General Information
Abstract submission
More than 1,000 abstracts are accepted for presentation during poster, oral and video sessions at the Annual EAU Congress. Abstracts submission is closed. An abstract book will be sent to all EAU members prior to the congress and is included in the congress bag. An abstract CD will be provided to all congress delegates. Additional copies of the abstract book can be purchased at the Cashier Desk during the congress. Abstract CDs are supported by an unrestricted educational grant from FERRING INTERNATIONAL CENTER S.A.
Accessibility
The MIC is easily accessible by public transport. You can take metro line 1 to the metro station Amendola Fiera. Shuttle buses will be available from outside the metro station Amendola Fiera to take you to the MIC main entrance.
Shuttle bus time table:
Days | Time |
25 March 2008 | 08.00 - 21.00 hrs. |
26 March 2008 | 07.30 – 21.30 hrs. |
27 March 2008 | 07.00 - 20.00 hrs. |
28 March 2008 | 07.00 - 20.00 hrs. |
29 March 2008 | 07.00 - 14.30 hrs. |
With a transportation pass, congress delegates will have free access to all public transport within the City of Milan during the four days of the congress.
Address:
MIC - Milano Convention Centre
Via Gattamelata 5
20149, Milano
Italy
Tel. +39 (0)31 349 534
Fax. +39 (0)2 48010270
http://www.micmilano.it
Airline Information
The airlines of SkyTeam are pleased to be appointed as the official airline network for the 23rd Annual EAU Congress in Milan. SkyTeam comprises 10 leading international airlines: Aeroflot, Aeromexico, Air France, Alitalia, Continental, CSA Czech Airlines, Delta, KLM, Korean Air and Northwest Airlines.
To benefit from special offers, visit http://globalmeetings.skyteam.com/ and quote the event Identifier Code: 0098S
Through this site you can also access the schedules of all SkyTeam partners to plan your flight with the airline of your choice. 
Bank and exchange
The national currency in Italy is the euro (€). Banks are normally open Monday to Friday from 08.30-13.30 and 15.00-16.00 and are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Automatic cash machines are widely available.
Exchange offices at airports and main railway stations are normally open from 06.00 - 22.00.
The main international credit cards (VISA, American Express, Diners, Eurocard/Mastercard) are widely accepted in most large retail outlets, petrol stations, hotels and restaurants. Please beware, however, that smaller businesses may not accept credit card payment and you are advised to check prior to purchase.
Service is usually included in the bill in bars and restaurants, but tips are welcome.
Travellers cheques are best exchanged at an exchange office ('Cambio') as they are not accepted as payment in shops, restaurants and hotels. Banks also often decline to change travellers cheques.
Certificate of Attendance
A Certificate of Attendance for the 23rd Annual EAU Congress is included in all congress bags. A listing of CME accreditation points granted by various national urological societies and the European Board of Urology is available in the programme book as well as on this website under the section "CME Accreditation".
Climate and weather conditions
Milan has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.
The weather in spring can be very changeable (average temperature in March 15°C / 18°C), so being well prepared is the order of the day.
Congress bags
Each delegate receives a voucher for a congress bag which includes a
programme book, abstract book and exhibition manual.
The congress bags are sponsored by ASTELLAS
Congress hours
Wednesday, 26 March 08.30 – 19.00
Thursday, 27 March 07.45 – 19.00
Friday, 28 March 07.30 – 19.00
Saturday, 29 March 07.45 – 13.30
Congress organisation
Managing Directors: | Jacqueline Roelofswaard | |
Maurice Schlief | ||
Congress Manager: | Patricia de Bont | |
Exhibition Manager: | Henriet Wieringa |
Daily Congress Newsletter
Special daily congress newsletters are available on 26, 27 and 28 March 2008.
EAU Internet Corner
The EAU Internet Corners, in the exhibition area, are at your disposal to check the EAU website: www.uroweb.org.
Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from ASTELLAS
EAU Digital Video Library
The EAU digital video library will be operational during exhibition hours in the exhibition area.
A wide choice of videos from the European Association of Urology including the videos presented in Milan and at previous EAU Congresses can be viewed on request on individual monitors. All videos can be copied to DVD, a service that is provided free of charge for all congress delegates. Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from ASTELLAS
EAU Education Office (European School of Urology)
The European School of Urology (ESU), working with European faculties, aims to provide high quality international educational courses in urology. The ESU has a special booth with extensive information on the activities of the European School of Urology. Registration for ESU courses can be made online through this website as from 1st October 2007. All congress delegates will receive an ESU Course CD. ESU Course CDs are supported by an unrestricted educational grant from SANOFI-AVENTIS
ESU is not responsible for any unavoidable last minute changes and will do their utmost to maintain the current programme.
Fees ESU Courses and ESUT hands-on training courses (for congress registered participants only)
C = 2 hrs. | C = 3 hrs. | |
EAU members, residents | € 25 | € 40 |
Non-EAU members, residents | € 40 | € 60 |
Registration fee for ESU courses will be waived for ESRU-EAU juniorMembers/ EAU junior members (max. 10 free registrations aregranted per course based on a first-come first-served basis).
EAU ID card
During the Milan congress your EAU ID Card will function as your congress badge. To ensure a smooth registration on-site be certain to upload your photo when processing your online registration.
EAU rules with respect to non-official meetings on 24-31 March 2008
During the period 24-31 March 2008 inclusive, it is strictly forbidden to hold any other (scientific) meetings, symposia, workshops or hands-on training sessions, involving more than 5 congress delegates, either within the congress venue or at other location(s) in the city of Milan or surrounding areas (500km). It is also forbidden to organise repeat meetings involving less than 5 congress delegates. The EAU Congress Office should be informed of any meeting(s) involving more than 5 congress delegates organised during the days mentioned above.
Any formal presentations occurring at hospitality events will be regarded as scientific meetings.
Hospitality events may only be organised outside the official congress hours and not during the official social events.
Violation of the above mentioned rule will have consequences for participation in the official exhibition or symposium programme.
EAU Square
The EAU Square in the exhibition area consists of the EAU Membership Booth, the Publications Counter, the EAU Digital Video Library, the EAU Stockholm Promotion Counter and the EAU Historical Exhibition. The EAU Membership Booth provides information on membership status and membership benefits. Non-members are invited to visit the EAU Booth to inquire about the many advantages for EAU members and to apply for EAU membership.
Electricity
Voltage is 220V AC, 50Hz. Plugs have two or three round pins. Foreign voltage may require an adaptor.
Emergency phone numbers
The most important telephone numbers in an emergency are: 113 or 112 - police/carabinieri; 115 - fire brigade; 118 - ambulance service.
Entry requirements
European Community passport holders do not need a visa to visit Italy. Many other nationalities are also exempt for stays of up to 3 months. However, if in doubt you are advised to check before travelling with your local Italian embassy or consulate.
European Board of Urology
The EBU is the regulatory body for urologists and residents of urology. For information about EBU activities, such as the annual examinations in urology, in-service assessment and the accreditation of residency training programmes in urology within Europe, please visit the EBU Corner at the EAU Square. For additional information please check EBU website.
EU-ACME
Information about the EU-ACME programme and its benefits, your acquired CME/CPD credit points as well as information on accredited CME activities can be obtained at the EU-ACME booth. For addiditonal information please visit EU-ACME website.
Exhibition
An extensive technical exhibition will be held simultaneously with the congress. The exhibition is open to technical equipment manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies and scientific publishers. The official opening will take place on Wednesday, 26 March at 08.15.
Exhibition hours
Wednesday, 26 March 08.15-18.00
Thursday, 27 March 09.00- 18.00
Friday, 28 March 09.00-19.15
Future Meetings Area
Posters and other documentation on future meetings can be displayed in the “Future Meetings Area”. It is strictly forbidden to put up promotional material at any other location in the building.
Hotel accommodation
The EAU has contracted the company "AIM Group - AIM Congress srl" in Milan to deal with the housing for congress participants. The incoming requests are handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information and online booking please visit the congress website at www.aimgroup.it/2008/eau or contact:
AIM Group - AIM Congress srl
Via G. Ripamonti, 129
20141 Milan, Italy
T +39 02 566011
F +39 02 56609043
E eau2008accommodation@aimgroup.it
To make a reservation online: www.aimgroup.it/2008/eau
Hospitality suites: Special Latin-American and Asian Suites
During the 23rd Annual EAU Congress there will be special hospitality suites to welcome congress delegates from the Latin-American and Asian countries.
Individualised Presentation Skills Training Session
At this year’s EAU Congress, as in previous years, speaking consultant Mr. Paul Casella (Iowa, USA) will be giving his popular presentation skills training sessions. The one-on-one half hour sessions will help improve your presentation and delivery skills. The sessions are free of charge and available to all speakers.Appointments for this training session can be made at the Speaker Service Centre.
Insurance
The organisers do not accept responsibility for any personal damage. Participants are strongly recommended to arrange their own personal insurance.
Italian Healthcare Authorities
AIM GROUP - AIM CONGRESS is the official Italian agency that is authorized to deal with the Italian Health Authorities.
For any enquiry please contact:
AIM GROUP - AIM CONGRESS srl
Via Flaminia, 1068
00189 Rome, Italy
Telephone: +39-06-330531
Telefax: +39-06-80968229
E-mail: l.ricci@aimgroup.it
Language
All presentations during the congress will be conducted in English, the official language of the EAU. There will be no translation provided.
Local time
From the end of March until the end of October, Italian time goes from GMT+1 to GMT+2 (GMT = Greenwich Mean Time).
Mobile phones
Mobile phones must be switched off during all sessions!
Press
Journalists can obtain free registration to the Congress at the Press Desk in the registration area. All media operators must show their credentials (press card dated 2008 and original assignment letter). Journalists will receive a voucher upon registration which entitles them to a copy of the press pack. All press are invited to report to the EAU Press Centre to pick up their press pack and to obtain any assistance they require. The Press Centre has internet access, fax machine, printer and photocopier. For details about the EAU embargo policy please visit on this website under the section ''Press''.
Registration
All registrations must be made through the official online registration system: online registration system. Registration is available as of 1st of October 2007. No registration will be accepted unless accompanied by full payment details (banker's draft, copy of bank transfer or credit card, in € only). The registration will only be confirmed after receipt of the required fees. In order to avoid confusion due to mail or bank delays, advance registration will close on 8 March 2008. After this date registrations can be made on-site at the congress venue from 26-29 March 2008.
Fee in EURO (€) excluding VAT 20% | Before | After 21 Jan. 2008 and | After |
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Non EAU member | € 650 | € 800 | € 900 |
Resident / Ph.D Researcher | Free | Free | Free |
Resident / Ph.D Researcher | Free | Free | Free |
Resident / Ph.D. Researcher | € 250 | € 300 | € 400 |
EAUN member (nurse) | € 150 | € 200 | € 200 |
Nurse* | € 250 | € 300 | € 300 |
Press | Free | Free | Free |
Accompanying person | € 200 | € 200 | € 200 |
* Proof of status is required
- Membership status (payment dues paid up to and including 2008) will be checked by the EAU Central Office and the online registration system.
- The online registration system will close on 8 March 2008. After this date registrations can be made on-site at the congress venue from 26-29 March 2008.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Delegates are entitled to:
- participate in all scientific sessions
- attend the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Cocktail
- attend the technical exhibition
- obtain all congress documents/ congress bag
- obtain a public transportation pass
Accompanying persons are entitled to:
- attend the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
- attend the EAU Evening
- attend the technical exhibition
- obtain a public transportation pass
Exhibitors are entitled to:
- attend the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
- attend the technical exhibition
- attend the satellite sponsored symposia (all satellite symposia, not only of their own company!)
Press is entitled to:
- attend the Opening Ceremony and Welcome Reception
- attend the technical exhibition
- attend the scientific sessions
- obtain a press congress bag (= same as normal congress bag but they have to retrieve it at the press centre)
ESU COURSES
Fees in EUR and excluding 20% VAT | 2 hrs | 3 hrs |
EAU members/ Residents* | € 25 | € 40 |
Non-EAU members | € 40 | € 60 |
* Max. 10 free registrations are granted per course, on a first-come first-served basis, for all EAU junior members combi – ESRU member and EAU junior corresponding members
EAU EVENING
Fees in EUR and excluding 20% VAT | |
For all registered delegates | €50 |
For exhibitors and non-delegates | €100 |
The EAU evening for accompanying persons is included in the accompanying person fee (€200)
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Before 21 January 2008: € 50 will be withheld
- Between 21 January and 21 February 2008: 50% refund
- After 21 February 2008: no refund (cancellation and new registration)
All refunds will be handled after the congress
NAME SUBSTITUTIONS
Individual registrations
- Before 21 January 2008: € 30
- Between 21 January and 21 February 2008: € 30
- After 21 February 2008: cancellation and new registration
Group registrations
- Before 21 January 2008: Free
- Between 21 January and 21 February 2008: € 30
- After 21 February 2008: cancellation and new registration
Please note that there are special cancellation and name change arrangements for gold and platinum sponsors of the 23rd Annual EAU Congress.
TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR REGISTRATION FEES, ESU COURSES AND THE EAU EVENING
- All payments must be made in Euro
- Please note that you will be charged a higher fee when we receive payment after the stated deadlines.
- Payments can be made by credit card (secure payment page), cheque or bank transfer
- Registration will only be valid upon receipt of the full payment by the EAU Central office. A confirmation and invoice confirming registration will only be sent after receipt of the appropriate fees
- Outstanding payments must be paid on-site. A copy of the bank transfer (or other proof of payment) will be required in the event that registration fees were not credited to the congress bank account on time.
- All refunds will be handled after the congress
By cheque
Cheques must be in Euro, made payable in the Netherlands and made out to order of Congress Consultants B.V. EAU Milan 2008. All cheques must be sent with details of registration reference number and delegate's name to ensure payment is allocated to the correct registration.
Please send payment to:
Congress Consultants B.V. – EAU Milan 2008
P.O. Box 30016
6803 AA Arnhem
The Netherlands
By bank transfer
Congress Consultants B.V. – EAU Milan 2008
Account no. 65.55.01.533
IBAN: NL94INGB0655501533
Swift/ BIC: INGBNL2A
ING Bank
Enschedesestraat 43
7551 EJ Hengelo
The Netherlands
It is important that a copy of the bank transfer is sent to Congress Consultants B.V.
Congress Consultants B.V. – EAU Milan 2008
P.O. Box 30016
6803 AA Arnhem
The Netherlands
Fax: 0031 26 389 17 52
Registration reference number and delegate's name must be quoted on your bank transfer to ensure payment is allocated to the correct registration.
By credit card
AMEX, VISA and Mastercard are accepted. Online payments will be processed via a secure payment page on the EAU Milan 2008 on-line registration system.
Restaurants
From a quick snack to a gourmet meal at a fine restaurant – the choices for eating out in Milan are endlessly varied. Traditional Milanese cooking is made up of unpretentious but tasty dishes. There are numerous trattorias, inns and restaurants (including luxury ones) that offer traditional Milanese cuisine. Popular dishes include the classic Risotto alla Milanese (made with a bull-bodied beef broth), Cassouela (an extremely filling meat dish cooked with cabbage and other vegetables), and Cotoletta alla Milanese (a crunchy veal cutlet).
Don’t miss enjoying an aperitif during 'happy hour', a ritual in Milan. The local classic is a Negroni, a potent blend of bitter Campari, gin, red Martini and ice. In many bars and restaurants the aperitif is accompanied tasty appetizers including pasta salad, salami and fried stuffed olives.
Shopping
Milan is a temple of high fashion and the Milan’s famous fashion district the Quadrilateral (Via Montenapoleone, Via Sant'Andrea, Via Manzoni, Via della Spiga) is top of the list for fashion afficionados. Outside the historic centre the Corso Buenos Aires (North), Corso Vercelli (West) and Corso XXII Marzo (East) are popular for fashion shopping. Most shops open from 09.30-13.00 and 15.30-19.30, although the bigger stores stay open all day. For furniture and design, a good bet is the district around Brera. The pedestrian Via Fiori Chiari is a particularly pleasant spot for browsing galleries, with a number of good cafès along the way.
The area is also popular with antique dealers. Antique fairs are also popular at the weekends around the Naviglio Grande, along the banks of the canal. For those who prefer the bustle of street markets, Viale Papiniano (metro Sant'Agostino) is open on Tuesday mornings and all day on Saturday, while via Zanetti (metro Centrale Station) is open on Wednesday mornings.
Small Meetings
Please see "EAU rules with respect to non-official meetings on 24-31 March 2008"
Smoking policy
Smoking is prohibited inside the congress centre and the exhibition areas.
Speaker Service Centre
Only digital presentations will be accepted during the congress and all presentations should be handed in at the Speaker Service Centre at least two hours prior to the start of the session. Information for speakers as well as standard slide samples are available through this website in due time.
Transportation
All congress delegates will receive a complementary transportation pass allowing two daily free rides on all public transport during the congress.
BUS SHUTTLE SCHEDULE | ||||
Days | Time | |||
March 25th, 2008 | 08.00 - 21.00 | |||
March 26th, 2008 | 7.30 - 19.30 | |||
March 26th, 2008 | 19.30 - 21.30 | |||
March 27th, 2008 | 7.00 - 19.00 | |||
March 27th, 2008 | 19.00 - 20.00 | |||
March 28th, 2008 | 7.00 - 19.00 | |||
March 28th, 2008 | 19.00 - 20.00 | |||
March 29th, 2008 | 7.00 - 14.30 | |||
Tourist information
Tourist information will be available at the Excursion Desk in the registration area. Excursions can be booked online through the
congress website: www.aimgroup.it/2008/eau
For more information visit:
www.cityguide.travel-guides.com
www.travelplan.it/milan_guide.htm
www.citylightsnews.com
Transportation
Congress delegates will receive a transportation pass which is valid on all public transport within the City of Milan during the four days of the congress.