The diffusion of COVID-19 (“coronavirus”) is constantly monitored by the conference organizers. Based on World Health Organization (WHO) information, the number of new reported infections is now decreasing in Korea (source: https://www.who.int/redirect-pages/page/novel-coronavirus-(covid-19)-situation-dashboard). For this reason, we expect a positive evolution by August. Since safety of participants is of paramount importance to the organizers, would the infection pose a threat to participants according to the WHO, we will allow speakers the remote presentation via a video-conferencing system.

The safety and well-being of all conference participants is our top priority. After studying and evaluating the announcements, guidance, and news released by relevant national departments, we have made the decision that RTCSA 2020 will continue as scheduled on 19-21 August, by being converted to an exciting, fully virtual conference, and will not take place physically in Korea.

Registration Fee
We require at least one paid registration per accepted paper. The Organizing Committee will be making a final determination on a new, reduced flat registration fee for such registrations. All other registrations will be free.

Virtual Conference Format
We are currently evaluating many factors and reviewing best practices to determine the optimal format for the various sessions that are scheduled at RTCSA 2020. We will be making a relevant announcement as soon as these details are finalized. We hope you all stay safe and well, and look forward to working with you all to put on an exciting virtual RTCSA.