Integration of virtual platforms for enhanced conference experience: Data-based evidence from the Society of Interdisciplinary Placebo Studies 2021 conference.
Jessica CornellAriana TajJohn SivinskiMargaret YinParth BhatiaDesai OulaSophia FatschelPatricia FranklinJason NoelLuana CollocaChamindi SeneviratnePublished in: Frontiers in communication (2022)
Results of data analyses suggest the virtual platform allowed for those who were unable to attend to join virtually, produced moderate engagement throughout the conference, and that the majority of attendees were satisfied with the quality of the fully-virtual conference. Therefore, incorporating virtual aspects in future in-person conferences could enhance conference experience and participation.