Meeting background
It is becoming increasingly recognised that cAMP signalling is highly constrained. The synthesis, degradation and diffusion are all controlled by a variety of molecular and cellular devices, including subcellular targeting, scaffolding proteins and other devices which impinge on the cyclic AMP milieu. In addition, PKA-independent targets of cAMP, such as cyclic nucleotide gated channels and EPACs are becoming more widely appreciated. This compartmentalization of cAMP is being underscored by the development of methods that measure cAMP levels with defined spatial and temporal resolution in single cells.
This meeting will bring together investigators working on each of these areas with a view to developing awareness and informed approaches to these new layers of complexity.
Proceedings of invited speakers will be published in Biochemical Society Transactions.
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King's College, Cambridge
This Biochemical Society Focused meeting is to be held at King's College, Cambridge. Situated in the very heart of the historic city of Cambridge, famous the world over for it's architecture, the splendour of its colleges and the meandering river Cam.
Further information about King's College, the University or the City of Cambridge is available at:
King's College.
University of Cambridge
Tourism Cambridge
Cambridge
The full address of the venue is:
King's College
Cambridge
CB2 1ST
England
Map of King's College
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Maps
Map of King's College
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Cambridge
The historic and beautiful city of Cambridge was originally a busy town that prospered on trade and commerce along the river Granta. There had been settlements in the area before the Roman era but the Romans were the first people to build on the site. The Anglo Saxons and the Normans also built fortifications and churches, some of which can been seen today, such as the famous Saxon tower of St Benedict 's Church (locally known as St Benet's).
The name of the city has changed over the centuries. Many thought that the river was called the Cam and that the settlement was named after the bridge over the river hence the name Cambridge . The river was, in fact, originally called the Granta but the river was actually renamed the river Cam because of this common mistake.
Over the centuries the influence of the church in Cambridge became more prominent because of the city's close proximity to important religious monasteries and sites such as Ely Cathedral. As the city prospered the importance of education also rose in importance. By 1200 Cambridge had at least one prominent school but in 1209 the city had become a place of refuge for a number of disaffected scholars fleeing aggressive townsmen in Oxford . They continued their academic studies in Cambridge and the city built its first college, Peterhouse, in 1284. In 1231 Cambridge scholars were granted royal protection by King Henry III and the powerful influence of the church over the colleges was reduced by Henry VIII. The colleges flourished and as more were built, Cambridge 's reputation as a centre of learning was firmly established.
The most famous of Cambridge's many colleges are Trinity college which was founded by Henry VIII and was the academic home of Sir Isaac Newton in the 17 th Century, Corpus Christi College which has the most impressive medieval court in Cambridge and the architecturally breathtaking King's College, which took over a century to build and houses Ruben's famous work The Adoration of the Magi. The University is still renowned the world over for academic excellence and the beauty and history of the colleges attract students and tourists from around the world. Today Cambridge is a vibrant, cosmopolitan, modern city with plenty to see and do for every visitor.
Tourism Cambridge
Cambridge
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Registration forms and fees
Online registration for this meeting is open.
Registration Fees
Full Member/Young Researcher 200
Student 150
Non Member 275
These fees include one nights en suite accommodation at Kings College (29 March) for all residential delegates, meals and refreshments.
Late Fee 50 (will be added to all registrations after 28 February 2006)
Only those who register before 21 March will be included in the Meeting Attendee list.
For those people who would like accommodation for an extra night, please note that Kings College is extremely busy, therefore delegates will have to book at hotels situated within walking distance of the College. A list of hotels can be viewed under "Accommodation".
Information on becoming a Biochemical Society member and benefiting from reduced fees can be found at www.biochemistry.org/membership.
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Payment of fees
All payments must be made prior to the Conference.
The following methods will be accepted:
Credit card/Debit card
(Preferred method of payment, and the only acceptable form of payment for online registration)
Most credit and debit cards are accepted with the exception of Diners Club.
The following credit/debit cards will be accepted:
American Express, Eurocard, Mastercard, Switch, Visa
Cheques
Please include payment with your registration form. Types of cheques accepted (made payable to Portland Customer Services) are:
Sterling cheques, drawn on a UK bank.
US dollar cheques, drawn on a US or London bank.
Euro cheques drawn on an EU bank.
Bank drafts
Drafts must be in pounds sterling, drawn on a UK bank or US dollars drawn on a US or London bank. Must be made payable to Portland Customer Services.
Bank transfer
Registration fees can be accepted by bank transfer.
Please make sure you include the reference 'SA045 - Cyclic AMP reg. fees' and your family name. Please indicate on the registration form that you will be paying by bank transfer.
Bank: NatWest, 25 High Street, Colchester CO1 1DG
Sort Code: 60-06-06
Account: Portland Press Limited
Account Number: 01863630
SWIFT code: NWBKGB2112B
IBAN code: GB65NWBK60060601863630
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Confirmation email
All registered delegates will be sent a confirmation email to confirm registration details. This email should be checked carefully to ensure that all requirements are correct. In particular, the spelling of names and affiliations should be checked, as this information will be used to create badges.
Confirmation emails also act as a receipt, and should also contain venue maps and delegate information. Please bring the email with you to the conference.
If you have not received a confirmation email two weeks before the meeting, please contact Portland Customer Services on +44 (0) 1206 796 351.
Please note: As the confirmation email may be from an unrecognised email address (registrations@portland-services.com) your mailbox may filter it as SPAM.
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Travelling to Cambridge by air, coach, train or local bus
By Air
Cambridge City Airport (tel: +44 (0) 1223 373737) is located 4 miles from King's College. Attendees are advised to catch a taxi directly to the venue.
London Stansted is the closest London airport to Cambridge. Take the train from Stansted airport via Bishops Stortford to Cambridge station.
Heathrow - Take the Heathrow Express into London Paddington then the London Underground to King's Cross where trains depart to Cambridge.
Gatwick - Take the Gatwick Express into London Victoria then the London Underground to King's Cross where trains depart to Cambridge.
London Luton Airport - Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to King's Cross where trains depart to Cambridge.
London City - Take the green shuttle bus to Canning Town Station then the London Underground to London King's Cross where trains depart to Cambridge.
Please be advised that a taxi from London to Cambridge will cost about 100.
London Underground Information
National Rail (train) Information
National Express coaches also run from Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports to Cambridge.
By Coach
National Express coaches run from most towns, cities and airports in Britain to Drummer Street station in Cambridge. Upon arrival, take a taxi to King's College.
For National Express bookings tel: +44 (0) 8705 808080 or visit National Express for further details.
By Train
Trains to Cambridge take approximately 45 minutes from London King's Cross. Cambridge station is situated approximately 15 minutes taxi ride from King's College.
For further information regarding train times and tickets please contact National Rail Enquiries
(tel: +44 (0) 8457 48 49 50) or thetrainline
By local bus within Cambridge
Information regarding bus services in Cambridge is available at Cambridge bus information
By Taxi
Most firms provide a safe and reliable service but there are a lot of unlicensed and bogus mini-cabs around - so it is wise to remember the following guidelines.
Hackney Carriages/'black cabs' (identified by the 'TAXI' sign on the roof) can be easily flagged down from the pavement. There is a taxi rank outside Cambridge train station. A taxi from Cambridge station to the King's College cost about 5.
Private Car Hire Services (including mini-cabs) can be booked in advance by telephone, or found at the Taxi Rank outside of the Train Station. Both types display official licence plates on the outside of the vehicle and all legitimate drivers carry identification cards. It is advisable never to get into a private hire car/mini-cab you have not ordered.
Please note that the above prices/fares are approximate examples and are therefore subject to change. Please confirm with the driver/company prior to travel.
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Travelling to Cambridge by car
If you are planning on driving to Cambridge please indicate this on your registration form or email meetings@biochemistry.org so that parking can be arranged. Parking will not be allocated on-site if it is not pre-booked.
The following map gives local road connections. For further route information please visit the AA or RAC websites.
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Student Travel Grants
The maximum grant available is 150 and includes:
Registration fees (up to 50)
Accommodation (up to 50)
Travel (up to a maximum of 50)
The following principles apply to application for a Student Travel Grant:
1. Students can apply for a travel grant if they are a a member of the Biochemical Society by the poster abstract submission deadline (20 January 2006) and have submitted a poster abstract.
2. Studens can only apply for one Student Travel Grant in a year.
3. Students are not eligible for a Student Travel Grant if they have already received funding from the General Travel Fund in that same year.
4. All student members of the Biochemical Society are entitled to apply for these Travel Grants and this entitlement will extend to Ph.D. graduates for up to two years after graduation and to foreign student members in respect of travel in the UK and Irish Republic.
How to apply:
Applicants must register to attend the meeting using the Delegate Registration Form and submit this along with the grant application form. Grant applications received four weeks prior to the meeting will be available for collection at the meeting; however, you may apply for a grant at the Registration Desk, or up to four weeks after the meeting.
Subject to approval, applicants will receive a cheque for the appropriate amount. The maximum amount for travel expenses that will be reimbursed will be at the level of the current Young Persons Railcard fare. If the application does not use up the full amount of the Grant the balance cannot be transferred to another meeting.
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Registration at the meeting
Registration at the meeting will take place at the King's College Conference Office situated opposite the Chetwynd room.
Date and time: 29 March 2006, 09:00 - 10:30
Please bring your Confirmation email when you register. All delegates will be given badges (which must be worn throughout the duration of the meeting) and a Programme book.
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Poster Abstract Submission
Abstract submission for this meeting has now closed
Has my abstract been accepted?
After submitting your abstract you should receive a submission number which will identify your abstract. If you have not received a submission number, then please email meetings@biochemistry.org immediately.
Approximately 2 weeks after the abstract submission deadline has passed, you will receive an email informing you whether your poster has been accepted or not and informing you of your poster number and session time.
All poster abstracts will be available to view online two weeks prior to the meeting.
Poster session and drinks reception:
29 March, 18:00 -19:30, Chetwynd Room
Poster board size: 1m wide x 2m high portrait
Velcro to mount your poster will be provided at the meeting.
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Science programme
The latest programme information can be found here.
All lectures will take place in the Keynes Lecture Theatre, Kings College. Access is through the Chetwynd Room, where the posters will be displayed.
Please note that arm rests are not available on the seating. It is therefore advisable for all attendees to bring their own pens and paper with them as this will not be available at the meeting.
When registering you will be provided with a programme book which includes the programme as well as the abstracts of all the speakers and poster presenters.
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Refreshments
At the meeting
Lunch and refreshments will be provided for all attendees and will be served just outside the Chetwynd Room. Breakfast and dinner will also be provided for residential delegates.
Dietary requirements
Should you have any special dietary requirements please inform Portland Customer Services
(registration@portland-services.com) by 15 March 2006 as changes to the menu cannot be made at the meeting.
Lunch and refreshments will be provided for all delegates.
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Disabled access
If you require assistance during the meeting, please contact the Meetings office on (meetings@biochemistry.org)
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Sponsors
The orgnanizers would like to express their thanks and gratitude to the meeting sponsors.
DiscoveRx Corporation Ltd
Faraday Wharf
Holt Street
Aston Science Park
Birmingham B7 4BB
UK
www.discoveRx.com
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Trade Exhibition
The following company will be exhibiting at the meeting:
Biosource Cytokines & Signaling
Biosource Endocrinology Assays
Invitrogen corporation
Tel + 32 67 88 99 02
Fax + 32 67 88 99 90
www.Biosource.com
www.Biosource-diagnostics.com
www.Invitrogen.com
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Accommodation
Bed and breakfast accommodation for residential delegates will be provided at King's College on Wednesday 29 March only.
Keys can be collected after 13:00 from the Biochemical Society registration desk situated in the Conference office at Kings College.
Please note that there is a severe shortage of rooms at Kings College, therefore for those people who would like additional accommodation on 28th March, we have listed below a list of hotels situated within walking distance to the venue.
Lensfield Hotel
53 Lensfield Road
Cambridge CB2 1EN
Tel: +44 (0)1223 355 017
Gonville Hotel
Gonville Place
Cambridge
Tel: +44 (0)1223 221122
Cambridge Garden House (Moat House Hotels)
Mill Lane
Cambridge
Tel: +44 (0)1223 259988
Universal Arms (De Vere Group)
Regent Street
Tel: +44 (0)1223 351 241
Royal Cambridge Hotel
Trumpington Street
Tel: +44 (0)1223 351 631
Crown Plaza
Pembridge Street
Tel: 0870 400 9180
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Social Programme
Poster session and drinks reception:
29 March 2006, 18:00 - 19:30
Chetwynd Room, Scotts Building, Kings College
All delegates are invited to attend the drinks reception.
Meeting Dinner:
29 March, 19:30-22:00
The Great Hall, Scotts Building, Kings College
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Refunds
Cancellations will be accepted in writing until Tuesday 14 March 2006 and a refund less 15 administration charge will be issued.
After this date, neither full or partial refunds can be given.
Please note that no refunds of less than 15 can be issued.
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Official letter of invitation
Official letters of invitation, which are intended to assist with administrative arrangements in certain countries will only be issued when the individual has completed the following criteria:
1) Submitted an abstract which has been approved by the meeting scientific organizer for inclusion into the relevant meeting
2) Sent a letter from the head of their academic department on University headed paper saying why they need to attend the meeting in relation to their research
3) Registered and paid for the meeting
Such letters do not imply commitment of financial or other support by the organizers.
Email: meetings@biochemistry.org
www.biochemistry.org
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Contact us
If you have any questions please contact;
The Meetings Office
Biochemical Society
Third Floor
Eagle House
16 Procter Street
London WC1V 6NX
Tel: (Meetings Office) +44 (0)20 7280 4150
Fax: (Main Reception) +44 (0)20 7280 4167
Email: meetings@biochemistry.org
www.biochemistry.org
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Other facilities
Please note that there is no internet access at Kings College
There is an internet cafe situated in Kings Parade.
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