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Advances in the Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics of Bone Disease

Organised by the University of Oxford Institute of Musculoskeletal Sciences

St Catherine’s College, Oxford, UK
14-16 July 2003

Supporters

Eli Lilly and Co
Novartis
The Alliance for Better Bone Health - Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals and Aventis Pharma
Roche
Servier
Amgen
Quidel
MD Biosciences
Merck Sharp & Dohme
Organon Laboratories

Welcome

Bone diseases have become an important market for the pharmaceutical industry. Although this market is dominated by osteoporosis, there have also been important advances in the treatment of Paget’s disease, of bone metastases, and even of some of the rarer skeletal disorders such as osteogenesis imperfecta.

This workshop is designed to review and discuss some of the recent advances in the genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry of bone. This is intended to provide a basis not only for understanding the molecular mechanisms of action of drugs already known to act on the skeleton, but also to provide a rational basis for developing novel therapies in the future.

The workshop should be of interest to all scientists involved in drug discovery and the pharmacology of bone, as well as to clinical scientists involved in translating this new knowledge into clinical practice.

Programme

Final Programme

Registration and accommodation

Packages are available for delegates wishing to attend the International Symposium on Paget’s Disease . There is no charge for delegates wishing to stay on for the Patients’ Day on Saturday 19 July.

This is a residential conference and the meeting packages include bed and breakfast accommodation on campus and dinner on each night. St Catherine’s is a compact campus close to the city centre and all bedrooms are a few metres walk from the lecture theatres and dining hall.

Day delegate rates are available as an option for those who do not require accommodation. If you are registering as a day delegate but wish to join the residential delegates for dinner at St Catherine's please contact the conference secretariat for details.

If you wish to bring an accompanying person and would like to details on social events, accommodation availability etc. please contact the conference secretariat for details.

Please note that the early registration period ends on 5 May 2003.

Receipts

You will be sent a receipt to confirm your registration. You should check this carefully to ensure that all your requirements have been confirmed. Please bring this receipt with you to the conference.

Cancellation

Cancellations will be accepted in writing until 5 May 2003. Until that time a refund of 70% of the registration fee will be made. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after that date.

Exhibition and sponsorship

Exhibition and sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact janetcrompton@compuserve.com for further information.

Venue

Oxford established itself as a centre of academic excellence in the thirteenth century, with the founding of its first three colleges and academic Halls. The University is the oldest in the UK, and forms the heart of a fascinating city. As well as a priceless heritage, modern Oxford offers a wide range of entertainments and shopping options, and within a short distance lie the Cotswolds, Stratford-on-Avon, home of William Shakespeare, and Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill.

All scientific sessions will be held at St Catherine’s College, Manor Road, Oxford, UK.

St Catherine’s College founded in 1962, is one of Oxford’s newer colleges. Designed by Danish architect Arne Jacobsen, the College has a traditional layout in quadrangle style with gardens. Its situation and architecture make it a most successful conference venue.

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Travel

By air

There are three major airports within 90 minutes of Oxford: London Heathrow, London Gatwick, and Birmingham. Regular coaches and trains connect the airports with the city.

If you are coming from overseas, you should plan to arrive at London Heathrow International Airport (and not London Gatwick or London Stansted) because of its proximity to Oxford. It is possible to travel by train from Gatwick and Stansted to Central London and use the Underground to connect to Oxford trains at London Paddington but this will add considerable time, expense and effort to your journey.

Public Transportation from Heathrow to Oxford

Bus - There are direct coach services between Heathrow and Oxford Train
Buses run from Oxford to Heathrow throughout the night at 30 minutes intervals during the day and less frequently during the night. The journey takes 70 minutes from Heathrow central bus station or 90 minutes from Terminal 4. The ticket costs £13 one-way, £14 return, and you can book on-line at http://www.theairline.info/lhr_tt.htm.

Train - (Heathrow Express) service from Heathrow to London Paddington station. Passengers will have to transfer to another train and buy separate tickets from London Paddington to Oxford. Taxis are available at Oxford railway station.

The rail and bus journeys between Heathrow and Oxford take around the same time, but rail is more expensive.

Or you could get a cab - eg http://www.oxicars.com/taxifares.htm - the cost is £60.

By train

There are regular train services to Oxford from all parts of the country and from continental Europe via the EuroTunnel.

By road

Oxford lies at the centre of a network of major roads and motorways. The M40 gives access to the West and Wales. There are regular bus and coach links, including all-night coaches to and from London. Journey time approximately 1 hour from London and from Birmingham.

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Car parking

Some parking is available in the College car park.

For more detailed information about how to get to St Catherine's College by rail, coach, car, or on foot, and a map please click here.

Disabled access

Disabled access is available. It would be helpful if you could let Janet Crompton know in advance if you may require any special assistance during your stay in Oxford.

Official letter of invitation

Official letters of invitation, which are intended to assist with administrative arrangements in certain countries, will be issued on request. Such letters do not imply commitment of financial or other support by the organisers.

Cancellation and insurance

In the event that the conference is cancelled, or it if cannot take place for any reason outside the control of the organisers, the amount of the conference fee shall be refunded. The liability of the organisers will be limited to the refund and they will not be liable for any other losses incurred. In addition, the organisers shall not be held liable for any personal accidents, illness, losses or damage to private property of delegates registered for the conference. Delegates are therefore advised to take out their own comprehensive insurance.

Language

The official language of the Symposium will be English.

Contact details

Janet Crompton, Conference Organiser
The Old White Hart, North Nibley, Dursley, Glos GL11 6DS, UK
Tel: + 44 (0)1453 549929
Fax: + 44 (0)1453 548919
E-mail: janetcrompton@compuserve.com

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

The meeting Advances in the Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics of Bone Disease, 14-16 July 2003, is accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME) to provide the following CME activity for medical specialists. The EACCME is an institution of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS), www.uems.be.

The meeting is designated for a maximum of 17 hours of European external CME credits. Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

EACCME credits are recognized by the American Medical Association towards the Physician's Recognition Award (PRA). To convert EACCME credit to AMA PRA category 1 credit, contact the AMA.