Conferences serve various purposes, such as disseminating new research findings, facilitating networking among professionals in the field, discussing emerging trends or issues, and fostering collaboration and partnerships.

There are different types of conferences, including academic conferences focused on specific disciplines or research areas, industry conferences where professionals gather to discuss advancements and innovations in their field, trade shows showcasing products and services, and more.

Conference formats include keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, poster sessions, and presentations of research papers or case studies. Conferences take various formats including keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, poster presentations, and paper presentations. The format often depends on the size of the conference, its objectives, and the preferences of organizers and participants.