Information on Imperial College London
Imperial College London
Exhibition Road
South Kensington
London
SW7 2AZ
Imperial College was formed in 1907 and today is one of the top UK University institutions for teaching and research. Many great names are associated with the College, including Sir Alexander Fleming and Sir Ernst Chain.
Imperial College is situated in the heart of London, between the Royal Albert Hall and the Museums of South Kensington (the Science Museum, Natural History Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum). Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens are only a few minutes walk away.
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Map of Imperial College London
Registration and lectures will be held in the Mechanical Engineering Building. Please see this map for further information about how to get to the building. It is Building 29 on this plan of the campus and is accessed from Exhibition Road.
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Travelling to London by Air
The following airports are all accessible to London:
Heathrow Airport: linked to central London by the Heathrow Express from London Paddington, Piccadilly Undergound Line, Airbus or taxi.
Gatwick Airport: linked to central London by the Gatwick Express from London Victoria, First Capital Connect trains, Airbus or taxi.
London Stansted: linked to central London by the Stansted Express from London Liverpool Street, national rail, Airbus or taxi.
London City: linked to central London by the London Underground/tube network and taxi.
London Luton Airport: linked to central London by the First Capital Connect trains, Airbus or taxi.
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Travelling to London by Rail
The British Rail train network connects London to all the major cities and most towns within the UK (and some European destinations). It is advisable to reserve your seat where possible. In addition, Eurostar trains go directly from London to Paris and Brussells via the Channel Tunnel.
There are nine major British Rail train stations in London, each serving different parts of the UK. Therefore the station you travel from is determined by where you want to go. In order to make your journey more efficient, you need to know which station you leave from and how to get there.
London Transport have a 'Stationlink' bus service which runs between the major London British Rail stations; in addition all the stations are part of the Underground train network. It is reasonably easy to travel from one station to another.
On the trains, there are many levels of service, from Economy Class to First Class travel, restaurant facilities and Sleeper carriages (which allows you to have a bed to rest in during your journey).
Train information by National Rail (24 hours a day)
Phone:+44 0345 484950.
Eurostar trains information
Phone: +44 0345 303030.
In addition you can get information by visiting in person one of London Transport Information Centres at:
Heathrow Airport, terminals 1-4
Victoria, train station
Euston Station, train station
King's Cross, train station
Liverpool Street, train station
Oxford Circus, underground station
Piccadilly, underground station
St. James's Park, underground station
To save you having to visit the correct station to buy your ticket, you could reserve your seat and buy your ticket from one of the many British Rail ticket agents in central London.
British Rail's Capital Sales Office
Phone: +44 (0)20 7214 9932
Euston Station
Phone: +44 (0)20 7387 8541
Kings Cross Station
Phone: +44 (0)345 225 225
Paddington Station
Phone: +44 (0)20 7313 1950
Waterloo Station
Phone: +44 (0)20 7620 1032
Alternatively, visit the following websites for travel information and online booking:
National Rail (www.nationalrail.co.uk) - 08457 48 49 50 (UK only), +44(0)20 7278 5240 (from overseas)
The Train Line (www.thetrainline.com)
UK Railways (www.rail.co.uk)
Virgin Trains (www.virgintrains.co.uk)
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Travelling to Imperial College in London
The best travel website for the capital is Transport for London, which provides up to date reports on trains, tubes, buses as well as route planners and maps.
By underground
Imperial College is within walking distance of South Kensington underground station. South Kensington station is situated on the District, Circle and Piccadilly Lines.
See the Transport for London website for further details.
London's Main Line Railways (and travelling via London Underground tube to South Kensington)
Waterloo - Jubilee Line to Westminster, change onto District and Circle line to South Kensington
Euston - Victoria Line to Green Park, change onto Piccadilly Line to South Kensington
Kings Cross and St Pancras - Victoria Line to Green Park, change onto Piccadilly Line to South Kensington
Liverpool Street - Central Line to Holborn, change onto Piccadilly Line to South Kensington
London Bridge - Jubilee Line to Westminster, change onto District and Circle line to South Kensington
Marylebone - Bakerloo line to Piccadilly Circus, change onto Piccadilly Line to South Kensington
Paddington - Central or District Line to South Kensington
Victoria - Central or District Line to South Kensington
By car
We would strongly advise delegates against driving into central London by car.
If you are going to travel by car you will need to park in the NCP car park situated close by (please see the NCP car park website). Parking costs are likely to be very high.
For further directions and up to date travel information please refer to the AA or RAC for advice.
London Congestion Charge Information.
Transport for London will impose a charge of 8 per weekday on most vehicles being used in Central London.
The charge is an area licence vehicles used in the central area zone must be registered. You pay 8 for the day and can cross into and out of the zone as much as you want within the day.
Zone operates: 7am to 6:30pm weekdays
Pay by phone: 0845 900 1234
Pay online: www.cclondon.com
By bus
Please see Transport for London Buses for further information.
By taxi
Please ensure you only use a reputable mini-cab or Black cab. 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 these guidelines.
Hackney Carriages / 'black cabs' (identified by the 'TAXI' sign on the roof) can be easily flagged down from the pavement.
Private Car Hire Services (including mini-cabs) can only be booked in advance by telephone. 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.
Charges may be metered or pre-set, please check before travelling. Cab drivers expect to be tipped 10% of the total fare.
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Registration fees and forms
The Registration fees for this meeting are still to be confirmed.
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Payment of fees
All payments must be made prior to the meeting. Please note that invoices for registration fees will not be issued.
Credit card/Debit card
(Preferred method of payment, and the only acceptable form of payment for online registration)
The following credit/debit cards will be accepted:
Eurocard, Mastercard, Switch/Maestro, 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 are accepted as follows:
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 'SA078 reg. fees' and your family name. Please indicate on the registration form that you will be paying by bank transfer.
Bank:
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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Poster abstract submission
Poster abstract submission deadline: 6 May 2008
Abstract submission is now closed.
Has my abstract been accepted?
If you do not receive a submission number, 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 times:
Poster session 1 (odd numbers)
Wednesday 9 July 12:00-14:00
Poster session 2 (even numbers)
Thursday 10 July 12:23-14:30
Poster board size: 2 x 1 metres portrait style.
Velcro to mount your poster will be provided at the meeting.
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Confirmation email
All registered delegates will receive 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. Please bring a copy of the email with you to the meeting.
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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Registration at the meeting
Please bring your confirmation email to present at the registration desk at the meeting. Badges will be issued upon registering and, for security reasons, must be worn for the duration of the meeting.
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Student travel grants
The maximum student travel 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 member of the Biochemical Society by the poster abstract submission deadline and have submitted a poster abstract.
2. Students 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 PhD graduates for up two years after graduation and to foreign student members in respect of travel in the UK and Irish Republic.
How to apply:
A registration form for the Meeting should be completed and submitted to Portland Customer Services. Registration is either online or via printable PDF.
A copy of this form should also be completed along with the Student Travel Grant Application Form.
Grant applications received four weeks prior to the meeting will be available for collection at the meeting (cheque only); 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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Disabled access
Disabled access is available. If you require assistance during the meeting please contact the Meetings Office.
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Refreshments
At the meeting
Lunch and refreshments will be provided for all attendees and will be included in the registration fee.
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Dietary requirements
Should you have any special dietary requirements, please indicate this on the registration form. Alternatively, please inform Portland Customer Services (registration@portland-services.com) as changes to the menu cannot be made at the meeting.
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Accommodation
Delegates are required to make their own accommodation arrangements for the meeting. However, London has a wide variety of accommodation available to suit all requirements and budgets.
London Tourist Board provide extensive details of accommodation in the city. There is also a national accommodation booking line - +44 (0) 845 225 5121
Imperial College London is situated in South Kensington and a hotel booking service is available here
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Sponsors and trade exhibitors
Sponsors:
Biochemical Society Transactions
Portland Press Ltd
If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at the meeting please contact the Meetings Office.
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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
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Refunds
Cancellations will be accepted in writing until 24 June 2008, and a refund (less 15 administration charge) will be issued.
After this date, neither full nor partial refunds can be given. Please note that refunds of less than 15 cannot be issued.
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Contact us
If you require any further information, please contact:
Emily Roberts
The Meetings Office
The Biochemical Society
Third Floor
Eagle House
16 Procter Street
London WC1V 6NX
UK
Telephone (Meetings Office): +44 (0) 20 7280 4150
Telephone (Main Reception): +44 (0) 20 7280 4100
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7280 4167
Email: meetings@biochemistry.org
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