Frequently Asked Questions
Questions and Answers
Who can attend an ISSRD conference?
Academicians, researchers, engineers, industry professionals and students from around the world can attend, either as presenters (with a paper) or as listeners (without a paper).
How do I submit my paper?
Use the online paper submission form on issrd.org. Choose the city, date and conference, fill in your details and upload your paper in Word or PDF format. Prepare the paper with the ISSRD sample paper template and follow the author guidelines.
Does my paper have to be original?
Yes. Every paper must be original and must not be published in any form before or after the conference. All authors and co-authors must also write their correct affiliation inside the paper.
How are papers reviewed?
ISSRD accepts a paper for a conference after a review by three ISSRD reviewers. Every paper is also checked with plagiarism detection software before publication.
What happens if plagiarism is found in my paper?
Papers that fail the plagiarism check are sent back to the author for modification. If the editor decides plagiarism is a major issue, the paper is not considered for publication. Read the plagiarism policy for details.
Where will my paper be published?
All registered conference papers are published in the conference proceedings with an ISBN. Selected papers can be published in ISSRD associated international journals, which are approved by the ISSN.
Can ISSRD publish my paper in a Scopus or SCI indexed journal?
On your written request, ISSRD can submit your paper to a non-ISSRD international journal indexed in Scopus or SCI. In that case you bear the entire publication cost of that journal, and the review and publication process may take 3 to 12 months.
How long does the second review for an ISSRD journal take?
ISSRD takes a minimum of 25 to 60 days to complete the second round of review for the ISSRD associated international journals after the conference. The paper must be extended by at least 20% for journal publication.
Is an unregistered paper published?
No. ISSRD never publishes an unregistered paper. Register and pay the registration fee once your paper is accepted.
Can I present my paper online?
Yes. Video conferencing is available for participants who cannot travel. Virtual presenters follow the same review and publication process as in-person presenters.
Can I get an invitation letter for my visa?
Yes. Registered participants can request an invitation letter. Obtaining the visa is the sole responsibility of the participant: ISSRD does not contact any embassy on behalf of participants.
Is the registration fee refunded if my visa is rejected?
No. ISSRD does not refund the registration fee for cancellations due to visa rejection or if a participant cannot enter the country.
What happens if ISSRD cancels or reschedules a conference?
You receive a credit for 100% of the registration fee paid. You can use it for another ISSRD or allied event held within one year from the date of cancellation. Travel tickets and other costs are not refunded.
What do I need to bring to the conference?
Bring your original ID card: participants without it cannot attend. Reach the venue before the reporting time; late participants are not considered for presentation.
Can author names be changed after registration?
ISSRD cannot add, modify or delete an author or co-author name in a registered paper without the permission of all authors and co-authors of the paper.
Does ISSRD publish the email addresses of authors?
No. ISSRD never publishes the email addresses of authors or co-authors online.