Explore ancient, modern China at 2008 international dental conference

Beijing鈥擫earn the latest developments in research and explore the wonder of China’s capital city鈥攂oth ancient and modern, by attending the International Conference of Frontiers of Dental and Craniofacial Research here Nov. 1-3.

The conference will feature more than 20 international experts who will discuss new breakthroughs in developmental biology, stem cells and tissue engineering, salivary glands and saliva, tumor biology and bone biology and inflammation.

The meeting is sponsored by the Chinese Stomatological Association, Capital Medical University and the International Association for Dental Research. Participants are invited to submit an abstract for poster presentation on the above selected topics by Aug. 1.

Joint meetings held at the same time will offer participants international networking opportunities. Groups also meeting include the IADR Chinese Division, the China National Forum for Dental Ph.D. Students, the Chinese Young Dentist Academic Meeting, the Chinese Dental Pulp Biology Meeting and the Chinese Oral Medicine meeting.

The conference will convene near the main venue of the 2008 Olympics, giving participants the opportunity to explore Beijing’s sights and culture, from the new Olympics facilities to the ancient palaces and museums that showcase China’s rich heritage.

Register by Sept. 1 to save on registration fees. For more information, a list of speakers and programs and details on how to submit an abstract, log on to www.icfdcr.org .

To learn about other international dental meetings visit: www.ada.org/prof/events/international.asp or contact the ADA Center for International Development and Affairs toll free, Ext. 2726.聽