IMPORTANT DATES
February 17, 2010
Abstract Submission Begins
Online Workshop Registration Opens
Hotel Room Block Opens
April 21, 2010
Deadline for Hotel Reservations at Special Rate
Abstract Submission Deadline
April 30, 2010
Workshop Registration Deadline
GENERAL WORKSHOP INFORMATION
The 4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop will be held May 20–22, 2010 at The New
York University (NYU) Langone Medical Center in New York City. This workshop will provide a
forum for research scientists to discuss the application of systems biology approaches to issues in
radiation biology, radiation protection, and radiotherapy.
Systems radiation biology is a new field that addresses classic problems in radiation biology by
integrating the biology of DNA damage with extracellular signaling pathways and transcriptional
regulatory networks in a multicellular organism. Computational models of complex mechanisms that
provide experimentally testable predictions are beginning to provide a better understanding of health
risks such as cancer and degenerative disease.
Workshop attendance is limited and registration is required for all attendees.
Workshop Location:
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016-6402
Schwartz Hall F
(entrance on 30th Avenue)
Workshop Web Site: www. dsls.usra.edu/meetings/sysradbio2010
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4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
Organizing Committee
Mary Helen Barcellos-Hoff, New York University (Committee Chair)
Allan Balmain, University of California, San Francisco
David Brenner, Columbia University
Francis Cucinotta, Johnson Space Center, NASA
Lynn Hlatky, Tufts University
Herwig Paretzke, GSF-National Research Center for Environment and Health
Noelle F. Metting, Office of Biological and Environmental Research, DOE
Ohtsura Niwa, Kyoto University
Eric G. Wright, University of Dundee
Logistics Committee
Gail Pacetti, Workshop Coordinator
Kay Nute and Kellie Rogers
Universities Space Research Association, Division of Space Life Sciences
Preliminary Program
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
6:00 – 7:00 pm
Welcome Reception and Pre-Registration
Affinia Manhattan Hotel
Thursday, May 20, 2010
11:00 – 12:30 pm
Registration
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Plenary Session 1 –
Issues in Radiation Biology
Underlying Human Health Effects
David Brenner, Columbia University
Francis Cucinotta, NASA Johnson Space Center
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Plenary Session II - System Genetics
Allan Balmain, University of California, San Francisco
David Threadgill, University of North Carolina
Vivian Cheung, University of Pennsylvania
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
3:00 – 3:30 pm
Coffee Break
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Plenary Session III – Multiscale Modeling
Mark Little, Newcastle University
Ricard Sole ,ICREA-Complex Systems Lab
David Fell, Oxford University
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
5:00 – 5:30 pm
2 Selected Abstract Presentations
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Welcome to NYU Reception
(continued on page 3)
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Smilow Auditorium
4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
Friday, May 21, 2010
9:00 – 10:30 am
Plenary Session IV – Radiation Effects on Stem Cells
Lynn Hlatky, Tufts University
Hiroshi Haeno, Kyushu University
Rob Coppes, University of Groningen
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
10:30 – 10:45 am
1 Selected Abstract Presentation
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
10:45 – 11:00 am
Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:00 pm
Plenary Session V –
Integrated Response to Radiotherapy
Silvia Formenti, New York University
John Kirkpatrick, Duke University
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
12:00 – 12:30 pm
1 Selected Abstract Presentation
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
12:30 – 2:00 pm
Lunch
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Plenary Session VI –
Deregulation of Hematopoiesis in Leukemia
Eric Wright, University of Dundee
Tony Whetton, University of Manchester
James DeGregori, University of Colorado
3:30 – 4:00 pm
Coffee Break
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Plenary Session VII – CNS Responses to Radiation
Lee Goldstein, Boston University
Wenbiao Gan, New York University
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
5:30 – 6:00 pm
1 Selected Abstract Presentation
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
7:30 – 9:30 pm
Evening Event
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
New York Academy of
Sciences
Saturday, May 22, 2010
8:30 – 10:00 am
Plenary Session VIII –
Cancer as an Emergent Phenomenon
Mary Helen Barcellos-Hoff, New York University
Geoff Wahl, Salk Institute
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
10:00 – 10:30 am
1 Selected Abstract Presentation
NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
10:30 – 11:00 am
Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:30 pm
Integrating Radiation Effects to Predict Risk:
Round Table Discussion
12:30 pm
Adjourn
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NYU Langone Medical Center
(Schwartz Auditorium F)
4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
Advanced Registration is required for this Workshop. Due to space limitations, registration is on a first
come, first served basis. The registration deadline is Friday, April 30, 2010.
REGISTRATION FEE
Full Registration ..................................................$185.00
Includes: Program, Abstract Book, Badge, Access to all Scientific Sessions, Coffee
Breaks and Evening Events.
CANCELLATION POLICY
A refund (less an $10.00 processing fee) will be given to any registrant who submits a cancellation
notice via e-mail by 5:00 p.m. Central Time Friday, April 30th. However, we will be unable to refund
any portion of the registration fess for cancellations received after this date and time. All refunds will be
processed after the conclusion of the Workshop.
For additional registration information contact the Workshop Registrar
Kellie Rogers (phone: 281-244-2011; fax: 281-244-2006; e-mail: kellierogers@dsls.usra.edu).
ABSTRACT AND PRESENTER INFORMATION
Abstract Deadline, Wednesday, April 21, 2010
5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time
SUBMIT ABSTRACTS BY E-MAIL TO INFO@DSLS.USRA.EDU
Please include “SysRadBio2010” in the subject line of your e-mail.
Abstract Instructions
NOTE: Only a few submitted abstracts will be selected for presentation.
Abstracts will be published in a Workshop Abstract Volume with the Program and Participant List.
We ask that you submit your abstract in PDF format. This will give you more control over the quality of
your published abstract. Be sure to set your preferences to embed the fonts in the PDF document. If you
are unable to comply with this request to submit your abstract file in PDF format, please contact Kellie
Rogers at 281-244-2011 or e-mail info@dsls.usra.ed for further information.
General Abstract Formatting Instructions
Abstracts should be formatted to fit on 8.5" x 11" paper with 1" margins on all sides. Abstracts should
be no longer than one single-spaced page; up to two additional pages of supporting material, such as
charts, graphs, text, and figures, may accompany the abstract. The font should be 10 pt Times New
Roman. The abstract title should be bold and centered at the top of the page.
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4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
Abstract Instructions (Continued)
The names of all authors should be in caps and lower case, followed by their addresses in caps and lower
case. Both author names and addresses should be centered. First level titles should be all caps; second
level titles should be caps and lower case. Please refer to the template for exact placement. The abstract
file MUST include the title, authors, and affiliations.
Paper Size and Fonts
Please set up your source file so that your submitted abstract is formatted for U.S. letter size (8.5" x
11".) Please use Times New Roman for text; Symbol for mathematical symbols and Greek letters.
Abstract Template
Download the sample abstract from the workshop website and using the format illustrated in the
sample, prepare your abstract for submission. You are responsible for the formatting and appearance of
your abstract. Figures and tables must be in digital format and placed in the file. We recommend that
you use image file formats that provide acceptable resolution without being overly large (i.e., use a 700
KB GIF file rather than a 2-MB TIFF file). Hard copy line drawings AND photographs can be easily
converted to high quality digital format using ordinary flatbed scanners and accompanying software.
Oral Presentation Details
We expect to notify selections for oral presentation by May 3, 2010
A PC laptop, LCD projector and speaker remote will be available for presentation of oral talks during
the scientific sessions. In order to facilitate a smooth transition between speakers, we will preload and
test all presentations in advance. Therefore, we ask that you provide us your PowerPoint presentation on
a CD-ROM or flash drive at the Workshop Registration Desk upon your arrival at the workshop.
Please include your last name in the naming of your presention file. To aid the preloading process,
please create a folder on your flash drive/CD called "ISBW " and place your PowerPoint presentation
in that folder.
Hardware And Software Specifications — The plenary room will be equipped with the following
minimum hardware and software. If you anticipate the need for any other software for your presentation,
please notify USRA immediately by e-mail to info@dsls.usra.edu.
PC Hardware:
One PC laptop with Intel Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or
better; Memory: 2 GB; Video: 1024×768 at 24-bit
color depth
PC Software:
Operating System: Windows XP Professional
Microsoft Office 2007 (including PowerPoint
2007); Internet Explorer 8.0, Windows Media
Player 11.0; QuickTime 7 Pro, Adobe Acrobat
Reader 9.1
Internet connectivity will NOT be available, so please plan accordingly.
For additional details on preparing your oral presentation, please review the technical suggestions and
guidelines provided on the workshop website.
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4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Detailed information on how to get to New York University’s Langone Medical Center is located
on the university web site at www.med.nyu.edu/contact/directions/.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
A block of rooms has been secured at the special rate of $259.00 (single or double occupancy) for
workshop participants at the Affinia Manhattan Hotel located at 371 Seventh Avenue in New York
City. Workshop participants may reserve hotel lodging by contacting the hotel directly via phone or email.
Affinia Manhattan Hotel
371 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001
Phone: 212-563-1800
RESERVATIONS: 1-866-AFFINIA (866-233-4642) OR reservations@affinia.com
Group Code: International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
Cut-Off Date: Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Reservation requests received after 5pm local time on the cut-off date will be accepted based on
availability at the Hotel’s prevailing rate. Please secure your hotel reservations EARLY!
Reservation Procedures
The secure your reservation, please call or e-mail the hotel directly at 1-866-AFFINIA (866-233-4642)
or reservations@affinia.com. Please be sure to identify yourself as part of the International Systems
Radiation Biology Workshop group to guarantee the special group rate.
Reservation Guarantee
All reservations must be guaranteed by a valid major credit card. Please Note: FULL PRE-PAYMENT
of lodging will be charged on the guaranteeing credit card at the time of reservation -- 100 Percent of
this deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.
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(212) 685-3060
(212) 448-0888
(212) 299-7000
(212) 685-7700
(212) 661-2100
(212) 726-9538
4th International Systems Radiation Biology Workshop
May 20-22, 2010
NYU Langone Medical Center
550 1st Avenue, NY, NY 10016
AIRPORT AND GROUND TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Airport Information
Air travelers should make their connections to the Workshop via one of the following airports:
o John F. Kennedy International Airport ( www.panynj.gov/airports/JFK.html )
o La Guardia Airport ( www.panynj.gov/airports/laguardia.html )
o Newark Airport ( www.panynj.gov/airports/newark-liberty.html )
Train, Bus, Subway Information
New York Penn Station
8th Ave betwwen 31st Street and 33rd Street, New York, NY 10001
Grand Central Station ( http://grandcentralterminal.com/ )
87 E 42nd Street, New York, NY 10017
MTA Long Island Rail Road ( http://www.mta.info/lirr/ )
MTA Subway (http://www.mta.info/nyct/maps/submap.htm )
Private Transportation
Want to schedule a private car? Just use Google to locate Private Car Services in the New York
City / Manhattan area.
Tran-Star Executive Transportation (http://www.tranexec.com/ContactUs.aspx )
RESERVATIONS: 800-894-7827 or customerservice@tranexec.com
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