The next Biomedical Science Congress is fast approaching and the current climate in the health service means that attendance is vitally important. Now, together with all the usual features of this premier event in the laboratory medicine calendar, introduction of a new Premium Early discounted rate makes early booking even more attractive.
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The exhibition plays a vital role inthe total experience, as it combinesbusiness, networking and socialexchange. As the exhibition comprisesthe free circulation area of the event,naturally it is the place where delegatesview the latest equipment, discussmethodologies and generally enhancetheir knowledge of what is availablecommercially, as well as take coffeebreaks, lunch and generally discussthe issues of the day with friends,colleagues and peers.Clearly, delegates appreciate theexhibition as it enables them to viewnew equipment/products, extendgeneral awareness of techniques andtechnologies, and make contact withrepresentatives of the exhibitingcompanies. Currently, virtually all theallocated space has been reserved, andthe exhibitor list includes the very bestcompanies in the diagnostics arena.Free entrance to the exhibitionThe products and services of wellover 100 companies will be on displayduring the exhibition at Congress.Entrance to the exhibition only is freeof charge and as many tickets asneeded can be ordered for allcolleagues who would like to attend.To obtain tickets please contactthe Biomedical Science CongressRegistration Office on 01892 518877,fax on 01582 518811 or email[email protected].Alternatively, visit the IBMS Congresswebsite at www.ibms.com/congress.these factors undoubtedly are, thisacademic and professional experience isalso supported by a top-class exhibitionand a first-rate social programme.Congress is more than just the sumof its parts as it promotes fellowshipand an appreciation of the value ofbelonging to a dynamic, caring andinfluential professional body.Once again, Congress will take placeat the International Convention Centre(ICC) in Birmingham, a venue that theIBMS has adopted as ‘home’ for itsmajor biennial meeting. So, keep theend of next September free, and makea note of the dates: 28–30 September2009.The Biomedical Science Congress isnow an important part of biomedicalscience – an event at which all the keyissues are addressed. Over the threedays of the event, delegates will havethe opportunity absorb a greater amountof scientific information, handle moreproducts and equipment – and furthertheir CPD needs – than at any otherevent in the year.Attendance at Congress is a vitalopportunity for biomedical scientists totake part in a scientific programmesecond to none, to network with peersfrom across the UK and beyond, and tolearn of the latest developments in theprofession. However, important thoughBIOMEDICAL SCIENCE CONGRESS