When you apply to present at a conference, you'll often be asked to provide a letter of motivation along with your abstract and CV. This is used to decide which applicants will be invited to give a talk or poster presentation at the conference.

You know that you ought to be attending conferences as part of your academic career, but why? Here are five of the top benefits of attending conferences: Download the Conference Monkey Directory - 6 Month Conference List

We've talked before about how conferences are a great opportunity to network as well as to hear about the latest research in your field and to present your own work to the academic community. But how can you make the most of your networking opportunities while you are at a conference? What's the best way to make contacts and to keep in touch when you meet someone who could be a part of your network? Here are our tips on smart networking during academic conferences. Ask questions after talks

It's important for your career and for your professional development to attend academic conferences. Conferences are where you can meet other researchers working in your subject, get feedback on your work from experts, and see early previews of the latest research in your field. They can also be a fun opportunity to travel and see new places and try new foods.

If you haven't been to a conference before and you're planning to attend one soon, then today we're sharing some tips to make your first conference experience better: Download the Conference Monkey Directory - 6 Month Conference List

As well as being opportunities to meet new people, to network, and to hear about the latest research in your field, conferences are attended by people from all around the world. If you need to arrange a meeting with a researcher who is based in another country, then conferences are good locations to use as you'll both be in the same place at the same time. What sort of meetings might you arrange during conferences? We'll discuss this in today's article.

You've checked the program, you've prepared your slides, you've booked your accommodation, so now you're all ready to head off to your academic conference. Just one problem – you need to decide what you're going to wear and pack it before you leave. What is acceptable attire for a conference, and how can you make sure that what you're wearing is appropriate? We're here to help with our guide on what to wear to academic conferences. We've already covered what women should wear in a separate post, so today we're looking at tips for men.