The 46th annual Irish Neurological Association Meeting, under the presidency of Dr. Stanley Hawkins, will take place on May 27th and 28th 2010 at the Europa hotel, Belfast.
Professor Semir Zeki, Professor of Neurobiology and Neuroesthetics, University College London.
Dates to note
Irish Neurological Association Meeting - Dates to Note
| January 10th 2010 |
Call for Abstract Submission |
| Friday, March 12th |
Deadline for Abstract submission |
| Friday, May 7th |
Reservation of accommodation at Europa hotel at agreed rates deadline |
| Monday, May 17th |
Registration Deadline |
| Friday, May 21st |
Presenters to submit prepared presentations |
| Thursday, May 27th |
13.45 Opening of 46th Annual Irish Neurological Association Meeting
19.30 Irish Neurological Association Dinner, Great Hall, Queen's University Belfast. |
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Abstract submission.
This is the first call for abstracts for poster or platform presentation. The closing date for submission is Friday, 12th March.
N.B. Submissions will not be accepted following the closing date.
Abstracts should be submitted in Microsoft Word by virus-free email to the IICN at admin@iicn.ie
Submissions must be limited to 200 words. Please attach the names of authors, indicating the presenter, the Institution(s)/place of work and contact email address and telephone. Please indicate preference for platform or poster presentation.
Abstract submissions must be supported by a member of the Irish Institute of Clinical Neuroscience. Receipt of abstracts will be notified to the presenter, who will again be contacted following selection of abstracts
Please contact the IICN Administrator, Ms. Colette Fitzpatrick, at the contact telephone number or email address as below.
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Guest Lecture
The Guest Lecture will be delivered by Professor Semir Zeki.
Semir Zeki is Professor of Neuroesthetics at University College London, Fellow of the Royal Society and member of the American Philosophical Society. He is interested in the organization of the visual brain and in the brain processes that underlie artistic creativity and appreciation. His books include "Inner Vision; an exploration of art and the brain" and Splendors and Miseries of the Brain"
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Programme
To view the meeting programme please click the link to follow Irish Neurological Association Meeting 2010 Programme.
Continuing Medical Education
Accreditation for 9 CME points has been granted to the INA Meeting 2010 by the Royal College of Physicians Northern Ireland Office.
Please sign the Continuing Medical Education sheet at the registration desk at the meeting.
Venue and Accommodation
The world famous 4 star Europa Hotel is superbly located in the heart of Belfast City Centre. Having undergone major refurbishment the hotel now boasts 272 exquisite bedrooms, making it one of the largest and most luxurious hotels in Northern Ireland. Please click the link to follow to view the venue website Europa Hotel Belfast
A special rate for accommodation at the Europa hotel has been agreed for delegates to the INA Meeting, as below. To reserve a room please email res@eur.hastingshotels.com or telephone 02890 271066 (from the Republic 04890 271066) and quote the following identification for the Irish Neurological Association conference, ID 34837, when making the booking
Accommodation rates at Europa Hotel for INA Meeting
| Classic room, single occupancy, including breakfast |
£95 |
| Classic room, double occupancy, including breakfast |
£105 |
| Superior room, single occupancy with breakfast |
£105 |
| Superior room, double occupancy, including breakfast |
£130 |
Car parking is available in the car park adjacent to the hotel but this is not owned by the hotel and there is a charge of £1.80 per hour for the car park. Valet parking is available for hotel residents.
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Registration
Registration for the meeting must be submitted on or before Monday, May 17th as hospitality services cannot be provided if notified after this date. To register for the INA Meeting please click on the link to follow and complete the form. Registration fees may be posted in advance or may be paid at the meeting. Registration
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Irish Neurological Association Dinner
The Irish Neurological Association Dinner will take place in the Great Hall, Queen's University Belfast on Thursday, May 27th. To attend the Dinner please complete the relevant section on the registration form Registration
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