General information

Official Language

The language of the conference is English.

Climate 

For weather information and forecasts, please visit:

  • smhi.se (Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute)
  • yr.no (Norwegian Radio cooperation with Norwegian Meteorological Institute)
Local Currency

The Swedish monetary unit is the Swedish krona (SEK), divided into 100 öre. Approximately: Euro 1=SEK 10.5, USD 1=SEK 10, GBP 1=SEK 12. Major credit cards are accepted almost everywhere. There are several currency exchange offices and cash dispensers at Stockholm Arlanda International Airport and in Stockholm. Please note: There are many cashless shops in Sweden and we recommend you to bring a credit card that is open for transactions made abroad.

Exchange rates may vary. To see current exchange rates, please visit ask your bank, or visit a web based currency converter, for example oanda.com, x-rates.com, or your choice of bank or converter service.

Electricity

In Sweden the electrical voltage used is 220/230V.

Passport and Visas

Delegates are advised to contact the nearest embassy, consulate or travel agency for information about the passport and visa requirements from their country for entry to Sweden.

Force Majeure

The organisers are not liable for any claims for damages and/or losses if the entire conference has to be cancelled due to a force majeure incident.

Disclaimer

The organisers are not liable for damages and/or losses of any kind which may be incurred by the conference delegates or by any other individuals accompanying them, both during the official activities as well as going to/from the conference. Delegates are responsible for their own safety and belongings.

Insurance and Vaccinations

The registration fee does not cover insurance for the delegates. The organisers recommend that delegates take out insurance in their home country to cover pre-journey cancellation for personal reasons and necessary insurance to cover accidents, medical expenses and loss of personal belongings during the visit. No vaccinations are needed when visiting Sweden.

Contact

For questions regarding the scientific programme, please contact Johanna Sandgren:
johanna.sandgren@ki.se

For questions regarding registration, please contact the conference administration secretariat, Academic Conferences: btbsymposium@akademikonferens.se

For questions and support regarding abstract submission, please contact the conference administration secretariat, Academic Conferences: 
btbsymposium@akademikonferens.se

Important dates

5 Sep 2022

Abstract submission opens

14 Nov 2022

Extended deadline abstract submission

21 Nov 2022

Notification of acceptance

22 Nov 2022

Registration closes

1-2 Dec 2022

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