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Update to the Tuskegee Conference on the Human Genome Project
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Date: 04 Jun 1996 07:18:36 -0500 (CDT) From: edsmith@Acd.Tusk.Edu (Ed Smith) Subject: Update to the Tuskegee Conference on the Human Genome Project
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Program and Registration Information*
TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY CONFERENCE ON THE HUMAN GENOME PROJECT
Kellogg Conference Center Tuskegee University Tuskegee, Alabama September 26-28, 1996
This three-day conference, the first of its kind in the South and on a Historically Black College and University campus is organized for the purpose of increasing awareness in the African American community of the Human Genome Project (HGP). Presentations and workshop discussions by eminent and recognized leaders will focus on the technological, ethical and social aspects of the HGP with significant opportunities for interaction with students and faculty. In addition to plenary presentations, specific workshops will provide a forum for interactive discussion and exchange of ideas.
Program Aristides Patrinos (DOE): The Human Genome Project: What is it? David Botstein (Stanford University): Of Genes and Genomes Marilyn Thompson (Vanderbilt University): After the End of the Beginning: The Story of the Breast Cancer Gene Maynard Olson (University of Washington) : Genome Centers: Will They Take the Broader Biological Community With Them? Richard Cooper (Loyola University) : Genes and the Environment: Hypertension in the African Diaspora Luca Cavalli-Sforza (Stanford University): Race Differences: Genetic Evidence Patricia King (Georgetown University): The Dillemma of Difference Raymond Zilinskas (University of Maryland): Global Perspectives on the HGP: HUGO and other International Initiatives Georgia Dunston (Howard University): G-RAP: A Model HBCU Genomic Research and Teaching Program Paula Gregory (NCHGR): NCHGR Educational Programs: Increasing Awareness of the HGP Robert Yuan (University of Maryland): The Virtual Workplace: A Model Biotechnology Classroom Program Robert Murray (Howard University): The Ethics of Predictive Genetic Testing: Are the Benefits Worth the Risks Fatimah Jackson (University of Maryland): Bioanthropological and African American Concerns About the HGP Jon Beckwith (Harvard University): Genetics and Racism: Is it Ancient History or Have we seen the Future Thomas Murray (Case Western Reserve) What is This Thing We Call Genetic Discrimination? What Makes it Wrong? Arnold Dicke (American Academy of Actuaries): Insurance Concerns: Are the Fears Exaggerated
Concurrent Workshops (Eminent Panelists: academic and federal: See below)
1. Genetic Testing: Overcoming Fears and Accepting Consequences
2. Genetic Mapping Approaches: DNA Analysis Technology for Genetic and Physical Mapping ( Demonstration of PCR-based Gene Cloning, Genetic Analysis and Screening Techniques)
3. Funding Genomic Research: Is There Money for "Small" Science
4. Increasing Community Awareness of the HGP: The Role of Educators, the Church, Community, and Civic Organizations
Poster Sessions: Poster sessions will be organized every day. Please submit a half-page abstract (will be included in the published proceedings) of not more than 250 words on or before June 30, 1996. Limited Travel Support for Minority Students Presenting Posters- Not confirmed
Registration form: please clip
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CONFERENCE ON THE HUMAN GENOME PROJECT Kellogg Conference Center Tuskegee September 26-28 x Yes, I want to attend
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Travel Arrangements: DELTA AIRLINES is the official airline for the conference. To be eligible for the travel discounts, registrants should call our travel consultants PORTS OF CALL (Doris Konicoff) at 407-368-0124; fax:407-368-0890.
Room Reservations A large block of rooms has been set aside at the Kellogg Conference Center, Tuskegee University for attendees at preferred rates:Singles/Doubles:$70/$80. We suggest you make your reservations early, as the cut-off date is July 30. Rooms can be reserved directly with the hotel by calling (334)-727-3000 or toll free at (800)884-5995. Be sure to mention your participation in the Conference on the Human Genome Project. Additional hotels and Motels are available within 5 to 30 min driving distance of Tuskegee University. Please call toll free (800)884-5995 for details.
4 Easy Ways to Register 1. mail your registration form and payment to Ed Smith, 109 Milbank Hall, Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL 36088. 2. phone:(334)7278028;between 8am and 5 pm Central Standard Time 3. fax:(334)7278552 with your credit card number 4. e-mail: edsmith@acd.tusk.edu
Sponsorship and Exhibition Information To take advantage of this unique opportunity for recruitment and to exhibit your products or services to this very select audience, please contact Ed Smith at 109 Milbank Hall, Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, AL 36088; Ph:334-727-8028; fax: 727-8552; and edsmith@acd.tusk.edu for details. Sponsorship details will be provided for those interested in taking advantage of this professional marketing vehicle.
Sponsor's Liability: Should this conference be cancelled or postponed for any reason, the sponsor's liability is limited to the return of the registration fee.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations received before August 18 will be subject to a $50 service charge. No refunds after August 18, however, registrants unable to attend may, if they so wish, send in a substitute.
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WORKSHOPS
1. Genetic Testing: Overcoming Fears and Accepting Consequences Organizer: G. Smith (Tuskegee University)
Panelists Glen McGhee (University of Pennsylvania) The perfect baby: is this the future of testing? Courtney Campbell* (Oregon State University): Richard Benz (High School Teacher, Ohio): Genes R Us: letting your family and friends know Patricia Roche (Boston University): Genetic Privacy: what if they know? Vijaya Melnick (University of District of Columbia): The Brave New World of DNA: transcendence or transgressions?
2. Genetic Mapping Approaches: DNA Analysis Technology for Genetic and Physical Mapping Organizers: R. Zahorchak (Research Genetics), J. Chiu (Tuskegee University)
Demonstrators Research Genetics Inc. (Jim Hudson, Research Genetics) Animal Genetics Lab (Youqiang Song, Tuskegee University)
3. Funding Genomic Research: Is There Money for "Small" Science Organizers: W. Sapp (Tuskegee University) and Glen Malone (Tuskegee University)
Panelists Daniel Drell (DOE) Bettie Graham (NIH) Delil Naser (NSF) McKinley Mayes (USDA)
4. Increasing Community Awareness of the HGP: the role of educators, the church, and civic organizations Organizers: R. Zabawa (Tuskegee University) and Eunice Bonsi (Tuskegee University)
Panelists Ms. Dee Armstrong (TV-9, Columbus, GA): Buddy-check "9" program Bishop H. H. Brookings (AME Church): The role of the church Carlton Philip Jones (Ph.D. Candidate, Michigan State University): Students: how we can help Aleta Sullivan (Hattiesburg High School, MS): Classroom Debates: facilitating student awareness of human genetics Virginia Lapham (Georgetown University): The HUGEM Project: Educating Consumers and Health Professionals ```
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