When and where is Bio-Forum held?
Bio-Forum 2008 will be held in Shanghai International Convention Center, May 28-30. The Oriental Riverside Hotel of Shanghai International Convention Center is located in the heart of Lujiazui ¨C Shanghai¡¯s Financial and Trade zone, adjacent to the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and facing the multinational styles of architecture along the Bund across the Huangpu River. The hotel opened for business in August 1999, covering the construction area of 110,000m2. As the new landmark of Shanghai, it was appraised as one of the 10 classic buildings over the 50 years since the founding of the P.R. China.
The hotel is easily accessible from all parts of the city with modern transportations and the metro line No.2 is well within reach. The hotel boasts 260 deluxe rooms, restaurants in different styles and diversified recreational and fitness facilities. With the capacity for 3000 persons, the Grand Ballroom on the 7th floor is by far the largest pillar-less multifunctional ballroom in our country. 28 additional meeting rooms in different sizes may meet various conference requirements.

Address: 2727, Riverside Avenue, Pudong, Shanghai    ZipCode: 200120
Tel: 86-21-50370000

Where do I make a hotel reservation?
Hotel reservation can be made online at the Bio-Forum website: www.bio-forum.com. Please read the instruction carefully before making your reservation. You can also contact us directly:
Tel: +86 21 54065160¡¡Fax: +86 21 54065150¡¡¡¡E-mail:fy@stcec.com.

Can my partner, child, or family member accompany me at convention?
Anyone attending Bio-Forum 2008 needs to register. On-site registration is not accepted.

How do I apply for a Visa?
You should register at the home page of Bio-Forum website, and then process the application according to the instruction or you can apply for a visa by sending Visa application email to Bio-Forum secretariat fy@stcec.com before May 1, 2008.
Bio-Forum 2008 secretariat will confirm your application and fax you invitation letter and related documents.

What is your refund policy?
Refunds of 50% registration fee are available until April 15th, 2008. No refunds will be given after this date.

Can I access my e-mail at Bio-Forum?
Yes, Bio-Forum provides free access to the Internet at Shanghai International Convention Center.
 
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