The scientific event management platform used at UBC.
Fourwaves is approved at UBC. Centralize registrations, abstract management and peer reviews. Replace manual spreadsheets with automated tools to host professional symposiums.
Built for the UBC admin workflow.
Paperwork can be the hardest part of any event. Fourwaves is designed to fit into your existing departmental workflows.
Supporting events since 2012
From small student symposiums to international conferences, we’ve supported your events since 2012.
Connected with UBC Finance
Fourwaves is recognized by UBC Financial Services for secure payment processing, making payment reconciliation simple for your finance coordinator.
Bilingual capability
Easily host events in English, French, or both, essential for the Canada research ecosystem or for international congresses.
Registration & payments
Create custom forms to track attendee data while collecting fees through a process already approved by UBC Financial Services.
Abstract submissions & peer review
Automate the entire submission workflow and assign reviewers in clicks, eliminating the need for complex spreadsheets.
Event websites
Launch a professional, mobile-responsive home for your event in minutes without needing any technical or coding skills.
Conference program
Generate a dynamic, searchable schedule that keeps attendees informed and makes your sessions easy to navigate.
Name badge and certificates
Generate ready-to-print name badges and automatically distribute certificates for attendees and presenters.
Trusted at UBC and beyond
University of British Columbia
Professor, The University of British Columbia
Simplify your next events at UBC.
Join other organizers at UBC who use Fourwaves to power everything from local events to international congresses.
Supporting the breadth of events at UBC
Whether you are hosting a small departmental retreat or a global summit, Fourwaves provides a scalable platform that understands the nuances of academic event management.
Graduate Student Research Days
Perfect for departmental retreats and poster competitions where student participation and feedback are the priority.
International Scientific Congresses
Manage high-volume abstract submissions and complex multi-track schedules for attendees visiting from around the world.
Continuing Education Events
Simplify registration and automate the delivery of participation certificates for professional development and medical education.
Alumni & Networking Events
Foster long-term engagement with easy registration and professional landing pages that reflect the prestige of your alumni network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Financial services set up a TouchNet account. Our team then connects it to your account so you can link it to your events.
You can build your registration form with registration options, their costs, taxes, etc. while this process is being taken care of for you.
Contact sales@fourwaves.com or book a time to chat with our team
Get started with our Free Plan for smaller gatherings.
For more complex events, we offer paid plans that are very affordable and scale based on your specific needs, ensuring you only pay for the features and capacity you actually use.
Look at our pricing page.
You can launch your event website and start accepting submissions almost immediately.
While the platform is designed to be intuitive and self-serve, you aren't on your own. As a Canadian company, we provide fast, friendly, and fully bilingual support.
Whether you have a technical question or need help with setup, our team is available to ensure your event is a success.
Yes, Fourwaves is a company started by former PhD students at the University of Sherbrooke, in the province of Quebec, Canada.
Our team is based in Quebec and on a mission to help research communities and academic events!