FAQ I

Yes, it is very important that all abstracts are correctly formatted prior to upload. Full instructions and sample templates are available for download here:
https://www.i-meep.com/download
If you would prefer to receive these via e-mail, please send your request to: info@i-MEEP.com

Yes, it is possible to change the title of your abstract. Please send the abstract number from the confirmation e-mail, and the new title to: 
info@i-MEEP.com

Yes, if you would like to make changes you can upload the latest version via the online Author Center. We will always use the most recently uploaded version for evaluation. However, if the changes are minor, it may be better to wait and include them when you submit your extended paper.

During the abstract and paper upload process, you can include 3 authors for each submission. Due to space restrictions, only the first 3 authors will be listed in the printed program. However, in the abstract itself, and later the full paper, an unlimited number of authors can be listed. All listed authors will appear in the conference agenda and the online proceedings.

After your abstract has been evaluated and accepted, you will be asked to submit a full paper (8 - 10 pages) before the Symposium. This applies to all abstract submissions – both oral and poster – and is outlined in the Call for Papers www.i-MEEP.com/C4P under the heading ‘Abstract Submission.’ The submission of a full paper is mandatory. The reason everyone is required to submit an extended abstract is to ensure the level of information offered to participants at all MEEP events remains at a consistently high level. Out of fairness and respect to all authors who do submit a full paper, we can not make exceptions to this rule.

After your abstract has been evaluated and accepted, you will be asked to submit a full paper (8 - 10 pages). If your work has been published elsewhere, or is due to be published elsewhere, then it is acceptable to submit a slightly shorter paper (3 - 6 pages) with an abridged description of the contents, and pictures or graphs. You should make sure you refer to your publication on the first page of your abstract if you have details of this. You are also very welcome to distribute copies of your publication at the beginning of your session, which will help to generate interest in your work, as well as ensuring an ongoing high level of information exchange during the symposium.

Places for oral presentations are naturally limited, and assignment of these places is aiming for a balance between Institutes, topics, and countries, whilst adhering to the usual high-quality standards set by MEEP. It is simply not possible for all who request oral presentations to be given a place, no matter how high the quality of the contribution is. Because of the strict quality controls during the evaluation process, poster contributions are highly regarded, as poor-quality contributions will always be rejected. At the MEEP symposium several dedicated poster sessions take place, and the posters are accessible throughout the duration of the conference. Posters are always very well received, and many intense discussions and networking opportunities take place in front of the posters. In previous years authors who were initially disappointed with their poster position later admitted that it offered them the opportunity to connect directly with relevant people on a more personal level than an oral presentation would allow.

All poster contributions are listed in the program, the abstract list, and in the proceedings and published on MEEP - Microbial/Enzymatic Electrochemistry Platform: MEEP Library : European Fuel Cell Forum (i-meep.com).In addition there is a special award for the best MEEP presentation, and all presentation types (both oral and poster) are eligible for this.

Yes, an automatic confirmation is always sent after a successful upload. If you did not receive a confirmation e-mail, you should first check in your junk mail and spam folder. If you still can't find a confirmation, please send an email to info@i-MEEP.com so we can check if your upload was successful

We require all submissions to be done online via the Author Center upload feature at; www.i-MEEP.com/Upload Using the upload feature allows you to select the type of presentation (oral or poster), your publication wishes, and the subject category that best describes your work. If you have problems using this feature, please let us know, and we will be happy to help.

Please send an e-mail outlining your request to: info@i-MEEP.com
Once your attendance can be confirmed, we will send you an official invitation letter. Usually this takes between 2–7 days. Please allow enough time for this to be processed by the embassy or consulate in your home country.
Please note that in some countries appointments for Visa applications can take up to 3 months – please apply early.
Please see this page for more information on if you need a visa and how to apply: www.Swiss-Visa.ch

he conference will be held at the KKL in Lucerne, Switzerland.
The KKL is perfectly located directly opposite the main train and bus
stations, and just a few minutes’ walk from the historic old town, with its
wide array of hotels, shops and restaurants.
The lakefront location makes this a spectacular and convenient location
for all attendees.
See more information on the KKL here.

Yes, Wifi is available throughout the entire conference venue. Login details are provided at the registration desk.

Yes, a free, secure cloakroom is available throughout the conference for all attendees

Information about registration and hotel bookings can be found on www.EFCF.com/HOTEL We advise booking your hotel as early as possible, either directly with the hotel or via any of the well-known online booking sites. Lucerne is an extremely popular tourist destination and hotels often fill up quickly during the summer months, so it pays to plan ahead.

An excellent tool for seeing exactly where you are staying in relation to the conference venue is: www.map.search.ch Using the above website you can even plot a route via foot, public transport, or car from your hotel. The official address of the KKL is: 
KKL Luzern 
Europaplatz 1 
6002 Lucerne / SWITZERLAND

Zürich airport offers easy and direct access via public transport to Lucerne.

You can take a direct train from Zürich airport to Lucerne. The train station is below the airport terminal complex, and direct trains to Lucerne leave hourly. The journey takes just over an hour. Full information on train times, ticket prices, etc. can be found at www.sbb.ch in English, German, French and Italian. Please check the SBB website for the latest information before you travel.

Your partner is welcome to attend several special events which take place during the symposium. Additional tickets can be booked at the time of registration, and are strictly available on a 'first come - first served' basis. 
Dinner on the Lake 
The Swiss Surprise 
More information on the beautiful town of Lucerne can be found here; www.EFCF.com/Lucerne 

Naturally our reception staff are also available to help with ideas and suggestions, and know the local area and attractions well. Please drop by outside of the peak registration times, and they will be happy to have a chat about how to make the most of your time in beautiful Lucerne.