Invitation from IPRED Chairman

 Dear colleagues,

 In the last decade we have witnessed severe emergency events that have occurred worldwide, presenting great challenges. Hurricane Sandy has taught us that no system is immune to the devastating effects of natural disasters; it inflicted fatal damages to medical facilities, necessitating the evacuation of several hospitals. Manmade conflicts in several locations, including operation "Pillar of Defense" involving Israel and Gaza, have displayed the significant impact on civilian populations. Providing an effective response to the variable emergencies frequently necessitates local, regional and international collaboration.

Keynote Speakers

	Prof.Dr. Albert D.M.E. Osterhaus,  As professor of Virology and head of the department of Virology at Erasmus MC Rotterdam, and as professor of Wildlife Virology and Virus Discovery at Utrecht University, Ab Osterhaus has a long standing track record as scientific researcher and PI/coordinator of numerous major collaborative projects. At the Erasmus MC hospital, he runs the >40 persons diagnostic virology lab and the > 100 persons virology research lab. His state-of-the-art research program follows a novel integrated “viroscience” concept, bringing together world leading scientists in the fields of molecular virology, immunology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, and intervention studies on human and animal virus infections. This innovation-driven environment has evolved into a highly competitive top “viroscience” lab. Major performances under his scientific leadership include the discovery of more than 20 new viruses of humans and animals or new hosts for known viruses (e.g. human metapneumovirus, coronaviruses, influenza viruses), the elucidation of the pathogenesis of major human and animal virus infections, and the development of novel intervention strategies. These include strategies for AIDS, viral hepatitis, influenza, and other major respiratory infections. Discoveries of Osterhaus’ team have enabled health authorities to effectively combat outbreaks of diseases like SARS and H7N7/ H5N1 influenza. The spin-off, ViroClinics Biosciences BV, is yet another socially relevant success as it allows effective testing and refining of diagnostic tools and other intervention strategies. While he continues to recruit talented researchers and attract national and international funding, he actively participates in experimental design and laboratory work, passing on his expertise to new generations of researchers. In addition, Prof Osterhaus is a member of the Royal Dutch Academy of Sciences, shares his knowledge to the benefit of society by accepting the role of advisor in several national and international public health committees, and his lab is a WHO reference lab for influenza and exotic viruses. In the past five years, besides being PI of major multi-million research programs from Dutch governmental organizations (e.g. NGI, NOW, TI-Pharma, ministries) Osterhaus and his team have successfully acquired numerous international prestigious research grants from EU FP7 and ERC programs, NIH, Bill and Melinda Gates and WHO. The numerous international awards and prizes he received, his invitations for guest lectures, his (co-)organisership of major international meetings and his editorship of international scientific journals further demonstrate the international recognition of his work. He has acted as PhD mentor for more than 50 students, and holds several key patents. Most of all, Ab Osterhaus firmly believes scientists have a role to play in society by translating their knowledge for the benefit and protection of the people.
	Christopher J. Kramer,  Decision and Information Sciences, Argonne National Laboratory Christopher Kramer is a versatile communication expert with over 30 years of experience in the industry. He is a nationally known Risk and Crisis Communication expert who has assisted hundreds of local, state, and federal agencies in the U.S. in preparing for how to effectively communicate during a time of crisis. He works for Argonne National Laboratory developing material to enhance message delivery by elected leaders, public officials, scientists, and technical experts during a time of crisis. He also provides training, exercise support, and product development to the U.S. Government including the Department of the Army, Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Agency, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Department of Homeland Security. He served for ten years as Public Information Officer for the State of Utah Department of Public Safety and was responsible for coordinating and managing all public relations / internal communication functions for multiple divisions including the Highway Patrol, Fire Marshal's Office, Crime Laboratory, Criminal Investigation Bureau, Emergency Management Office, and Police Academy. He was responsible for public information and crisis communication on multiple programs and high profile events including the U.S. Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program, natural disasters, multi-fatality traffic incidents, criminal activity, and special enforcement actions. He also served as Lead Public Information Officer for security at the 2002 Olympic Winter Games. Christopher serves as an adjunct instructor for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute in Emmitsburg, Maryland, providing week long instruction for public information officers from around the globe including materials on news conference preparation and presentation, risk and crisis communication methodology, news interview skills, joint information system/center development and application, and social media usage during times of crisis. He is the co-author/primary subject matter expert of FEMA’s Public Information Officer Awareness course (G289), Basic PIO course (G290), Joint Information System/Center (JIS/JIC) Planning for Tribal, State, and Local Public Information Officers (G291), Advanced PIO: Health and Hospital Emergencies (MGT902), Public Information & Warning (E/L 105), Advanced Public Information Officer Course (E388) and is featured in National Incident Management System Public Information Systems (IS702). He has B.S. in Communication from the University of Utah and an M.A. in Communication from Marist College in New York. Christopher started with a career in broadcast news and performance that spanned ten years and five states and won numerous awards. In his spare time he hangs out with his wonderful wife, tries to understand his teenage daughter, takes his obnoxious dogs for hikes, watches zombie movies, reads bad science fiction, and continues his search to find the perfect donut.

Accommodation

Hilton Tel Aviv –Conference venue

 

Submission Info

Abstract Submission Instructions

• Abstract submission closes: July 31, 2013

• Last day for abstract acceptance notification: September 30, 2013

•  Presenters of accepted abstracts are required to register for the conference before      November 15th, 2013.
• By submitting this proposal you confirm that your presentation has not been previously published or presented at an international meeting within 90 days of the IPRED conference.
• The decision on acceptance of proposals for oral or poster presentations will be made by the IPRED Scientific Committee that consists of leading professionals from local and international healthcare and academic organizations. 
• Presentersand participants are kindly requested to reserve the Congress dates, of January 12-15,2014, in their calendars until they receive notification of submission outcomes. 
• The invitation to submit an abstract does not constitute an offer to pay travel, accommodation or registration costs associated with the conference. No speaker fee will be paid to applicants that will present their work.

•   Be submitted in English.
•  Be single spaced, clear and legible
•  Have correct and full contact information of presenting author upon submission, including  email and phone numbers.
•  Be submitted electronically no later than July 31^st, 2013.
•   Contain the following headings: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
•   Include up to 6 keywords as well as indication of relevance to one of the conferences' tracks
•  The text of the abstract should not exceed 300 words.
•   Abbreviations should be defined when first used and kept to a minimum.
•   Include a short bio of presenting author not exceeding 100 words.
•   NOTE: No graphs or images in any format will be accepted.

All abstracts will be reviewed by a minimum of 4 IPRED Scientific Committee members using a standardized evaluation form. The reviewers will be blinded to the authors’ name(s) and institutional affiliation(s)

Abstracts will be selected for oral or poster presentation. 

Notification of acceptance of abstract will be sent by email by September 30, 2013.

 Acknowledgment of Receipt and Notification of Acceptance:

• Acknowledgment of receipt of all abstracts will be made by the IPRED organizing committee by e-mail.
• Notification of abstracts accepted for presentation (oral or poster) will be sent by e-mail no later thanSeptember 30, 2013.

Authors are requested to note on their abstract its applicability to one of the following topics:

• Adjusted standards and protocols in disaster medicin
• Community and municipal authorities in emergencies & disaste
• Cyber terrorism and its implications onhealth services preparedness
• Decision making in emergencies & disasters
• Disaster Scene investigation
• Disease outbreaks and epidemics,prevention and control
• Emergencies & disasters nursing
• Emergencies & disasters management – Command, Control, Coordination & Communication
• Emergency medicine in mass gatherings
• Emerging, conventional and CBRNe threats
• Ethics in emergencies & disasters
• Evaluation of emergency preparedness & response
• Healthcare planning & optimization in emergencies & disasters
• Human resource utilization during disasters
• Information systems in emergencies & disasters
• International humanitarian aid 
• Leadership in emergencies & disasters
• Lessons learned from recent emergencies & disasters
• Logistic management of emergencies & disasters
• Maintaining public health following emergencies
• Managing acute stress reactions following emergencies
• Military and civilian collaboration during emergencies
• Natural disasters
• Political considerations in emergency preparedness
• Promoting population & systems' resilience
• Risk assessment & vulnerability reduction
• Risk communication, social media, and public behavior in emergencies & disasters
• Safety and security of medical facilities
• Search and Rescue operations during disasters
• Surveillance & monitoring systems 
• Training and exercises to promote emergency preparedness T
• Triage systems and mechanisms during disaster                                                                                       
• Technological innovations to facilitate disaster medicine
• Volunteers in emergencies & disasters

Exhibition & Sponsorship Opportunities

The exhibition space will be located within the conference and breaks space at our hosting venue to assure maximum possible opportunities for contact with the participants.

All participants are invited to view the exhibition during the hours 09:00-18:00, on Monday and Tuesday, 13-14th January 2014 

Organization Name : The Israeli Ministry of Health and the Home Front Command

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