14th International Chromosome Conference
September 4-8, 2001, Würzburg, Germany
EDITION: 2001.01.28 (last modified 2001.08.08)
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Local Organizing Committee

M. Schmid, Chairman
R. Benavente
E. Buchner
M. Gessler
M. Guttenbach		 H. Hoehn
G. Kaiser
I. Nanda
G. Ott		 M. Schartl
B. Weber

Standing Committee of the International Chromosome Conferences

A. T. Sumner, Chairman (North Berwick, UK)
M. D. Bennett (Kew, UK)
J. H. de Jong (Wageningen, The Netherlands)
E. Olmo (Ancona, Italy)
M. Puertas (Madrid, Spain)
M. Schmid (Würzburg, Germany)
J. Searle (York, UK)

International Advisory Board

G. Bernardi (Naples, Italy)
I. Gustavsson (Uppsala, Sweden)
D. Griffin (London, UK)
H. Hameister (Ulm, Germany)
J. S. Heslop-Harrison (Leicester, UK)
J. Meyne (Los Alamos, USA)
T. Ried (Bethesda, USA)		 J. Searle (York, UK)
I. Schubert (Gatersleben, Germany)
K. Sperling (Berlin, Germany)
G. Sutherland (Adelaide, Australia)
N. Takagi (Sapporo, Japan)
B. Trask (Seattle, USA)

Website Editor
S. Nakayama (Tsukuba, Japan)

CONFERENCE OFFICE

14th International Chromosome Conference
Department of Human Genetics
Biozentrum, Am Hubland
97074 Würzburg, Germany

Phone: +49 931 888 4077
Fax: +49 931 888 4069
e-mail: m.schmid@biozentrum.uni-wuerzburg.de or icc14@biozentrum.uni-wuerzburg.de

INTERNET SITE

http://www.chromosome.net/icc14.html

Check out our website for further information and the final programme. If you would like to suggest additions to this site, please contact the Conference Office.

WELCOME ADDRESS

Dear friends and colleagues,

On behalf of the Standing Committee of the International Chromosome Conference, I cordially invite you to participate at the 14th International Chromosome Conference to be held in Würzburg, September 4 - 8, 2001.

The International Chromosome Conferences have evolved from the Oxford Chromosome Conferences, founded by the late C.D. Darlington in 1964. They are held every three years, usually at an European location.

Since the early days of these conferences, they have brought together scientists from various fields of research whose common interest is the study of chromosome structure, function and evolution. The basic concept of these conferences has always been personal exchange of scientific results and ideas across various disciplines. They thus are truly interdisciplinary, and attract a wide range of scientists, from cytogeneticists to molecular geneticists, from evolutionary biologists to human geneticists and cancer specialists.

Historically, the University of Würzburg has a long-standing tradition of chromosome studies. Perhaps the most notable among European scientists who did research on chromosomes was Theodor Boveri, who worked at our University and was one of the founders of the chromosome theory of heredity. As early as 1914 he predicted the importance of chromosome abnormalities in cancer.

Although a city of only 130.000 inhabitants, Würzburg is the administrative capital of the Lower Franconian Region and rich in museums, historical buildings and wine-lovers. Every visitor to Würzburg climbes up to the monumental Fortress that overlooks the river Main, and pays a visit to the baroque Residence with its famous Tiepolo paintings. Würzburg is easily accessible from the airports of Frankfurt, Munich and Nuremberg.

Together with my colleagues I look forward to welcoming you at the conference, and hope that your stay will be most successful and enjoyable.

Michael Schmid
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GENERAL INFORMATION

Congress Venue
Philosophy Center, University of Würzburg, Am Hubland, D-97074 Würzburg, Germany

Important Deadlines
DEADLINE
Abstract Submission:
Registration at Reduced Fees:		 April 30, 2001
April 30, 2001
Hotel Registration:
Cancellation with Refund:		 July 20, 2001
July 20, 2001

TRAVEL INFORMATION

Passports and Visas
Holders of passports from countries in Western Europe, USA, Canada, Australia and Japan require no visa to enter Germany. Other nationalities may wish to contact the German Embassy in their country for information.

Insurance
In registering for the 14th ICC participants agree that neither the Organizing Committee nor the Secretariat of the Conference assume any liability whatsoever. The delegates are requested to make their own insurance arrangements with respect to transportation, luggage and health.

Weather and Clothing
The weather at the beginning of September is usually warm and sunny. Although we expect pleasant temperatures (18C - 24C), it is recommended to bring a sweater, rain coat or umbrella.
Yahoo! Weather of Würzburg - DL - Forecast

Electricity Supply
220 V, AC; 50 Hz

How to reach Würzburg
Würzburg can be reached by train from all over Europe and by train from the airports of Frankfurt, Munich and Nuremberg. Please contact your local travel agency or the tourist centers in the airports for the best connection to Würzburg. From the Würzburg train station the city center is within walking distance or can be easily reached by streetcar.

Transportation in Würzburg
The city of Würzburg offers a system of public transportation of buses and streetcars with easy access from the hotels. 24-hrs-tickets (approx. EUR 4.-) can be purchased in the tourist office (in front of the train station) or from the ticket machines at most of the bus and streetcar stations. Please select "Zone 1" tickets in those machines. Use bus lines nos. 10, 14 or 34 to reach the Conference Center. For exits, please see the map page on the back cover.

FACILITIES AT THE CONFERENCE CENTER

Car Parking
Ample parking space is available adjacent to the Conference Center without charges (please refer to the map page on the back cover).

Registration Desk
Our staff at the registration desk will assist delegates, accompanying persons, and the personnel of the commercial exhibition during the conference. Please do not hesitate to contact the registration desk in case of any queries.

Service Center
The following services will be available: Phone, Fax, Photocopying.

Bank
A bank is located within walking distance from the Conference Center in the Mensa-Building (please see map page). The bank recommends Traveller Checks as the most easy and comfortable way to change your currency.
Day Bank opening hours
Tuesday and Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:		 8:30-12:00 / 12:30-16:30
8:30-12:00 / 12:30-18:30
8:30-12:00 / 12:30-16:30

Lunch
The full costs of the lunches (Tuesday to Friday) are included in the registration fees. Lunch will be served in the Mensa-Building, across from the Conference Center (see map page). Vegetarian food is available.

Coffee Break
During the session breaks refreshments (coffee, tea) and cookies will be served free of charge to the participants wearing badges. Snacks will be offered at reasonable prices.

Biocenter of the University
The Biocenter is located within walking distance from the Conference Center (see map page). You may wish to take the opportunity to meet with one of our colleagues of the Departments of Human Genetics, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Zoology and Physiological Chemistry.
Please refer to the web site of the Biocenter: http://www.biozentrum.uni-wuerzburg.de/
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Lecture Halls and Lecture Rooms in the Conference Center
Lecture Halls 1 and 2 for the Main Sessions 1-11 will have single slide projection (format 5 cm x 5 cm, 35 mm film), over-head and electronic data projection. Presenters are kindly asked to bring their own laptop with them. It is strongly recommended to check the slides and/or the compatibility of the projector and make yourself familiar with its operation prior to the session.

Lecture Rooms for the Concurrent Symposia A-H will be equipped with single slide projection (format 5 cm x 5 cm, 35 mm film). The speakers will have the appropriate assistance for slide projection during their lectures. It is recommended that the authors check their slides in the assigned lecture hall prior to their session.

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Registration and Payment Modalities
Deadline for Registration: July 20, 2001

You are kindly asked to register before July 20, 2001. After this date registrations will have to be made on site.

Please send the Registration Form (with a copy of the Bank Transfer Order) together with the Abstract Form to the Conference Office, and the Hotel Reservation Form to the Tourist Office (for addresses, please see the forms).

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Registration Fees (EURO) before April 30 after April 30
Regular fee
Eastern European Countries:
Developing Countries
Students (Please provide ID)
Accompanying person
Day Ticket (per day)		 EUR 300.-
EUR 200.-
EUR 200.-
EUR 120.-
EUR 100.-
EUR 100.-		 EUR 350.-
EUR 250.-
EUR 250.-
EUR 150.-

Registration fee includes:
- Attendance to all Sessions
- Access to Commercial Exhibition
- Welcome Reception
- Lunch and Refreshments
- Abstract Book		 Accompanying personals fee includes:
- Conference Inauguration
- Access to Commercial Exhibition
- Welcome Reception
- Lunch and Refreshments

Payment Modality
Please make a bank transfer to the Conference Bank:
Michael Schmid, Account No.: 43196260 (14th ICC)
Sparkasse Mainfranken Würzburg,
Bank Code: 790 500 00, S.W.I.F.T. Code: BYLA DE 77

All payments are requested to be made in EURO, free of charges for the beneficiary. Please make sure that the delegate's name (matching with the name on the registration form) is given on the bank transfer.

The Conference Office regrets that checks or credit cards cannot be accepted.

Badges
Participants will collect their name badges from the registration desk. As only registered participants will be able to attend the Scientific Sessions, the lunches from Tuesday to Friday and the refreshments, you are kindly asked to wear your badge when entering the Conference Center. Accompanying persons and Commercial Exhibitors will also receive badges to allow the access to the appropriate areas. Lost badges will be replaced at the registration desk, charging a handling fee of EUR 10.- .

Confirmation of Registration
Confirmations will be sent when the Registration Form and the payment have been received. Please bring proof of payment of your registration fee when you collect your registration material on site.


Announcement: January 19, 2001 (last modified 2001.08.08)