Congress Dates

Wednesday, October 12th – Sunday, October 16th, 2005

Congress Venue

ExCeL London International Exhibition Centre
London Docklands, London E16 1XL, United Kingdom
www.excel-london.co.uk

ExCeL is London’s latest and most exciting waterfront conference and exhibition destination. The 100 acre site includes the Royal Victoria Dock in London’s vibrant Docklands area and is close to the River Thames, Greenwich and Tower Bridge.Located in the heart of the developed Docklands area in East London, it enjoys good transport links from central London.

CME

The Royal College of Physicians of London has awarded 19 credits of CPD accreditation to the 14th Congress of the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology.

The European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology Skin and Sexual Health: A Challenge for Europe is recognised by the American Academy of Dermatology for 18.0 hour(s) of AAD category 1 CME credit and may be used toward the American Academy of Dermatology's Continuing Medical Education Award.

Climate and Clothing

The average weather tends to be mild and sunny, but rain may be expected. So please bring a coat and umbrella.

Currency/Credit Cards/Banking

The currency in the United Kingdom is pounds sterling (£), which is subdivided into 100 pence. International credit cards are accepted as payment in most hotels, restaurants and shops. Exchange offices and machines are available throughout the city and at all the International airports.

Registration fees will however be processed in EUROS (€) only. On-site payments will be able to be made in STERLING (£). Accommodation and excursion payments will be in STERLING (£) only.

Disclaimer

Neither the European Academy of Dermatology & Venereology nor the Congress Secretariat (Conference & Event Services from British Association of Dermatology) accept any liability for damages and/or losses of any kind which may be incurred by the congress participants or by any persons accompanying them, both during the official activities and the excursions. The client participates in all tours and events at his/her own risk. Participants are advised to take out insurance against loss, accidents or damage that could be incurred during the Congress. Verbal agreements will not be binding unless they are confirmed in writing. Sole place of jurisdiction is London. English law is applicable.

Electricity

If you are travelling from outside the UK, remember to bring electrical adaptors for any electrical appliances you may have packed. The electricity supply in the UK is 240V 50Hz.

Exhibition

A large exhibition will run alongside the Congress. All exhibits will be integrated with the main Congress areas. Interested companies are advised to contact the Congress Secretariat.

Force Majeure

In the event of the entire Congress having to be cancelled owing to force majeure then the Organiser cannot accept liability for any claims for damages and/or losses.

Lunches

Lunches can be purchased in advance on the registration form on Thursday and Friday.
Price: 25 Euro (€)

Name Badge

All delegates and accompanying persons will receive a name badge. Badges must be worn for all congress activities.

Passport & Visa Requirements

All foreign visitors to the UK must possess a passport valid for at least the next three months, except for EU nationals, who only need their national identity card. Participants requiring a visa should apply immediately to the British Embassy or Consulate in their country in order to avoid delay in travel to the Congress. The Congress Secretariat is able to assist delegates by processing the Official Invitations on request.

Poster Boards

Presenting authors of accepted posters will receive further information about the size, format and location of their posters prior to the Congress. Velcro will be provided to fix your poster to the board. Any posters received and accepted which are not mounted during the Congress will show the title and author’s name plus a “Not Presented” message.

Registration

Participants and accompanying persons are requested to register in advance by filling in the on-line registration form or downloading the PDF Registration Form.

(*) The applicant’s Registration Form must be accompanied by written proof of status.

Registration fee for Participants covers:

• Admission to Scientific Sessions and Satellite Symposia
• Abstract Book
• Congress Documentation
• Tea and Coffee Breaks
• Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
• Admission to Exhibition

Registration fee for Accompanying Persons covers:

• Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
• Admission to Exhibition

The full registration fee will apply for any forms received after 30th June 2005.
Registrations received after 30th September 2005 will be processed as on-site registrations.
Reservations for the various events included in the registration fee must be indicated on the Registration Form.

Fellowships
300 grants of substantially reduced registrations (€100) will be provided by the Congress organisers to facilitate attendance at the Congress for those dermato-venereologists of reduced economic means. Click here for Guidelines and Application Details.

Certificate of Attendance

Registered participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

Official Language

English will be the official language of the meeting. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Oral Presentations

Computer projection facilities only will be available in the meeting rooms. Presenting authors will receive all technical information and details prior to the Congress in order to ensure the smooth running of sessions.

Poster Presentations

The poster display will be located within the main exhibition. Presenting authors will receive all technical information and details prior to the Congress.