🎓 Doctoral Symposium

We are pleased to share the tentative program for the Doctoral Symposium at MIDL 2026.
This event is designed to provide an enriching and engaging experience for trainees, including graduate students and postdoctoral researchers, with opportunities to connect with both academic and industry professionals.

📅 Symposium Agenda

July 7, 2026

☀️ Morning

🕘 9:00 – 9:45 AM
Breakfast & Check-in

🕤 9:45 – 10:00 AM
Opening Remarks & Welcome to MIDL and Taiwan
- Introduction to the Young Researchers Board (YRB)

🕙 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Keynote Talk

🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Networking Session
- Hosted by the Young Researchers Board (YRB)

🍴 Midday

🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Lunch

🌤️ Afternoon

🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Panel Discussion: Early Career Professionals

🕑 2:00 – 2:45 PM
3-Minute Poster Pitch Session
- Practice your poster pitch in an informal setting
- Open sign-up
- 🏆 Prizes available for top pitches!

🕝 2:45 – 3:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Wrap-Up

🚆✨ 3:00 – 6:00 PM | Train & Explore Taipei

Take advantage of this dedicated time to explore the city with fellow attendees!

• 🎟️ Complimentary two-way train pass provided
• 📸 Shared photo album for participants
• 🏆 Photo Contest: Prize for the best photo of the day!

🌙 Evening

🕡 6:30 PM
🍜 Optional Dinner & Night Market Visit
- Group walk to a local night market
- Participants cover their own dinner

📌 Notes

• Please arrive on time for all sessions
• Networking sessions are informal and highly encouraged
• More details (including keynote speaker and panelists) will be announced soon