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  Welcome December 13-18, 2002, The Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida  
Conference Focus
The focus of HIV DART 2004 is to assemble clinicians, researchers and basic scientists together to advance our knowledge of the ongoing drug development processes in antiretroviral research. HIV DART 2004 will uniquely blend the areas of biology, chemistry, pharmacology and clinical research to provide the scientific community an increased understanding of the current and future challenges in therapeutics for HIV infection.
Conference Program Highlights
The conference program includes sessions covering the following topics:
  • Drug Discovery and Development: Viral Targets
  • Drug Design: Biochemistry & Mechanism
  • Structural Biology & New Drug Development
  • Immunotherapy & Vaccines for HIV Infection
  • First-line Antiretroviral/Salvage Therapy
  • Complications of Antiretroviral Therapy: Basic to Clinical
  • HIV/Hepatitis and Other Co-infections
  • Assessing the Benefits or Damages of Treatment Interruptions
Conference Objectives
The Scientific Committee has designed the Conference program to ensure that the delegates achieve the following objectives:
  • Understand the role of viral targets in the drug development and discovery process
  • Identify novel therapeutic agents and viral targets
  • Understand the consequences of Co-infection with hepatitis on the management of patients with HIV infection
Target Audience
The Conference is open to anyone interested in HIV therapeutics. However, the content of this Conference was developed to interest primarily physicians, clinicians, scientists and clinical researchers in infectious diseases.
Sponsorship
Frontiers in Drug Development for Antiretroviral Therapies is sponsored by The Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University.
Accreditation Statement
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Credit Hour Statement
Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine Office of Continuing Medical Education designates this educational activity for a maximum 25 category 1 credits toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. Each physician should claim only those credits that he/she actually spent in the activity.
Conference Venue Information
The entire Conference will be held at the following location:

The Ritz-Carlton, Rose Hall
1 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Rose Hall
St. James, Jamaica
West Indies

Accommodation Information & Rates
Accommodations have been reserved at The Ritz-Carlton, Rose Hall. To obtain the specially discounted rates for this Conference, all reservations must be made through the Conference Secretariat. Rooms will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please complete the registration form available on this website to indicate the type of room you require.

Located on 5,000 picture-perfect acres in Jamaica's exclusive Rose Hall, The Ritz-Carlton, Rose Hall offers the seclusion of a beachfront hideaway, complete with an 18-hole championship golf course and full service Spa. The hotel offers a variety of water sports and recreational activities, and five dining outlets. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Donald Sangster International Airport, The Ritz-Carlton Golf and Spa Resort brings a new level of luxury to the island nation of Jamaica.

Please bring your family and enjoy.

Accommodation Rates (in US dollars, excluding taxes of 19.25%)

Run of House Rooms Nightly rate: $125.00

Group rates as outlined above will be in effect from December 9th until December 19, 2004. Extensions prior to or past these dates are subject to availability. Delegates with accommodation requirements that are not provided for in the above list, i.e., suites, special access, etc. should contact the Conference Secretariat at +1 248 655 0201.

Travel Information

The Ritz-Carlton, Rose Hall is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the Donald Sangster International Airport.

AIRLINES
The following airlines are providing special rates for HIV DART 2004. The following numbers are staffed by fully trained meeting specialists who will assist you or your travel agent in confirming reservations to the meeting.

Please use the toll-free numbers below (within the United States) and specify the reference number/name when making your reservation. For those outside the United States, contact the local airline ticket office and mention the reference number.

Please purchase early to ensure the greatest benefit.

Airline TelephoneNumber Reference Number/Name
Air Jamaica +1 800 523 5585 HIV DART Meeting
Delta Airlines +1 800 241 6760 204394A

AIRPORT TRANSFERS
Shuttle, chauffeured Lincoln Town Cars, limousine and taxi services are available for hire and arrangements may be made through The Ritz-Carlton Destination Management Services Department. Rates are based on one way transfer to or from The Sangster International Airport and The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort, Rose Hall.

  • Lincoln Town Car $75.00 (1-4 people)
  • Shuttle $17.50 per person
  • JCAL Taxi $25.00 (1 - 4 people)

The prices above do not include gratuity and are subject to change. To make a reservation please contact The Ritz Carlton Destination Management Services Department at +1 876 953 2800.

CAR RENTAL
There is ample parking at the hotel. If you interested in renting a car, please find the suggested car rental company in Montego Bay:

Avis: +1 876 952 0762 or email: info@avis.com.jm
Hertz: +1 876 979 0438

A valid State or provincial driver's license is required to rent a car and the renter must be over 25 years of age.

DONALD SANGSTER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, MONTEGO BAY
The Ritz Carlton Rose Hall is located on the north coast of the island of Jamaica and within a 15-minute drive of the Donald Sangster International Airport (MBJ).

Please be sure that your flight is booked to arrive at the Donald Sangster International Airport (MBJ) and NOT Kingston's Norman Manley International Airport (KIN). If you fly into the Kingston's Norman Manley International Airport (KIN) you will have to drive in excess of 4½ hours to reach the hotel.

Directions
FROM Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay

  • Exit the Airport's main drive. Turn left at the Texaco Petrol Station. (Remember to drive on the left)
  • Proceed toward the round-a-bout, then continue left unto Queen's Drive for approximately 6 miles.
  • Make no turn off, you will pass Flankers Community, Ironshore, Holiday Inn Hotel and the Half Moon Resort.
  • The Ritz-Carlton Golf & Spa Resort is the second left turn after you have passed the Half Moon Shopping Village. (Look for our well manicured lawns, and our beige colored perimeter fence.)

    **Please note that when driving in Jamaica that drivers are required to drive on the LEFT.

VISA/PASSPORT INFORMATION
All visitors to Jamaica must carry a valid passport. For those traveling with persons under the age of 16, an original birth certificate is required from the minor. For minors traveling without either a parent or legal guardian, a passport and a letter of authorization are required from their parent/legal guardian. We advise you to contact the appropriate government authorities or Consulate to your country in order to facilitate all travel and visa requirements.

During your flight, you will need to complete an Immigration and Customs Declaration form. Upon arrival at the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, you will pass through Immigration, where you will submit the Immigration Form to the Immigration Officer and a stamped copy will be returned to you. It is imperative that this stamped copy remain with the passport (or travel documents) and not be misplaced as it will be required for departure.

Once the Immigration process is complete, you will proceed to the baggage claim area, retrieve your luggage and pass through the Customs inspection area. The approved Customs Declaration form will be submitted to the Customs Officer in its entirety.

ELECTRICITY
The electrical supply in Jamaica is 110 volts/50 cycles standard, and electrical appliances use plugs that are two-pronged and flat (such as those used in the United States and Canada).

CURRENCY
The local currency is the Jamaican Dollar. However, the United States Dollar is widely accepted throughout Jamaica. An ATM machine, which dispenses US dollars, is located on the Ritz Carlton property located just outside the business center - east of the lobby.

TIPPING
Visitors should tip 15% for taxis, personal services, room service and restaurants where a service charge is not already included in the bill. Parking attendants, bellboys and porters also expect a tip; US$1 per bag/drink is customary.
Registration Information & Fees
The Organizing Committee strongly suggests that you register early to ensure your confirmation, as registration will close when the capacity of the venue is reached. Priority will be given to persons submitting an abstract.

On-line registration is available on this Conference Website. Alternatively, you may download a printable, faxable registration form. Registrations sent via E-mail cannot be accepted.

Payment of the Conference registration fee includes the following:

  • Entrance into all scientific sessions, including poster area
  • Delegate bag, including abstract book and final program
  • Welcome reception
  • Breakfasts (4) on Monday - Thursday
  • Lunches (2)
  • Conference breaks on Monday - Thursday
  • Gala Party
  • Poster Reception

Accompanying Guest Fee
Payment of the Accompanying Guest registration fee includes the following:

  • Welcome reception
  • Breakfasts (4) on Monday - Thursday
  • Lunches (2)
  • Conference breaks on Monday - Thursday
  • Gala Party
  • Poster Reception

Additional Tickets to the Gala Party
If you would like to bring a non-registered guest(s) to the Gala Party, please include $85 in your EARLY registration fee or $95 in your REGULAR registration fee. Children under the age of 17 are welcome at no additional cost (limit 2).

Early Registration (in US dollars)
Early registration must be received on or before September 24, 2004.
Conference registration fee:  $650
Accompanying guests:  $300
Additional tickets to the Gala Party: $85

Regular Registration (in US dollars)
Conference registration fee:  $750
Accompanying guests:  $345
Additional tickets to the Gala Party:  $95

Cancellation Policies

  • Please note that cancellation of registrations postmarked on or before
    OCTOBER 11, 2004 will incur no penalty.
  • Cancellation of registrations postmarked after OCTOBER 11, 2004 and on or before NOVEMBER 12, 2004 will incur a fee equivalent to 50% of the registration payment. 
  • No refund of the registration payment, including the one night's hotel deposit, will be issued for cancellations postmarked after NOVEMBER 12, 2004.
Official Language
English will be used throughout the Conference. Simultaneous translations will not be made available.
Letter of Invitation
International registrants who require a letter of invitation to obtain a travel visa may contact Informed Horizons directly by email at info@informedhorizons.com. Please include your name, address, fax number and note requesting a letter of invitation. Delegates from China should also include their passport number, date of birth and gender. All letters of invitation will be sent by fax unless otherwise requested.

Scholarship Fund
The Organizing Committee wishes to ensure that all scientists working in the HIV field are able to attend this Conference to the benefit of their future research.

Provided funds are obtained through corporate support, several partial or full scholarship funds have been created to contribute toward the costs incurred by attending this Conference. Preference will be given to those applicants who are submitting an abstract and are post-doctoral fellows, nurses, assistant professors, or a resident of a developing country.

To apply for a scholarship, please email the Conference Secretariat and include a letter from your mentor/supervisor indicating your need for a scholarship as well as a copy of your passport or driver's license.

Important Addresses
For all inquiries relating to the Conference, please contact the Conference Secretariat.
 
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