About the 2008 World Congress on In Vitro Biology

About the 2008 World Congress on In Vitro Biology

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About the Program
The World Congress on In Vitro Biology is an international congress that is held every four years. The Congress program will focus on issues pertinent to Plant and Animal research and will give participants a unique learning experience on cell culture and biotechnology. The 2008 World Congress on In Vitro Biology will be held from June 14 - 18, 2008 in Tucson, Arizona. The Congress will attract scientific participation from many countries. Scientists, sponsors, and exhibitors interested in participating in the 2008 World Congress are asked to contact David D. Ellis, 2008 Program Chair, or the specific Section Program Chairs: David Jayme, Animal Sciences Program Chair, Heidi Kaeppler, Plant Program Chair, or Fredy Altpeter, Plant Program Co-Chair.

12^th International Conference on Invertebrate & Fish Cell Culture
Plans are underway for the 12^th International Conference on Invertebrate Cell and Tissue Culture, which is held every four years. The conference honors pioneers in the field of invertebrate and fish cell culture who have contributed outstanding achievements and significantly contributed toward invertebrate and fish research. The Invertebrate and Fish Cell and Tissue Culture Keynote Symposium will officially open the 12th International Conference on June 14, 2008, which will include joint symposia and workshops throughout the World Congress.

About the Location
The City of Tucson is the 32nd largest city in the United States. Surrounded by five mountain ranges; the Tucson, Santa Catalina, Rincon, Santa Rita, and Tortolita, Tucson is bordered by Catalina State Park, Coronado National Forest, Saguaro National Park East and Saguaro National Park West, and the Tohono O'odham Nation. Tucson has a young and energetic vibe, fascinating architecture, new and old; and fantastic food. While there, you can shop the Lost Barrio, stroll Fourth Avenue, peruse the art at the Center for Creative Photography (which holds the archives of Ansel Adams and Edward Weston, among others), visit the Barrio Historico, go to visit a Mission, head to the theater, hug a cactus, or hit the spa.


	An Evening at Old Town Tucson Plans are underway for a special evening event at Old Tucson Studios being held on Tuesday evening, June 17. Through the lens of the camera, Old Tucson Studios has played a prominent role in shaping the world’s perception of the old west. More than 300 films, television shows and commercials have been filmed at Old Tucson Studios since it was build in 1939 for the unprecedented outdoor epic Arizona. As seen in such famous films as Gunfight at the O.K Corral, El Dorado, Three Amigos, Young Guns and Tombstone, Old Tucson Studios is a late 1800’s frontier town complete with dirt streets, boardwalks, and cowboys with itchy trigger fingers. Although the Wild West spanned only 30 years in our nation’s history, the legend lives on at Old Tucson Studios - Arizona’s Hollywood in the Desert. From western movie heroes like John Wayne to current box-office stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, many of Hollywood's legends have walked these rugged streets. You're invited to retrace the boot steps of your favorite stars and spend a day in the life of an 1880's Western town. From daring cowboy gunfights and stunts to rip-roarin' musical revues and comedies, Old Tucson offers an exciting taste of the old wild West. The experience is so authentic, you can taste it! *The cost for this special event is $75 and includes transportation, dinner, and a tour of Old Tucson.*

	Abstracts
	Interactive Poster Sessions A number of posters will be selected to participate in interactive poster sessions. Each session will have a moderator and it will begin with each poster presenter giving a short (5-minute maximum) description of their poster. After the brief introduction, the floor will be open for discussion. We hope this continues to be a positive experience for presenters, poster viewers, and exhibitors alike
	Silent Abstracts The Silent Abstract is a special abstract category for authors unable to attend the Congress. Abstracts submitted for the Silent Abstract category follow the same abstract format, abstract fee, and scientific review/acceptance by the program committee; and, if accepted, will be printed in the abstract book. (Note: Please do not submit an abstract for a poster or oral presentation if you are not attending the Congress. Authors, who request a poster or oral presentation slot, but fail to attend the Congress or withdraw the abstract before May 1, 2008, may have their abstracts rejected in the future.)

	Disabilities Act The Society for In Vitro Biology will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities at the Congress. The Hilton El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please indicate your special needs when making your reservations.

	Exhibits There will be exhibit booths and tabletop displays allowing registrants the opportunity to examine state-of-the-art products and services. An exhibit prospectus can be obtained by contacting Congress director/secretariat Marietta Wheaton Ellis at (919) 420-7940, fax (919) 420-7939, or email:sivb@sivb.org.

	Registration Registration To register in advance, please fill out the Registration Form online or print the form and mail with the appropriate fees to: Society for In Vitro Biology P. O. Box 73230 Baltimore, MD 21273 USA Student Registration The Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) has always believed that the future of in vitro biology lies in today's students and is committed to the future endeavors of science by encouraging the continued growth of upcoming researchers and scientists. To support the Society's vision of encouraging education and informational exchange, we are offering all current students, who are 18 or above and who show institutional certification, free registration to the scientific sessions of the 2008 World Congress. Also, as an added bonus, all students who register and attend the 2008 Congress will receive free membership to the Society in 2009!

	Hotel The Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort will be the site of the 2008 World Congress on In Vitro Biology. This beautiful Tucson hotel is set at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountain range in Northwest Tucson, AZ. Inspired by the beauty of its pristine natural canyon views and lush desert surroundings, this luxury full-service Tucson hotel is equipped with golf, tennis, and conference facilities and is the perfect location to enjoy your next vacation or conference. Unique to any other Tucson resort, the Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort offers guests five Tucson restaurants to choose from with distinctly different menus in unique and festive settings. Restaurant choices are: Sundance Café, open daily for breakfast and lunch; Dos Locos, specializing in Nuevo Latino cuisine; Last Territory Steakhouse & Music Hall, an upscale steakhouse with an old-west theme and live entertainment nightly; casual poolside dining at Desert Spring, and casual dining at the Golf Club, La Vista Café. The Tucson, Arizona restaurants are in surroundings that range from a romantic sunset vista to a wild-west theme setting.

	Share-a-Room Program SIVB is offering a Share-a-Room program. If you would like to share accommodations with another Congress attendee to diffuse costs, please contact us with your name, contact information, and housing needs (gender, days you need to share). Once we find an appropriate applicant, we will connect you. Once introduced, it is up to the two of you to make your own hotel reservations together, directly with the hotel. NOTE: You, the respondent, and not the SIVB, will assume all responsibility for any arrangements made afterwards. SIVB is not liable for any rooming costs incurred with shared rooms in this program.

	Student Opportunities The Society for In Vitro Biology (SIVB) is committed to the future endeavors of science and encourages the continued growth of scientists and their students. To support the Society’s vision to encourage education and scientific informational exchange, SIVB offers a number of special opportunities to assist students and their ability to grow through their scientific community, including: Free Student Registration/Membership initiatives, the Student Awards Program, and the Graduate Student Poster Competitions. Please see the Student Opportunities page for more information.

	Transportation Tucson International Airport is approximately 25 miles from the Hilton El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort. The Hilton is located at 10000 N. Oracle Road in Tucson. There is shuttle service available through Arizona Stage Coach. Cost is $35 per person each way, $70 round trip. Their phone number is 520-889-1000. Taxis to the hotel run approximately $55.00 each way.