist with travel expenses to the yEFIS 3rd Symposium.
Travel grants will be awarded on the basis of scientific merit. Membership to an EFIS-affiliated society is required to qualify.

Must I attend the conference on all days?
You may attend any part of the conference that you are available for. However, the registration fee remains the same.

Will I receive a certificate of attendance for the symposium?
A digital certificate of attendance will be sent to you by e-mail after the symposium.

Can I request an invitation letter from my visa application?
If an entry visa is required, please contact us at conference@yefis.org with your full name, country of origin and country of residence. The invitation letter implies no obligation by the Organisers to cover registration fees, accommodation, travel expenses or any other costs connected with participation in the meeting.

How do I get to the symposium venue?
Directions to the Pavilion IMPAKT at the Charles University can be found in the section Venue on the yEFIS Symposium menu.

Where can I stay during the symposium?
Accommodation options may be shared closer to the event. You can look for accommodation in central and well-connected areas of Prague, such as Holešovice, Karlín, Old Town (Staré Město), New Town (Nové Město), or other districts with good access to the metro and public transport network. You are advised to check travel times to the venue using online maps or route planners when choosing your accommodation.

Is there a dress code for the symposium?
There is no dress code for the meeting.

Have a question we haven't addressed here?
Email us at conference@yefis.org and we will get back to you as soon as possible!