REGISTRATION
Abstract Update
Concurrent sessions are limited to 12 (as in the 10th ICRS in Okinawa). Therefore a limited number of oral presentations are
possible during the 5 day Symposium. A decision process was implemented to assign orals and posters in the most equitable way
possible.
We view both types of presentations as having great value. Note that papers deriving from either type are eligible to be
considered for inclusion in the Symposium Proceedings.
We very much look forward to seeing you all in Fort Lauderdale come this July!
On behalf of the 11th ICRS Abstract Review Committee and Local Organizing Committee, we thank all the abstract submitters. We
received an unprecedented submission of over 2,500 abstracts representing 114 countries for inclusion within the 26
Mini-Symposiums!
International Delegates:
Please be advised that the 11th ICRS meeting is only 3 days after the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 4. This long holiday weekend is a very busy travel time for many people in the United States and is typically one of the busiest weeks for airlines and beach hotels. If you want to arrive early into the United States for any field trips or leisure travel, we highly recommend that you book your airline and hotel reservations as soon as possible.
All registrants will receive a confirmation by email.
Registrations received before March 14, 2008 will be mailed their badge, program/abstract/briefcase pick-up coupon and any tickets purchased. All international attendees will pick-up the materials on-site; the badge, coupon and tickets will not be mailed in advance.
Students MUST show I.D. on-site in order to receive special rate. Students must have their department head sign the registration form in order to qualify for the student rate.
The registration fee for members, nonmembers and students includes entrance to all scientific sessions, plenary lectures, exhibits, opening and closing ceremonies, refreshment breaks, daily (Mon-Fri) lunch vouchers, closing party and briefcase that will contain the program and abstract book. Daily registrations are entitled to only the events scheduled for that particular day. The Closing Social ticket is not included with the Thursday daily registration but may be purchased separately.
GUESTS (Accompanying Family Members or Guests)
A variety of activities are available to non-reef scientist guests accompanying registered Symposium attendees. The Accompanying Person Package includes entrance to the exhibits and 3 daytime tours to unique venues in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. The 3 day tour package includes day tours to Everglades Holiday Park (Tuesday), Sawmill Grass shopping outlet mall (Wednesday), and Jungle Queen Riverboat cruise (Thursday). Refreshment breaks and lunch vouchers are not included.
To purchase the Accompanying Person Package or the evening at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, indicate your selection(s) on the attendee’s registration.
Guest tickets can be purchased for the Closing Social.
Press badges will be issued at the registration desk only to members of the working press and freelance writers bearing a letter of assignment from an editor. Representatives from allied fields (public relations, public information, public affairs, etc.) must pay the non-member fee.
Full attendee registration includes daily lunch vouchers, admission to all scientific sessions, lectures, opening and closing ceremonies, welcome reception,coffee breaks, closing banquet, daily shuttle service between hotel and convention center, one copy of the conference proceedings and eligibility to register for field sessions. Only registered attendees and guests can participate in the field sessions.
| ISRS Member | End of day March 14 March 15 and after On Site |
$495 $565 $595 |
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| Non-Member | End of day March 14 March 15 and after On Site |
$545 $595 $630 |
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| Student Member | End of day March 14 March 15 and after On Site |
$275 $295 $330 |
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| Student Non-Member | End of day March 14 March 15 and after On Site |
$295 $315 $345 |
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| Daily (Registration does not include closing banquet on Thursday) |
$195 | ||
| Guest 3 Day Tour Package (Registration does not include closing banquet on Thursday) |
$125 | ||
| Closing Banquet | $85 | ||
| Field trip Only registered meeting attendees can purchase field sessions. For information on Field Trips and costs please see Field Trips. |
Prices vary |
Payment must be made by the following methods:
- Credit card payment may be made with MasterCard, Visa or American Express. The charge will appear on your Visa, MasterCard or American Express as a charge from CORAL REEF SYM 2008, BETHESDA, MD.
- Check drawn on a U.S. bank in U.S. dollars made payable to the 11th ICRS Meeting. Checks drawn on non-U.S. banks and/or written in non-U.S. currency will be returned and registrations will not be processed.
- U.S. or international money order in U.S. dollars made payable to the 11th ICRS Meeting.
Purchase orders will not be accepted as payment of registration.
Registration fees and tickets will be refunded, if your written cancellation request is received by the ICRS Meeting Department by Monday, June 2, 2008. There will be a $25 processing fee for any registration cancellation. Fax refund/cancellation requests to 301/634-7008 or email "Josie Leftwich" <leftwich barney faseb fred org>.
MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR REGISTRATION
If you need to purchase tickets, field trips or make any modifications to your registration after your registration has been completed, please contact "Josie Leftwich" <leftwich barney faseb fred org> for assistance. Modifications to completed registrations cannot be made online by the registrant.
Kosher meals are available only upon request and must be requested at least 30 days in advance of the meeting. To request a kosher meal please email "Josie Leftwich" <leftwich barney faseb fred org>. Vegetarian options are always offered at all food function events and do not need to be ordered in advanced.
| Sunday, July 6 | 12:00PM - 6:00PM |
| Monday, July 7 | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Tuesday, July 8 | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday, July 9 | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday, July 10 | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday, July 11 | 7:00AM - 3:00PM |