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Microscopy & Microanalysis 2000, a joint meeting of the Microscopy Society of America (MSA), the Microbeam Analysis Society (MAS), and the Microscopical Society of Canada/Societe de Microscopie du Canada (MSC/SMC), will be held at the Philadelphia Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA, Sunday, August 13, through Thursday, August 17, 2000. On Saturday and Sunday (August 12-August 13) before the meeting there will be a special two day congress on "SPM of Soft Materials". On Sunday there will also be a series of short courses, described later in this booklet, and an evening social at the convention center. The scientific program runs from Monday morning until Thursday afternoon; the commercial exhibits will be open from Monday noon through Thursday 3 pm. The local committee has put together an exciting array of social events to complement your scientific endeavors.
The scientific program will feature symposia and general sessions highlighting the latest developments in all areas of microscopy and microanalysis. Advances in instrumentation and techniques as well as their applications to physical and biological sciences will be covered in the meeting. Approximately 600 scientific presentations are anticipated with a total attendance of around 2500.
The meeting format will consist of both poster and platform presentations, as well as tutorials, short courses, vendor demonstrations, a public policy presentation, and special interactive "Problem Solving with the Experts" sessions . Special events are listed elsewhere and a complete list of symposia and topics anticipated for general sessions begin on another page..
Booths and exhibits on activities of the sponsoring Societies, such as the MSA Technologists' Forum, Certification Board, Education Committee (including videotape and book displays) and Placement Office (an employer/employee information exchange service), will be open throughout the week. We think you will find this year's meeting in the "City of Brotherly Love" an exciting one.
Electronic Author Data Form
http://www.msa.microscopy.com/MSAMeetings/MM00/00Forms.html.
Housing Information
Microscopy and Microanalysis 2000 sleeping room requests for all convention hotels will be handled through the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau. M&M Meeting Management does not process hotel reservations. Reservations may be made by mailing or faxing the Official M&M Housing Form to "Welcome Philadelphia." Reservations are also being taken by phone or internet. For more details, turn to the inside back cover. Housing will be arranged through the PCVB only through July 5, 2000. After July 5, 2000, arrangements must be made on your own directly with the hotels. You are encouraged to book rooms in advance at the reduced rates through the PCVB.
Hotels
Hawthorn Suites Philadelphia Adjacent to the Pennsylvania Convention Center, this hotel offers studios and one-bedroom suites. Some rooms are equipped with full kitchens. All suites are more than 50% larger than a standard hotel room. Features include a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, evening manager's reception Monday - Thursday, as well as complimentary morning newspaper, exercise room and much more.
Loews Philadelphia Opening April 2000, this hotel is located directly across the street from the south entrance of the Convention Center. Offerings include 24-hour room service, full-service fitness center and spa, walking distance from historical sites, Reading Terminal, shopping and night life. The landmark that once took you back, now propels you forward. A place built on a piece of the past, assembled with today's most sophisticated technology, and opening in the near future.
Philadelphia Courtyard by Marriott The Philadelphia Courtyard is located one block from the Convention Center. Converted from the Historic City Hall Annex, opening November 1999, the hotel maintains the unique architectural features that make the building a great example of classical revival civil architecture. Offerings include king or queen size beds with a separate seating area with sofa bed, full size work desk, complimentary coffee maker, exercise room and guest laundry.
Wyndham Franklin Plaza Hotel M&M 2000 headquarters hotel is located in the downtown area, 6 blocks from the Convention Center. Daily shuttles to the Convention Center will be provided. Newly renovated, this hotel is one of Philadelphia's best luxury values. Continental restaurant, full-service cafe, lobby bar and room service are available. Transportation to the airport is available. Travel Information
There are 1,300 arrivals and departures daily at Philadelphia International Airport. The airport rail line provides service from the airport to Center City every half-hour daily from 6 a.m. to midnight. The line stops just two blocks away from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Travel time is only 23 minutes, and the maximum weekday fare is $5. Cabs run a flat rate of $20 from the airport to Center City. For air travel information call Hunt Travel, the Official Travel Agent for M&M 2000, at (800) 823-9974 or (312) 861-1888.
Commercial Exhibition Hours
Monday noon Ð 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 9:30 a.m. Ð 3:00 p.m.
Registration Hours
Sunday 7:30 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Monday 7:00 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. Ð 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. Ð 3:00 p.m.
WIN 2 FREE TICKETS ON UNITED AIRLINES!
Qualify to win two Free tickets, good for travel on United Airlines in the 48 states*, by calling either Hunt Travel, or United Airlines for specially discounted airfares to MICROSCOPY AND MICROANALYSIS 2000
DOMESTIC TRAVELERS: Call Hunt Travel, Inc. at 1-800-433-4868 Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Chicago Time, or 1-800-823-9974 (24Hours/7days)
OR
Call United Airlines at 1-800-521-4041 7:00 am -12 Midnight est YOU MUST MENTION MEETING I.D. CODE 583OB
INTERNATIONAL TRAVELERS: Call Hunt Travel at 1-312-861-1888
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