ISSI was represented at the European Planetary Science Congress – Division for Planetary Sciences (EPSC-DPS) Joint Meeting 2025 in Helsinki with a dedicated exhibition booth, making its presence felt throughout the conference week. The 3×2 metre stand – the only one in the hall with a blue carpet and a colourful backdrop – was strategically positioned directly in front of the coffee area, drawing a steady flow of scientists, long-standing ISSI friends, and many delegates encountering ISSI for the first time. Hosted throughout the week by Communication Scientist Fabio Crameri, the booth offered an array of giveaways including the iconic ISSI lanyards, stickers, pens, copies of SPATIUM magazine, books, and – perhaps most memorably – Swiss chocolate, which earned the stand something of a legendary reputation by the latter days of the conference. The week proved highly effective: existing connections were warmly renewed, a wealth of meaningful new contacts were established, and ISSI welcomed a significant number of new newsletter subscribers. ISSI extends its sincere thanks to the conference organisers and fellow exhibitors for contributing to such a productive and enjoyable experience.
Fabio Crameri