Opportunity listings should allow a reader to understand who is responsible, what is offered and what obligations apply.
Verify the organiser
Look for an institutional website, named responsible office and a history that can be independently checked.
Confirm dates and format
Deadlines, event dates, physical venue or online platform should be explicit.
Read fees and eligibility
Application fees, publication charges, travel obligations and participant eligibility should not be hidden.
Check the programme
A credible academic event should provide a coherent subject scope, review process and contact route.
