Integrating Science and Management
Early bird registration closes 12 Feb 2010, don't miss out!
The Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) International Symposium and Workshop are taking place from 12 to 14 April 2010 in Melbourne, Australia.
The symposium will feature:
a series of inspiring keynote speakers including:
- - Juan Lubroth - Animal Health Service, FAO
- - Jef Hammond - Institute of Animal Health, Pirbright
- - Luis Rodriguez - Foreign Animal Disease Research Unit, USDA / ARS
- - Bryan Charleston - Institute of Animal Health, Pirbright
- - Victor Saraiva - Vesicular Diseases Unit, PANAFTOSA / PAHO / WHO
- - Ronello C Abila - OIE South East Asia Foot and Mouth Disease Regional Representation
An interactive workshop will be based around a simulated outbreak of FMD in an Australian setting.
Topics for groups to explore include
- - vaccination
- - proof of freedom
- - diagnostic technologies
- - management of FMD in endemic situations
Networking at social functions including the Meat and Livestock Australia
(MLA) welcome reception at the Hilton South Wharf and symposium dinner at the renowned Melbourne Aquarium; both functions are included in the registration fee. Additional tickets to the social functions can be purchased when you register through the online or printable registration form.
For further information: http://www.FMD2010.com.au
