Important dates and deadlines
| February 7, 2018 | Abstract submission opens |
| April 1, 2018 Extension: April, 22 | Abstract submission deadline |
| May 31, 2018 | Abstract acceptance notification |
| May 31, 2018 | Registration opens |
| June 29, 2018 | Early bird registration deadline |
| July 20, 2018 | Registration and payment deadline |
| August 17, 2018 | Final program announcement |
| September 24, 2018 | Conference opening |