Scam warning for attendees and speakers
We are aware that fraudulent individuals and organisations sometimes may target conference participants by pretending to represent the event. They may contact you by email, phone, or social media and request payment or personal details for services such as:
- Registration fees or speaker participation
- Travel or accommodation arrangements
- Exhibition or sponsorship opportunities
- Attendee or delegate lists
- Marketing or promotional services
Official processes
- All payments will only be processed through our official payment system, which is linked to from the Registration section on the LEPH2026 conference website.
- All abstract submissions and related communications will be managed through Oxford Abstracts. Links to abstract submission can be found via the LEPH2026 conference website.
- Aside from the aforementioned systems, most communication about the conference will come through [email protected] or [email protected] email addresses, or directly from a member of the conference organising team at the University of Leeds, the University of York or GLEPHA.
Stay vigilant – how to protect yourself
- Be cautious of unsolicited messages asking for payment or personal information.
- Check the sender’s details carefully – scammers often use similar-looking email addresses.
- Avoid clicking suspicious links or downloading attachments from unknown sources.
- Watch for urgency or pressure tactics – scammers often claim immediate action is required.
- Never share financial or login details unless you are certain the request is legitimate.
If you receive a message that seems suspicious or you’re unsure about its authenticity, do not respond or make any payments. Instead, contact us directly at [email protected] so we can verify and advise.