Registration is now open!

We warmly invite you to be part of what promises to be a lively and engaging conference. Beyond our keynote talks, the program features contributed presentations, interactive poster sessions, and a range of small-group discussions, including round tables, panels, and research walks, designed to encourage genuine exchange and connection, particularly between junior researchers and established speakers.

Participants are expected to take part in the full duration of the program in order to preserve its continuity and collaborative spirit. Please also note that attendees are responsible for arranging their own accommodation.

Participation is confirmed upon payment of the registration fee of CHF 600, which covers venue costs, meals, and related expenses. As we are keeping the conference intentionally small to preserve its interactive character, places are limited. If you are interested in attending, please contact the organizers at sos2026@inf.ethz.ch for registration details. We would be delighted to hear from you.

Registration deadline: end of June 2026.

How to Register

Dear Participant, please follow the two steps below to register for the conference and book your accommodation at Monte Verità Centre. After you contact us, we will send you the links and instructions for the following two steps. Please note that payments can only be made via credit card, TWINT, Apple Pay, or Google Pay.

Step 1 - registration and payment of the conference registration fee CHF 600

Once you have successfully paid the registration fee, you will receive two emails:

  • The first email will be sent by the Saferpay platform, confirming payment of the registration fee. Please check your spam folder.
  • The second email, from the CSF platform, will contain information for the booking of your bedroom.

Step 2 - booking and payment of the bedroom

Book your bedroom latest 15 days prior to arrival. After that date the platform is closed.

Bedroom

  • The number of single rooms is limited, and some have a shared bathroom.
  • If you wish to share a twin room with a colleague, please provide both names when booking.
  • If you wish to book a shared double room with an accompanying person (not active participant), please provide both names when booking. Be aware that accompanying persons pay the standard room price and are not entitled to the CHF 28 additional price reduction per person and night granted by CSF/ETHZ to active participants.
  • Rooms can only be booked for the conference duration through the conference arrangement. If you wish to book a pre- and/or post-night, please contact the organizers and we will direct you to the appropriate contact.
  • If there is no availability or in case you do not wish to stay at Hotel Monte Verità, you can look for another hotel in the nearby Ascona village (15 to 20 min. walking distance from Monte Verità Centre).

Meals

Your meal package is already included in the registration fee and covers the meals according to the symposium schedule.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation is possible by email until 15 days before the event at sos2026@inf.ethz.ch. The date of the email will be considered the cancellation date.

The registration fee will be reimbursed; however, a CHF 30 administrative fee will be retained to cover processing costs.

Accommodation: The cancellation policy for booked accommodation is determined by the Hotel and Conference Centre Monte Verità. Please refer to their website for the relevant terms and conditions.

Terms & Conditions Policy

The congress organizers cannot accept any liability for personal injuries sustained, or for loss or damage to property belonging to conference participants (or their accompanying persons), either during, or as a result of, the conference. Registration or accommodation fees do not include insurance. By registering and paying your fees, you accept all the above terms and conditions.