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| GENERAL INFORMATION |
The European Calcium Society organises biennial meetings in Europe, that provide a high quality international forum to meet the needs of calcium researchers. In 2004 the meeting will be held in the UK, at Hinxton Hall, Cambridge, from 28 – 31 July.
The scientific programme begins Wednesday 28 July at 19.00 and concludes Saturday 31 July at 18.15. All Scientific Sessions, registration, sponsors exhibition and lunches will take place at the Conference Centre.
Registration fee
The fee includes attendance to all scientific sessions, the abstract book, welcome party, tea and coffee breaks, lunch (on July 29, 30 and 31) and the Symposium Banquet on Friday 30 July.
Conference language
The official language of the symposium will be English. No simultaneous translation will be provided.
Technical support
Slide projection, overhead projection and digital projectors will be available. Speakers are strongly encouraged to use Powerpoint.
Registration form
Participants are requested to use the on-line registration and payment form. Note that payment is by Credit Card ONLY. The ECS cannot accept cheques or bank transfers.
Confirmation
Participants who have registered and paid fees will receive confirmation by e-mail only. You must print out this e-mailed confirmation and present it at the meeting desk in order to receive the abstract book and name badge. Any participants who do not receive an e-mailed confirmation letter must present proof of payment at the meeting desk. Your name badge must be worn at all times to gain access to the scientific sessions and dining areas.
Cancellation
Written notice of cancellation must be sent to the Conference Organiser. For cancellation before 1st May 2004, 75% of the registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be made after this date.
Meeting desk
The meeting desk will be located at the entrance to the Hinxton Hall conference centre, and will be open at the following times:
Wednesday 28 July 12.00 – 22.00
Thursday 29 July 08.00 – 19.00
Friday 30 July 08.00 – 19.00
Saturday 31 July 08.00 – 19.00
Attire
The weather in the UK is famously unpredictable and at the end of July temperatures can be anywhere between 18 and 33 Celsius. Summer clothing is advised, but don’t forget an umbrella or waterproof jacket.
Deadlines
15 May 2004 Deadline for reduced fee registration
30 May 2004 Deadline for submission of abstracts
Last up-dated June 9th 2004.