Note to Speakers

Speakers are asked to present themselves to their session chair at least 10 minutes before the start of their session.
Please ensure your presentation in Powerpoint or PDF format is loaded either by sending it in advance or by bringing it on a USB drive.
Those of you that are interested can download a Powerpoint template to use for their presentation (available on the Downloads page).

Since the schedule will be tight, we also ask all speakers to respect the 20 minutes timeframe they are given for their presentation in order to avoid any delays.
 

Coffee Breaks and Lunch

Morning and afternoon coffees and teas as well as the lunch will be served in the corridor outside the two main workshop rooms.
The reception will also be open during those breaks should you have any enquiries.

Evening Cocktail

In the evening, after the winner of the "Jean-Pierre Brans PROMETHEE Award" has been announced, a cocktail will be organised. This will take place in the same area as the coffee breaks.
 

Internet Access

The ULB Plaine Campus is part of the eduroam (educational roaming) network. Should your institution be part of it, you should have acces to it using your regular login credentials.
Additionally, you will get a login and password for the local WiFi network.

Name tags

Participants are asked to wear their name tags at all times during the workshop. These will give you access to the lunch at noon. Additionally, your WiFi connection credentials will be indicated on them.
 

Mobile Phones, Pagers, and Laptop Sounds

As a courtesy to presenters and colleagues, please ensure that all mobile phones, pagers, and sound from your laptop are switched off during the workshop sessions.
 

No Smoking Policy

We warn you that smoking is prohibited in Belgium in all public buildings, restaurants, bars, casinos, and public areas in hotels.
Of course, the university buildings follow this rule as well.
 

Climate

The climate in Belgium can change on a daily basis. While winters are usually cold and clear, please be prepared for the occasional rain or hail showers.
An umbrella or raincoat would therefore be advised.

Money

Belgium's unit of currency is the Euro. Foreign currency can be exchanged at banks and exchange counters (e.g. at the airport or main train stations).
Visa, Master Card, Maestro and Cirrus are accepted in most big shops and restaurants in Belgium. However, most bars and small shops only take cash.
To withdraw money, you can make use of the many ATM machines as most banks in Belgium are entirely automated.

Electricity

Electricity is supplied throughout the country at 230 volts and 50 hertz (with type C or E electric sockets), which most adapters from across the world are compatible with. However it is recommended to check the voltage of your devices before plugging anything in.

Tipping & Etiquette

All displayed prices in Belgium include all taxes (VAT of 6% or 21% depending on the product), and service is always included in restaurants and bars, so tipping is not mandatory. Service staff do not rely on tips to make up their income.
However, if you are very happy with the service you got, leaving a few euros (e.g. to round up your bill) is the way to go.

Sending Postcards

Stamps are sold in post offices and most bookshops and libraries. You can post your letters in one of the red street letter boxes or in a post office.