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Background Following on from a very successful first meeting, (Georgia Tech, May 2010), the 2nd International Conference on Microneedles will be hosted in Cork (Ireland) during May 13-15th 2012. Showcasing the latest international developments in microneedle technology and applications, the gathering will provide a platform to facilitate interdisciplinary communications and new collaborations for delegates from academic, industrial, pharmaceutical and clinical backgrounds. Programme A range of invited and keynote speakers from both business and academia will present technical highlights and review the state-of-the-art in the field. Authors will be given the opportunity to present their latest work in the form of both oral or poster contributions. Attendees will be given ample time during poster sessions and social functions to discuss their work and exchange ideas in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Prior to the conference, a half-day short course on microneedle technology will be held, Early-stage researchers and those new to the field are particularly encouraged to attend. Scope The organizers of Microneedles 2012 invite contributions describing the latest scientific, technological and clinical results relating to microneedle technologies. Both oral and poster contributions are invited. Submissions from graduate students and early-stage researchers are particularly welcome. Topics include, but are not restricted to:
Gala Dinner On Monday evening, a conference gala dinner and social evening will be held at The Old Midleton Distillery, home of the world-famous Jameson Irish whiskey. The evening will commence with a guided walk along the old distillery trail through mills, maltings, stillhouses, warehouses and kilns - some of these buildings dating back to 1795.
We will encounter superbly restored machinery and dramatic recreations of many of the steps in whiskey production, see the largest pot still in the world (capacity 32,000 gallons) and the waterwheel manufactured in 1825 to provide motive power prior to the days of electricity, and still turning today.
The visit will incorporate an Irish Whiskey tasting session, where delegates can avail of the opportunity to become a certified Irish Whiskey Taster! Then on to the Malt House Restaurant, where a five-course meal will be served in the company of traditional Irish music and dancers.
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We look forward to seeing you in Cork in May 2012!
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