The Early Career Committee (ECC) invites you to join us at the ISTH Bangkok Early Career Lounge! Located in the Exhibition Hall, this space is tailored to early career professionals.

 

Enjoy networking opportunities and an exclusive space to take a break from 9:45 AM to 17:00, June 23 - 25. See a schedule of activities hosted by the ISTH ECC below:

 

Sunday, June 23

• 10:45 – 11:15: ISTH 2024 Congress Guide for First-timers
  Will ISTH Bangkok be your first ISTH Congress or are you intrigued about optimizing your Congress journey? Join the ISTH ECC and fellow first-timers to glean insights on making the most of the Congress, from start to finish and beyond.

• 12:15 – 12:45: Meet the SSC Leadership and learn how to get involved
  Join for an opportunity to connect with leaders of the Scientific and Standardization Committee (SSC) and explore avenues for involvement. From joining an SSC subcommittee to serving as one of the early career designated co-chairs, the SSC offers a number of ways for early career professionals to get involved!

• 12:45 – 13:45: ISTH Opportunities for Early Career Professionals
  Discover the many opportunities the ISTH has to offer for early career professionals! Gain firsthand insights from previous recipients of ISTH Fellowships, Reach-the-World Fellowships, and the Fundamental Research Career Development Awards during this engaging networking and Q&A activity.

• 16:00 – 17:00: Fireside Chat: Maximizing the Benefits of Mentorship Relationships
  Join for an enriching dialogue led by Prof. Omolade Awodu, Dr. May Anne Cheong, and the ISTH Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee as they share tips on how to make the most of mentor/mentee relationships.

 

Monday, June 24

• 10:45 – 11:15: Meet the SSC Leadership and learn how to get involved
  Join for an opportunity to connect with leaders of the Scientific and Standardization Committee (SSC) and explore avenues for involvement. From joining an SSC subcommittee to serving as one of the early career designated co-chairs, the SSC offers a number of ways for early career professionals to get involved!

• 12:45 – 13:45: Early Career Professionals in the Spotlight (occurring in the ISTH Academy Live Space, directly next to the Early Career Lounge)
  Curious about the journey to a successful abstract? Join this event showcasing some of the top-scoring early career abstract presenters from ISTH Bangkok. Learn about their process, network, and set yourself up for success at future ISTH Congresses.

• 16:00 – 17:00: Peer Mentoring: Focus on Transition Phases
  Join the ISTH ECC and connect with other early career professionals to learn how to successfully advance into the next phase of your career. Whether you’re a recent graduate, post-doc/resident, or embarking on the path to junior faculty, discuss navigating these exciting transitions together.

 

Tuesday, June 25

• 10:45 – 11:15: Meet the Early Career Committee and How to Get Involved
  Come meet and mingle with members of the ISTH Early Career Committee (ECC) to discover more about the committee's activities throughout the Society and gain insights into the experience of serving on the committee.

• 16:00 – 17:00: ISTH 2024 Social: Congress Wrap-up
  Reconnect with colleagues you have met during the Bangkok Congress and recharge before the last evening. Find out how to get involved in future ISTH programs and share your feedback for what you’d like to see at future Congresses.