IBNS 18th Annual Meeting
June 9 – 14, 2009
Wyndham Nassau Resort and Crystal Palace Casino
Nassau, The Bahamas
 IMPORTANT
NOTE FROM THE IBNS CENTRAL OFFICE: |
| The 2009 IBNS conference, which was originally scheduled to be held in Manzanillo, Mexico, has been moved to another location. After careful consideration of many aspects of the situation in Mexico, the Council believes that this move is in the best interest of the IBNS and the meeting participants. The conference will be held at the Wyndham Nassau Resort in Nassau, The Bahamas. The dates of the meeting and our scientific program are unchanged. Please read the NEW details below and on our FAQ page. If your question is not answered, please email the IBNS Central Office. |
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| Abstract forms: | Members | Non Members |
| Registration: | Members | Non Members |
| Hotel Reservations - Online | ||
| Online Payment and Rates | ||
The IBNS gratefully acknowledges the NIMH (R13MH065244) in their continued
support of the Annual Meeting.
Welcome:
You are cordially invited to participate in the Annual Meeting of the International Behavioral Neuroscience Society, June 9-14, 2009. The meeting will be held at the Wyndham Nassau Resort and Crystal Palace Casino, a beautiful, yet reasonably priced for IBNS members, resort off the east coast of Florida.
Deadline to submit proposals for special symposia is December 12. Abstract deadline is February 1, 2009. Late abstracts will be considered until May 25 for poster presentation only.
We look forward to welcoming you to our conference.
Click here for
Preliminary Schedule.
The major goal of the meeting is to bring together scientists whose interests are in the broad area of understanding the neural control of behavior. We cordially invite members and nonmembers alike to attend our Annual Meeting.
The program will include plenary lectures, oral communications, and poster sessions. Topics will focus on a number of themes including, but not limited to: Learning, Memory, and Neuronal Plasticity; Ingestive Behavior; Drugs of Abuse and Psychopharmacology; Behavioral Endocrinology; Behavioral Genetics; and Psychoneuroimmunology.
Keynote Speakers
Ann M. Graybiel, Ph.D., MIT, Cambridge, MA, USA
Our habitual lives: how the brain makes
and breaks habits
T. W. Robbins, F.R.S., University of Cambridge, U.K.
From impulsivity to compulsivity: Neural substrates and
psychiatric implications.
Special Symposia
NEUROBIOLOGY OF HUMAN IMPULSIVITY: MICE AND RATS BEHAVIORAL MODELS. Chairperson: Sylvie Granon
Francoise Dellu-Hagedorn, Universite Bordeaux, CNRS
Inter-individual differences in impulsivity in the rat: Relationships with
cognition, decision-making and the dopaminergic system
David Belin, Pôle Biologie Santé
Differential involvement of high impulsivity trait in cocaine and heroin
addiction-like behaviour in the rat: Relevance for the aetiology of
psychostimulants and opiates addiction
Jared Young, University of California, San Diego
Separation of behavioral disinhibition to non-target stimuli from impulsive
early responding: A separation of selective dopaminergic and serotonergic
receptor effects
Sylvie Granon, Université d'Orsay Paris Sud (NAMC) & Institut pasteur, Paris
Relationship between impulsivity and flexible behaviors in mice
BEHAVIORAL NEUROSCIENCE OF THE PARENTAL BRAIN IN RATS AND HUMANS: FROM BASIC MECHANISMS TO CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS. Chairperson: James E. Swain, Yale University
Marcelo Febo, Boston University
Imaging the postpartum rat: Insight into the neural circuits of lactation,
protection and care
James Swain, Yale University
Functional brain activations of parents listening to their own baby-cry that
change over the early postpartum and vary according to delivery
Pilyoung Kim, Cornell University
Interplay of biological and environmental influences on new mother’s brain:
Perceived quality of maternal care in childhood and breastfeeding
Madoka Noriuchi and Yoshiaki Kikuchi, Tokyo Metropolitan University
Maternal Brain Response to Infant’s Attachment Behaviors
WHAT IS THE FUNCTIONAL AND CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE HIPPOCAMPAL-PREFRONTAL CORTICAL INTERACTION? Chairperson: Yukiori Goto
Raymond Kesner, University of Utah, USA
Interactions between medial prefrontal cortex and hippocampus for spatial
location information
Yukiori Goto, McGill University, Canada
Hippocampal-prefrontal cortical interaction on memory-based goal directed
behavior
Hidehiko Takahashi, National Institute of Radiological Sciences, Japan
Differential contributions of prefrontal and hippocampal dopamine D(1) and
D(2) receptors in human cognitive functions
Lalit Srivastava, Douglas Mental Health University
Institute
Reorganization of adult prefrontal cortex adrenergic signaling and
function by developmental hippocampus lesions
VERTEBRATE MODELS OF SOCIAL BEHAVIOR: NEUROBIOLOGICAL AND COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVES. Chairperson: Elena Choleris, University of Guelph
Robert Gerlai, University of Toronto at Mississauga
Shoaling in zebrafish: A novel tool for the analysis of vertebrate social
behavior
Stephen W. Porges, University of Illinois at Chicago
A mammalian social engagement system: Insights from the polyvagal theory
Robert and Caroline Blanchard, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Social behavior and communication in the mouse
Martin Kavaliers, Univ. of Western Ontario and Elena Choleris, Univ. of
Guelph
Neurobiology of social recognition and parasite avoidance
The Program Committee is soliciting abstracts for oral and poster presentations. Abstracts may be prepared on any subject related to the general area of behavioral neuroscience. Both members and nonmembers may submit abstracts. More than one abstract may be submitted by each author. Only abstracts which are submitted electronically will be accepted. Abstracts should be no longer than 1600 characters or approximately 300 words and prepared as a single paragraph and single-spaced. No photos or tables will be accepted with or in the abstracts. Data must be original and not previously published. Additional formatting details are included on the abstract form.
The deadline for the receipt of abstracts is February 3, 2009. Late abstracts may be considered until May 25 for poster presentation only. Abstract fees are $40 prior to February 4 and $50 for abstracts submitted after February 4. Payment is due upon submission of the abstract. DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MAY 25 FOR ABSTRACTS FOR POSTER PRESENTATION.
Click here for Member Abstract Form
Click here for Non-Member Abstract Form
Call for Symposia FOR 2010:
The Program Committee is now soliciting proposals for symposia. for the
2010 IBNS Annual Meeting. A typical symposium includes 4 speakers and
is scheduled for 2 hours. Symposium proposals should include a title, the
name of the chairperson(s), a substantive description of the topic and
proposed talks, the list of speakers, their affiliations, and tentative
titles of their talks.
The deadline for priority consideration of symposium proposals is September 1, 2009. Please send your proposal to the Program Committee Chair, Dr. Wim Crusio at wim_crusio@yahoo.com and COPY the IBNS Central Office at ibns@ibnshomepage.org.
Presentation Guidelines:
| POSTER SIZE: Please note the surface area of the poster boards will be 4' x 4', and they will be supported on frames that are 7' tall. Do not make your poster wider than 4' as it will overlap the poster next to you! If you wish to make your poster taller than 4', this is acceptable, but be advised that it will hang below the surface area of the poster boards, and the part that hangs below the poster board may curl a bit. If you do plan to make your poster taller than the 4' poster board, be sure that you set it up "portrait" style, NOT "landscape" style. We will provide push pins for hanging the posters. |
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POSTER SET UP TIME: You should plan to set up your poster prior to 10 a.m. on the day of your presentation. You should remove it after your poster session ends at 8:00 p.m.
ORAL PRESENTATIONS:
Oral presentations include 10 minutes for talk, 5 minutes for questions/answers. Your session chairperson will be in contact with you in advance of the session to load your talk onto the computer (PC) that will be used at the meeting. This is very important as we have a tight schedule and no time to change computers between talks. The typical presentation is done in PowerPoint for a PC. If you use a different program or Mac please discuss this with your session chairperson.
Travel Awardees should prepare for a 5-minute talk for the Slide Blitz.
Symposia
speakers have 20 minutes for their talk and 10 minutes for questions/answers.
Congratulations to the 2009 IBNS Travel Award Recipients - click here for
details
Important Dates: Please note new extended deadlines.
| September 1, 2009 | Symposia Proposal Priority Deadline for 2010 |
| September 1, 2009 | Satellite Proposal Priority Deadline for 2010 |
| February 3, 2009 | Abstracts Due |
| February 3, 2009 | Travel Award Applications Due |
| February 3, 2009 | Discounted Registration Ends |
| March 1, 2009 | Notification - Travel Awards |
| May 25, 2009 | Late Abstract Deadline - for posters only EXTENDED FOR LATE REGISTRANTS |
| May 25, 2009 | Deadline for Exhibitor Registration and Ads |
| May 25, 2009 | Hotel Reservation Deadline |
| May 25, 2009 | Last Day for Refunds |
| June 2, 2009 | Online Registration Ends (On-site registration will be available) |
| June 9-14, 2009 | Conference Dates |
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino resort is located where
the sun meets the sea on renowned Cable Beach, just 15 minutes from Lynden
Pindling International Airport. Step into a world of exemplary service and
refined surroundings on the Bahamian Riviera, where pleasure and convenience
unite effortlessly. The resort offers an inspiring meeting place of crystal
blue waters and white sand beaches. With 30,000 square feet of versatile
function space complemented by majestic outdoor venues, the stage is set for
extraordinary business and social events. The resort features dining,
nightlife and the Crystal Palace Casino so that attendees can have fun
without ever having to go offsite. Yet if group activities are what you
seek, the hotel can assist you in arranging exciting adventures from golf
outings to deep sea fishing expeditions.
Wyndham Nassau Resort & Crystal Palace Casino welcomes you to a Bahamian
paradise that is easy to reach, yet feels worlds away from home. The private
beach, swimming lagoon and accommodations with ocean views set the stage for
relaxation. Yet exhilarating water sports and sightseeing offer something
for the adventurer as well. Our luxurious retreat features British colonial
charm, and myriad dining and entertainment options to please every taste,
including a swim-up bar, swim up tables, in pool dance floor and runway,
Caribbean specialties and dinner theatre. The 24-hour Crystal Palace Casino
offers the excitement of Vegas steps from your guest room. An ideal setting
for meetings and special occasions, the resort boasts indoor and outdoor
function space and expert planning services. Go scuba diving and snorkeling,
or explore Nassau’s historic landmarks and international boutiques. You’ll
soon see why Nassau is such a thrilling meeting and vacation destination.
To register for the IBNS meeting, please complete the online registration form. Please note there are separate forms for members and nonmembers.
Registration rates: (Note: The IBNS has extended these discounted rates through onsite registration)
Member Registration - $360
Nonmember Registration - $440
Student Member Registration - $205
Student Nonmember Registration - $245
Payments can be made online by clicking here. No refunds will be issued after May 25. Abstract fees are non refundable.
The IBNS Central Office is currently working with Kenneth Schneider, D.S., Worldview Travel, to assist IBNS meeting attendees in arranging flight reservations for travel to Nassau. Please contact Ken directly at his new phone number 1-310-432-2335 or at his new email ken.schneider@worldview.com
. As with any travel agent, there will be a fee to use his service. Please note that Ken can only change tickets that he personally issued.West Bay Street at Cable Beach, Nassau 00000
Bahamas
Phone: 242-327-6200
Fax: 242-327-5079
All participants are requested to stay in the conference hotel and make reservations through the hotel using the group name (IBNS). IBNS has negotiated an extremely competitive room rate which, compared to the high quality of the hotel, is unusually low. The hotel is our conference site and thus it is the most convenient location for attendees. Last, the hotel was chosen after careful consideration of its amenities and services, its location and its features. Therefore, Conference attendees are highly encouraged to book their rooms in this hotel.
Our extremely competitive room rates negotiated with the hotel are dependent upon our guarantee to the hotel to fill a set number of rooms. Therefore, if you chose to book your room in an alternate hotel, we will have to charge you a registration fee increased by $100 to recover the penalties we will incur.
If you would like to share a room to defray expenses, please contact the IBNS Central Office by email.
IBNS Group Rates are $110 per room plus 12% taxes, per night for single or double occupancy and are based on European Plan (meals not included). A $15 per room, per night resort fee will apply and will cover tip service for maids, pool & beach gratuity, fitness center and in room safe. The 12% tax does not apply to the resort fee. Bellman fee of $3.00 in - $3.00 out (per person, one time charge).
Our group rate is valid for three days prior to and three days after the meeting dates (June 6 through June 17) based on availability.
Room options include:
|
Run of House Rooms |
Single 1 person |
Double 2 people |
Triple 3 people |
Quad 4 people |
|
RATE
|
$110.00 |
$110.00 |
$135.00 |
$160.00 |
|
12% TAX |
$13.20 |
$13.20 |
$16.20 |
$19.20 |
|
RESORT FEE |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
|
Subtotal
|
$138.20 |
$138.20 |
$166.20 |
$194.20 |
|
Gratuities one time only |
$6.00 |
$12.00 |
$18.00 |
$24.00 |
|
This is the rate for first night |
$144.20 |
$150.20 |
$184.20 |
$218.20 |
|
This is the rate for all other nights |
$138.20 |
$138.20 |
$166.20 |
$194.20 |
|
Corner Suites |
Single 1 person |
Double 2 people |
Triple 3 people |
Quad 4 people |
|
RATE
|
$275.00 |
$275.00 |
$300.00 |
$325.00 |
|
12% TAX |
$33.00 |
$33.00 |
$36.00 |
$39.00 |
|
RESORT FEE |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
|
Subtotal
|
$323.00 |
$323.00 |
$351.00 |
$379.00 |
|
Gratuities one time only |
$6.00 |
$12.00 |
$18.00 |
$24.00 |
|
This is the rate for first night |
$329.00 |
$335.00 |
$369.00 |
$403.00 |
|
This is the rate for all other nights |
$323.00 |
$323.00 |
$351.00 |
$379.00 |
|
Penthouse Suites
|
Single 1 person |
Double 2 people |
Triple 3 people |
Quad 4 people |
|
RATE
|
$350.00 |
$350.00 |
$375.00 |
$400.00 |
|
12% TAX |
$42.00 |
$42.00 |
$45.00 |
$48.00 |
|
RESORT FEE |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
$15.00 |
|
Subtotal
|
$407.00 |
$407.00 |
$435.00 |
$463.00 |
|
Gratuities one time only |
$6.00 |
$12.00 |
$18.00 |
$24.00 |
|
This is the rate for first night |
$413.00 |
$419.00 |
$453.00 |
$487.00 |
|
This is the rate for all other nights |
$407.00 |
$407.00 |
$435.00 |
$463.00 |
RESERVATION
PROCEDURES
IF YOU HAVE MADE RESERVATIONS FOR THE WYNDHAM GRAND BAY ISLA NAVIDAD IN MANZANILLO, MEXICO, PLEASE BE SURE TO CANCEL THEM. Cancellations can be made by email to reservations@islaresort.com.mx.
CALL-IN METHOD: Individual guest reservations can be made by calling our “on property” reservations department at 800-633-0043 (press 2), please identify the name of the Group in order to receive group rate. You may also call Wyndham central reservations at 1-800-WYNDHAM. In order to guarantee reservations, requests must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Hotel will not hold any reservations after 05/25/2009 unless guaranteed.
ONLINE METHOD: Individuals may also use hotel’s on line registration by
visiting
www.wyndhamnassauresort.com and clicking on the ‘group reservations”
icon. Please use our
GROUP CODE # 0609136IBNS
Passports are required for travel to The Bahamas from almost every country, while visas are required for travel from only a few countries. For example, NO visa is required to travel to The Bahamas from Canada, the US, Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, or Israel. However, visas are required for travel from China, Taiwan, or Jordan. Due to space restraints and constantly changing guidelines, we are unable to list regulations for the 37 countries represented by the IBNS. Please contact your local government for current regulations or visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Bahamas at http://www.mfabahamas.org/New%20visa%20to%20the%20bahamas.htm/a>
The IBNS was formed to encourage research and education in the field of behavioral neuroscience. Anyone interested in the mission of the Society is invited to apply for membership. Membership in the IBNS is not required to submit an abstract or attend the annual meeting; however, membership does include discounted registration fees and other benefits.
Program Committee
Don Stein, Chair
Wim Crusio, Co-Chair
Betty Zimmerberg
Ray Kesner
Helene David
Leonie de Visser
Bianca Topic
John Bruno
Education and Training Committee
Susan Powell, Chair
Katerina Savelieva, Co-Chair
Pascual Gargiulo
Jodi Gresack
Sarah Johnson, Student
Peter Shiromani
Anders Agmo
Local Organizing Committee:
Sara Cruz-Morales, Chair
Rosalinda Guevara-Guzman
Raul Paredes
For additional information, please contact:
IBNS Central Office
Marianne Van Wagner, Executive Coordinator
8181 Tezel Road #10269
San Antonio, Texas 78250 USA
Telephone: (830) 796-9393 or
(866) 377-4416 (toll-free from within the US)
Fax: (830) 796-9394
Email: ibns@ibnshomepage.org