How to Cite Conference Presentations
Learn how to create citations for oral presentations, symposium contributions, and other conference presentations.
Basic Format
Presenter, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of presentation [Type of presentation]. Conference Name, Location.
Note: Include as much information as possible about the presentation and conference.
Examples with Explanations
Paper Presentation
Wilson, R. (2023, June 15). Artificial intelligence in healthcare [Paper presentation]. International Conference on Medical Technology, Boston, MA, United States.
- • Include presenter's name
- • Specify exact date
- • Note presentation type
- • Add conference location
Symposium Contribution
Chen, L., & Park, S. (2023, August). Machine learning applications [Symposium]. In J. Smith (Chair), Advances in AI. Symposium conducted at the Annual Psychology Conference, Toronto, ON, Canada.
- • Include symposium chair
- • Add symposium title
- • Note if part of larger conference
Virtual Presentation
Thompson, M. (2023, July 20). Remote learning strategies [Virtual presentation]. Global Education Conference. https://conference-website.com/presentation
- • Specify virtual format
- • Include URL if available
- • Omit physical location
Special Cases
Keynote Address
Johnson, A. (2023, September 5). Future of technology [Keynote address]. Tech Summit 2023, San Francisco, CA, United States.
Specify that it was a keynote address in the presentation type.
Panel Discussion
Lee, R., & Garcia, M. (2023, October 12). Sustainability in business [Panel discussion]. Business Innovation Forum, London, United Kingdom.
Include all panelists and specify that it was a panel discussion.
Presentation Types
Common Formats
- Paper presentation
- Poster presentation
- Symposium contribution
- Workshop presentation
- Keynote address
Virtual Formats
- Virtual presentation
- Online workshop
- Digital poster
- Webinar
- Live stream
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't confuse presentation with published proceedings
- Don't omit presentation type
- Don't forget conference location for in-person events
- Don't include session numbers unless necessary
- Don't cite slides without permission