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UPCOMING MEETING
P³G Annual Meeting
"Harmonization in Practice: A Platform Based on 50 Studies from 18 Countries"
April 26 and 27, 2010
Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel
900 Rene Levesque Blvd. W
Montreal, Quebec Canada H3B 4A5
REGISTRATION and HOTEL RESERVATION DEADLINE MARCH 22, 2010
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Addressing the process, benefits and future of
harmonization, the meeting will include a report on the first
P3G harmonization process drawn on 50 studies from 18
countries. Challenges and opportunities in achieving the
concrete harmonization of data and samples will be addressed
and will lead to an action plan for finding practical
solutions. Accordingly, the general focus of the meeting will
illustrate the potential of pooling data and how this process
can benefit biobankers around the world. By identifying and
analyzing scientific questions and drawing on the harmonization
platform, participants will be able to contribute to the next
stage of progress in the harmonization process.
A draft agenda will be posted on the P³G website in the New Year and a final
agenda will be distributed in the March newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION CHANGE The meeting (which had been scheduled to take place in Quebec City)
will now be held in Montreal at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel.
We hope this change in venue will make it easier for members from around the world to join us.
We are also pleased to offer extra-curricular activities for those interested in exploring the Quebec region;
details can be found below.
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Poster Session |
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Share and discuss your work with other P³G members
in a non-competitive poster session. Poster topics may cover
recent developments and/or tools in your biobank or related
research. Posters which have been shown before may be
presented. You can indicate your interest in participating
when you register. Please note: Abstracts must be submitted
in advance either during the registration process or by email
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REGISTRATION
Registration is now open but is available to
P³G members only - should you be
interested, please apply for Membership. Interested participants must register in
advance. There is no registration fee for Members in good standing.
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TRAVEL, FOOD AND ACCOMODATIONS
Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodations.
For your convenience, a block of rooms has been reserved at a preferred rate for P³G
members at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel.
To benefit from this reduced rate
hotel reservations must be made by March 22, 2010. Should you wish to extend your
stay for a few days before and/or after the meeting dates, the hotel will offer the
same preferred rate. The historic and elegant Queen Elizabeth Hotel is located in
the heart of downtown Montreal, steps away from the city's famous boutiques and
the beauty and charm of Old Montreal.
Food and beverages will be provided to participants at the meeting and workshops,
including a member dinner on April 26th, 2010.
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ADDITIONAL TRAVEL AND TOURISM INFORMATION
Should you wish to extend your trip, we would be happy to provide you with ideas of where
to go and what to see. To help you plan your trip, we recommend visiting the
Tourism Montreal website and watching
their interactive video. We are pleased to
propose the following extracurricular activities for those wishing to explore the
Quebec region following the meeting. You will have an opportunity to express your
interest in these activities during the online registration process.
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Travel Information |
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Sugar Shack April 29, 2010
April is the time of year when Quebecers take part in the centuries-old
tradition of "sugaring-off" touring maple sugar shacks to see how maple
syrup and other maple sweet treats are made before indulging in a feast of
food and celebration. Join us for a full-day of activities including
horse-drawn carriage rides, a multi-course feast and, of course, a guided
tour of the maple tree forest and maple syrup facilities.
Approximately $150/person (less for children),
including transportation.
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Travel by Air
Pierre Elliot Trudeau Airport (YUL) is about a 30-minute drive from
The Queen Elizabeth Hotel. The set taxi rate from the airport is $38
(not including 15% gratuity). Public transit is also available from the
airport to the hotel and should be estimated at 60-75 minutes.
Details can be found on Google maps.
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Quebec City April 28-30, 2010
A 2- or 3-day visit to historic 400-year-old Quebec City and surrounding areas
such as the Montmorency Falls. Approximately $75 per person for travel,
plus accommodations and food (estimate $300-400/day per person).
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Travel by Train
The Via Rail Central Station is connected to the hotel and there is an
elevator that leads directly from the station to the hotel.
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Montreal Cruise and Dinner April 28, 2010
Enjoy the early Spring sunset as it falls behind Montreal's skyline.
The nearly 4-hour cruise offers an exquisite gourmet menu. Approximately $150 per person.
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Members Requiring a Travel Visa
Should you require a travel visa to attend the P³G Meeting,
please email secretariat@p3g.org and we will make every effort to assist you.
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