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Welcome
Welcome and General Information
The 25th Annual Meeting of the Society of Toxicologic Pathology will
take place June 18-22, 2006 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, one
of the world’s most beautiful and vibrant cities. Vancouver is nestled
in a spectacular natural environment between coastal mountains and the
Pacific Ocean. The city offers world-class restaurants and unlimited sights
and opportunities for exploring the outdoors.
Toxicologic Pathology of the Respiratory System is the theme of the 25th
Symposium. STP is very fortunate to have Dr. William Martin, II, M.D.,
Associate Director NIEHS, Director, Office of Translational Research provide
the keynote address. His talk is entitled, "Alveolar Tissue Genesis:
Trials and Tribulations." Dr. Martin received his M.D. from the University
of Minnesota in 1974, and completed his pulmonary and critical care training
at Mayo Clinic in 1979. Following completion of his research training
in the Pulmonary Branch at the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute,
he joined the staff of Mayo Clinic as a clinician-investigator in 1981.
While on faculty at Indiana University, Dr. Martin served as a Health
Policy Fellow, United States Senate, Labor and Human Resources Committee
in 1995. Dr. Martin has served as the Dean of the University Of Cincinnati
College Of Medicine and is a past president of the American Thoracic Society.
He also served as the Director of Pulmonary and Critical Care at Indiana
University for twelve years before becoming the Executive Associate Dean
for Clinical Affairs at the University's School of Medicine.
Sessions
Session topics for this year’s symposium are related to the science of inhalation studies, including study design, risk assessment, maximum tolerated dose, clearance and overload, and biomarkers of pulmonary disease. Speakers will address techniques of inhalation studies such as morphology, stereology, and biochemical analysis of bronchioles. In addition, concepts and emerging targets in pulmonary disease, including asthma, cystic fibrosis and COPD, and environmental respiratory disease, such as air pollution and cigarette smoke will be covered. There will also be a focus on comparative anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the rodent respiratory tract, including the upper respiratory tract. Individual speakers and session details can be found under the Meeting Agenda menu.
Continuing Education Courses
NTP Symposium—Pathology of the Urinary System—Saturday,
June 17
Free Event; registration required
This year's NTP Satellite Symposium will focus on the Urinary System.
The interactive symposium is organized by Susan Elmore, MS, DVM, DACVP
of NIEHS. The object of this symposium hasn't changed from the last couple
of years-it is to provide continuing education on interpreting pathology
slides, to generate lively and productive conversation, and to have a
good time. This is a free session, for meeting attendees, but due to space
limitations, registration is required. View the NTP Satellite Symposium
agenda.
Two Continuing Education Courses will be offered this
year on Sunday, June 18: “Toxicologic Pathology of the Developing Central
Nervous System," and “Application of the Human Relevance Framework
to the Analysis of Rodent Tumor Data.” More information about these courses
is available under the Meeting Agenda menu.
Additional fee
Exhibit Hall
STP will again host an Exhibit Hall during the meeting for companies
offering products and services related to the field of toxicologic pathology.
Exhibit space has been significantly expanded this year because last year’s
exhibition was sold out. More information is available under the Exhibits
menu.
Preparing Figures for Publication—New This Year
Would you like to know more about making adjustments to your photomicrographs
with photoimaging software? For the .rst time, STP will offer free technology
theatre sessions on how to prepare .gures for publication and the ethics
of image manipulation. These 20-minute sessions will be offered Monday
through Wednesday at 7:30 AM and on Monday at 12:30 PM. To sign up for
one of the free sessions, e-mail stp@toxpath.org.
Sign up will also be available at the registration desk at the meeting.
In addition, a photoimaging professional will be available by appointment
to answer one-on-one questions at the NTP booth. For more information
or to set up an appointment in advance for a one-on-one session, contact
Norris Flagler or the new Toxicologic
Pathology image editor, Beth Mahler.
Meeting Timeline
Abstract submission Deadline: April 15, 2006
Advance Registration Deadline: April 1, 2006
Pre-Registration Deadline: May 12, 2006
Hotel Reservation Deadline: May 9, 2006
Cancellation Deadline: May 5, 2006
Social Events
Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception will be held on Sunday evening, June 18. Admission
to the Welcome Reception is included in the member, non-member, student
and spouse/guest registration fees. Come and enjoy a relaxing evening
mingling with friends and colleagues.
President’s Reception
The President’s Gala Reception will be held on Wednesday evening,
June 21. Attire will be business casual.
Student Reception
Attention All Students: on Sunday evening, June 18, the Society invites
you to a special reception. This will be a fun opportunity to meet fellow
students, and interact with scientists representing all facets of the
Society as you discuss your future and the various career paths available
to you. This function has been the highlight of past meetings for many
students. Come and take advantage of the unique networking opportunity.
Meeting Events
Town Hall Meeting
A town meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday, June 19. When members
of the STP Scientific Regulatory Policy Committee will discuss their activities.
Business Meeting
The Annual Business Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 20, starting
at 5:15 PM. All attendees are welcome to attend.
A Special Note for the Physically Challenged
STP wishes to take steps that are required to ensure that no individual
with a disability is excluded, denied services, segregated or otherwise
treated differently than other individuals because of the absence of auxiliary
aids and services. If you need any auxiliary aids or services identified
in the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any assistance in registering
for this meeting, please contact STP Headquarters at (703) 438-7508, ext.
1443 or e-mail stp@toxpath.org.
Attire
The attire is casual. Vancouver enjoys warm, comfortable summers that
are rarely scorching. June to August daytime temperatures linger just
above 20ºC (70ºF). Evenings, especially in the surrounding mountains,
can be cool, so it's best to pack a light jacket and sweater. A sweater
may also be needed for the air-conditioned meeting rooms.
Required Documents to Enter Canada for U.S. Citizens
Citizens of The United States will need proof of citizenship (a valid
passport, or a driver’s license together with a birth certificate)
to enter Canada and also to reenter the U.S. More information is available
on the State Department Web site: http://travel.state.gov
Required Documents to Enter Canada for Citizens of Countries Other than
the U.S.
Please visit the Canadian Embassy Web site at www.cic.gc.ca
to determine your specific traveling requirements or contact the nearest
Canadian Embassy, High Commission, or consulate in your region. Attendees
from countries other than the U.S. must have a valid passport and may
require other documentation such as visas.
Currency Exchange
Currency can be exchanged at downtown banks and at Vancouver International
Airport. Banks, stores, hotels, and restaurants accept travelers’
cheques with picture identification.
$1.00 United States Dollars (on March 20, 2006) is equivalent to $1.16
Canadian Dollars. Visit The
Bank of Canada for current exchange rates.
Electricity
Voltage in Canada is 110 volts AC, 60 Hz. Foreign-made appliances may
need AC adapters and North American two-prong, flat-blade plugs.
Taxes & Tipping
Prices displayed in Canada do not include sales tax. It is customary to
give a small gift of money (tip) for services rendered to waiters (15%-20%
of bill), porters ($1 per bag), chamber maids ($1/day), and taxi drivers
(15% of fare).
Time Zone
Vancouver is located in the Pacific Standard Time zone (PST), eight hours
behind Greenwich Mean Time, 3 hours behind New York City (EST).
Sponsors
STP wishes to thank its 2006 Sponsors for their generous support of
the meeting and other STP activities. |
