Why Attend?
A critical component of combating the biological threat is to ensure that our Warfighters, first responders, and laboratory technicians are prepared and equipped to handle any biological threat.
- First responders from military and civil defense can exchange techniques, ideas, and lessons learned
- Industry professionals will demonstrate new and innovative equipment and methodologies
- Leaders in the sampling and detection communities can exchange strategies for defending our homeland
This year, guest speakers will discuss their vision for environmental sampling and detection, as well as coordinating and documenting first responder needs. There will be a large exhibitor lounge where attendees may browse the latest in environmental sampling and detection equipment.
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Accommodations
Las Vegas Hilton
3000 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 732-5111
(888) 732-7117
Room Registration:
Reservations can be made by calling the Las Vegas Hilton at 702-732-5111 or 888-732-7117. Please identify yourself as part of the “Sampling Conference” when you call. Space is limited and will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis. There is a Government Per Diem Rate of $108 per night at the hotel (in accordance with 5 CFR 410.4). All hotel reservations should be made by November 10, 2008.
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Schedule
Print Schedule (PDF)
Monday,
Dec. 1, 2008 |
Tuesday,
Dec. 2, 2008 |
Wednesday,
Dec. 3, 2008 |
Thursday,
Dec. 4, 2008 |
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8 - 9 a.m.
Full Breakfast and Registration |
8 - 9 a.m.
Full Breakfast and Registration |
8 - 9 a.m.
Full Breakfast and Registration |
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9 - 9:30 a.m.
Keynote Address |
9 - 9:30 a.m.
Keynote Address |
9 - 9:30 a.m.
Keynote Address |
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9:30 - Noon Session |
9:30 a.m .- Noon Session
Session |
9:30 a.m - Noon
Session |
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12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch |
12:15-1:15 p.m.
Lunch |
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch |
1 - 5 p.m.
Registration and Exhibitor Setup |
1:30 - 4 p.m.
Session |
1:30 - 4 p.m.
Session |
1:30 - 4 p.m.
Session |
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4 - 5 p.m.
Free Time |
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5 - 7 p.m.
Poster Session |
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7 - 9 p.m.
Dinner |
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Agenda
Click on image to view draft agenda. Adobe Reader is required to view this document.
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Registration
Registration for exhibit booth space is closed. Please call 410-297-2300 for more information.
Registration for attendees: $470
Register by Fax
Please download the Attendee Registration form, complete, and fax with credit card number to (410) 297-2570.
Register by Mail
Please download the Attendee Registration form, complete, and mail with check or credit card number to the following address:
2008 Sampling Conference
Booz Allen Hamilton
4692 Millennium Drive
Suite 200
Belcamp, MD 21017-1535
Attendees must register by 12:00 p.m. EST November 24, 2008.
Your credit card will be processed within 2-10 days of registration and you will receive a receipt at the conference. If you require a receipt prior to the conference, please contact the conference planning staff at info@sampling-conference.com or (410) 297-2300.
Conference badges must be worn by attendees at all times during the conference to obtain entrance to conference and exhibition functions. Conference check-in will be available on December 1, 2008 from 1-5 p.m. and from 8-9 a.m. each morning of the conference.
All cancellations, substitutions, and requests for refunds must be made in writing. Any cancellation or refund request made or received by phone will not be accepted. Substitutions welcome in lieu of cancellation. Cancellations must be received by November 3, 2008 to receive a refund.
The dress code for conference participants is as follows:
Military: Class B
Civilian: Business Attire
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Speakers and Poster Presenters
We are expecting over 800 government, industry, academic, first responder, and other subject matter experts from the environmental sampling and bio-detection communities. The Third National Conference on Environmental Sampling and Detection for Bio-Threat Agents presents an excellent opportunity to share advances in technology, new methods of sampling and detection, opportunities for doing business with the government, and much more!
Abstracts for papers and posters should be one paragraph in length (no more than 250 words), 12 pt Arial font. At the top of the page, please include the title of your abstract, conference topic which you plan on presenting, your name, and contact information.
Abstract submission deadline for speaker and poster presentations has been extended to September 15, 2008!
Presenters:
All accepted presenters will be asked to submit a biography, presentation abstract, and an electronic copy of their final presentation by November 21, 2008. Presentations will be available on the conference website, so please ensure your presentation is appropriately cleared.
Those abstracts not selected for a speaking presentation may be given poster presentation space.
For more information, please contact the conference organizers at:
info@sampling-conference.com
Phone: (410) 297-2300
Fax: (410) 297-2570
Posters:
During the conference we are expecting to display technical posters in parallel with industry exhibitors to facilitate technology transfer and methodology sharing among the attendees. Anyone wishing to be considered for a poster must submit an abstract using our online submission system below.
For more information, please contact the conference organizers at:
info@sampling-conference.com
Phone: (410) 297-2300
Fax: (410) 297-2570
Poster size: 8' wide x 4' high on black poster boards.
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Exhibitors
Exhibitor Registration:
The conference registration cost includes: three full breakfasts, three buffet lunches, a reception, and a full dinner.
Registration for exhibitors: $525
No refunds will be given after November 17.
Registration for exhibit booth space is closed. Please call 410-297-2300 for more information.
The Third National Conference on Environmental Sampling and Detection for Bio-Threat Agents will draw program managers, technical experts, and key decision makers from a diverse collection of state and federal agencies. This is an excellent opportunity to display the latest sampling and detection technologies. This year, we are providing a large and well-traveled exhibition area to ensure maximum visibility.
Exhibitor Information:
- Exhibit cost of $525 includes piping and draping for a 10x10 space, table (1), chairs (2), and a waste basket. Exhibitors are responsible for services over and above those described. The exhibit hall is carpeted.
- Exhibit cost includes only one registration for booth personnel.
- An exhibitor kit will be sent to the exhibitor point of contact.
- There will be a staff member at all times in the exhibit hall to answer questions.
- Staff members are not responsible for your personal effects or equipment. Please secure these items while the exhibit is left unattended. Neither the hotel nor conference staff is responsible for unsecured, lost, or stolen personal effects.
- Please complete and submit the Exhibitor Registration Form either online or send via fax to
(410) 297-2570.
- Exhibit space will be assigned by the conference organizers on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Shipping:
- Exhibitors are asked to ship their exhibit booth and materials through the conference drayage company, GES.
- Shipping forms and labels will be provided with the exhibitor kits mailed to your organization's exhibitor point of contact.
Setup:
- Exhibit setup is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2008, 1-5 p.m.
- Your exhibit materials will be brought to your designated exhibit booth space at the beginning of setup.
- At least one member of the conference staff and one representative from GES will be available in the exhibit hall to assist exhibitors during setup.
Breaks:
- At least one registered exhibit booth attendant is expected to man their exhibit at all scheduled breaks and social events held in the exhibit hall.
Tear Down:
- Exhibit tear down is scheduled for Thursday, December 4, 2008, noon-5 p.m.
- Exhibitors attempting to tear down their exhibits outside of the designated tear down hours will be assessed a cost of no less than $200.
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Steering Committee
Peter Emanuel, Ph.D.
Office of Science & Technology Policy, EOP
Jason Roos, Ph.D.
Critical Reagents Program, DoD
Lance Brooks
Department of Homeland Security
Peter Pesenti, Ph.D.
Department of Homeland Security
Joseph Cartelli
Joint Project Manager for Biological Defense, DoD
Gabe Ramos
Technical Support Working Group, DoD
John McKinney
Technical Support Working Group, DoD
Oba Vincent
Environmental Protection Agency
Alan Lindquist, Ph.D.
Environmental Protection Agency
Sanjiv Shah, Ph.D.
Environmental Protection Agency
CAPT Kenneth Martinez
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Leslie Custer
Booz Allen Hamilton
Kakoli Niyogi, Ph.D.
Booz Allen Hamilton
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Contact Us
Third National Conference on Environmental Sampling and Detection for
Bio-Threat Agents
For questions regarding the conference, registration, exhibits or posters, or presenting a technical paper, please contact us at:
info@sampling-conference.com
Phone: (410) 297-2300
Fax: (410) 297-2570
Address:
2008 Sampling Conference
Booz Allen Hamilton
4692 Millennium Drive
Suite 200
Belcamp, MD 21017-1535
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