General Information

The Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) has grown to one of the largest professional conferences for biomedical and behavioral students since its inception in 2001.  Over 2,400 individuals attended the 2007 ABRCMS including 1,288 undergraduate students, 289 graduate students, 76 postbaccalaureate students, and 35 postdoctoral scientists.

The goal of ABRCMS is to facilitate and encourage undergraduate, postbaccalaureate, and graduate level under-represented minority students to pursue advance training in the biomedical and behavioral sciences.

The 2008 ABRCMS is scheduled for November 5 - 8 in Orlando, Florida. The Exhibit Prospectus will be available May 15, 2008.

Academic institutions, organizations, foundations, professional societies and federal agencies that offer services and programs for minority students in the biomedical and behavioral sciences are invited to showcase information on fellowships, graduate programs, and student membership at the 2008 ABRCMS.

ABRCMS serves as a key stepping stone enhancing the scientific and professional development of young scientists. After participating in ABRCMS, all students are strongly encouraged to attend professional society meetings of their respective disciplines to continue their scientific and professional development.

Exhibition Hours & Times

Thursday, November 6:                      2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Friday, November 7:                          10:30 am - 12:00 noon &

                                                     3:15 pm - 6:15 pm

Saturday, November 8:                      9:15 am - 12:00 noon

Exhibition Location

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

1000 West Buena Vista Drive

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

(407) 939-1000

Exhibits will be held to coincide exclusively with poster sessions to avoid conflicts, maximize your exposure and ensure high traffic to your booth. All poster boards will be strategically placed surrounding the exhibit booths.

Exhibition Registration Fees

Premier Exhibit Booth:  $1,800

Prime Exhibit Booth:  $1,500

The only difference between premier and prime is location in the exhibition hall. Locations are indicated on the floor plan. Booths are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Exhibition Provisions

The 2008 ABRCMS exhibition registration fee includes:

• ONE conference registration, which includes all conference materials, all planned meals, closing banquet, refreshment breaks, and access to all sessions

• 10' x 10' exhibit space (8' backdrop and 3' dividers)

• 10' x 10' carpet in exhibit space

• One 6' table with skirt, two chairs and a trash can

• Identification sign in exhibit space (limited to 80 characters including spaces)

• Program description in the exhibitor guide (limited to 100 words)

• Institution URL on ABRCMS website (if provided on contract)

• Access to exhibitor lounge during exhibit hours (coffee and tea provided)

• General Security service

• Daily aisle maintenance and cleaning

Additional Information

For additional information on the 2008 Exhibition Program, please select one of the links below:

• Exhibition Eligibility

• Exhibitor Guide Advertisement

• Scientific Disciplines Represented

• Exhibition Hall Raffle

• Frequently Asked Questions

• 2008 Scheduled ABRCMS Exhibitors

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