August update on decisions:
- 124 papers accepted (22.3% acceptance rate)
- 5 papers rejected in 2nd round
- 3 rejections due to serious conflict of interest violation
- Lesson: Declare ALL conflicts, including permanent ones (advisors/students)
- Future improvements
https://ieeevis.org/year/2024/blog/vis-2024-OPC-blog-decisions_2
- 124 papers accepted (22.3% acceptance rate)
- 5 papers rejected in 2nd round
- 3 rejections due to serious conflict of interest violation
- Lesson: Declare ALL conflicts, including permanent ones (advisors/students)
- Future improvements
https://ieeevis.org/year/2024/blog/vis-2024-OPC-blog-decisions_2
Comments
- 47% favor 3 reviewers per paper (continue)
- 74% against 8 papers per PC member (reverting to 6)
Future ideas: extended deadline for supplemental material, optional public (anonymized) reviews, student reviewer program
https://ieeevis.org/year/2024/blog/vis-2024-OPC-blog-Reviewing
Tips for success:
- Session Chairs: prep with speakers; manage time strictly
- Speakers: use ready room to test tech; respect time limits
- Attendees: Enter/exit quietly; ask concise questions, use mic
Remember: Questions are ❤️!
https://ieeevis.org/year/2024/blog/vis-2024-OPC-blog-Talks
A huge thanks to Tamara Munzner 👑 for her service these last two years! And welcome to Melanie Tory in the VIS 2025 OPC team!
See you at the Town Hall---Wed at 3pm EDT! /end