The Discussant

As a discussant it is your role to give constructive and supporting feedback to the presenter on the content of their work. In order to be able to do so, you will receive a paper of the work the PhD-candidate is going to present. Please keep in mind that the PhD-candidates possibly present their research (in English) for the first time, and that this can be a challenging experience for them. Try to formulate your feedback in a constructive manner and provide the presenters with stimulating advice, so they can continue their research with new ideas and fresh motivation. The feedback should be given orally, (maximum about 5 minutes per discussant). 

We would also like you to involve the audience in the discussion by creating a group discussion. For instance, raise an issue about the main results and discuss this issue with the presenter and the audience. Minor points concerning the paper can be exchanged in written comments or by discussing them after the session. All presentations and discussions will be in English. 

For more information download the document with information on your role as Discussant.