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The Victorian Branch of the Australian Society of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (ASMIRT), along with our colleagues from the New Zealand Institute of Medical Radiation Technology (NZIMRT) warmly welcome delegates for the 4th combined ASMIRT-NZIMRT conference, to be held online from Friday 4 June to Monday 7 June 2021 and is named Re-vision.
The theme of “Vision” offers a broad range of options and for us, a focus of innovation, imagination and ideas. Our mission statement is to deliver a conference that provides high quality content and delivery of presentations. We also have a focus on presentations that introduce new and emerging technologies and techniques and clinically applicable content, with online opportunities for delegates to gather and network.
We look forward to showcasing our talented presenters and providing a conference that embraces the vision of all who attend.
Wondering what ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 is going to be like? Watch this video of the ASMIRT/AACRT 2019 Conference.
What will the online offering look like?
ASMIRT and NZIMRT are excited to be offering our first virtual conference.
Join us online to experience the 200+ oral presentations, 175+ presenters, earn 65+ CPD hours, engage with fellow colleagues and sponsors, and much more.
Importantly, our immersive 3D virtual platform offers the ability to take notes on sessions, facilitate meetings and discussion forums, and virtual delegates will all be able to submit questions to the speakers via the session chair live.
The platform also allows for virtual delegates to interact and participate in all aspects of the conference including access to exhibitors, networking groups, posters and more. It encourages interactive engagement with the session topics with audience polling, trivia questions, competitions and games.
Everyone can get involved with our Discussion Forums which includes a live chat feature, and attendees can interact with each other during a session in a secure virtual environment – so jump in and stay engaged! There’s also a meeting hub where attendees can connect with friends and colleagues also attending and request to connect, start up a conversation via text, video call or messenger or schedule a meeting which will then be added to your timeline.
All attendees will have access to the releasable conference recordings, on demand after the event.
Why Attend? .
Speakers
Hear from some of the most influential voices in medical imaging and radiation therapy.
Community
Make connections that will carry you through 2021 and beyond. Join hundreds of like-minded professionals from Australia, New Zealand and around the globe. Time is put aside for several networking and social sessions at the Conference to maximise your opportunities to make friends and meet others with similar interests. You can also filter for like-minded professionals and connect with friends and colleagues via the Virtual platform.
Join us for ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 Conference – Re-Vision
Make Your Case
Need help presenting the benefits of ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 to your boss? Use our templates to gain approval and showcase to your employer the costs and benefits for attending.
Submit an abstract
Abstract submissions are currently closed for this conference.
Talking points
So, you want to come to ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 as you know it’s going to have the right mix of technical sessions, workshops, exhibitors and social networking. Now it’s time to convince your supervisor to provide professional and financial support for you to attend. We can help. Here are some suggestions on how to get your request approved:
Details: Give your employer the relevant details. Review the program and outline for your supervisor the sessions that would be beneficial to your professional growth and to the organisation. Create a list of short and long-term goals and find the sessions that would help you achieve them. Review the list of workplaces and titles of previous attendees and explain the kinds of connections and relationships you will be making at the event and how they will benefit your organisation.
Reasons to attend: Bolster your request by explaining top reasons you should attend ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 Re-Vision
- Networking. Relationships, including online connection opportunities, are imperative in the MRS professions. ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 Re-Vision consistently brings together top thought leaders and key influencers that you can connect with to gain insight and collaborate.
- Education. Attending ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 Re-Vision will allow you to learn more about the industry and latest innovations. You can take the knowledge you gain and invest it back in your career and the company.
- Representation. You can represent your organisation and return with contacts of individuals and vendors who you can collaborate and work with in the future. You will provide your department with key learning outcomes and share what you’ve learned.
Still need help? See below for what past attendees have said and use our email template to explain the above benefits to your employer, you can also contact conferences@asmirt.org.
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FAQs .
General FAQs
What date is the event?
4-7 June 2021
The ASMIRT-NZIMRT Conference 2021 will commence virtually from Friday 4 June – Monday 7 June. An exciting pre and post conference program is currently being curated and further details will be announced in the coming months. The Student Conference will be held across both Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 June. View the current presentation list here.
Where is the event being held?
ASMIRT-NZIMRT 2021 will be held virtually only through the OnAIR Virtual Platform facilitating an exciting program that includes not only valuable educational sessions but stimulating engagement and networking opportunities with fellow colleagues and exhibitors.
What time zone will the program be in?
Program sessions will be streamed in AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time).
Will there be changes to the program?
This event has been rescheduled and with the transition to a virtual platform, the committee are curating an exciting pre and post conference program which will be announced in the coming months. All authors who were accepted to present at the conference, and are still able to do so, remain as part of the program. View the current presentation list here
When will CPD certificates be emailed out?
CPD certificates will be issued around 2 – 4 weeks after the conference. This includes Virtual and In Person attendees. All attendees will need to log their own CPD hours for this event.
Can I purchase a registration on the day?
Virtual registrations can be purchased on the day.
In order to get the most out of your virtual conference registration we recommend registering in the weeks leading up to the event. This will give you additional time to view pre-conference sessions, online networking and setting up appointments / meetings with sponsors / exhibitors and other attendees. Virtual registrations can be purchased on any day of the conference and include on demand access for the full program.
Indemnity
In the event of industrial disruption or other unforeseen circumstances, the Host, Organising Committee, and the Organiser accept no responsibility for loss of monies incurred by delay or cancellation.
Registration FAQs
When does Registration open?
Please refer to the key dates page.
What registration options are available?
All registration types are available as student / member / non-member and lower income countries.
For virtual attendance registration is applicable for the full event (with the exception of workshops).
All registration types will include access to releasable on demand content post event.
What program elements do I have access to as a virtual delegate?
The conference is now a complete virtual event where the entire program is accessible to all attendees including post event on demand resources.
How do I ask questions at the virtual conference?
The virtual conference platform will provide options to submit questions in the Live Q&A function during sessions as well as contacting the presenter directly via the Meeting Hub and the Discussion Forum.
What networking tools are available to virtual delegates?
Virtual delegates can connect with fellow attendees, speakers and exhibitors throughout the Conference via the virtual platform Meeting Hub.
What is on-demand?
On Demand will give you access to the releasable presentations from the Conference to view at your own convenience. On demand access to presentations will be available following the close of the Conference for up to six months.
Is there an Early Bird option for Virtual Registration?
Yes, Early Bird prices are available for virtual registrations.
Early Bird ends – Monday 3 May 2021
I am an ASMIRT / NZIMRT member. How do I apply the member discount to my registration?
Simply select the ‘yes, I’m a member” option and provide your ASMIRT or NZIMRT member number where requested when registering for the event and the discount will be automatically applied.
Do I qualify as a student?
At the time of registration, you must be:
- A currently enrolled student in an undergraduate or Graduate Entry Masters (GEM) MRS program. This includes honours students.
- A presenter who has previously been accepted to present at the student conference.
I have already purchased a registration. Will this still be valid?
Registrations which have already been booked remain valid for the 4-7 June 2021 ASMIRT-NZIMRT conference including pre and post conference programs
Those with existing registrations can be transferred to a virtual registration. The ASMIRT Conference Team will be in touch with all who have purchased any registration to confirm their intentions. Any applicable differences in fees, will be invoiced or refunded accordingly.
How do I change my registration details?
Email conferences@asmirt.org for assistance.
I can no longer attend the conference. What are my options?
The conference is now being held as a virtual conference therefore attendees will be able to attend and participate to all parts of the conference program. To transfer your registration, contact the Conference team at conferences@asmirt.org. Any applicable differences in fees, will be invoiced or refunded accordingly.
As an alternative to cancellation, your registration may be transferred to another delegate without penalty.
If a refund is requested, the applicable amount will be processed back onto the credit card you used to register for the conference as per our standard Terms and Conditions.
Workshop FAQs
What workshops are available?
Workshops have limited numbers and need to be booked separately. We are currently assessing which workshops will run in person, and which will be made available virtually. Workshops can be added to registration later (see ‘How do I change my registration details’ below).
I have purchased a workshop. Will this still be valid?
We are currently assessing the viability of running workshops in person and online. We will be in touch soon with an update to this. If you have registered for a workshop that is unable to run, you will be able to swap to another if there is space available, or a refund will be available. If you have specific questions, please contact conferences@asmirt.org
How do I add a workshop to my registration?
Log back into the registration portal at any time using your username and password and add any workshop or social event to your registration. Please contact the Conference Team at conferences@asmirt.org for assistance.
Speaker/Presenter FAQs
I am a Conference Presenter – what about me?
Due to the transition to a virtual platform, all conference presenters are required to register and attend virtually. . Presenters are expected to be available during their sessions to address Live Q&A’s. The Conference Team will be in touch in the coming weeks to discuss presenting options and with further instructions
Will there be changes to the program?
This event has been rescheduled and now will be hosted virtually. Although we understand that there will be some inevitable changes to the conference program, all authors who were accepted to present at the conference, and are still able to do so, remain as part of the program. The Conference Team will be in contact shortly with all presenters to confirm presentation times and dates. View the current Presentation list here
What if the Conference location goes into lockdown or state borders close?
The conference is now a virtual event and will not be affected by any restrictions imposed by federal, state, or local Governments due to the current pandemic situation. As a presenter you will be expected to attend virtually, and The Conference Team will be in contact to arrange for recording / live streaming instructions of your presentations as applicable.
Accommodation FAQs
I have booked accommodation for the conference. What happens now?
Our Accommodation partners, InHouse Event Solutions, will be in contact with all who have booked accommodation through the portal, with further details regarding cancelling any bookings.
For all accommodation enquiries please contact Rebecca Williams at InHouse Event Solution, at conferences@inhouseeventsolutions.com or on 0424 577 281
