Salmonella: Pathogenesis, Epidemiology, and Vaccine Development
Alghero (Sardinia), Italy
September 20 - 24, 2003

Contents of This Page:

Call for Abstracts
Registration and Housing
Student Travel Grants
Location
Scholarship Available for Scientist from a Developing Country
Travel Information

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Scientific Program

Conference Description

Salmonella serotypes are associated with considerable morbidity and mortality among livestock, thereby posing a significant threat to animal health and well-being.  In addition, Salmonella serotypes are the second most common cause of bacterial food-borne disease and the single most common cause of death from food-borne illnesses associated with viruses, parasites or bacteria in the United States, thereby posing a significant problem for food-safety.  Furthermore, Salmonella serotypes have gained recent attention since they are potential agents of agricultural bioterrorism and have previously been used in a human bioterrorist attack in Oregon.

The specific aim of this conference is to bring together scientists to advance research on Salmonella serotypes by identifying research needs and updating participants on current research developments.  This meeting will bring together internationally recognized leaders in Salmonella research to present their latest results on vaccine development, pathogenesis, host adaptation, and mechanisms of persistent carriage. In addition, several talks will focus on the latest development on epidemics with multiple antibiotic resistant strains. This meeting is unique in its coverage of a broad spectrum of research areas related to Salmonella, which will bring together scientists from a variety of different backgrounds to identify research needs and to update participants on current research developments.

Location

The conference will be held at the Porto Conte Research Center, Alghero (Sardinia), Italy.  Alghero, located in the Riviera del Corallo, is a delightful tourist stop with its shore abounding in lonely bays, creeks hiding soft beaches surrounded with dense pine-woods and indented cliffs washed by an emerald green sea.  The always mild climate, transparent sea and scent of the Mediterranean vegetation complete this inviting picture.  

Call for Abstracts

Abstract submission is now open!  Deadline for submitting an abstract is June 6, 2003.  Please use the link below for online abstract submission.

Online Abstract Submission

For further information, please consult the instructions for submitting online.

Instructions for Online Abstract Submission

Student Travel Grants

ASM has provided funds for the awarding of up to 50 travel grants of $500 each to predoctoral students and new postdocs. To qualify, applicants must:

a.  be a member of ASM (student membership in ASM is only $15); 
b.  be a presenter on an accepted abstract; and 
c.  must be at the predoctoral level or within one year of earning a doctoral degree.

Applicants submitting an abstract via the ASM web site should check the box on the screen when filling out the electronic submission form where indicated. In addition, applicants should mail to ASM proof of predoctoral or qualifying postdoctoral status, either in the form of a copy of the validated student identification card, or a letter on departmental letterhead from their departmental chair which verifies their student status.

Scholarship Available for Scientist from a Developing Country

The International Committee of the ASM has provided $1500 for a scholarship for one scientist from a developing country to attend the ASM Conference on Salmonella. The award funds may be used to cover travel, ground transportation, hotel, and meals during travel. The awardee will also receive free registration, which includes meals during the conference. The awardee will be chosen by the scientific program committee based on the quality of an accepted abstract and residence in a qualified country. To apply, after submitting an abstract for review, please send an email requesting consideration for this scholarship to lnalker@asmusa.org or by fax to Lisa Nalker, (202) 942-9340. Please indicate "Salmonella conference scholarship" in the subject line.

Registration and Housing

Registration fees are the following:

ASM Member $450
Nonmember $550
ASM Member Student (Predoctoral) $300
Nonmember Student (Predoctoral) $350
ASM Emeritus Member $300

The registration deadline is August 1, 2003. After this date, registration fees increase by $100 per category, or $50 per student category. Please note that registrations will not be processed until payment is received. A confirmation letter and receipt of payment will be sent to the address given on the registration form. Please allow 2-4 weeks for your registration to be processed.

Please use the following registration form:

Registration and Housing Form

Hotel Accommodations

Rooms must be reserved through ASM at the time of registration to ensure that space is available. All participants will be lodged at the Hotel Corte Rosada and ASM will provide shuttle transportation between the hotel and the conference center (approx. 4 kilometers).

Hotel Description:
In the charming bay of Porto Conte, the ancient "nymphs port", guarded by an imposing rocky range, Corte Rosada (3 stars hotel) is located on a white sand beach, immersed in the scent of a thick pine wood. Corte Rosada has ten peaceful villas with a total of 160 rooms. All rooms have a private bathroom, direct-dial telephone, color television, and air conditioning, and enjoy a wonderful view on the green of the pines and the blue of the sea. In the main building, a spacious clubhouse assures every comfort, featuring an excellent restaurant with typical regional and international cuisine and a bar. All around, there is everything one may wish for a vacation: a garden and a shady pine wood; two swimming-pools, one for the children's safety and a very large one with diving board; a private beach, a landing-stage for boats and for all water sports; 2 tennis courts with (nightly) lighting, bowling green, miniature golf. The hotel is located 10 kilometers from the Alghero airport.

Room Rates:
Single room (1 person), with breakfast included: $55 USD per night, tax included
Double room (2 persons), with breakfast included: $95 USD per night, tax included
One-time booking fee (for agent in Italy): $10 per reservation

Travel Information

Direct flights to Alghero Airport (AHO) from Rome (FCO) or Milan are currently scheduled. Please check with your travel agent for information on direct service from other European cities which may be available. Please note that Alghero is the only airport nearby in the northwestern part of the island.