2018 International Avian Respiratory Disease Conference

The 2018 International Avian Respiratory Disease Conference will focus on avian coronaviruses, avian paramyxoviruses, laryngotracheitis virus and complicating pathogens, such as avian metapneumoviruses and Mycoplasma spp. While emphasis will be placed on infectious bronchitis virus, and Newcastle disease virus, all viruses from these families will be included. Original research on epidemiology, molecular virology, pathogenesis, immunity, diagnosis, and control as they relate to these viruses will be covered.

Abstract Submissions:
We invite abstracts on all avian respiratory diseases, however, studies exclusively on avian influenza virus (AIV) will not be covered. Abstracts with AIV as complicating or co-infections may be accepted. Abstracts should be submitted by January 31, 2018.

Sponsor Information:
Sponsorships are available for the 2018 International Avian Respiratory Disease Conference.

Scientific Program:
The IARDC Scientific Program is estimated to become available on our website in March 2018.

Event Date:

Location:

Cost:

• Registration on or before March 31, 2018: $400
• Registration after March 31, 2018: $500

Event Cancellation Policies:
(1) A cancellation received by 5:00 p.m. ET on or before Tuesday, May 22, 2018 will be refunded, minus a $35 processing fee. No refunds will be issued thereafter; substitutions will be allowed. (2) To change or cancel your registration, call (706) 542-7493, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET. (3) If an event is cancelled for any reason, the UGA Center for Continuing Education and Hotel will not be responsible for any charges related to travel.

Hotel Cost:
You will be given the opportunity to make a hotel reservation as you proceed through the online registration process.

Transportation:
Groom Transportation is available between the UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel and the Atlanta Airport.

Program Contact Information:
Program Contact:
Mark Jackwood
(706) 542-5475
mjackwoo@uga.edu

Patti Miller
(706) 542-1904
pjmdvm97@uga.edu

Registration Contact:
UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel
(706) 542-7493
registration@georgiacenter.uga.edu

Special Needs: If you require special services, email Nette Penn by Tuesday, May 22, 2018.

Dietary restrictions should be indicated on the registration form or during the registration process.

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