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Registration for the 2016 International Radiation Symposium was open to all researchers, academics, and professionals in atmospheric radiation and related fields. The fees below applied to the symposium held 16–22 April 2016 at The University of Auckland.
Fees
Registration fees for IRS 2016 were as follows. All fees are in New Zealand dollars and include GST (15%).
| Category |
Fee (NZD$) |
| Standard Delegate Registration |
$700 |
| Student or Retiree Delegate Registration |
$350 |
| Accompanying Person Registration |
$200 |
| Single Day Registration |
$200 |
* Student/Retiree delegates were required to provide proof of status.
What Was Included
All delegate registration packages included:
- Morning tea and afternoon tea each day
- Lunch during the symposium
- Attendance at social functions, including the Saturday evening ice-breaker and the mid-week banquet
Accompanying Person registration covered the social functions only. Single Day registration covered catering and sessions for the selected day.
Key Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: 11:59pm (NZT), Saturday 10 October 2015
- Symposium dates: Saturday 16 – Friday 22 April 2016
Venue
The symposium took place in the Owen G Glenn building at The University of Auckland, 12 Grafton Road, Auckland Central. The venue is home to the University's Business School and is within walking distance of downtown Auckland.
Contact
The 2016 International Radiation Symposium brought together researchers, academics, and professionals from around the world to discuss the latest advances in atmospheric radiation. Held at The University of Auckland in New Zealand, the event continued a proud tradition of providing a forum for the presentation and exchange of ideas across all forms of atmospheric radiation research. Attendees from numerous countries gathered to share findings, build collaborations, and explore the frontiers of radiation science. The symposium served as a key meeting point for the international radiation community, fostering dialogue between established experts and emerging scientists working on challenges ranging from radiative transfer to climate applications.
Registration for the symposium was open to all interested participants in the field. The organizers offered several registration categories to accommodate different attendee circumstances, including standard delegate registration, reduced rates for students and retirees, and options for accompanying persons. Single-day attendance was also made available for those unable to join the full programme. All fees were quoted in New Zealand dollars and included applicable taxes. The registration process was designed to be straightforward, with online forms and clear instructions provided well in advance of the event to ensure smooth processing for both domestic and international participants.
The symposium was hosted at The University of Auckland, a venue well-suited to a conference of this scale and international importance. Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, provided a vibrant and welcoming setting with its harbourside location and mild autumn weather in April. The university campus offered modern facilities for both plenary and parallel sessions, allowing the scientific programme to flow efficiently across multiple tracks. Attendees travelling from overseas were reminded of the effects of crossing the dateline when planning their journeys, and local advice on accommodation and transportation was made available to help visitors settle in comfortably.
The scientific programme featured a combination of plenary and parallel sessions spanning the full breadth of radiation research. Keynote speakers and award winners presented their work alongside contributed oral presentations and poster sessions, ensuring a rich and varied exchange of knowledge. Topics covered included atmospheric radiation, remote sensing, cloud and aerosol interactions, and climate-related radiative processes. The schedule ran from Sunday through Thursday, with sessions organised to maximise opportunities for discussion and networking. The programme committee carefully curated the presentations to reflect both established research directions and emerging trends in the field.
Beyond the formal sessions, the symposium offered a range of social events and optional excursions that allowed participants to connect in a more relaxed atmosphere. The icebreaker event on the opening evening helped attendees begin building new professional relationships, while the mid-week banquet provided a memorable evening of dining and conversation. Optional excursions gave participants the chance to explore the natural and cultural attractions of the Auckland region. These activities complemented the scientific programme and contributed to the warm, collegial spirit that characterised the entire symposium experience.