• You must be registered for the OILS25 conference.
• Submissions should align with the broad scope of the conference: life science research, innovation or open science.

• All abstracts must be submitted via the google form linked on our website
• Abstracts will be reviewed and accepted if they meet the above criteria.
• Indicate your interest in the 7-minute pitch session during registration and submission.

• Talk: 7-minute pitch + 3 minutes Q&A
• Presentation: PowerPoint, Keynote, Google Slides, or PDF

What to Cover in Your Pitch?
Research focus, challenge, importance, field fit, current status, future advancements, and collaborations.

Key Dates

• Abstract submission opens: August 1, 2025
• Abstract submission deadline: October 15, 2025
• Presenter notifications: October 15, 2025
• Conference day: October 23, 2025 (Pitch Fest, on-site and online)
• Networking reception: October 23, 2025 @ 17:30

• At this get-together, we’ll share updates and give you a glimpse into what’s ahead. We’re also keen to hear your ideas and input – they’re essential to shaping our future.
• There will be time to connect with colleagues and other participants, exchange thoughts, and spark new collaborations. We look forward to an inspiring and engaging time together!
• 👉  Please register here for the event until 31 August.

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