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PDA’s 7th Annual Global Conference on Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Everyday Microbiology – It's All About Control!
October 22-24, 2012 | Bethesda North Marriott Hotel | Bethesda, Maryland
Exhibition: October 22-23 | Courses: October 25-26
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Program Highlights
“The PDA Global Microbiology Conference was a wonderful event: informative, well-structured and with a range of challenging and engaging speakers.” Tim Sandle, BPL
“For me and the business I am in this was the most relevant of the meetings and covered topics of significant interest to my work…This conference directly covered issues that I deal with on a daily basis and will change some of my practices and procedures.” Robert Guardino, AAIPharma Services Corp.
“I felt the 6th conference was the best yet in terms of attendance, presentations, posters, exhibits and networking opportunities…The active participation of FDA microbiologists was welcomed.” Tony Cundell, Merck & Co.
“Overall the content of the conference was great. As a QA Manager, it was good to learn more information.” Malika Hogan, Actavis
Important Deadlines – Register before August 10, 2012 and Save up to $400. | Hotel Cutoff: September 23, 2012
PDA's 7th Annual Global Conference on Pharmaceutical Microbiology will bring together all levels of industry professionals to network and benefit from a program that reveals the essential science of microbiology and seeks to solve the problems that our industry faces on a daily basis. The comprehensive program agenda will include presentations from regulatory and industry representatives from around the world who will share recent case studies, current and future trends in the field of pharmaceutical microbiology.
During the conference, PDA will host an exhibition of leading bio/pharmaceutical companies who will showcase new technologies and trends for pharmaceutical microbiology strategies.
Who Should Attend
Departments: Microbiology, Compliance, Engineering, Manufacturing, QA/QC, Development, Regulatory Affairs, Research and Development, Validation
Level of Expertise: Executives, Management, Scientists/Technicians
Job Function: Scientist/Technician, Research, Analyst, Bench personnel
Contact
Jason E. Brown
Senior Manager, Programs & Meetings
Tel: +1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 131
Email: brown@pda.org
Registration inquiries:
Patresa Day
Manager, Registration and Customer Service
Tel: +1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 115
Email: day@pda.org
Exhibition inquiries:
David Hall
Vice President, Sales
Tel: +1 (301) 656-5900 ext. 160
Direct: +1 (240) 688-4405
Email: hall@pda.org
| Before August 10, 2012 | August 10 - September 11, 2012 | After September 11, 2012 | |
| Member | $1,500 | $1,700 | $1,900 |
| Nonmember | $1,749 | $1,949 | $2,149 |
| Government/Health Authority Member | $ 700 | $ 700 | $ 700 |
| Government/Health Authority Nonmember* | $ 800 | $ 800 | $ 800 |
| Academic Member | $ 700 | $ 700 | $ 700 |
| Academic Nonmember* | $ 800 | $ 800 | $ 800 |
| Student Member | $ 280 | $ 280 | $ 280 |
| Student Nonmember* | $ 310 | $ 310 | $ 310 |
All prices in US dollars.
* For this member type, online registration is not available must be faxed in.
Please note: In order to receive the prevailing registration rate, your registration(s) must be received by PDA by 5:00 p.m. ET on or before the date noted.
Group Registration Discount
Register 4 people from the same organization as a group (at the same time) for the conference and receive the 5th registration free. Other discounts cannot be applied.
Special Dietary Requirements
Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirement we may assist you with. Please contact Patresa Day at day@pda.org for help.
Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Road
Bethesda, MD 20852
Phone: +1 (301) 822-9200
Website: www.marriott.com
Rate: Single: $239.00, plus applicable state and local taxes.
Cut Off Date: Sunday, September 23, 2012 (Rooms must be secured by this date in order to receive the PDA rate).
Hotel Accommodations
PDA is excited to host the PDA's 7th Annual Global Conference on Pharmaceutical Microbiology & TRI Courses at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center. A block of rooms have been reserved at the group rate of $239 single or double occupancy, plus applicable state and local taxes. Reservations must be secured by Sunday, September 23, 2012, after this date, reservations can be made on a space and rate available basis only.
To make reservations at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center, please call the Hotel at +1 (301) 822-9200 and reference PDA's 7th Annual Global Conference on Pharmaceutical Microbiology & TRI Courses to receive the PDA group rate. Check in time is 4:00 p.m., and check out time is 12:00 noon.
Individual Cancellation
Please be aware that obtaining and canceling hotel reservations is the responsibility of the meeting registrant. Individuals will be responsible for payment of their own cancellation fees. The cancellation policy is 6 p.m. on the date of arrival otherwise specified on your reservation information.
Amenities
The Marriott Bethesda North Hotel & Conference Center is adjacent to the White Flint METRO Station on the RED line offering easy access to Rockville, Bethesda, Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia. All 220 guest rooms and suites provide high-speed Internet, upgraded Marriott Revive bedding, coffee makers, hair dryers, iron and an ironing board.
Travel
Area Airports
Reagan National Airport (DCA) is approximately 20 miles from the hotel and all major carriers service this airport. Two other airports in the vicinity are both serviced by all major carriers: Dulles International, 24 miles away, and Baltimore-Washington International, 34 miles away.
Ground Transportation
Taxi fares from DCA are approximately $55 one way, not including tip, and will take about 30 minutes. One way taxi fares from Dulles is approximately $55 and from BWI about $75.
Driving
Bethesda North Marriott is located on Marinelli Road off of Rockville Pike in Rockville.
Metro
The Bethesda North Marriott is located on the RED line at the White Flint Station.
Parking at the Hotel
$15 Self Parking