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THE INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON RESEARCH EXCELLENCE (IFoRE), powered by Sigma Xi, is a four-day hybrid conference that will bring together scientists, engineers, students, artists, and supporters of science worldwide through discussions and demonstrations of excellence in the research enterprise.

IFoRE, powered by Sigma Xi, is a celebration and exploration of research excellence and its vital role in the betterment of the human condition. Scientists and engineers cannot miss this opportunity to hear Key Thoughts about how the global research community can achieve the highest standards of research. With the increased importance of scientific integrity in the world today, IFoRE goes well beyond the lab and the classroom to welcome in all supporters of scientific principles. Under the premise that "we are all scientists at heart". Sharing diverse views on research excellence and ways to achieve it creates a stronger, more relevant research enterprise.

The immersive four-day hybrid conference will feature Key Thoughts in the form of workshops, lectures, panel discussions, awards presentations, posters, demonstrations, and exhibits that are sure to invigorate the brains and spirits of all attendees. Key Thoughts are the ideas, discoveries, and insights presented by selected speakers and participants to illuminate the research process and achieve research excellence.