Q1. How can I attend ABS 2016?

A: You could attend ABS 2016 in the following forms:
1> Submit an abstract or a paper, registration instructions would be sent to you after confirmation;
2> Without paper or abstract submission, you could write an e-mail to us via abs@absconf.org and confirm about the participation information, registration instructions would be sent to you after confirmation.

Q2. What is the requirement for the paper format?

A: Abstract could be formatted according to instructions in the publication guidelines section.
The full paper does not get fixed format. After peer review, detailed format instructions would be sent to the authors. Preliminary formatting instructions could be found in the publication guidelines section.

Q3. Can I register for only one part of the conference session?

A: Unfortunately no, registration for full conference is required if you want to attend the conference.

Q4. What is the refund policy for conference registration cancellations?

A: Requests for refund or cancellation must be received in writing via email and are subject to the following schedule:
◆ Cancellations 50 days prior to the start of the conference will receive a full refund;
◆ Cancellations between 49 and 3 days prior to the start of the conference will be refunded 50% of fees;
◆ No refunds will be provided for cancellations within 3 days of the start of the conference.

Q5: What is included with the full conference registration?

A: The full conference registration includes attendance to all conference sessions, dinner and lunch during 24th-26th.

Q6: What if I’d like to bring a guest?

A: Surely, a guest is warmly welcome to participate in ABS 2016.

Q7: I have special dietary needs; how can I request special meals?

A: Normally, the meals provided by the conference are Buffet dinner and lunch. You could choose the dishes you like.

Q8: Are the conference proceedings included in my registration?

A: Yes, the conference proceedings are included in the registration.

Q9: I need a Visa to travel. How do I obtain a letter of invitation?

A: Please complete your conference registration and payment. After doing so, you could consult via abs@absconf.org to get the invitation letter. Please note: prior to receiving a letter of invitation you will need to complete and pay for your conference registration. As visa requests can take several weeks, registrants are strongly encouraged to apply for the Letter of Invitation no later than 2 months prior to the conference.

Need additional registration assistance?

Please contact the conference secretary by e-mail at abs@absconf.org, by phone (Mon. – Fri., 8:30am-5:30pm EST, excluding Chinese holidays) at +86 15300088370.