Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Congress held?

From October 5 to October 8 in 2025.

How can I register?

Click on this link –> https://www.isniweb.org/congress/registration/ read the information and click on the “Register Now” button.

Are there any poster guidelines?

Poster must be printed and the size should not exceed 0,9 meters in width and 2,1 meters in height. The day of the presentation will be communicated at a later stage.

Do I need to be a member to participate?

You do not have to be a member to participate, but you will get a discount if you are a member. You can sign up by clicking on this link –> https://www.isniweb.org/membership/become-a-member/

I cannot pay in YEN

No problem at all. You can pay by wire transfer or email [email protected], and we can issue an invoice and give you a payment link.

How can I plan my trip to Chiba?

Information about things to do in Chiba can be found here –> https://www.isniweb.org/congress/2017/03/02/plan-your-trip-to-chiba/

I need a room, what can I do?

You can book your room by clicking here. You’ll be redirected to the accommodation page, where a step-by-step guide will walk you through the booking process. There are no extra costs, and booking is entirely optional.

What does my registration include?

Registration include participation in all scientific activities for students, all congress activities for ordinary participants (participation in the GSNI Pre-congress Course needs to be purchased), welcome cocktail, coffee breaks, lunches and the participation to the Gala Dinner of October 5th (please note: attendance must be indicated in the Congress registration form; if you have already registered, you can log back in and add the Gala Dinner).

Will there be workshops during the conference?

Yes.

Can a sponsor cover my expenses?

Yes, a sponsor can cover your expenses, but the sponsor has to be found by you. ISNI is not searching for sponsors to cover travel or registration.

Insurance

We encourage you to purchase a travel insurance (if you are not in the possession of one) as ISNI and EEM are not liable for any expenses you might have with regards to health, travel, fraud, lost items etc.

Do you have parking facilities?

If my abstract is not selected for oral presentation

If your preference when you submitted your abstract was “oral presentation” and you do not get chosen to give an oral presentation – you will automatically be considered for a poster presentation.

I need info about the Gala Dinner

The Gala Dinner will be held on October 6th at the New Otani Makuhari Hotel, located right in front of the official ISNI 2025 venue. Participation is free, but you must indicate your attendance in the registration form. If you have already registered, you can log back into your account and add the Gala Dinner. Please note that without this indication, participation will not be possible.

DATE

October 5–8, 2025

(Sunday to Wednesday)

VENUE

Makuhari Messe

2 Chome-1 Nakase, Mihama Ward, Chiba, 261-8550, Japan