Information
- 30th April - Abstract Submission Deadline
- 13th June - Standard Registration Deadline
- 30th June - Conference Day 1
- 1st July - Conference Day 2
General Information
The page contains details about the guidelines, code of conduct and other general information shared for attendees awareness
Conference Guidelines
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Presentation Timing –
Each talk will last 25 minutes, followed by a 5-minute Q&A session. Speakers must adhere strictly to the allotted time. -
Attendance Requirement –
All participants must be present for the full two-day conference to foster engagement and networking. -
Poster Session –
The poster session will take place at the designated venue. Participants must set up their posters 30 minutes before the session starts. -
Best Poster Awards –
There will be five awards for the best posters, judged on clarity, innovation, and presentation quality. -
Submission Deadline –
Abstracts for oral and poster presentations must be submitted at least three weeks before the conference for review. -
Code of Conduct –
All attendees must adhere to professional and respectful behavior, avoiding any form of harassment or discrimination. -
Networking & Collaboration –
Dedicated networking sessions will be available for researchers and industry professionals to connect and collaborate. -
Sustainability Commitment –
Attendees are encouraged to follow green practices, such as using reusable water bottles and digital copies of materials. -
Technical Support –
Presenters must check their slides and audiovisual setup at least one hour before their session to avoid technical issues. -
Feedback & Follow-up –
A post-conference survey will be provided to gather feedback and improve future events.
Code of Conduct
The UK-India Advanced Semiconductors for Sustainable Technologies 2025 (UKIASST-2025) conference is committed to fostering a professional, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants. We strive to make this conference a productive and enjoyable experience for everyone, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, nationality, or religion.
Harassment in any form will not be tolerated.
- All attendees are expected to:
- Act professionally and treat others with dignity and respect.
- Engage in discussions and activities in a constructive and considerate manner.
- Respect personal boundaries and obtain consent before photographing or recording individuals.
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Unacceptable Behavior
Harassment includes, but is not limited to: - Sustained disruption of talks or events.
- Inappropriate physical contact or unwelcome sexual attention.
- Deliberate intimidation, stalking, or threats.
- Inappropriate comments related to gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, disability, physical appearance, or body size.
- Recording or photographing individuals without their explicit consent.
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Enforcement & Reporting
Harassment includes, but is not limited to: - If you witness or experience any violation of this Code of Conduct, please report it to a UKIASST-2025 committee member.
- Any individual asked to stop inappropriate behavior must comply immediately.
- Violators may be asked to leave the conference without a refund, at the sole discretion of the conference organizers.
- For concerns or to report a breach, please contact:
- Natasha Clifton: [email protected]
- Satheesh Krishnamurthy:[email protected]
- We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a respectful and inclusive conference environment.
Location
The University of Surrey is just a 10-minute walk from the centre of Guildford, offering a vibrant blend of entertainment, culture and history. We’re just a 45-minute drive from Heathrow and Gatwick, the UK’s two largest international airports.
For more information: Our Guildford location | University of Surrey
Travel Options
Guildford is on the main line between London Waterloo and Portsmouth. Half-hourly train services run from Guildford to Waterloo, with journey times of around 40 minutes. For further information, go to the National Rail website.
Getting to campus from the station
Walking: You can walk from the station to Stag Hill campus within around 10/15 minutes (dependant on where on campus you are headed). Follow Google maps.
Bus: Stagecoach have taken over from Arriva and now the number 1 and 17 runs between the station and the various university locations. The earliest service is at approximately 6am and the last bus is just before midnight. On Sundays there is a reduced service.
Taxi: From main (eastern) exit.
- National Express coach number SH030 runs services to and from the Egerton Road/Tesco stop (a short walk from the University).
Guildford is 30 miles south-west of London, on the A3 London-Portsmouth road.
From the London direction
If approaching from London or the M25 (Junction 10), remain on the bypass (A3) until you reach the exit signed to the Cathedral and University. The campus is very close to this junction. Simply follow the signs to the University, being careful not to follow signs to the Town Centre.
On the A322 or A323
If approaching on the A322 or A323 from Bagshot or Aldershot, at the A3 roundabout take the exit signed to Portsmouth, and then turn off the A3 at the first exit (signed to the Cathedral and University).
From the A281 or A3100
If entering Guildford from Horsham (A281) or Godalming (A3100), leave the central gyratory system at the exit signed for Farnham (A31). After approximately 200 yards, at the mini-roundabout, take the first turning right into Guildford Park Road, and continue along Madrid Road and The Chase for a mile. At the next roundabout, take the third exit for the University entrance.
If you are using a sat nav please enter the postcode GU2 7XH.
Car parking
Visitors can use pay and display parking or can arrange a visitor permit. If you are travelling on an open day, then free parking will be available and sign-posted. Find out more about car parking on campus.
Via London Heathrow
RailAir coaches connect Guildford railway station with Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Heathrow Central Bus Station every hour from early until late, seven days a week.
Alternatively, National Express coaches travel between Woking station and Heathrow Airport Terminals 2,3 and 5 (with onward connections to Terminal 4) 18 times a day. There are frequent trains from Woking to Guildford, check National Rail.
Via London Gatwick
Gatwick station is positioned in the South Terminal of the airport and provides direct rail-air link trains to Guildford hourly between approximately 5:15am (6am on Sundays) and 11pm. check the National Rail website.
Via London City
This airport is in London and is well connected with the tube system. From there, travel to London Waterloo train station, and follow the instructions on how to reach campus by train.
Via London Stanstead
This is not the most convenient airport to reach the University. Train and bus services connect this airport to Liverpool Street Station in London. From there, different routes can take you to London Waterloo train station. From there, please follow the instruction on how to reach campus by train.
Via London Luton
This is not the most convenient airport to reach the University. A bus connects the airport to a train station from which regular services take you to central London. Alternatively, buses connect the airport to central London (see the London Luton Airport website for further information). From there different routes can take you to London Waterloo train station. From there, please follow the instructions on how to reach campus by train.
The University has several bike parking facilities located across Stag Hill. Our campus map lists Cycle Parks that are available for use by guests and visitors, which includes key locations such as the Guildford School of Acting, Senate House and the Duke of Kent building.
Beryl, our e-bike rental scheme partnership, is a cheap, sustainable way to move between our campuses and the local area, with a number of bikes available from just 16p per minute and parking zone on both campuses and in Guildford. Stag Hill based locations include the Ivy Arts Centre, Library, Senate House and the Duke of Kent building.
Blue badge holders should park in an available disabled bay (marked on the disabled access campus map above) and clearly display their badge. Unfortunately, we can’t reserve a disabled space in advance, as this could inhibit the regular members of our community who use the bays.
Visitors who are unable to find a suitable space should make themselves known to the Security Office, located on the ground floor of Senate House, who will do all they can to accommodate the visitor as close to their intended building as possible.
Use this link for more information: Parking | AccessAble
Accomodation
- Accomodation in Campus
- The University has temporary rooms available on Stag Hill campus and Manor Park campus for students and visitors staying for short periods of time. This includes guest rooms, summer vacation rooms, graduation rooms, and exam rooms.
- For more information or to make a booking, please contact us at [email protected].
- Outside Campus
- Harbour Hotel Guildford (1 mile from the conference centre)
- Holiday Inn Guildford (0.8 miles from the conference centre)
- Mandolay Hotel Guildford (1.1 miles from the conference centre)
- Guildford Travelodge(1.1 miles from the conference centre)
- Premier Inn Guildford North (1.5 miles from the conference centre)
- Guildford Manor Hotel & Spa (3.6 miles from the conference centre)
- You may also check Booking.com
Visa Process
After receiving the confirmation email for registration for the UK India Advanced Semiconductor for Sustainable Technologies conference, Please send an email to Natasha Clifton at [email protected] requesting a visa invitation letter.
The email should include your registration ID, full name, and affiliation to facilitate the issuance of the letter.
