UKABCS Support for the International Conference on Advanced Computational Models in Medicine and Biotechnology

Conference Date: 15 December 2025 (Hybrid: London in-person + online)Application Deadline for Support: 10 December 2025 (23:59 GMT)The UK Association for Biotechnology & Computational Science (UKABCS) is pleased to announce a dedicated Support Scheme for researchers, faculty members, and students wishing to attend or present at the International Conference on Advanced Computational Models in Medicine and Biotechnology. Through this programme, UKABCS will provide a 50% reduction in registration fees for eligible participants, whether presenting abstracts or posters, or attending without presenting. This initiative is designed to reduce financial barriers, foster inclusivity, and empower researchers across all career stages, in full alignment with UKRI standards of transparency, fairness, and accountability.

Why This Support Matters

For many researchers, the cost of international conference participation remains a significant barrier. UKABCS is committed to:

• Expanding access for students, early-career researchers, and academics worldwide.
• Strengthening scientific exchange across disciplines and geographies.
• Promoting equity by offering support to both members and non-members under fair and transparent criteria.
• Building capacity in computational sciences through international collaboration.

What the Support Covers

• 50% reduction on the fixed registration fee set by the conference organizers.
• Applicable to all participation types:
  • Abstract presenters (oral or poster).
  • Poster-only contributors.
  • General attendees without presentations.
• Support applies equally to online and in-person registrations.

⚠️ Important: The full registration fee remains unchanged by the organizers. UKABCS covers 50% of the fee through verified support.

Who Can Apply?

• UKABCS Members 
• Non-members: faculty members, research groups, postgraduate students (MSc/PhD), undergraduate students with research interest.

Equity & Inclusion Commitment (EDI): Special encouragement for applications from women, early-career researchers, and researchers based in developing or middle-income countries.

Two Application Pathways

1️⃣ For UKABCS Members

• Members complete the Member Support Form.
• Upon verification of membership, a personal discount code is issued via email.
• This code is non-transferable and linked directly to the member’s name and institutional email.

2️⃣ For Non-Members (Researchers & Students)

• Non-members may also apply for support by completing the Open Support Formand providing:
  1. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  2. A Recommendation Letter from a professor/supervisor or senior collaborator.
  3. A Statement of Intent (1 page) describing how this support will contribute to their academic progress, research, or institutional collaboration.
• Applications are evaluated based on academic merit, clarity of intent, and potential impact.
• Approved applicants receive a personal discount code via email within 48 hours (accelerated due to the conference date).

Compliance with UKRI Standards

This scheme has been designed to ensure:

• Fair Access: Both members and non-members can apply under transparent, published criteria.
• No Hidden Fees: The discount is applied only via official codes, and no additional charges are imposed.
• Accountability: All support awards are documented, and selection follows clear evaluation standards.
• EDI Alignment: Applicants are assessed with attention to gender balance, early-career support, and geographical inclusivity.
• Data Protection: All personal data is handled under UK GDPR and UKABCS safeguarding policies.

How the Discount Works

1. Once approved, the participant receives a unique personal code by email.
2. The code is entered during registration at the conference payment portal.
3. The registration fee is automatically reduced by 50%.
4. Codes are strictly personal, one-time use, and non-transferable.

Key Dates

• Support Application Deadline: 10 December 2025 (23:59 GMT).
• Notification of Support Awards: Within 48 hours of application.
• Conference Date: 15 December 2025 (London – hybrid).

How to Apply

• Members: Apply via the UKABCS Member Support Form.
• Non-Members: Apply via the UKABCS General Support Application Form.
• For questions: 📩 programmes-grants@ukabcs.co.uk