FAQ

What to submit

Papers (up to 8 pages)

• Papers must be 5 to 8 pages in length.  This limit excludes data availability statements, references and appendices, which can take unlimited space

• Reviewers reserve the right to stop reading beyond 8 pages. Any additional content is at the author’s own risk.

• If accepted, authors will be required to submit a camera-ready version using the provided template.

• Out of all submissions, six spotlight papers will be selected.

• All submissions must be fully anonymized using the provided template:

  1. Do not include author names, affiliations, acknowledgements, or identifying links (e.g., GitHub repositories, personal websites).

  2. If acknowledgements are desired, they may only appear in the camera-ready version after acceptance.

• We are in discussions with sponsors and Nature Editorials regarding potential prizes for top submissions.

• This workshop is non-archival. Therefore, we welcome submissions of work that have been previously presented at other workshops or conferences, or that are currently under review at other venues.

Camera Ready Version (if accepted)

You will have the opportunity to submit a “camera ready” version of your poster after notification of acceptance.

While the workshop is non-archival, we will collate camera-ready submissions into a proceeding available on this website for later download.

All submissions are non-archival, and must present original work that has not been previously accepted at any archival venue at the time of submission.

You can opt-out of having your camera-ready submission included by selecting this option on the submission form post-acceptance.

Posters (if accepted)

• All accepted papers can submit a poster for in-person presentation during the workshop.

• Posters must be printed on lightweight paper with required dimensions: 24 inches (W) × 36 inches (H).

• Posters will be mounted to the wall using only provided painters tape or command strips.

• Approved mounting materials will be available in the workshop room:

  1. Painters tape (safe for walls).

  2. Command strips (double-sided):

     • Separate the strips. 

     • Remove the backing on one side and attach to the poster’s back corners.

     • Remove the backing on the other side and press firmly to the wall.

     • Do not use adhesive-backed self-sticking posters or any materials that could damage walls or poster boards.

• For printing services, refer to the NeurIPS website or local businesses in Copenhagen.

Slides (if spotlighted)

• Six spotlight papers will be chosen by the organizers in consultation with the Steering Committee (3 in Chemistry, 3 in Biology).

• Criteria

  • All papers are first ranked by reviewers.

  • The top 10 papers are reviewed in detail by the organizers.

  • The organizers recommend 6 spotlight papers to the Steering Committee.

  • If the Steering Committee agrees, the top 6 are also recommended to Nature.
    
    

• Presentation: Selected papers will be featured in a 10-minute talk during the workshop.

• Slides: Authors of spotlight papers must submit their presentation slides at least 2 days before the workshop

• Recognition: The organizers are in active discussions with Nature Editorials and with sponsors regarding prizes and potential fast-track publication opportunities for top submissions.

Nature Editorials

• Top Submissions: The highest-ranked papers, as determined through the review and selection process, will be recommended to Nature Editorials.

• Author Choice: Authors may opt-in or opt-out of this recommendation process at the time of submission.

• Recommendation Categories: For those opting in, recommendations may be directed to:

  • • Biology

    • Chemistry

    • Both (depending on scope and relevance)

• Editorial Discretion: Nature Editors reserve the right to:

  • • Decline to proceed with any recommended submission

    • Accept more than six papers, if deemed appropriate

• Review Criteria: Authors are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with Nature’s editorial standards. See: Nature Editorial Criteria and Processes.

Research Pitches

Research Pitch Projects are short, focused presentations designed to help early-career researchers showcase their ideas, connect with potential collaborators, and gain support. Each pitch is limited to 3 minutes and will be presented during the workshop.

Eligibility

• Open to early-career researchers (Master's or PhD students, postdocs, or equivalent stage).

• Proposals must align with the themes of the workshop, including machine learning, simulation, life sciences, and materials science.
  
  

Submission Process

• Submit a few short answers outlining the research idea, problem statement, and intended outcomes via Project Pitch Competition

• Indicate how the pitch connects to collaboration opportunities (e.g., datasets, methods, interdisciplinary applications).

• Submissions will be accepted online through the workshop portal.
  
  

Selection

• Ten pitches will be selected for presentation.

• Selection criteria will include:

  • Relevance to workshop themes

  • Soundness and clarity of the idea

  • Potential for collaboration and impact
    
    

Format

• Each selected participant will have 3 minutes to present their pitch.

• A single slide (optional) may be used for clarity and focus. Slides must be sent to organizers up to 2 days prior to the workshop.

• Presenters should emphasize key insights and collaboration opportunities, not detailed results.

Join the Programme Committee (Reviewers)

Yes! We are looking for helping hands (all levels of seniority) in reviewing submissions. Reviewers will be listed on the website. You can sign up here