Q&A - Soft Soils 2026
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1. Create/log in to Dryfta: Submit via Dryfta.
2. Select the closest track and add 3–5 keywords.
3. Enter title, authors/affiliations, conflicts (if any).
4. Provide a 500–750 word abstract or upload a 2-page anonymised PDF.
5. Choose preferred format (oral/poster/demo) and presenter availability, then submit.

You can edit until the deadline shown in Dryfta.

• State the objective and why it matters.
• Describe methods/models clearly (parameters, data, rigs).
• Report results with numbers, not just trends.
• Discuss uncertainty/limits and validation/benchmarks.
• Explain the practical significance (design, safety, scale-up).

• Remove names, affiliations, funding numbers, and identifiable acknowledgements.
• Cite your own prior work in third person.
• Check PDF metadata for author info before upload.

Submit once and choose the best-fit track; cross-theme work is welcome. The Programme Committee may reassign to balance sessions.

Text abstract (in-form) or PDF (2 pages, fonts embedded). Keep PDFs anonymised.

All scientific sessions, coffee & lunches, the welcome reception, the conference dinner, and digital proceedings.

Yes. At least one author must register and present on site ("one-presenter rule").

Usually yes-name changes are possible up to the operational cut-off. See the registration terms or contact us.

Invoices are generated during checkout in Dryfta and emailed with your confirmation. For changes, use the contact form.

Rail from Amsterdam Schiphol to Delft: about 45 minutes with frequent trains. Rotterdam The Hague Airport is ~30 minutes by public transport.

TU Delft Aula Conference Centre (on campus). The setting is compact and walkable with adjacent parallel rooms and large foyers.

Air France–KLM event fare is available for SoftSoils2026. Use ID GME50787AF within the authorised travel period. Details are on the travel page.

Yes. The building provides step-free access and accessible routes. Tell us any specific needs during registration so we can assist.

We follow an avoid → reduce → substitute → compensate approach: rail-first guidance, low-waste operations, plant-forward catering, and one tree per delegate via All for Trees.

Yes, please. Water refill points and cup-return options are provided on site.

15 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A. Rooms include screen, computer, and standard HDMI/USB-C connectivity. Test your slides in the break before your session.

A0 portrait. We provide boards and fasteners. Poster spotlights may be scheduled-check the programme.

Yes-submit a short demo proposal (150–300 words) outlining space/power needs. Demos run in the Aula foyer during breaks and poster sessions.

• Use large fonts and high-contrast colours; avoid dense blocks of text.
• Show methods and numbers; include uncertainty where relevant.
• Disclose funding/conflicts on the final slide/poster corner.

After acceptance and paid registration, request a letter via the registration portal. Include full name, passport number, affiliation, and travel dates.

As early as your local authority recommends (often several weeks). Start the process once you receive your acceptance and payment confirmation.

Here you can select a package. Exhibition spaces are in the Aula foyer alongside posters and coffee breaks.

Yes. We issue invoices and can complete standard vendor forms upon request. For VAT specifics, please contact us by email: blueboxevents@tudelft.nl

SoftSoils is a respectful, inclusive meeting. Breaches may lead to removal from the event.

Some sessions may be recorded with presenter consent. Photography for documentation/communications may take place-badge stickers are available if you prefer not to be photographed.

Describe methods clearly, report uncertainty where feasible, and link datasets/code when possible.