Session

Technical Session Proposal

Propose a Technical Session for ICFT 2027

Organize a focused session within one of the six ICFT 2027 conference themes and bring together related presentations, perspectives and discussion.

About Technical Sessions

In addition to individual abstracts, ICFT 2027 welcomes proposals for organized Technical Sessions.

A Technical Session brings several related presentations together around a defined topic. Each session should fit within one of the six conference themes while giving enough focus for the subject to be explored in greater depth.

Sessions may bring together research, professional practice, clinical experience, policy, community perspectives or work from different regions. Each Technical Session is planned for a total duration of 120 minutes.

Developing a Session

The following points may be useful when preparing your proposal.

01

Choose a Conference Theme

Select the conference theme that most closely reflects the subject of the proposed session.

02

Define the Session Topic

The conference themes are intentionally broad. The proposed session should identify a more specific question, field of practice or area of research that can be examined in depth.

03

Plan the Presentations

A session may include several keynote presentations and, where appropriate, a panel discussion. Contributions may differ in approach or disciplinary background as long as they relate clearly to the session topic.

04

Prepare the Two-Hour Programme

The complete session must fit within 120 minutes. Consider how time will be divided among presentations, discussion, audience questions and other planned activities.

Conference Themes

Technical Session proposals should be submitted under one of the following six ICFT 2027 themes.

I

Evidence-Based Forest Therapy and Clinical Translation

Clinical research, mechanisms, biomarkers, intervention studies and health outcomes.

II

From Evidence to Economy: Building a Standards-Driven Forest Wellness Industry

Professional standards, services, destinations, business models and forest wellness development.

III

The Science of Forest Factors: From Elements to Evidence

Phytoncides, air ions, sound, light, microclimate, landscapes and other forest environmental factors.

IV

Prescribing Nature: Green Prescriptions in Medicine and Public Health Systems

Green prescriptions, healthcare, prevention, rehabilitation, referral systems and public health.

V

Rooted in Culture: Traditional Ecological Knowledge and Forest Therapy

Indigenous, traditional and local knowledge, cultural practice, ethics and community perspectives.

VI

Innovation at the Forest Edge: AI and Technology in Forest Therapy

AI, wearable devices, biomonitoring, VR, AR, digital health and related technologies.

Information to Include

The application form collects the information needed for the conference committee to review the proposed Technical Session.

Session Information
Select a conference theme, provide the proposed session title, and include a 200–400 word description of the session, its main content and objectives.
Convener Information
Provide the convener’s affiliation and contact information. Co-convener information and details of organizing or supporting organizations may also be included.
Speakers
The form provides space for up to five keynote speakers, including their affiliation, country or region, invitation status, presentation title and proposed presentation duration.
Panel Discussion
If the session includes a panel discussion, indicate the proposed duration and provide information for up to three panel guests.
Programme
Explain how the 120-minute session will be allocated among keynote presentations, other presentations, panel discussion, audience questions and other activities.

Questions about Technical Session proposals? Please contact us at jiawen.lu@ubc.ca .

Submit a Technical Session Proposal

Download the Technical Session Application Form, complete the requested information, and email the completed Excel file to the ICFT 2027 organizing team.

Download Application Form Email Your Application

Please attach the completed application form when sending your email.