1. When is the upcoming PANIC Conference scheduled to take place?
The next PANIC Conference is scheduled for May 19-22, 2025
2. Where is the PANIC Conference being held?
We will be hosting PANIC 2025 at the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR) in Rockville, Maryland.
3. When does registration open for the PANIC Conferences?
Registration is now open for PANIC 2025.
4. I am unfamiliar with the Whova platform. What role will it play in PANIC 2025?
The use of the Whova platform does not require any additional fees. The platform will be used for registration as well as information before and during the conference. It will have our speaker information, agenda, and opportunities to interact with vendors and other attendees. You can either have the app on your phone, or you can interact via a web portal, for those who don’t want to use the app itself. Visit our registration page to get started. Past Whova users will be prompted to use their existing, free log-in information to register. New Whova users will be prompted to create a free log-in and account during the registration process. The PANIC 2025 Whova app and web page will go live 3 months before the conference. We encourage attendees to check out the Whova FAQ page for additional resources, if needed.
5. What is included in the cost of my registration?
Registration includes access to the conference, and food during the conference. The agenda will be accessible via the Whova platform, either online or via mobile device.
6. I am an overseas participant and I need a letter of invitation before I can receive my visa. What is the procedure?
PANIC will provide letters of invitation upon request to conference registrants only in the following circumstances:
- Registration is paid in full – AND –
- Registrants must be with a recognized organization related to the NMR Community.
7. What services are available for special needs and requests?
PANIC encourages persons with disabilities to participate in their conference programs and activities. Please contact info@panicco.org no later than four weeks prior to the conference to request ASL interpreter services or other accommodations for special needs. If you have dietary preferences, please be sure to mark those on the space provided on the registration form when you register.
8. Can I cancel my PANIC Conference registration?
In order to receive a refund (minus the $100 processing fee), you would have needed to cancel your conference registration by the deadline noted on the registration page. No cancellation requests will be taken by phone. Cancellation requests received less than four (4) weeks prior to the first day of the event are not eligible for a refund.
9. Is the conference schedule available?
The 2025 program is still being planned. Please click here to see the past program for Nashville 2023 to familiarize yourself with the technical session content.
10. How can I attend a pre-conference Users Meeting?
Stay tuned for PANIC 2025 User Meeting registration information. User Meetings are free to registered PANIC 2025 attendees.
11. How do I submit an abstract for an oral presentation or a poster presentation for the PANIC Conference?
The PANIC 2025 call for abstracts is open. Submit your abstract here.
12. Can I see what sessions will be presented before I arrive on site?
Stay tuned for the PANIC 2025 agenda, which will be accessible via the website and whova.
13. When will the exhibit hall be open?
The exhibit hall will be open throughout the conference.
14. How can I reserve exhibitor space in the exhibit hall?
You can download the exhibitor and sponsor prospectus here.
15. How can my organization become a conference sponsor?
Sponsorship opportunities are limited, so act today. To become a PANIC sponsor and for more information, please head to the exhibitor and sponsorship web page here.
16. How can I find out about visiting attractions in the conference city and the surrounding area, and what restaurants are open and within walking distance?
Stay tuned for information about attractions in Rockville, Maryland.
17. My question is not listed here. Whom do I contact?
If you have questions that are not addressed in these FAQs, please submit your question to info@panicco.org.