20th Annual Advanced Imaging Methods Workshop

Description

The Advanced Imaging Methods Workshop is a 3-day event focused on new and emerging optical microscopy techniques and their applications with a special focus on time-resolved techniques hosted by the CRL Molecular Imaging Center. This workshop brings together internationally-renowned researchers in a wide variety of fields, including biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, probe design, cellular biology, neuroscience, optics, and more. Past speakers have included 6 Nobel Laureates: Roger Tsien, WE Moerner, Stephen Hell, Eric Betzig, Steven Chu, and Carolyn Bertozzi.

In addition to invited talks from leaders in the field, AIM also includes vendor tables, real lab demonstrations on campus, and a tour of UC Berkeley state-of-the-art imaging facilities. This year will also include a poster session and an evening reception, as well as lunch on-site, coffee breaks, and plenty of time for interactions among participants.

For Speakers, Agenda, and More information, please see: https://crl.berkeley.edu/molecular-imaging-center/meetings-and-short-courses/

Limited supply early bird ticket sales prices October 18th through November 30th.

Student: $100

Postdoc: $200

Academic/Nonprofit: $350

Corporate: $650

 

FAQs

Can I present a poster? 

Absolutely! Please see poster submission information at this link. While all attendees can present a poster, only student presenters are eligible for a poster prize.

Will there be instrument demonstrations? 

Absolutely!

List of demonstrations and sign-up coming soon!

What is your conference code of conduct? 

The Organizers of AIM are dedicated to a harassment-free conference experience for all attendees. We expect everyone (Speakers, Sponsors, Students, Volunteers, etc.) to conduct themselves with professionalism at all times. For a more detailed description, please see this link: https://crl.berkeley.edu/conference-conduct/

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

We recommend taking BART (https://www.bart.gov/) or other public transit if possible to this conference. There is valet parking only at the Residence Inn (conference location) for $54/day at this time.

Public parking information can be found here: https://www.cityofberkeley.info/parking/

What is included in registration price?

Registration includes access to all talks, on-site seminars, and vendor fairs. It also includes morning coffee and pastries and gourmet lunch each day, as well as 2 evening receptions Wednesday and Thursday nights. Alcoholic beverages are available for those 21 and over at the evening receptions. Coffee breaks are scheduled throughout the day. Registration also includes the ability to present a poster. Only student presenters are eligible for a poster prize. Only non-sponsors are eligible to win a prize at the vendor fair drawing. All registrants may attend the off-site demonstrations as well. Please note there is 10 minute walking distance to the off-site locations. 

How can I contact the organizers with any questions?

Please fill out the inquiry form here, and you will hear from one of the organizers.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes, please bring a copy of your ticket for fastest check-in!