We are going to miss the opportunity to have you all here with us in the Bollywood city Mumbai.
Due to the ongoing pandemic, we are going to host the conference online on a virtual platform. The conference timings are set in such a way that attendees across the globe are able to attend the sessions. We, the organisers and student volunteers, are working hard to virtually recreate the essential aspects of the conference, and provide participants an enjoyable and interactive experience.

The Platform:
We are going to use a web-based platform- Airmeet (https://www.airmeet.com/)
Airmeet is enables us to create a virtual space which will give us a common platform to attend the various sessions, as well as, to meet different people, chat with them and share ideas with each other by sitting in a virtual lounge. You will have all sessions, including formal and informal opportunities for interactions, at one place.

1) Download and installation:
Airmeet is a web-based platform. You don’t need to download or install it. You can access it through your internet browser.

2) Browser:
Currently, Google Chrome provides the best support for Airmeet. We strongly recommend to use Google Chrome browser with version 79 or later (Use incognito mode preferably) to attend ICoRD ’21.

3) Hardware requirement:
You will need to use Laptop or Desktop to experience interactive features of the platform. You may access the platform using mobile or tablet with light mode. While you will be able to hear all the sessions, none of the interactive features will be available through mobile phone.
You need to disable VPN and change firewall settings, if required. Allow your browser to use your camera and audio.
You need a stable internet connection.

4)Registration:
You will receive a private link from Airmeet/ICoRD to your registered email. You don’t need to spend time in any registration process by entering your data. You can have an easy access through a PRIVATE link sent to you. You don’t need to worry about creating your profile for yet another application. If you have not received a link yet please write to icord21.conf@iisc.ac.in

Note: Please do not register separately for Airmeet.

5)Troubleshooting Tip for the Airmeet platform:
If you face any issue while using Airmeet- first thing is to try to refresh page/restart browser, and ensure that no other video conferencing tools are active in other tabs.

In case your problem is not resolved, you may access Airmeet Live Support by clicking ‘?’ on the left bottom part of Airmeet screen.

If you are not able to join Airmeet please contact write to us immediately at- icord21.conf@iisc.ac.in
Or meet us during 1 pm to 10 pm (Indian Standard Time) at- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89180764822?pwd=Q0FnMnJaaXVmQThCUkgybDgzaUwvZz09
Meeting ID: 891 8076 4822
Passcode: ICoRD21

6. For Keynote speakers, panellists and session chairs:
- If you are joining Airmeet with your link directly for the session in which you are supposed to be on the stage, you will be able to directly enter the backstage, in case the session has not started yet.
- If you join after the session is live you will directly enter the live stage.
- We suggest that you join at least 20 to 25 minutes before the session.
- You will be able to attend all other sessions (as an atendee) with the same link. For these other sessions you will not be able to join the stage unless the host asks you to join.
- You can also join the tables in the virtual lounge any time other than when you are supposed to be on stage.

For a step-by-step guide to understand the platform–Click here

For Paper Presenters:
- Once you join with your link, you will enter the virtual conference space. You can join the virtual lounge or any session which has already started.
- Inside Airmeet, 20 minutes before your presentation session, you will get a popup message from session host to join as a speaker. Once you accept it, you will be at the backstage of the session, where you can interact with the session chair and other speakers.
- Once inside, the host will give you the instructions and the session will commence at the scheduled time.
- If you don’t get the pop-up 20 minutes before the session please contact the Help Desk situated in the virtual lounge.

For a step-by-step guide to understand the platform–Click here

For other Attendees:
- Once you join with your link, you will enter the virtual conference space.
- You can join the virtual lounge or any session that has already started.
- You may ask your questions by typing a message in Q&A tab on the left side or by raising your hand from the bottom centre panel.

For a step-by-step guide to understand the platform–Click here

Pre-conference practice session:

This is probably the first time you will be using the platform. We have arranged for a practice session for all paper presenters, keynote speakers and chairs. We strongly recommend that you to attend the practice session and try your system and presentation. The Airmeet virtual space will be open on the 5th and 6th of January 2021 for a trial. It will also give you the chance to get to know the platform so you can enjoy the conference with all the features provided by Airmeet. Our volunteers will help you troubleshoot any issues and assist you to take a trial in projecting your presentation before the event.

Practice session:
5th & 6th January 2021
1.30 pm to 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm (Indian Standard Time)
1.30 pm to 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm to 8.30 pm (Indian Standard Time)

Join the Airmeet with the link you have received. You will land on the event page- ICoRD 2021. Enter the event and click on the Lounge from the left side bar. You will find the help desk tables. Join any table and our volunteers will guide you from there. You may also check the schedule.

If you are not able to join Airmeet please contact write to us immediately at- icord21.conf@iisc.ac.in
Or meet us during 1 pm to 10 pm (Indian Standard Time) at- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89180764822?pwd=Q0FnMnJaaXVmQThCUkgybDgzaUwvZz09
Meeting ID: 891 8076 4822
Passcode: ICoRD21

Social Interactions:
Social interaction is the soul of any conference. Airmeet provides a wonderful platform to meet all attendees during the next few days. Apart from attending the sessions, you may join different tables in the lounge and take part in any discussion. You may gather the group of researchers and have an academic debate, or you may just sit with your friends and talk about life during the pandemic. You may also use the networking button in the lounge (top bar) to randomly connect to different people.

We wish you a wonderful experience. Our volunteers are always there to help you in any difficult situation during the conference.

 

Thanks
ICoRD ’21 Team