Code of conduct

At the FEBS Advanced Lecture Course 2026 – MASLD: From novel liver model systems to organelle pathophysiology, we aspire to create a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming professional environment for all participants. Our goal is to facilitate valuable learning and updates across the field, while fostering meaningful connections and interactions among fellow researchers.

We expect all participants to conduct themselves with integrity and respect, contributing positively to the course's objectives. Please note the following guidelines:

Audio, Photo, and Video Recording
Recording by any device (e.g., cameras, laptops, PDAs, mobile phones, watches) during oral sessions is strictly prohibited, unless prior permission is obtained from the course organizer. Mobile phones must be switched off or set to silent mode during sessions. Recording and photography in the poster areas are also prohibited, unless consent is obtained from the poster presenter and the course organizers.

Unpublished data and communication policy
We remind participants that all unpublished data presented at the event should be regarded as confidential and not discussed outside of the meeting without the written permission of the presenter. This policy applies whether you are a professional writer/journalist or a non-journalist blogging about the course or otherwise sharing information among a group of individuals. If you are posting about the course on social media, please use the official hashtag and note the restrictions above on photos.

Other Meeting Etiquette
Be polite and respectful in all communications, whether in person or by text. Inappropriate behavior, including harassment, sexual misconduct, and identity-based discrimination, will not be tolerated.

Please respect the management of session questions and timings by the session Chairs.

Any issue can be reported to the course organizers, who reserve the right to take any action deemed appropriate for inappropriate behaviour, including revoking entry to sessions and reporting to a participant’s institution.