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Guidance for speakers and chairs

Language

The preferred language for presentations (slides and lectures) is German. However, some sessions will be held in English.

Name display

Please write your name clearly on the first slide of your presentation.

Speaking times

Please prepare your presentation to ensure you stay within the allotted speaking times, which can be found in the online programme. Session chairs are instructed to intervene if time limits are exceeded.

The following speaking times apply to the plenary sessions and the event stage:

Overview presentation

15-minute presentation

 

Presentations ‘Best Of’ session

8-minuten presentation + 7-minutes of discussion

 

Presentation session

6-minute presentation + 4 minutes of discussion

 

Special Rapid Fire Presentation

4-minute presentation + 3-minutes of discussion

 

Rapid Fire Presentation

3-minute presentation + 3-minutes of discussion 

 

Please note that there is no lectern on stage. Your presentation will be supported by large preview monitors at the edge of the stage, so you can keep an eye on your content at all times. A presenter will be available to help you advance the slides, which you will receive before the start of your presentation.

All speakers will also receive a headset microphone, which allows them to move freely on stage and ensures optimal sound quality.

We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the procedure in advance and, if necessary, take advantage of a short technical briefing.
Our technical support team will be happy to assist you with this.


Presentation submission and technical information

Please submit your presentation in 16:9 format at the presentation acceptance desk.
It is also possible to upload your presentation in advance. Your personal access data will be sent to you by the end of October/beginning of November.

Format specifications

The preferred file format is .pptx, alternatively pdf files are also permitted. The use of other formats may lead to deviations due to conversion problems or may not be played.

A notebook with PDF reader and Microsoft PowerPoint 2021 will be provided for your presentation.
The use of your own notebook is not possible.

Please consult us in advance if you wish to use non-digital media.


Presentations with embedded videos

When using video sequences, please note the following:

The CODEC required for playback must be included and PowerPoint must support playback: Instructions
Your video(s) must be embedded: Instructions
Please prepare your contribution so that the allocated time (speaking time and discussion) is adhered to. You can find this information at the top of this page or in the online programme. The chairpersons are requested to avoid exceeding the allocated time.

Disclosure of conflicts of interest

In accordance with international standards on the necessary transparency of potential conflicts of interest (COI), we ask you to disclose your business, personal and/or material relationships with industrial companies, consulting firms or cost bearers or sponsors of medical institutions within the scope of your involvement.

For a lecture, please precede your presentation with the corresponding declaration on a separate slide.

A modern format for effective presentations of abstract submissions!

This year, Rapid Fire Presentations will be given once again a stage on the Event Stage. Supported by silent technology (headphones for listeners to block out background noise), exciting interactive sessions will take place in the middle of the industry exhibition and parallel to the main programme.


Presentation submission and technical information

Prior upload of your Rapid Fire Presentation is mandatory. Your personal access data will be sent by the end of October/beginning of November.

Please upload your Rapid Fire Presentation by 26 November 2026.

Format specifications

File type: PDF  
Format: Landscape 16:9
Resolution: min. 3840x2160     
The font size in the body text should not be smaller than 30.
Please write the Rapid Fire ID clearly in red in the top right-hand corner of the slide.
Max. 6 slides (1x cover sheet, 1x conflict of interest, 4x content)

In addition to the presentation of the Rapid Fire Presentation as short lectures, all Rapid Fires will also be made available at self-study terminals within the industry exhibition. Multiple submissions are not necessary for this. Therefore, please submit only one presentation.

Please note: Animations, sound and links cannot be played. If you do use animations, they will be automatically removed, as only the ‘final state’ of each slide is displayed on the terminals.

 

Information about silent technology on the event stage

Headphones are available at the silent technology counter, right next to the stage. Operation is intuitive; pressing the button changes the channels. The event stage can be accessed on the ‘green’ channel. Headphones must be returned to the counter immediately after the programme item.

Disclosure of conflicts of interest

In accordance with international standards on the necessary transparency of potential conflicts of interest (COI), we ask you to disclose your business, personal and/or material relationships with industrial companies, consulting firms or cost bearers or sponsors of medical institutions within the scope of your involvement.

For a lecture, please precede your presentation with the corresponding declaration on a separate slide.

A modern format for effective presentations of abstract submissions!

This year, Rapid Fire Presentations will be given once again a stage on the Event Stage. Supported by silent technology (headphones for listeners to block out background noise), exciting interactive sessions will take place in the middle of the industry exhibition and parallel to the main programme.


Presentation submission and technical information

Prior upload of your Rapid Fire Presentation is mandatory. Your personal access data will be sent by the end of October/beginning of November.

Please upload your Rapid Fire Presentation by 26 November 2026.

Format specifications

File type: PDF  
Format: Landscape 16:9
Resolution: min. 3840x2160     
The font size in the body text should not be smaller than 30.
Please write the Rapid Fire ID clearly in red in the top right-hand corner of the slide.
Max. 5 slides (1x cover sheet, 1x conflict of interest, 3x content)

In addition to the presentation of the Rapid Fire Presentation as short lectures, all Rapid Fires will also be made available at self-study terminals within the industry exhibition. Multiple submissions are not necessary for this. Therefore, please submit only one presentation.

Please note: Animations, sound and links cannot be played. If you do use animations, they will be automatically removed, as only the ‘final state’ of each slide is displayed on the terminals.

 

Information about silent technology on the event stage

Headphones are available at the silent technology counter, right next to the stage. Operation is intuitive; pressing the button changes the channels. The event stage can be accessed on the ‘green’ channel. Headphones must be returned to the counter immediately after the programme item.

 

Disclosure of conflicts of interest

In accordance with international standards on the necessary transparency of potential conflicts of interest (COI), we ask you to disclose your business, personal and/or material relationships with industrial companies, consulting firms or cost bearers or sponsors of medical institutions within the scope of your involvement.

For a lecture, please precede your presentation with the corresponding declaration on a separate slide.

In the lecture hall, you will find a lectern with a laptop and a presenter for advancing slides.


Presentation submission and technical information

Please submit your presentation in 16:9 format at the presentation reception desk.
It is also possible to upload your presentation in advance. Your personal access data will be sent to you by the end of October/beginning of November.


Format specifications

The preferred file format is .pptx, but PDF files are also permitted. The use of other formats may lead to deviations due to conversion problems or may not be playable.

A laptop with PDF Reader and Microsoft PowerPoint 2021 will be provided for your presentation.
The use of your own laptop is not possible.

If you wish to use non-digital media, please consult us in advance.

Presentations with embedded videos

When using video sequences, please note the following:

The CODEC required for playback must be included and PowerPoint must support playback: Instructions
Your video(s) must be embedded: Instructions
Please prepare your contribution so that the allocated time (speaking time and discussion) is adhered to. You can find this information at the top of this page or in the online programme. The chairpersons are requested to avoid exceeding the allocated time.

 

Disclosure of conflicts of interest

In accordance with international standards on the necessary transparency of potential conflicts of interest (COI), we ask you to disclose your business, personal and/or material relationships with industrial companies, consulting firms or cost bearers or sponsors of medical institutions within the scope of your involvement.

For a lecture, please precede your presentation with the corresponding declaration on a separate slide.

As a speaker at a lunch workshop, please coordinate the submission of your presentation with the organising company.

Presentation submission and technical information

Presentations can be submitted directly in the workshop room from 30 minutes before the start of the lunch workshop.
If you have any technical questions in advance, please contact the technical support team at the presentation reception.


In the lecture hall, you will find a lectern with a laptop and a presenter for advancing slides.

Format specifications

The preferred file format is .pptx, but pdf files are also permitted. The use of other formats may lead to deviations due to conversion problems or may not be played.

A laptop with PDF reader and Microsoft PowerPoint 2021 will be provided for your presentation.
It is not possible to use your own laptop.

Presentations with embedded videos

When using video sequences, please note the following:

The CODEC required for playback must be included and PowerPoint must support playback: Instructions
Your video(s) must be embedded: Instructions
Please prepare your contribution so that the allocated time (speaking time and discussion) is adhered to. You can find this information at the top of this page or in the online programme. The chairpersons are requested to avoid exceeding the allocated time.

 

  • Please familiarize yourself with the current online program before your session begins. We will also notify you via email of any last-minute program changes or cancellations. Should a presentation be cancelled at short notice, the resulting free time may be used for an extended discussion or for the remaining presentations.
  • Please arrive at the lecture hall 5–10 minutes before your session begins.
  • Please ensure that speakers adhere to their allotted speaking time to guarantee the smooth running of the program.
  • Moderate the Q&A session following the presentations and, if necessary, stimulate discussion by asking one or two questions of your own.
  • For any organizational or technical questions, please contact the on-site congress team.