FAQ

General Information 

Where can I find the latest information about the conference? 

All updates can be found on our Conference website (tab News), as well as on our social media. Please follow us on Facebook and Twitter! 


Can I post about the conference on my social media?

Yes, you can! If you do so, please be mindful and use the hashtag #MSABuenosAires2026.


Does the conference have an online or hybrid component? 

No. The MSA 2026 Buenos Aires conference is organised in a fully on-site format. Online participation is not possible. 

 

What is the language of the conference? 

The MSA is committed to transdisciplinarity, cross-regional understanding, and inclusivity. To enable academic exchange across disciplines and regions, this conference will be bilingual (in English and Spanish), including panels that use both languages. All plenary sessions will be interpreted by professional translators. To ensure that all other sessions are as inclusive as possible, we are working on strategies to facilitate bilingualism.

Abstracts must be submitted in English to ensure a fair and efficient review process. However, authors are welcome to provide an additional version of their paper in Spanish.

 

Where can I find the conference programme? 

The conference programme will be publicly available on our conference website at a later date.


What is MSA Forward?

The MSA Forward is a pre-conference workshop for postgraduate (PhD) researchers to present their work in a constructive environment, allowing them to engage with other scholars in their field and to receive feedback from established academics. Please note the MSA Forward is for pre-selected applicants only.


Will accommodation be provided by the organisers?

Delegates are required to organise their own travel and accommodation in Buenos Aires. More details will be available on our Conference website.

 

Will I be able to use a PowerPoint presentation and some other tools?

Yes, all participants will be able to show a PowerPoint presentation. There will be facilities for PowerPoint (including computers, screens, and speakers) in all of the conference rooms. However, if you have any additional technical requirements, please do let us know. 

All PowerPoint presentations must be prepared in English; however, bilingual presentations (English and Spanish) are strongly encouraged.  


What about time zones? 

All times and dates are given in (Argentina Standard Time, GMT-3).


Will there be a publication following the conference?

No, there will not be a publication after the conference. We appreciate your interest, but no post-conference proceedings or volumes are planned.


Are there any facilities for delegates travelling with children? 

Yes, a university room will be available, equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, changing mats, and a breastfeeding-friendly area. Please note that children remain the full responsibility of their parents or guardians at all times.

Who is a non-presenting participant? 

A non-presenting participant is a person registered for the conference who does not present their work during the event. They can still attend and listen to all panels, ask questions, join discussions, and take part in side events. 

 

Registration & MSA membership

How much is the conference fee?

Information about the conference fee is available on the conference website. Please note that to participate in the conference, you must be a member of the MSA. Find out more about being an MSA member here. 


Why do I have to pay both for the registration and for the MSA membership?

According to the MSA rules, all presenters at MSA conferences have to be MSA members in good standing. Only through the membership fees is the existence of MSA sustainable. They are used to fund all the activities you see advertised on our webpages, such as the daily operations of the MSA and key initiatives such as the MSA Scholars at Risk program or subsidies for Working Groups' events. These contributions enable us to sustain and expand our activities, fostering collaboration, scholarly exchange, and the protection of academic freedom within our community. Please note that most of our work is unpaid, and we contribute our time voluntarily to keep MSA operating.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

 

How can I become an MSA member? 

To read more about becoming an MSA member, please visit MSA's website. 


When is the registration deadline? 

All presenters must be registered by April 12 2026. 


I've heard about a free MSA membership for scholars residing in Argentina. How can I apply for it?

Eligible conference participants based in Argentina are entitled to a cost-free MSA membership for a period of twelve months. To apply, you must first complete your conference registration via the conference registration system.

We kindly ask applicants to wait for these instructions, which will be sent in April, before contacting the MSA office.


I can no longer attend the Conference. Can I get a refund of my Conference registration fee? 

All conference fees are non-refundable. This policy is necessary as, once registered, the associated costs for venues, services, and other arrangements remain fully charged to MSA Buenos Aires, even if an individual withdraws for personal, professional, or travel-related reasons. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. 

 

Can my institution pay for my tickets through an invoice?

Due to the high number of participants and difficulties in processing such payments, we ask that all delegates register through the system. However, if this is not possible, please contact us.

 

How can I receive a letter of invitation?

To receive a Letter of invitation, please contact us. We will ask you to fill in a form. Please bear in mind that all data provided there (name, surname, affiliation, email address, etc.) must be identical to that entered upon proposal submission.

 

Are there any funding or grant options available? 

All conference grant funds for MSA Buenos Aires 2026 have now been fully distributed. With over 300 applications and limited funding available, the selection process was highly competitive, and our committee faced very difficult decisions. Grants were awarded to those applicants assessed as having the greatest financial need. If you have not yet received information about your application outcome, please contact us at buenosairesconference@memorystudiesassociation.org
for an update.


I need an invoice for the registration fee. Where can I find it?

You can export an invoice for the conference fee in your profile. Go to , click on , and then choose your order and click on the chosen option

To receive an invoice for the membership fee, please contact info@memorystudiesassociation.org. 


Conference Program

How can I find my panel?

1.  To search for your panel, type your name or the panel title into the search bar. If you have trouble finding your panel, please type in the search bar only one or two words from the title and search again

2. You can click the  icon for a more advanced search.

3. The panels you are speaking at are also visible on the bar above the session's name and in the profile menu

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What is the difference between My Sessions and Sessions I'm Speaking/Moderating At?

My Sessions are sessions added to your schedule, and Sessions I'm Speaking/Moderating At display the panels in which you are presenting personally.


I want to add panels to my schedule. How to do it? Where can I see it?

To add panels to your schedule, click the blue "Add this Session to my Schedule" button (in the form of a heart) next to the title of the panel. To visit your personalized schedule, go to Profile overview and click on My Schedule. 


I am interested in Working & Regional Groups panels/Special events/Cultural program/Specific topics. How do I find them?

Go to Advanced filters 

and pick the event track you are interested in.


Why am I added as a chair/moderator to a panel?

Participants marked as Primary Authors during the submission process were assigned the role of a chair for a given panel.


I submitted an Individual Paper. How can I see what panel I am in?

Go to Advanced filters and pick the title of your paper in Search by Subsession


Why is there another speaker on my panel?

Some Individual Papers were added to pre-formed panels so that everyone has the opportunity to present their paper. We were trying our best to match papers with the most suitable panels. 


I cannot see all the panels. What's wrong?

Please make sure you delete the previous search and try again.


How can I see who is chairing the panel?
Click on the title of the panel you are interested in, and then click on "Moderators" on the right side.


I do not see the full program. What should I do?

You can try a few things: 

  • Refresh the page. 

  • Click on a different page and then click back on the day you are interested in. 

  • Check if you RESET your previous searches.

  • If you typed in the title of a panel and it does not pop up, try searching for it only by using one word or a short phrase from the title.

Can I print the program? 

Yes, to do so, click on the printer icon in the upper right corner of the screen: 


How long is my presentation supposed to be?

Presentations should be a maximum of 15 minutes. Please respect that limit or any other instructions provided by your panel chair so that everyone on the panel has equal time to present.



Using the Conference Website

I forgot the password to my account. What should I do? 

Click on "Login" in the main menu and then click on "Forgot your password?"


I want to change the password. How can I do that? 

Go to My Dashboard and click "Change Password" below your picture.


How do I add/change my photo?

To update your profile picture, go to My Profile. Hover your mouse over the picture and click "Browse".

 

How should I add/correct my affiliation? 

Go to My Profile and scroll down to the form with your personal information. Make the changes and click "Update Profile" at the bottom of the page. 


Website & technical requirements 

What is Dryfta? 

Dryfta is an event management software that we use to organise the conference. While registering for the event, you are also creating an account on the website where you will be able to see the programme and connect with other participants. 

 

I am having trouble logging in. What should I do?

Please check which email address you used to create your account. If you have forgotten your password, you can use the reset password function. 

If you still cannot log in and have tried using a different browser, please contact the Dryfta technical support team: support@dryfta.com.



What should I do if I have other questions?

As our organising team is international, we kindly ask that all communication with us be conducted in English. This helps ensure that your message can be properly understood and addressed by all members of the team. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

 

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