2009 Conference Details
Australian Virology Group Meeting
13 - 17 December 2009
Lorne, Victoria
www.avg.org.au
Conference program and registration information available at the Australian Virology Group website www.avg.org.au
Bi-state Conference - Victoria/Tasmania
Food - Medical Microbiology
21 - 22 November 2009
Hobart, Tasmania
www.asmvic.org
Conference program and registration information available at the ASM Victorian Branch website www.asmvic.org
Mycology MasterClass IV
Advanced Medical Mycology Course
29 October - 1 November 2009
Hamilton Island QLD
www.mycologymasterclass.org
Convenor: Associate Professor David Ellis
Advanced medical mycology course for specialists and trainees in Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Haematology & Intensive Care Medicine and for Laboratory Scientists/Technicians specialising in Medical Mycology.
Optional Satellite Workshop | Sunday 1 November 2009
Molecular Phylogeny, Epidemiology, Diagnostic and Identification Methods: Using the Right Tools for the Right Job
Places are strictly limited.
Conference Management | Australian Society for Microbiology
Contact: Janette Sofronidis | Conference Manager
TLROZ 2009
28 - 30 October 2009
Mantra Legends Hotel, Surfers Paradise, Qld
The Australian Toll-like Receptor Network is proud to present this conference which follows on from the successful first national meeting held in Melbourne is 2007.
BacPath10
Molecular Analysis of Bacterial Pathogens
20 - 23 September 2009
Novotel Barossa Valley Resort, South Australia
www.adelaide.edu.au/mbs/research/conferences/bacpath
The "BacPath meetings" are held on a bi-annual basis and are circulated between locations in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia. These meetings provide a focus for all molecular microbiologists in Australia who work on bacteria and bacterial pathogens. Aspects that are covered include: pathogenesis, antibiotic resistance, virulence factors, and vaccine development that utilises genomic and proteomic approaches.
The ASM is a major sponsor for this meeting. The meeting will feature several trade displays.
26th NRL Workshop on Serology
National Serology Reference Laboratory Workshop
25 - 28 August 2009
Christchurch, New Zealand
More information can be obtained by contacting:
Workshop Secretariat
National Serology Reference Laboratory, Australia
Tel: +61 3 9418 1117
Email: alison@nrl.gov.au
ASM 2009 Perth - Annual Scientific Meeting & Exhibition
Australian Society for Microbiology - Australia's largest microbiology event for 2009!
6 - 10 July 2009
Perth Convention Exhibition Centre WA
Chair, Local Organising Committee - Rod Bowman
Chair, Scientific Program Committee - Harry Sakellaris
ASM's Golden Jubilee Year!
800+ industry users and decision makers will attend - the opportunity to bring key idustry and microbiologists together as a group to network, hear and learn is invaluable! The Australian Society for Microbiology 2009 Annual Scientific Meeting & Exhibition will be Australia's largest and leading forum for open discussino amongst the Australian microbiology community.
Key Speakers Include:
- Nobel Laureate Professor Barry Marshall
- Nobel Laureate Professor Harald zur Hausen
- Rubbo Orator: Professor Bonnie Bassler, Princeton University
- Professor John MacKenzie, Australian Biosecurity CRC for Emerging Infectious Diseases
- Professor Rita Colewell, Chairman, Canon US Life Sciences, Inc. Distinguished Professor, University of Maryland College Park and Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Professor Ellen-Jo Barron, Stanford University USA
- Professor Lance Peterson, Microbiology & Infectious Disease Research, Northweston University
- Professor Ian Lipkin, Columbia University
- Professor Diane Griffin, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Professor Curtis Suttle, Universty of British Columbia
- Professor Bob Hancock, University of British Columbia
- Pofessor David Stephens, Emory University
- Professor Susan Gottesman, National Cancer Insitute, National Institutes of Health
Key Features Include:
- Fully integrated industry trade display featuring leading and key players within the microbiology industry
- Sponsorship & Exhibtion opportunities now available
- Discounted Perth accommodation
- Discounted registration for ASM Members
- Early Bird Registration
Conference Management Australian Society for Microbiology
Contact: Janette Sofronidis, Conference Manager
10th International Symposium on Double-Stranded RNA Viruses
Series of triennial meetings!
21 - 25 June 2009
Hamilton Island QLD Australia
Coordinators: Barbara Coulson & John Taylor
This is the tenth in a series of triennial meetings aimed at reviewing the progress and future directions in the field of double-stranded RNA viruses.
The meeting continues the tradition of being hosted by different countries in exciting and exotic locations of great natural beauty and interest. The goal of bringing together the best researchers in this field has always been achieved in previous meetings, and this should be no exception. An emphasis on encouraging attendance by both senior researchers and new, younger contributors is a feature.
This is the first time that this meeting has been held "down under" in Australasia.
Key Dates:
Sept 2008 - open for abstract submission & registration opens
Mar 2009 - abstract submission deadline
VTEC 2009 - Buenos Aires
7th International Symposium on Shiga Toxin (Verocytotoxin) - Producing Escherichia coli Infections
10 - 13 May 2009
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Combination of symposia and exhibitions on the latest developments in:
- VTEC epidemiology
- Pathogenesis
- Treatment and prevention
- With the participation of scientific leaders in each aspect of VTEC biology
Since the first description of the disease in the early 1980s, fantastic improvements have been made in the basic knowledge on VTEC infections, but the hemolytic uremic syndrome remains a threat to Public Health worldwide, especially in Argentina.
The venue for the VTEC2009 is the city of Buenos Aires, a culturally dynamic metropolis that offers modern attractions and traditional cultural and social events. Equally important, Buenos Aires offers an excellent combination of conference facilities, modern and affordable accommodations, and a rapid and efficient transportation system. In addition, Buenos Aires airport has direct access to and from countries around the world.
Important Dates:
1 Dec 2008 - Abstract Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2008 - Early Bird Registration Deadline
17 Apr 2009 - Late Registration Deadline
10 May 2009 - Onsite Registration Begins
Viruses in May 2009
Annual intensive clincial virology update for clinicians, scientists and trainees in this discipline
7 - 9 May 2009
The Carrington Hotel, Katoomba - Blue Mountains, NSW
Convenors:
Professor Bill Rawlinson
Dr Monica Lahra
Australia's only meeting focused specifically on the clinical, diagnostic & management aspects of viral infections.
Program Themes:
- Principles of Clinical Virology
- Congenital Infection, Paediatric Infection & Vaccination
- Blood Borne Viruses & Hepatitis
Conference Management Australian Society for Microbiology
Contact: Meg Lukies, Event Coordinator
Molecular Diagnostics for Infectious Diseases Workshop
30 April - 2 May 2009
Centre for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology - Public Health, ICPMR Westmead Hospital, Sydney
www.cidmpublichealth.org/workshop.html
The Centre for Infectious Diseases and Microbiology - Public Health (CIDM - PH) at Westmead Hospital, invites clinicians, scientists, laboratory managers and public health practitioners to their annual Workshop "Molecular Diagnostics for Infectious Diseases".
Local and international guest speakers include:
- Professor Margaret Ip (The Chinese University of Hong Kong)
- A/Professor Raymond Lin (National University Hospital Singapore)
- Professor Peter McMinn (University of Sydney)
- Professor Ming Wang (University of Sydney)
- A/Professor Roger Wilson (SEALS, Sydney)
For more information on program and registration, please visit the official website or email Lou Orszulak: Lou.Orszulak@swahs.health.nsw.gov.au
Please register early to avoid disappointment as there are only 30 places for the laboratory demonstration part and they will be filling in quickly.
ASID 2009 - Annual Scientific Meeting
2009 Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) Annual Scientific Meeting
25 - 28 March 2009
Cypress Lakes Resort - Hunter Valley NSW
The Australasian Society for Infectious Diseases is a Special Society of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
The ASID Annual Scientific meeting is a highlight of the Infectious Diseases meetings calendar. In addition to clinical infectious diseases, this meeting provides a forum for the presentation and discussion of a broad spectrum of basic science and clinical research areas attractive to delegates practising in microbiology, public health & epidemiology, infection control, international & travel medicine. Special Interest Group Meetings in Mycology, Health Infection Control and Paediatrics are once again regular features of the programme.
"International Health" will be the theme of the meeting providing a programme with international and local speakers on topics of tropical infections, zoonoses, viral infections and infection control, amongst others; as well as the inclusion of specialised half-day workshops on Tropical Medicine and Infection Control to be held on Sunday 29 March. These will include both local and international leaders in the field, and provides a unique opportunity to enhance your Meeting experience.
13th Australian Food Microbiology Conference
The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology Incorporated
24 - 26 March 2009
Melbourne, Australia
"Back to Basics and Beyond"
If you are responsible for, involved with, consult to or are interested in the microbiological aspects at any stage of the food supply chain, then this conference is for you.
Workshops, Concurrent streams and Posters will address issues relevant to industry (back to basics) through to research (beyond).
Keynote speakers include:
- Dr Joseph Frank, University of Georgia, USA
- Dr Frank Yiannas, Wal-Mart Stores, USA.
Members of ASM can attend at the AIFST member rate.
Registrations now open at the conference website.
Pathology Update 2009
XXV World Congress of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
13 - 15 March 2009
Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre NSW
www.rcpa.edu.au/PathologyUpdate
The Congress offers a unique first day, the Innovations Program. In 2009 the focus of the program will be international trends in the practice of pathology. All disciplines will contribute to this program which will be a highlight of the Congress.
The meeting's Overseeing Committee has planned not only for a powerful scientific and educational program, but also for relaxing social activities set in beautiful Sydney that will facilitate increased collegiality among pathologists and laboratory scientists across the globe.
Parasitology & Tropical Medicine MasterClass 2009
Friday 6 - Saturday 7 March 2009
Hobart TAS
www.parasitologymasterclass.org
Venue: Clinical School of Medicine - University of Tasmania, Hobart
Convenors:
Richard Bradbury, University of Tasmania
Harsha Sheorey, St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne VIC
Andrew Butcher, SA Pathology - Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Adelaide SA
A specially designed MasterClass to cover Introductory and Advanced Parasitology as well as topics related to Tropical Medicine!
The day and half program will include:
- Expert Faculty
- Practical Laboratory Workshops Sessions for Introductory & Advanced Parasitology
- Half day Malaria Workshop
- Seminars and hands-on laboratory sessions
- Morning & afternoon teas
- Welcome Mixer - social function
- Discount registration for ASM & ACTM members
- Networking MasterClass dinner
All sessions, practical laboratory sessions, morning/afternoon teas, delegate satchel, material & handouts - all included with registration!
Discounted accommodation rates available.
Who should attend?
Specialists & Trainees
Laboratory Scientists/Technicians in Infectious Diseases/Clinical Microbiology, Parasitology, Tropical Medicine & Haematology
A joint meeting:
Parasitology & Tropical Medicine Special Interest Group Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM)
-and-
Standing Committee on Medical Parasitology & Zoonosis Australian College of Tropical Medicine (ACTM)
Conference Management Australian Society for Microbiology
Contact: Meg Lukies, Event Coordinator
FNQ Mycoblitz
19 - 25 February 2009
Atherton Tablelands
The Mycoblitz is the first fungal foray in the Wet Tropics World Heritage area of Far North Queensland, Australia. The Mycoblitz is being organised in conjunction with the School of Marine and Tropical Biology at James Cook University and the new Australian Tropical Herbarium. The venue will be on the Atherton Tablelands at the Lake Tinaroo Recreational Centre. The foray will begin on the evening of the 19th of February.
The aim of the Mycoblitz is to collect as many new species of fungi as possible in a short period of time. The program will include daily collecting, with identification and short seminars to be held in the evenings. We will be visiting a variety of sites including tropical rainforests, wet sclerophyll and savannah ecosystems. This is also an opportunity for students and enthusiastic amateurs to learn field mycology and identification skills from visiting international and national experts.
The surveys will focus on the participating taxonomists' fields of expertise. To date this will include Agaric, Boletoid, Coralloid and Hypogeous (truffle) fungi.
Further enquiries please contact Sandra Abell
phone: 07 4042 1254
email: sandra.abell@jcu.edu.au