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COMPETITIONIN BIOLOGY

The race for survivalfrom molecules to systems

21st-23rd NOVEMBER 2013EMBL Advanced Training Centre, Heidelberg, Germany

SPONSORSHIP BROCHUREWebsite: www.phdsymposium.embl.orgContact: [email protected]: PhD Symposium 2013, EMBL Meyerhofstrasse 1, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany

15th EMBL PhD SYMPOSIUM

The race for survival from molecules to systemsCOMPETITION IN BIOLOGY

Scientific Outline of the Symposium

Entitled ‘Competition in Biology: The race for survival, from molecules

to systems’, the 15th EMBL PhD Symposium provides a novel

platform to explore the significance of competition in biochemistry

and biology.

Our conference is an exciting and unique opportunity for young

researchers from different disciplines to interact with leading scientists

in a stimulating and informal environment. The programme includes

lectures and panel discussions by prominent researchers from

around the world, as well as poster sessions and talks presented by

early stage researchers.

The Symposium offers a powerful networking opportunity for industry

to connect with researchers at all stages of their careers.

www.phdsymposium.embl.orgPhD Student Symposium, EMBL Meyerhofstraße 1, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany

Session Overview

Day 1: Molecular Competition

The opening session will concentrate on the molecular mechanisms

for intra- and inter-cellular competition.

Day 2: Host versus Pathogen

The following second session will discuss infection biology and host-

pathogen interactions.

Day 3: Species Competition

The third and final session will focus on systemic levels of competition

from the context of microbial populations to a general approach on

the study of the evolution of cooperation.


Confirmed Speakers

Ron FouchierErasmus MC - Rotterdam, the NetherlandsMolecular biology of respiratory viruses (Influenza A virus)

Sarah ReeceUniversity of Edinburgh - Edinburgh, UKEvolution and ecology of parasite phenotypic plasticity (malaria)

George KassiotisMRC National Institute for Medical Research - London, UKAntiviral immune deficiency

John SutherlandMRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology - Cambridge, UKChemical origins of molecular biology

Matthew ChangNanyang Technological University - Singapore, SingaporeSystems and synthetic biology, development of therapeutic microbes

Gregory VelicerIndiana University - Bloomington, USASpecies competition in Myxobacteria

Kevin FosterUniversity of Oxford - Oxford, UKSocial evolution in microbes

Eva KisdiUniversity of Helsinki - Helsinki, FinlandMathematical Modeling of adaptive dynamics and evolutionary branching

Rebecca KilnerUniversity of Cambridge - Cambridge UKSocial evolution, animal communication and co-evolution in birds

Please visit http://phdsymposium.embl.org for an up-to-date list of speakers


The Venue

The PhD Symposium will take place in the EMBL Advanced Training Centre (ATC), an eye catching venue close to the historic city of Heidelberg. This symposium venue offers:

• an innovative and modern venue with the latest high tech equipment

• a spacious auditorium (450 seats) for presentations and podium discussion

• an inspiring environment for networking and socializing (823 m² foyer area)

• catering facilities• computer facilities• additional rooms and training labs for workshops and

seminars


Sponsorship Packages

Gold - Exclusive package 2500€ limited to two high-profile sponsors

• 9 m2 Exhibition booth in prominent position (linked to venue):We will provide exhibition space only. There will not be any shell scheme or fascia, so please bring your roll-up banner(s). The exhibition space includes the following:

• 1 table (1.2 x 0.4m)• 1 bistro table• 2 chairs• 1 electrical socket• 1 waste paper basket• full catering during the conference hours

• Full registration for two company representatives, giving full access to the conference and exhibition

• Full page sponsor advertisement in conference abstract book• Color logo on conference webpage with direct link to sponsor website• Color logo on all event-related scientific materials, including the lecture hold-

ing slides• Lanyards in delegate bags*• Notepads and pens in delegate bags*• Flyers and brochures in delegate bag and at registration counter• Company logo on official symposium T-Shirts (at least 40 T-Shirts worn by

conference organizers on each day), printing costs not included• Banner in tea break area• 50% Industry workshop – discount • 20% Discount on additional sponsorship opportunities

*This is done on a first come, first served basis: the first Gold Sponsor will have the opportunity to choose one of the two options. Costs for production and delivery are not included.


Silver 1250€

• 6 m2 Exhibition booth at conference site:

We will provide exhibition space only. There will not be any shell scheme or

fascia, so please bring your roll-up banner(s). The exhibition space includes

the following:

• 1 table (1.2 x 0.4m)

• 1 bistro table

• 2 chairs

• 1 electrical socket

• 1 waste paper basket

• full catering during the conference hours

• Full registration for one company representative giving full access to the con-

ference and exhibition

• A half page sponsor advertisement in the conference abstract book

• Color logo on conference webpage with direct link to sponsor website

• Color logo on all event-related scientific materials including the lecture holding

slides

• Flyers in delegate bag and at registration counter

• 10% Discount on additional Add-ons (including Workshops)

Bronze 500€

• Flyers in delegate bag and at registration counter

• Color logo on conference webpage with direct link to sponsor website

• Color logo on all event-related scientific materials including the lecture holding

slides


Individual Sponsorship Options

Coffee break sponsorship for one day (max. 3) 250€• Table signage and banner (to be provided by sponsor)

Sponsorship of Conference Get-Together 250€• Table signage and color logo on first slide of conference

pictures presentation throughout the night

Symposium workshop relevant to the conference topics 400€• One hour slot on Friday, 22th at 1:30pm, room is provided• Title and short workshop description will be published in

the abstract booklet and the online program

Poster session sponsorship (per session) 500€• Sponsor logo or name on each poster board in the session

••


Terms & Conditions

1. 19% VAT is applicable to all sponsorship prices. All expenses are payable in Euro.

2. Sponsorship will be allocated only on receipt of a signed booking form. A letter of con-

firmation will be provided by EMBL to confirm the booking. Applications will be processed

in order of receipt.

3. Exhibition space will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. EMBL reserves the

right to rearrange the floor plan and / or relocate any exhibit without notice. There is no

discount or refund for any facilities not used. Exhibitors are required to wear their name

badges during exhibition hours.

4. Any sound system or equipment generating excessive noise is forbidden and will be

removed at the exhibitor’s expense.

5. Cancellation policy: Cancellation requests must be made in writing. If cancellation occurs

less than 7 days prior to the start of the event, the cancellation fee is 100% of the spon-

sorship sum. If cancellation occurs between 7 days and 6 weeks prior to the start of the

event, the cancellation fee is 75% of the sponsorship sum. If cancellation occurs more than

6 weeks prior to the start of the event, a cancellation fee of 15% of the sponsorship sum

will be charged.


PhD Student Symposium, EMBL Meyerhofstraße 1, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany

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