Friday, September 12, 2008
Mark your calenders for the 2009 BMT Tandem Meeting. It will be held at the Tampa Convention Center in Tampa, Florida. This is a combined annual meeting of the ASBMT and CIBMTR and it provides a comprehensive update on blood and marrow transplantation, laboratory research and patient care for clinicians, investigator and allied health professionals.
Clinical Research Coordinators - February 10-12 (Recommended for all Clinical Coordinators New and Experienced)
The BMT Tandem Meeting - February 11-15
Meeting Registration (Early Registration Deadline: October 8, 2008)·
Hotel Reservation (Guaranteed Reservation Deadline: January 7, 2009)·
Abstract Submission (Submission Deadline: October 8, 2008)·
Scientific Agenda · CIBMTR Working Committees
Related Conferences and Programs
The BMT Tandem Meetings includes these related conferences, sessions and workshops:
· FACT Workshops for Applicant Preparation and Inspector Training – February 10
· Clinical Research Professionals – February 10-12
· BMT Center Administrators – February 11-12
· Pediatric BMT – February 12
· BMT Pharmacists – February 13-14
· Transplant Nursing – February 13-15
Meeting Registration
The deadline for Early Registration, offering the best rates, is October 9. The registration fee includes five days of scientific sessions, CME fee, meeting materials, a welcome reception and breakfast, luncheon and dinner symposia.
Hotel Reservation
Hotel reservations are first come, first served. Remember that February is a very popular vacation month in Tampa. The hotels closest to the Tampa Convention Center will fill up fast. The deadline for guaranteed reservations is January 7.
Abstracts
Abstract submission is open through October 8. Sixty-six abstracts will be selected for oral presentation, and many others for poster presentation.
Car Rental
Group discount rates are available from Avis Rent a Car System. Click here for an online reservation or call (800) 331-1600 and mention Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number S012699.
International Visitors
· Will Your Travel Require a Visa? – U.S. government information about visas, including information specific to individual countries and regions.
· How To Obtain a Visa – Streamlined procedures recently have reduced visa processing time to an average of 14 days, however visa applicants are still encouraged to apply as soon as they decide to travel to the United States and at least 3 to 4 months in advance.
· Homeland Security – Information about U.S. arrival and departure procedures intended to enhance the security of citizens and visitors and facilitate legitimate travel and trade.
· Advice from the National Academies –The National Academy of Sciences provides additional information and advice for members of the scientific community traveling to the United States.
Exhibits, Satellite Symposia and Grant Support
· Satellite Symposium Prospectus· Exhibit and Grant Support Opportunities· Remaining Support Opportunities
2008 BMT TANDEM MEETINGS
The abstracts presented at the 2008 BMT Tandem Meetings in San Diego are indexed and accessible online. They also are published in the February 2008 issue of Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation (Vol. 14, No. 2, Supplement).
Purchase Recordings and Download MP3 Files. Most sessions are available as audio CDs, synchronized audio/visual CDs and MP3 downloads. They can be purchases online:
• Plenary Sessions, Concurrent Scientific Sessions, Symposia and Oral Abstracts
• Transplant Nursing Conference
• BMT Pharmacists Conference
• Clinical Research Professionals Data Management Conference
• BMT Center Administrators Conference
Clinical Research Coordinators - February 10-12 (Recommended for all Clinical Coordinators New and Experienced)
The BMT Tandem Meeting - February 11-15
Meeting Registration (Early Registration Deadline: October 8, 2008)·
Hotel Reservation (Guaranteed Reservation Deadline: January 7, 2009)·
Abstract Submission (Submission Deadline: October 8, 2008)·
Scientific Agenda · CIBMTR Working Committees
Related Conferences and Programs
The BMT Tandem Meetings includes these related conferences, sessions and workshops:
· FACT Workshops for Applicant Preparation and Inspector Training – February 10
· Clinical Research Professionals – February 10-12
· BMT Center Administrators – February 11-12
· Pediatric BMT – February 12
· BMT Pharmacists – February 13-14
· Transplant Nursing – February 13-15
Meeting Registration
The deadline for Early Registration, offering the best rates, is October 9. The registration fee includes five days of scientific sessions, CME fee, meeting materials, a welcome reception and breakfast, luncheon and dinner symposia.
Hotel Reservation
Hotel reservations are first come, first served. Remember that February is a very popular vacation month in Tampa. The hotels closest to the Tampa Convention Center will fill up fast. The deadline for guaranteed reservations is January 7.
Abstracts
Abstract submission is open through October 8. Sixty-six abstracts will be selected for oral presentation, and many others for poster presentation.
Car Rental
Group discount rates are available from Avis Rent a Car System. Click here for an online reservation or call (800) 331-1600 and mention Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number S012699.
International Visitors
· Will Your Travel Require a Visa? – U.S. government information about visas, including information specific to individual countries and regions.
· How To Obtain a Visa – Streamlined procedures recently have reduced visa processing time to an average of 14 days, however visa applicants are still encouraged to apply as soon as they decide to travel to the United States and at least 3 to 4 months in advance.
· Homeland Security – Information about U.S. arrival and departure procedures intended to enhance the security of citizens and visitors and facilitate legitimate travel and trade.
· Advice from the National Academies –The National Academy of Sciences provides additional information and advice for members of the scientific community traveling to the United States.
Exhibits, Satellite Symposia and Grant Support
· Satellite Symposium Prospectus· Exhibit and Grant Support Opportunities· Remaining Support Opportunities
2008 BMT TANDEM MEETINGS
The abstracts presented at the 2008 BMT Tandem Meetings in San Diego are indexed and accessible online. They also are published in the February 2008 issue of Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation (Vol. 14, No. 2, Supplement).
Purchase Recordings and Download MP3 Files. Most sessions are available as audio CDs, synchronized audio/visual CDs and MP3 downloads. They can be purchases online:
• Plenary Sessions, Concurrent Scientific Sessions, Symposia and Oral Abstracts
• Transplant Nursing Conference
• BMT Pharmacists Conference
• Clinical Research Professionals Data Management Conference
• BMT Center Administrators Conference
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDERS!!!!!
UPCOMING BMT TANDEM MEETINGS
February 24-28, 2010 Orlando
February 17-21, 2011 Honolulu
February 1-5, 2012 San Diego
UPCOMING BMT TANDEM MEETINGS
February 24-28, 2010 Orlando
February 17-21, 2011 Honolulu
February 1-5, 2012 San Diego
Welcome to the 2008 CIBMTR/NMDP
Clinical Research Professional’s Data Management (CRP/DM) Conference!
The CIBMTR and NMDP are once again collaborating to bring the Clinical Research Professionals/Data Management (CRP/DM) meeting to you in conjunction with NMDP’s annual Council Meeting. We invite you to join us in Minneapolis for essential updates and training on the TED/comprehensive Report Forms and other topics pertinent to the work you do.
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Hilton Minneapolis Hotel
1001 Marquette Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403-2440
Telephone: 612-376-1000 Fax: 612.397.4875
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to (TBD) contact hours of continuing education for allied health professionals.
REGISTRATION
You have two registration options available:. You may choose to attend only the CRP/DM conference, or you may choose to attend the CRP/DM conference and then stay on to also attend the NMDP Council Meeting. Registration fees for both options are outlined below:
CIBMTR/NMDP CRP/DM Conference only $175
CIBMTR/NMDP CRP/DM Conference and Council Meeting $300
Late fee if registration is received after October 13, 2008 $ 45
To Register Online please go to http://www.cibmtr.org/. Receive immediate confirmation, credit card processing and email confirmation, including receipt or invoice.
· All attendees must register online by Monday, October 13, 2008.
· A meeting registration confirmation will be emailed to you
· On-site registration is NOT encouraged
· Payment may be made by credit card or check. Indicate your payment method when you
register. Payment is due on or before October 13, 2008.
Checks may be mailed to:
National Marrow Donor Program, Attn: 2008 Council Meeting, 3001 Broadway Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1753. Fax: 612.884.8280
Registrations received in the NMDP office after October 13, 2008 must be accompanied by the above noted late registration fee.
Clinical Research Professional’s Data Management (CRP/DM) Conference!
The CIBMTR and NMDP are once again collaborating to bring the Clinical Research Professionals/Data Management (CRP/DM) meeting to you in conjunction with NMDP’s annual Council Meeting. We invite you to join us in Minneapolis for essential updates and training on the TED/comprehensive Report Forms and other topics pertinent to the work you do.
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Hilton Minneapolis Hotel
1001 Marquette Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55403-2440
Telephone: 612-376-1000 Fax: 612.397.4875
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
The Medical College of Wisconsin designates this activity for up to (TBD) contact hours of continuing education for allied health professionals.
REGISTRATION
You have two registration options available:. You may choose to attend only the CRP/DM conference, or you may choose to attend the CRP/DM conference and then stay on to also attend the NMDP Council Meeting. Registration fees for both options are outlined below:
CIBMTR/NMDP CRP/DM Conference only $175
CIBMTR/NMDP CRP/DM Conference and Council Meeting $300
Late fee if registration is received after October 13, 2008 $ 45
To Register Online please go to http://www.cibmtr.org/. Receive immediate confirmation, credit card processing and email confirmation, including receipt or invoice.
· All attendees must register online by Monday, October 13, 2008.
· A meeting registration confirmation will be emailed to you
· On-site registration is NOT encouraged
· Payment may be made by credit card or check. Indicate your payment method when you
register. Payment is due on or before October 13, 2008.
Checks may be mailed to:
National Marrow Donor Program, Attn: 2008 Council Meeting, 3001 Broadway Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1753. Fax: 612.884.8280
Registrations received in the NMDP office after October 13, 2008 must be accompanied by the above noted late registration fee.
