Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual ...
Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual ... Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual Meeting & ToxExpo Annual ...
GENERAL INFORMATION Global Gallery of Toxicology In honor of SOT’s 50th Anniversary, societies of toxicology from around the world were invited to participate in the “Global Gallery of Toxicology.” Posters showcasing their formation, key accomplishments and strategic initiatives, current and future activities, and upcoming meeting dates will be prominently displayed in the Exhibit Hall. SOT and these societies aim to increase the reliance of international decision makers on the science of toxicology to advance human health and disease prevention. Please see page 57 for a list of Societies participating in the Global Gallery. Guest/Spouse Hospitality Room The SOT Guest/Spouse Hospitality Room provides guest participants (non-scientists) with a place to meet and socialize with other guests. To visit the Hospitality Room, guests must register for the Annual Meeting with the person they are accompanying. Guests will not have access to the scientific sessions or the Exhibit Hall. Please remember to wear your badge to all SOT events. The Guest Hospitality Room will be located in the Renaissance Hotel. Guest/Spouse Hospitality Room hours: Sunday .............................................................. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday ............................................................. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Tuesday ............................................................. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Wednesday ........................................................ 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Thursday .........................................................8:00 AM–11:30 AM Internet Access at the Convention Center SOT knows the importance of staying connected to your daily activities while attending the Annual Meeting, and provides several ways for you to access the Internet while at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Computers with Internet Access/E-mail Center SOT will provide computers you can use to access the Internet. These computers are available to attendees in the E-mail Center located in the registration area, East Lobby. Free Wireless Internet Access Free wireless Internet access is available through “Wi-Fi Lounges” in designated areas in the Exhibit Hall. See map on pages 4–5 for locations. Free wireless Internet access is also available in the complimentary Convention Center Connect Lounges located in the Grand Lobby, Concourse A, Concourse B, Metro Entrance, L Street Entrance near rooms 156 and 140, across from 143C, Uptown Cafe and Downtown Cafe, and 2nd and 3rd floor Wing seating areas. Secure Wireless Internet Access The Walter E. Washington Convention Center Wi-Fi is a self-service wireless network that is available to all event attendees. The cost is $24.95 per day based on a 24-hour time frame, and can be purchased directly from any wireless capable computer. This service allows Internet access in the public space and meeting rooms only, but not in the Exhibit Hall. To access Internet in areas that are not designated for Wi-Fi in the Exhibit Hall, meeting rooms, and public space, the cost is $16.95 per hour or $99 per day. Lost and Found Lost and found articles may be taken to the SOT Headquarters Office, Room 101, of the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Any items remaining after 11:30 AM, Thursday, March 10 will be taken back to SOT Headquarters Office. If you do not remove your poster at the end of your session, you will find it on the “Poster Reclamation Tables” at the end of the 1600 aisle in the Exhibit Hall (back right corner of hall) until Wednesday at 4:30 PM. Photography Policy and Session Etiquette for Attendees Out of courtesy for the scientific presenters, we appreciate your compliance with the following policies: 15 and UNDER • Cell phones and other electronic devices should be set on mute. • Electronic capture of scientific sessions by any method is prohibited. • Children under the age of 15 are not allowed in scientific sessions unless the session chair gives consent. Session chairs are asked to enforce these policies and individuals who do not comply will be asked to leave the session. 15 and UNDER • Photography of poster presentations is prohibited without the specific consent of the presenter(s)/ author(s). • Photography of exhibitor booths is prohibited. • Children under the age of 15 are prohibited from entering the Exhibit Hall at any time. If you have any questions regarding these polices, please contact the SOT Headquarter staff at the Registration Desk. Prize Drawings in the Exhibit Hall — Wednesday, March 9 Exhibitor Prize Drawings: Many Exhibitors are giving away fabulous prizes at ToxExpo on Wednesday, March 9. Winners will be announced on the Public Address System in the Exhibit Hall at 12:30 PM. A list of prizes being offered will be posted in the Wi-Fi Lounge (Internet access areas of the Hall). Be sure to stop by those exhibitors’ booths by Wednesday morning to enter each of the prize drawings! Each company will conduct their drawing at 11:30 AM, Wednesday. Be sure to stick around for lunch at one of the Concession Stands in the hall on Wednesday, where a terrific variety of lunch options are available, and listen for your name to be called as the winners are announced at 12:30 PM! A complete list of winners will also be posted in each of the Wi-Fi Lounge areas after the drawings. 11 Products and Services 365 days of the year—Visit ToxExpo.com GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION GENERAL INFORMATION Toxexpo TM Daily Prize Drawing $500: SOT/ToxExpo TM will conduct three daily prize drawings for a $500 American Express Gift card. Stop by the Diamond Level Sponsors’ booths to drop off your business card. Winners will be announced at 12:30 PM each day. SOT Security and Safety The possibility of demonstrators is very real given the nature of our conference. Events of this nature range from verbal confrontations, protests, strikes, to riots. We recommend the following procedures in the event of demonstrations: • Have your name badge available upon entering the Convention Center. Wear your name badge in the Convention Center. When leaving the facility, remove it so as to blend with other people. • If you see a demonstration or protest beginning, please contact any member of the SOT Annual Meeting staff and they will initiate an SOT response. If you see actions that appear threatening, notify the nearest security officer. • Do not engage, defend either side, or subdue person(s) in any type of disturbance. Demonstrators are usually trying to attract media attention. Don’t help them! • SOT representatives will respond to media inquiries. Do not participate in interviews or other media responses. • In the unlikely event that outsiders disrupt a scientific session or other event, SOT security officials have developed a contingency plan. Please follow directions from the chairperson and avoid becoming involved in the situation. Safety Tips Walk “smart” when you leave the Convention Center: • Know your destination and the best way to reach it. • Travel along sidewalks in lighted areas at night, and don’t walk alone. • Establish a “buddy” system with another attendee to walk to and from the Convention Center. • Share schedules and check up on each other periodically. • Build your awareness of unknown surroundings by reviewing local information. • Laptop computers are attractive, easy targets for thieves. Be sure your laptop is in a secure place. • Jackets with pockets provide a convenient alternative to reduce the chance for lost or stolen handbags. Our first priority is safety. The best way to stay safe is to be aware of your surroundings and to avoid situations where you feel uncomfortable. SOT Headquarters Office The SOT Headquarters Office is located in the Walter E. Washington Convention Center Room 101 on First Level. SOT Headquarters Office hours: Saturday ............................................................. 4:00 PM–7:00 PM Sunday ...............................................................7:00 AM–5:30 PM Monday ............................................................. 7:00 AM–5:00 PM Tuesday ............................................................. 7:00 AM–4:30 PM Wednesday ........................................................ 7:00 AM–4:30 PM Thursday ......................................................... 7:00 AM–11:30 AM SOT Pavilion Do you know all the resources available through SOT and where to find them? Stop by the SOT Pavilion, Booth #464, centrally located in the Exhibit Hall and learn about SOT services and membership benefits, and SOT Regional Chapters, Specialty Sections, and Special Interest Groups. Find out about the SOT Endowment Fund, Toxicological Sciences awards and fellowships, educational resources, and more. Special presentations will be given on SOT activities and member benefits, including ToXchange, so be sure to stop by for a schedule of SOT Pavilion events. The SOT Pavilion is the one-stop shop for all of your SOT questions and membership needs. Make the SOT Pavilion your meeting place on the exhibit floor. Pavilion hours: Monday ............................................................. 9:00 AM–4:30 PM Tuesday ............................................................. 8:30 AM–4:30 PM Wednesday ........................................................ 8:30 AM–4:30 PM At the heart of ToXchange is an enhanced SOT membership directory that allows you to: • Create a customized SOT member My Page that you can update on-line 24/7 • Search for and find other SOT members based on their profile information • Be found by other SOT members based on YOUR profile information • Communicate with your SOT peers with easy-to-use, secure networking tools • Participate in blogs, community discussions, and more! Plus, you can pull in content from other social networking systems, making ToXchange your one-stop professional on-line resource. Hosted on a safe and secure network platform, ToXchange is specifically designed for SOT members. Be sure to visit the SOT Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall for more information. Products and Services 365 days of the year—Visit ToxExpo.com 12
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GENERAL INFORMATION<br />
GENERAL INFORMATION<br />
Toxexpo TM Daily Prize Drawing $500:<br />
SOT/<strong>ToxExpo</strong> TM will conduct three daily prize drawings for a $500<br />
American Express Gift card. Stop by the Diamond Level Sponsors’<br />
booths to drop off your business card. Winners will be announced at<br />
12:30 PM each day.<br />
SOT Security and Safety<br />
The possibility of demonstrators is very real given the nature of our<br />
conference. Events of this nature range from verbal confrontations,<br />
protests, strikes, to riots. We recommend the following procedures<br />
in the event of demonstrations:<br />
• Have your name badge available upon entering the Convention<br />
Center. Wear your name badge in the Convention Center. When<br />
leaving the facility, remove it so as to blend with other people.<br />
• If you see a demonstration or protest beginning, please contact<br />
any member of the SOT <strong>Annual</strong> <strong>Meeting</strong> staff and they<br />
will initiate an SOT response. If you see actions that appear<br />
threatening, notify the nearest security officer.<br />
• Do not engage, defend either side, or subdue person(s) in any<br />
type of disturbance. Demonstrators are usually trying to attract<br />
media attention. Don’t help them!<br />
• SOT representatives will respond to media inquiries. Do not<br />
participate in interviews or other media responses.<br />
• In the unlikely event that outsiders disrupt a scientific session or<br />
other event, SOT security officials have developed a contingency<br />
plan. Please follow directions from the chairperson and avoid<br />
becoming involved in the situation.<br />
Safety Tips<br />
Walk “smart” when you leave the Convention Center:<br />
• Know your destination and the best way to reach it.<br />
• Travel along sidewalks in lighted areas at night, and don’t walk<br />
alone.<br />
• Establish a “buddy” system with another attendee to walk to and<br />
from the Convention Center.<br />
• Share schedules and check up on each other periodically.<br />
• Build your awareness of unknown surroundings by reviewing<br />
local information.<br />
• Laptop computers are attractive, easy targets for thieves. Be sure<br />
your laptop is in a secure place.<br />
• Jackets with pockets provide a convenient alternative to reduce<br />
the chance for lost or stolen handbags.<br />
Our first priority is safety. The best way to stay safe is to be<br />
aware of your surroundings and to avoid situations where you feel<br />
uncomfortable.<br />
SOT Headquarters Office<br />
The SOT Headquarters Office is located in the Walter E.<br />
Washington Convention Center Room 101 on First Level.<br />
SOT Headquarters Office hours:<br />
Saturday ............................................................. 4:00 PM–7:00 PM<br />
Sunday ...............................................................7:00 AM–5:30 PM<br />
Monday ............................................................. 7:00 AM–5:00 PM<br />
Tuesday ............................................................. 7:00 AM–4:30 PM<br />
Wednesday ........................................................ 7:00 AM–4:30 PM<br />
Thursday ......................................................... 7:00 AM–11:30 AM<br />
SOT Pavilion<br />
Do you know all the resources available through SOT and where to<br />
find them? Stop by the SOT Pavilion, Booth #464, centrally located<br />
in the Exhibit Hall and learn about SOT services and membership<br />
benefits, and SOT Regional Chapters, Specialty Sections, and<br />
Special Interest Groups. Find out about the SOT Endowment<br />
Fund, Toxicological Sciences awards and fellowships, educational<br />
resources, and more. Special presentations will be given on SOT<br />
activities and member benefits, including ToXchange, so be sure to<br />
stop by for a schedule of SOT Pavilion events. The SOT Pavilion<br />
is the one-stop shop for all of your SOT questions and membership<br />
needs. Make the SOT Pavilion your meeting place on the exhibit<br />
floor.<br />
Pavilion hours:<br />
Monday ............................................................. 9:00 AM–4:30 PM<br />
Tuesday ............................................................. 8:30 AM–4:30 PM<br />
Wednesday ........................................................ 8:30 AM–4:30 PM<br />
At the heart of ToXchange is an enhanced SOT membership<br />
directory that allows you to:<br />
• Create a customized SOT member My Page that you can<br />
update on-line 24/7<br />
• Search for and find other SOT members based on their profile<br />
information<br />
• Be found by other SOT members based on YOUR profile<br />
information<br />
• Communicate with your SOT peers with easy-to-use, secure<br />
networking tools<br />
• Participate in blogs, community discussions, and more!<br />
Plus, you can pull in content from other social networking systems,<br />
making ToXchange your one-stop professional on-line resource.<br />
Hosted on a safe and secure network platform, ToXchange is<br />
specifically designed for SOT members.<br />
Be sure to visit the SOT Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall for more<br />
information.<br />
Products and Services 365 days of the year—Visit <strong>ToxExpo</strong>.com<br />
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