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THE ANNALS OF MEDICAL

ENTOMOLOGY NEWSLETTER

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SPECIAL ISSUE : NOVEMBER 4, 2002

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Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF

MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY

BHOPAL (M.P.) INDIA

19 AND 20th JANUARY, 2003

ORGANIZERS

Dr. Ms. N. Kapoor, M.D.,

Associate Professor of Pathology,

Gandhi Medical College,

Bhopal (M.P.) 462001, and,

Dr. Mohammed Ali Husainy, M.B.B.S.,

The Annals of Medical Entomology,

BHOPAL (M.P.) 462001, INDIA

UNDER THE AUSPICIOUS OF

THE UNIVERSITY GRANTS COMMISSION, BHOPAL (M.P.)

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IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract Receipt Deadline : 20th December, 2002

Early Registration : 31th December, 2002

On Site Registration : 19th January, 2003

Seminar dates : 19 and 20th January, 2003

CONTACT

Dr. Mohammed Ali Husainy,

Phone (0755) 761699

Mobile : 9893003066

E-mail : zakir_bil@bsnl.in

ORGANIZING SECRETARIAT

Room No. B - 43,

Gandhi Medical College Hostel,

BHOPAL (M.P.) 462001, India.

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Invitation

Dear Sir/Madam,

On behalf of the Pathology Department of Gandhi Medical College, and, The Annals of Medical Entomology, we are happy to invite you to the Ist International Seminar of Medical Entomology in the city of lakes, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India. We believe that the Indian Medical Entomology now deserve the honour of gathering the scientists working in the field from around the world. Invitation to Bhopal, India is now extended to all of you.

He was Sir Ronald Ross (1857-1932) who first laid the foundation of medical entomology when he discovered the life cycle of the malaria parasite in mosquitoes in Secunderabad, India. Subsequently the discipline grew to such a magnitude that for the eradication of ancient curses like malaria, filaria etc., parasitologists, toxicologists, statisticians, vector biologists etc., realizing their responsibilities towards the mankind, joined the family of medical entomologists. Since then research on numerous insect borne diseases were carried out in this vast country.

It was Bhopal where on the fateful intervening night of 3rd and 4th December, 1984 the greatest disaster of most lethal MIC gas leakage occurred causing an irreparable damage to innocent women and children of citizen of India. The disaster has attracted the attention of scientists of many disciplines.

In addition, from several point of view like history, art, scientific tradition, geographic position etc. Bhopal has been selected, being the ideal place for such an important international event.

We are glad that our enthusiastic proposal has been accepted by the medical entomology and parasitology community and we hope to see you in Bhopal on 19th January, 2002.

Dr. Ms. N. Kapoor, M.D.,

Associate Professor of Pathology, Gandhi Medical College,

Bhopal (M.P.) 462001, and,

Dr. Mohammed Ali Husainy, M.B.B.S,

Editor, The Annals of Medical Entomology, and, Secretary,

Ist International Seminar of Medical Entomology at Bhopal (M.P.), India.

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LIST OF THE OFFICE BEARERS OF

THE Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY AT

BHOPAL (M.P.), INDIA FROM 19 TO 20th JANUARY, 2003

1. Dr. Mohammad Ali Husainy, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Secretary,

2. Dr. P.N. Malhotra, Scientific Committee, Gwalior (M.P.)

3. Dr. Murtuza Faizi, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Hospitality Committee,

4. Dr. Nawaid M. Ahmed, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Communication Committee

5. Dr. Kamal N. Gupta, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Press Committee,

6. Dr. K. Jain, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Local Organizing Committee,

7. Dr. Shamimul Moula, Bangla Desh : Publication Committee,

8. Dr. Habib Hasan, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Transport Committee,

9. Dr. Miss Arpita Ghosh, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Purchase Committee,

10. Dr. Ritesh Sharma, M.B.B.S., Bhopal (M.P.) : Photography Committee,

11. Prof. Awadhesh Prasad Pande, Cultural Committee, Bhopal (M.P.)

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LIST OF FOREIGN PARTICIPANTS OF

THE Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY AT

BHOPAL (M.P.) INDIA FROM 19 TO 20th JANUARY, 2003

UNITED KINGDOM

Dr. A.W. Taylor-Robinson,

School of Biology,

University of Leeds,

Leeds LS2 9JT,

UK.

MALAYSIA

Dr. Abu Hasan Ahmed,

School of Biological Sciences,

Universiti Sains Malaysia,

11800 USM,

PULAU PINANG,

Malaysia.

BANGLA DESH

Dr. Shamim ul Moula

M.B.B.S. Ph.D. Fellow, PERI Scholar (USA)

Program Coordinator

Health & Nutrition

Chinnamukul,

Bangla Desh

SINGAPORE

Jaspal Sunita Kaur (Miss)

Environmental Health Institute

National Environment Agency

Block 41, The Gemini, #03-24/28,

Science Park II ,

41 Science Park Road,

S(117610), SINGAPORE.

ETHIOPIA

Meshesha Balkew

Institute of Pathobiology

Addis Ababa University

P. O. Box 1176

Addis Ababa,

Ethiopia

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GENERAL INFORMATION OF

THE Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY AT

BHOPAL (M.P.) INDIA FROM 19 TO 20th JANUARY, 2003

Organizers : Dr. Ms. N. Kapoor, M.D.,

Associate Professor,

Department of Pathology,

Gandhi Medical College,

Bhopal (M.P.)

E-mail : nkapoorn@rediffmail.com

Phone : Office : (0755) 540768

Residence : (0755) 466495

and,

Dr. Mohammed Ali Husainy, M.B.B.S.,

Editor,

The Annals of Medical Entomology,

Post Box No. 337, HPO/TTN,

BHOPAL (M. P.) 462001, India

E-mail : anmedent@sancharnet.in

URL : http://www.anmedent.com

Phone : (0755) 761699

Mobile : 9893003066

Organizing Secretariat : Room No. B - 43,

Gandhi Medical College Hostel,

BHOPAL (M.P.) 462001, India.

Dates of the Seminar : 19 and 20 January, 2003

Language : English will be the official language of the Seminar. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

No. of plenary sessions : 4 or 5

Topics of plenary session : 1. Transmission-blocking immunity to malaria: a role for nitric oxide in modulating infectivity of Plasmodium to its Anopheles vector.

2. Changing environment resulting in increasing insect nuisance

3. Control of day biting mosquitoes through ecology

4. Biting rhythm, infection rate, host preference and insecticide susceptibility of Anopheles arabiensis in Metehara, eastern Ethiopia.

5. Insect borne diseases in Bangla Desh

6. Any other topic with the permission of the Chair.

Publication of the

Seminar Proceedings : The proceedings of the seminar shall be published in The Annals of Medical Entomology as special issue.

Post seminar field trip : One day post seminar tour on 21st January, 2003 will be arranged for visiting historical places like Tajul Masaajid (Bhopal), Sanchi, a Buddha Stupa(Vidisha), and, Bhimbetka cave paintings. The cost of tour including transport, guide charges, lunch, tea etc shall be Rs. 300.00 per person. Those interested should deposit this fees to the travel desk on 19th January, 2003.

Registration : All participants and accompanying persons shall be required to register for the seminar. Registration fees shall be as follows.

Indians_______________Foreign___

Delegates : Rs.400.00 $30.00 US

Accompanying person : Rs.300.00 $20.00 US

Students* : Rs.200.00 $20.00 US

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------*Students, postgraduate students and study grant assignees must provide a supervisor's certificate with the registration form.

Delegate registration

fee entitles to : Opening Ceremony on 19th January, 2003

Seminar kit and Programme

Abstract volume

Admittance to scientific sessions.

Cultural event on 19th January, 2003.

Closing ceremony on 20th January, 2003

Accompanying Persons'

registration fee entitles to : Suitable accommodation and hospitality with delegate

Opening Ceremony on 19th January, 2003

Cultural event on 19th January, 2003

Closing ceremony on 20th January, 2003

How to Pay : Payments must be made preferably by bank cheque payable to the Secretary, Ist International Seminar of Medical Entomology and sent to the Organizing Secretariat, Room No. B - 43, Gandhi Medical College Hostel, BHOPAL (M.P.) 462001, India.

Lunches and Refreshments : Lunches, snacks and one dinner of intervening night will be free.

Certificate of Attendance : The certificate of attendance will be available for all registered participants at the Secretariat desk.

Passport and Visas : Foreign participants are strongly advised to make their own arrangements with respect to entering India.

Insurance : The seminar fees DO NOT include provisions for the insurance of the participants against personal accidents, sickness, theft or property damage. This applies to any event held during the seminar period. Participants are advised to take out whatever insurance they consider necessary.

Weather and Clothing : During January the weather of Bhopal is cool with temperatures averaging from 25ºC to 27ºC (Max.) during the day and between 10ºC and 12ºC (Min.) at night with an average 40 percent of humidity (range being 55% morning, 35% noon and 30% evening). Light woollen clothing is recommended; do not forget to bring a light woollen jacket. No formal dress is required for the seminar events.

Banking : Money can be easily exchanged at the State Bank of India, International Banking Division, New Market, Bhopal. Traditional banking hours are Monday through Friday 11.00 a.m. to 02.30 p.m. On Saturdays working hours are from 11.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Banks are closed on Sundays. Some automatic exchanging machines are located outside the major banks to provide 24 hour service. Many hotel and shops accept credit cards and foreign currencies such as US dollars, etc. although the exchange rate may be slightly less favourable.

Shopping : Opening hours of the market are 9.00 am to 8.00 p.m. All shops of the old Bhopal city are closed on Sundays while the new market shops are closed on Mondays.

Electricity : Electrical current in India is 230 volts, 50 cycle AC. Indian outlets only accept round prong plugs. Appliances designed to operate on 110/120 volts need a voltage converter and a plug adapter.

Travel Desk : A travel desk will be operating at the Secretariat during business hours for those who need to reconfirm or change return trips or to extend their stay in Bhopal or in India. Participants are advised to book their to and fro tickets well in advance to prevent any embarrassment.

Bhopal is well connected by road with all metropolitan cities of India. A large number of trains are available for journey to Bhopal and back. Bhopal is also having one daily flight for Delhi and Mumbai.

Car rentals will be possible at this desk.

Mail and Telex: During the seminar, mails to participants should be addressed to : the Secretary, Ist International Seminar of Medical Entomology and sent to the Organizing Secretariat : Room No. B - 43, Gandhi Medical College Hostel, BHOPAL (M.P.) 462001, India.

The Annals of Medical Entomology, P. B. No. 337, TTN/ H.P.O., Bhopal (MP) 462001, India. E-mail : <zakir_bil@bsnl.in>, Telephone : 0755 - 761699

Mobile : 9893003066

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PROGRAMME OF THE Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY AT BHOPAL, INDIA FROM 19 TO 20th JANUARY, 2003

DATE : 19th JANUARY, 2003

TIME 9.00 TO 10.00 10.15 TO 12.15 12.15 TO 13.00 13.15 TO 15.15

EVENT OPENING PLENARY LUNCH PLENARY

CEREMONY LECTURE I BREAK LECTURE II

TIME 15.15 TO 15.30 15.30 TO 17.30 20.00 TO 23.00

EVENT TEA BREAK PLENARY CULTURAL NIGHT

LECTURE III AND DINNER

DATE : 20th JANUARY, 2003

TIME 9.00 TO 11.00 11.15 TO 13.15 13.15 TO 14.00

EVENT PLENARY PLENARY LUNCH

LECTURE IV LECTURE V BREAK

TIME 14.15 TO 16.15 16.15 TO 16.30 16.30 TO 17.30

EVENT PLENARY TEA CLOSING

LECTURE VI BREAK CEREMONY

NOTE : SOME DEVIATION IN THE TIMINGS AND EVENT IS POSSIBLE

WITH PERMISSION OF THE CHAIR

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THE Ist INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR OF MEDICAL ENTOMOLOGY AT

BHOPAL (M.P.) INDIA FROM 19 TO 20th JANUARY, 2003

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Address :...............................................................................................................................

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Accommodation required : Yes/No Type of meals preferred : Vegetarian/Non vegetarian

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Mode of payment of registration fees : Cash/Cheque/Draft/Other

Amount Paid :......................................................................................................................

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