Format descriptions
The scientific programme comprises the following formats:
PLENARY LECTURES
Invited lectures of 45 min each, covering current hot topics in schizophrenia research and that are held by leading international experts.
STATE-OF-THE-ART LECTURES
The state-of-the-art lectures will provide a comprehensive update on current knowledge in the respective field. These lectures will be delivered by top European schizophrenia experts and will last 45 minutes.
DEBATE
During the pre-arranged 90-minutes debate current controversial issues will be introduced and discussed. There will be one moderator and two debators, who will lead an active debate.
SYMPOSIA
Pre-arranged and submitted symposia of 90 min each, including four presentations and 15 min for discussions covering major topics of the conference. Both symposia that are research oriented and those with a more clinical focus, will be included.
ORAL PRESENTATION SESSIONS
Submitted presentations will be grouped into thematic oral sessions of 90 min, including four papers each.
POSTER PRESENTATIONS and POSTER SESSIONS
Submitted presentations can be visited during the entire conference. The poster exhibition is open to all registered delegates.
Guided poster sessions will take place on Friday, 6 September 2024, during the lunch break from 13:00 - 14:30, chaired by senior scientists.