Annual Meeting FAQ

COVID Health & Safety Information

The health and safety of FOCIS 2024 Annual Meeting attendees remains our highest priority. To that end, FOCIS seeks to minimize the risk of infection exposure, specifically COVID-19 and its variants, by establishing health and safety protocols.

A full health and safety protocol will be published prior to the meeting. These health and safety protocols may be modified at any time by FOCIS based on its professional judgment about how best to protect the health and safety of in-person participants. Such changes will consider CDC and WHO guidance, emerging scientific evidence, existing meeting rules, and FOCIS policy. FOCIS’ health and safety protocols will also be based on federal, state, and local regulations, but FOCIS will set its own protocols based on the aforementioned input.

What types of sessions are available at the FOCIS Annual Meeting and FOCISed Pre-Meeting Courses?
FOCIS offers a variety of sessions at our annual meeting that appeal to the broader immunology community.

Monday, June 17

• Full-day FOCISed courses

Tuesday, June 18:

• Full-day FOCISed course
• Half-day FOCISed workshop
• Members Society Symposia
• Opening Keynote Presentation
• Opening Reception
• Poster and Exhibit Hall Hours

Wednesday, June 19 – Thursday, June 20

• Plenary Sessions
• Thematic Sessions
• Oral Abstract Sessions
• Evening Keynote Presentation (Wednesday and Thursday)
• Poster and Exhibit Hall Hours

Friday, June 21

• Plenary Sessions
• Thematic Sessions
• Keynote Presentation

What is included in my meeting registration?

All registrations (advance, late, onsite) give attendees access to the Members Society Symposia, plenary, thematic, abstract presentation, and keynote sessions. Admittance to the Poster and Exhibit Hall is also included.

Is there a digital version of the FOCIS Annual Meeting Program?

Yes. A preliminary interactive program will be available in early 2024. It will be continuously updated up until and through the meeting. A final version of the program (PDF) will be posted about 1-2 weeks before the meeting on the interactive program page. A printed program book will also be available to all attendees onsite at the FOCIS Annual Meeting.

Does FOCIS offer any specific networking events for attendees?
Yes. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights each feature a reception in which the poster and exhibit halls will be open for perusal by attendees, and hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served.

Exclusively for FOCIS members, we offer a member lounge throughout the conference, as well as a Member Reception on Wednesday night.

Will sessions be recorded for viewing at a later date?
At this time, there are no plans to record or live-stream sessions for later viewing. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Is there a registration cut-off date?

You can register online until June 10. Onsite registration will be available June 17-21. However, please note that our advance registration pricing ends May 5, 2024, and prices increase for late and on-site registrants.  Please refer to our registration page for more information.

Are presentation slides available for the sessions?
FOCIS does not share presentation slides for the Annual Meeting sessions. FOCISed course presentation slides will be available on the course resources page when they are available.

How do I receive a certificate of attendance?
To receive a certificate of attendance, it is required to first complete the meeting evaluation. After you finish the evaluation, a PDF of your certificate of attendance will be generated and emailed to you shortly from FOCIS. If needed, you can email info@focisnet.org to follow up on your request for a certificate of attendance or to ask any questions.

How do I give feedback for the Annual Meeting?
We would love to receive your feedback! The evaluation link will be sent via email to all registrants on the last day of the conference, and it will also be found in our mobile app.

Does FOCIS 2024 registration give me access to the FOCISed pre-meeting courses and Big Data Workshop?
No, the FOCISed pre-meeting courses and Big Data Workshop require separate registration and fees. Please note that two-course packages are available at a discounted rate. You can add a one-course or two-course package to your existing FOCIS 2024 registration. Please visit the FOCISed courses webpage for more information.

Where do I access the slides for the presentations?
Slides will be available on the applicable course resource webpage. The webpage link is emailed to all course or workshop registrants before the event. Please reach out to the FOCIS Executive Office at info@focisnet.org if you are unable to locate these resources.

I am interested in attending all of the FOCISed pre-meeting courses. How can I register for more than two?
Unfortunately, since the courses are scheduled concurrently, you can only attend up to two.

Are any of the FOCISed Pre-Meeting Courses being recorded or livestreamed?
No, all FOCISed courses will be held in person.

I just want to attend a FOCISed Pre-Meeting Course, but I am unable to attend FOCIS 2024. Is this possible?
Yes, you are welcome to register for just a one-course or two-course package without attending the FOCIS 2024 Annual Meeting.

How do I access the abstract posters?
Posters are available for viewing on-site at the meeting. This year, we do not have an option to view the posters online. We apologize for any inconvenience.

When will the poster hall be open?
The poster hall will be open throughout most of FOCIS 2024, beginning the night of Tuesday, June 18, and extending through Thursday, June 20. Poster authors will be present and answer questions live on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights of the meeting during the attendee receptions.

How do I know which posters are being presented each day?
Each poster is assigned a poster number beginning with a letter designation and a number (e.g., W399). The first letters indicate the presentation day (W = Wednesday, Tu = Tuesday, Th = Thursday).

I would like to search for a poster. How do I do that?
In the FOCIS 2024 mobile app, as well as our interactive program microsite, there is a search functionality that allows you to search for abstracts by poster number, author’s last name, and more. This will be available in early June.

Is there a list of all the scientific abstracts that were submitted for the meeting?
Yes. Accepted abstracts are published in our Abstract Supplement, which is a PDF file available on the FOCIS website, microsite, and mobile app. This will be published in early June and is available to the public.

Will there be an exhibit hall at the meeting?
Yes, there is an exhibit hall. If you are interested in participating as an exhibitor, please submit an interest form or reach out to us at info@focisnet.org to discuss exhibiting further.

When can I visit the exhibit hall?
The Exhibit Hall will be located in Salon 9 and open during the following hours:

• Tuesday, June 18: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, June 19: 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
•  Thursday, June 20: 7:30 a.m. – 7:45 p.m.

The dedicated exhibit hall hours will be during the receptions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights.

Is my information shared with exhibitors?
Our registration form requests permission to share your mailing address, email address, or both. If you need to adjust these permissions, please contact us.

My company is interested in sponsorships. How do I discuss or confirm opportunities?
The FOCIS 2024 Sponsorship and Exhibitor Prospectus is available under the Support sub-page of the FOCIS 2024 event. Alternatively, you can submit your interest via a form here or email Caley Mutrie, FOCIS Executive Director, directly at cmutrie@focisnet.org to discuss the available opportunities.

Cancellation Policy

A refund of registration fees, less a $30 administrative fee, may be applied for in writing before June 1, 2024. After this date, no refunds will be made.

A $30 administrative fee will be assessed for registration transfers requested in writing before June 1, 2024. After this date, no transfers will be made.

Refunds requested more than 90 days after payment has been processed will be made via check payment only.

Registration List-Sharing Policy

FOCIS does not share its registration list. Companies or individuals are sending phishing emails to some FOCIS members and FOCIS 2024 Annual Meeting attendees, claiming to offer our attendee lists. This is a common, albeit unwanted, occurrence at conferences and trade shows. No third-party company is authorized to distribute or sell any email lists from our events, nor is FOCIS providing these lists or generating these messages.

If you receive an email offering to sell you a list of FOCIS 2024 Annual Meeting attendees, do not respond to it. By responding—even with a request to unsubscribe—you confirm that your email address is a valid one, which may increase the likelihood that you’ll be contacted again.

If you have any questions, please contact the FOCIS Executive Office at +1 414-359-1670 or info@focisnet.org.