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    How can researchers find relevant people at a conference?

    Make research interests and needs visible. A programme tells you who is presenting, not who in the audience works on a complementary problem, wants an industry partner or is looking for a postdoc. Let attendees say what they research and what they are looking for, then suggest people worth meeting across disciplines.

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    Why is research conference networking hard?

    Conferences are dense with expertise, but it is organised by session, not by need. Early-career researchers find it hardest: they do not know the senior people, and walking up to a keynote speaker without a reason feels impossible.

    What should attendees share?

    • Research interests
    • Collaboration they are looking for
    • Industry connections wanted or offered
    • Funding conversations
    • Methods or data they can share
    • Student and early-career goals

    How does WITR help at research events?

    Attendees scan a QR code, add an Ask and an Offer, and browse the live attendee list. On Pro events, customisable questions can capture research interests, and AI Smart Connections suggests people across disciplines with a conversation starter. We do not claim academic validation or institutional customers.

    Frequently asked questions

    How can researchers find complementary expertise?

    By stating their interests and needs as Asks and Offers, and through AI Smart Connections suggestions on Pro events.

    How do I connect academics with industry?

    Let industry attendees say what problems they have and academics say what they work on.

    How can students network at conferences?

    A visible reason to talk lowers the barrier. Conversation starters help too.

    Can AI matchmaking help at research events?

    It suggests people based on what attendees write. Researchers decide who to approach.

    Do delegates need an app?

    No. WITR runs in the browser.

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