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SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
Change and continuity in radiation protection
Cardiff, UK, 12-17 June 2005

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Final announcement, programme and exhibition catalogue


FINAL ANNOUNCEMENT
PROGRAMME AND EXHIBITION CATALOGUE AND FURTHER DETAILS
Cardiff 2005 logo
SEVENTH INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM 2005
Change and continuity in radiation protection
12 - 17 June 2005, Cardiff, UK
Co-sponsors' logos
 
Introduction
Change and continuity
Outline programme
Programme and Exhibition Catalogue
IPEM RPA Update
Participation
Exhibition
Cardiff
Accommodation
Key dates
Acceptance of papers
Methods of presentation
Language & proceedings
Younger contributors
The Jack Martin prize
Evening programme
Social programme
Scientific visits
Golf
CPD points
Registration form
Co-sponsoring societies
Commercial sponsors & advertising
Organising Committee
Programme Committee
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INTRODUCTION Following our previous International Symposia, the most recent being the very successful Southport `99 symposium, the Society for Radiological Protection is delighted to invite you to take part in our 7th International Symposium.

We are especially pleased that we are able to hold our Symposium in the fabulous venue of Cardiff City Hall. 2005 is Cardiff’s Centenary year and there are certainly going to be many events celebrating this special occasion. Cardiff is easy to get to and a delightful city to explore. We have an exciting scientific programme, a comprehensive exhibition and, for social participants, a varied programme.

Further details including registration forms and Hotel booking forms are available below.

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CHANGE AND CONTINUITY IN RADIATION PROTECTION

The ICRP is due to publish new recommendations in mid-2005. The involvement of stakeholder groups in decision making is increasingly a feature of regulation and standard setting and, for the first time, the ICRP has published a framework based on “scientific and ethical-philosophical principles” for the protection of non-human species from ionising radiation. Self-assessment by small users places greater responsibility on Radiation Protection Advisers and the impacts of the OSPAR commitments on discharges are now being felt.

This Symposium seeks to address issues arising from the need to accommodate change in approaches to radiation protection, embracing greater stakeholder involvement and maintaining continuity in standards and professionalism.

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OUTLINE PROGRAMME

The Symposium will address a wide range of topics covering all areas of radiation protection.  The scientific programme will include both oral and poster presentations. 
Outline programme
Outline programme (pdf 8KB)

Note: *Lunch on Wednesday - IPEM RPA Update only

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PROGRAMME AND EXHIBITION CATALOGUE

Programme and Exhibition Catalogue (pdf 270KB) 26 May 2005

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IPEM RPA UPDATE

The IPEM RPA Update on Wednesday will be organised by IPEM as a separate meeting. The registration fee for this meeting is £95.00 for IPEM members and £135.00 for non-members. To register please contact IPEM directly. A special one day rate (£150 +VAT) for Tuesday’s International Symposium, also bookable through IPEM, is available to participants who are attending the RPA Update Meeting.
Registration form for the IPEM RPA Update on Wednesday:
Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine IPEM site
Follow the links: Meetings & Events / IPEM Meetings Calendar / RPA Update 15th June 2005 more / Provisional Programme
File size = 900KB, Download time = 2 minutes on a dial up connection
For further details of the IPEM RPA Update please contact: Alice Fields, telephone 01904 610821 or email alice@ipem.ac.uk

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PARTICIPATION IN THE SYMPOSIUM

Scientific Delegates can register for the whole week or for a single day. Registration for the week entitles participants to receive the Symposium Proceedings, participate in a scientific visit on Wednesday afternoon, attend the social events including the Symposium Banquet and includes lunches on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, together with coffee and tea during scientific sessions. Single day registration includes the Symposium Proceedings and lunch, coffee and tea during the scientific sessions.

Social Participants are encouraged to attend. Registration includes the evening receptions and the Symposium Banquet together with the social visit on Wednesday afternoon.

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EXHIBITION

A trade exhibition for manufacturers and service providers will form an important part of the Symposium.  It will be held in the Lower Hall.  To ensure maximum delegate footfall through the exhibition, the catering points for teas, coffees and lunch will be situated in this Hall.
The exhibition will enable Scientific Delegates to update their knowledge of the comprehensive range of products available to those involved professionally in radiation protection, by direct contact with the manufacturers and those who provide services in this field.
Invitation letter to exhibit (pdf 80KB)
How to book exhibition space - Exhibition prospectus + Exhibition space application form (pdf 90KB)
How to book exhibition space - Exhibition prospectus + Exhibition space application form (doc 260KB)
Layout of Lower Hall for Exhibition - updated 9 May 2005 (pdf 10KB)

All exhibitors will receive up to two complimentary scientific delegate registrations as part of the stand package.  Exhibitors are also invited to offer sponsorship for the Symposium.
Sponsorship opportunities (pdf 80KB)
Advertising opportunities (pdf 90KB)

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CARDIFF

Cardiff will be celebrating its centenary year in 2005.  It is the capital of Wales and offers a wide variety of attractions including art galleries, museums, concert venues and, of course, the Millennium Stadium.  Cardiff is a very compact city and most of the attractions are within easy reach of the centre.  Our Symposium is being held in the City Hall of which we have exclusive use.  There is an extensive range of hotels within walking distance of our venue.

Cardiff is easy to get to:
* By air: Cardiff International airport is very close with regular services from UK and European destinations
Cardiff International airport
* By road: via the M5 and M4
* By rail: frequent direct services from London and the rest of the UK
National Rail
Eurostar

For more information about Cardiff please visit: www.visitcardiff.com

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ACCOMMODATION

There is a wide variety of excellent accommodation within walking distance of the City Hall.  We have secured preferential rates and allocations through Cardiff Conference Bureau.  The application form which you can download, complete and either fax or email is available here:
Accommodation booking form (pdf 210KB)

A 10% deposit will be payable.

Please book as early as possible, as there are likely to be many other attractions and events in Cardiff's Centenary year.

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KEY DATES

17 September 2004 Last date for receipt of abstracts
30 November 2004 Notification of acceptance and despatch of authors' kits
31 March 2005 Last date for receipt of final papers
20 May 2005 Last date for receipt of presentation material

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ACCEPTANCE OF PAPERS

Authors will be notified by 30 November 2004 whether their paper has been accepted for presentation at the Symposium and whether it is to be an oral or poster paper.  Please note that all presenters are required to register for the Symposium as scientific delegates.
An author's kit, including full instructions for the preparation of the paper and its presentation at the Symposium, will be sent to authors whose papers have been accepted.  All papers accepted will be included in the proceedings, provided they are prepared in accordance with the instructions.  Oral and poster papers will be given equal weight in the proceedings.  Each paper will be limited to no more than six pages of the proceedings.  Texts must be in English.  Failure to submit a paper suitable for inclusion in the proceedings will normally disqualify the author from presenting the paper.  Papers must be received by 31 March 2005.
Copyright of papers accepted for presentation at the Symposium generally passes to SRP.  Instances where copyright cannot be assigned will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

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METHODS OF PRESENTATION

Papers to be presented at the Symposium will fall into one of three categories: invited papers, oral papers and poster papers.
Invited papers will be presented by leading experts and will provide overviews of major developments in radiation protection.
Proffered papers will be assigned to oral or poster papers by the Scientific Programme Committee on the basis of information provided in the abstract.  Poster papers will be preferred for papers that are considered to be of primary interest to specialists in a particular area.  In addition, it is noted that papers with a high content of diagrams, illustrations or mathematics are sometimes more suitable for poster presentation.  Specific sessions will be held at which the posters can be viewed and discussed with their authors.
For oral presentations, PowerPoint(r) presentations are preferred.  Authors should ensure that their presentations do not contain more information than can reasonably be assimilated during the time of display and be clear to the whole of the audience.

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LANGUAGE AND PROCEEDINGS

The language of the Symposium will be English and the proceedings will be made available to participants at the beginning of the Symposium.

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YOUNGER CONTRIBUTORS

Younger contributors are encouraged to present their work.  Some financial assistance may be available for authors under 35 at 12 June 2005.  Further information on this matter is available from SRP administrative office on request.

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THE JACK MARTIN PRIZE

The Jack Martin Prize will be awarded to the best oral or poster presentation.  For further details go to www.srp-uk.org/servjackm.html.

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EVENING PROGRAMME (ALL DELEGATES)

Sunday Exhibitors' Reception in Cardiff City Hall
Monday Civic Reception (to be confirmed)
Tuesday Musical Concert
Thursday Symposium Banquet in Cardiff City Hall

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SOCIAL DELEGATES PROGRAMME

Social delegates are very welcome to the Symposium.  A selection of visits has been arranged (subject to numbers):
* Monday morning - Coffee morning - an opportunity to meet other social delegates.
* Monday afternoon - Tour of Cardiff - an orientation tour of Cardiff taking in the major sites including the Castle, the Millennium Stadium and on to the Bay area.
* Tuesday (all day) - Wye Valley - taking in Chepstow Castle and Tintern Abbey with their impressive ruins and quirky craft shops. Return through the beautiful Usk valley.
* Tuesday afternoon - Tredegar House - a 17th Century manor house, former home of the eccentric Morgan family.
* Wednesday afternoon Brecon Mountain Railway - starting at Merthyr Tydfil, the railway is about 3 miles long with great views of the Brecon Beacons.
* Thursday (all day) - Duffryn Gardens - An Edwardian garden, restored to its original design with plants from all over the world.  Then a short journey to St Fagans, the museum of Welsh life.
* Thursday afternoon - Rhondda Heritage Park - Be shown round the Lewis Merthyr Colliery by an ex-miner who brings the place back to life.  Return past Caerphilly Castle.

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SCIENTIFIC VISITS

Scientific visits have been arranged for the Wednesday afternoon.  These are:
  • BNFL Berkeley
  • GE Healthcare
  • Cardiff Hospital

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GOLF

A golf competition will be held at Radyr GC on the afternoon of Wednesday 15th June.  The competition will be a full handicap Stableford open to all delegates, scientific and social, with a handicap.  This course (par 69 gents, par 72 ladies) is over 100 years old and has panoramic views over Cardiff.  The cost will be £33 (incl. VAT) to cover the green fees, sandwich lunch and prizes.  There will be a limit on the number of entrants so early registration for this is advised

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CPD POINTS

4 points for a half day and 8 for a full day, so Wednesday and Friday are 4 points each Monday, Tuesday and Thursday are 8 points each. Total attendance 32 points.

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REGISTRATION

Registration form for Scientific Delegates and Social Participants + Abstract form
Download form (rtf 35KB)
Download form (pdf 18KB)

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CO-SPONSORING SOCIETIES

We are very grateful to the following national radiation protection societies for supporting this Symposium:
  • Fachverband fur Strahlenschutz (German-Swiss Radiation Protection Association)
  • Societe Francaise de Radioprotection (French Society for Radiation Protection)
  • Nederlandse Vereniging voor Stralingshygiene (Dutch Society for Radiation Protection
  • Sociedad Espanola de Proteccion Radiologica (Spanish Radiation Protection Society)

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COMMERCIAL SPONSORS & ADVERTISING

Commercial sponsors:
RWE NUKEM
Cresta Catering
NNC
Canberra Harwell
Dstl

We welcome commercial organisations to sponsor the Symposium.
Sponsorship opportunities (pdf 80KB)
Advertising opportunities (pdf 90KB)

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ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Chris Perks, Chairman
Bryan Smith, Secretary
John Jackson, Treasurer
Pauline Powell
Duncan Jackson
Paul Jarvis
Alan Marsh

SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME COMMITTEE

Duncan Jackson, Chairman
Mark Ramsay, Secretary
Mike Thorne
Brian Heaton
David Copplestone
Gregg Butler
Juliet Long
Colin Martin
Bob Morley
Carol Robinson
Stuart Conney
Renate Czarwinski (FS)
Ciska Zuur (NVS)
Emmanuelle Gaillard-Lecanu(SFRP)
Eduardo Gallego (SEPR)

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THE SOCIETY FOR RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION

The Society for Radiological Protection
Administrative Office
PO Box 117
Buckfastleigh
Devon TQ11 0WA, UK
Tel: +44 (0)1364 644487
Fax: +44 (0)1364 644492
Email: admin@srp-uk.org

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