5th INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC SYMPOSIUM
ON TOURETTE SYNDROME
NYC JUNE 12-13 2009

Symposium Description
As part of its mission to identify current research advances, disseminate them among the scientific and medical communities, and establish networks of basic and clinical scientists, the Tourette Syndrome Association Inc.(TSA) is proud to sponsor the 5th International Scientific and Clinical Symposium on Tourette Syndrome. As with the four previous symposia convened by the TSA, this meeting will provide a forum for updating current research findings for both basic scientists and clinical researchers as well as allied medical practitioners.

Since the last Symposium convened in 2004, significant advances have been made in understanding the basic underpinnings of Tourette Syndrome (TS) as well as in the application of new and refined approaches to clinical care. The biological and medical literature on Tourette syndrome has grown exponentially. Because TS research depends on findings from many research disciplines, information flow and communication across disciplines are vital for the continued efficient and effective study and treatment of this disorder. This Symposium will serve as a highly effective venue for such cross-disciplinary communication. The program includes an expert faculty that will present on genetics, neuroimaging, neuropathology, clinical trials (medication and non-medication), epidemiology, neurophysiology, neuroimmunology and descriptive/diagnostic clinical science. The Symposium will set the agenda for future TS research efforts and improved clinical care.


CME Acreditation
Physicians
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of The Institute for the Advancement of Human Behavior-A Medical Education Company (IAHB-Amedco) and the Tourette Syndrome Association). The IAHB-Amedco is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA PRA Statement
The IAHB-Amedco designates this educational activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses and other allied medical professionals should contact their respective licensing agencies to determine whether attendance at this meeting will provide continuing education hours to meet their licensing requirements.


Target Audience
• Basic scientists
• Physicians (general medicine)
• Pediatricians
• Family Practice
• Neurologists
• Psychiatrists
• Internists
• Psychologists
• Nurse Practitioners
• Mental Health Therapists
• School Psychologists
• School Nurses
• Social Workers
• Clinical investigators

Poster Presentations
To encourage the broadest possible exchange of recent findings relevant to Tourette Syndrome, registered participants were invited to submit abstracts for poster presentations. The program includes a formal poster session when presenters will have the opportunity to stand by their posters. The deadline for poster abstract submission was May 8, 2009. Abstracts are subject to review by a committee; accepted submissions are given a poster assignment number. Abstracts will be published in the Symposium syllabus.

* Fees include symposium syllabus and all meals on June 12 and 13, including the reception and banquet



Online Registration is Now Closed - Please Register On Site

Registrations received prior to 9:00AM EDT on June 8, 2009 will be included in the Symposium Attendee Roster. Registrations received after this time will be treated as on-site registrations and contact details will be circulated to delegates after the Symposium.

Cancellation A full refund of registration fees will be made if cancellation is made on or before April 9, 2009; $50 fee if cancelled between April 10th to April 30th; $100 fee if cancelled May 1st to June 5th. Sorry, no refunds after June 5th. In order to process refunds, written notification of cancellation is required.


Scholarships
Minority Scholarships - The Tourette Syndrome Association (TSA) is aware that Tourette Syndrome is under-diagnosed in many minority communities. In an effort to provide opportunities for improved treatment to these groups, the TSA is offering a limited number of scholarships to encourage medical and scientific professionals from these populations to attend the 5th International Scientific Symposium on TS.
Scholarships will cover the registration fee for the Symposium. However because our resources are modest, scholarship recipients will be responsible for their hotel and traveling expenses.
Closing date for applications is May 8, 2009. Applicants will be notified by e-mail on the outcome of their applications.
Applications are now closed for this scholarship program..

Early Career Scholarship - TSA plans to provide a limited number of partial scholarships to those investigators who are actively involved in TS Research but who may not be fully established in their careers.
Applications are now closed for this opportunity.
Applicants will be notified by e-mail whether or not they have been chosen to receive a scholarship.
Successful applicants will be expected to give a brief oral presentation (2-3 minutes) on their posters.


Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities
Exhibit Opportunities - Pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, medical publishers and service providers are invited to exhibit at the Symposium.

Cost for standard exhibit table: $1,500.
Additional exhibit space is available upon request. Please contact us for pricing.

If you would like to exhibit at the Symposium, or require additional information please contact Mark Levine, Vice President, Development at (718) 224-2999 extension 230, or email to mark.levine@tsa-usa.org.

Sponsorships Opportunities
Symposium Underwriter $250,000
Symposium Sponsor $100,000
Friday Banquet $75,000
Medical Student & Resident Scholarship Awards $50,000
Poster Session including Reception $25,000
Saturday Luncheon $25,000
Saturday Continental Breakfast $15,000
Sunday Special Family Program $15,000
Refreshment Breaks (Each of 3) $10,000

Any company buying a sponsorship of $10,000 or more, is entitled to an exhibit table at no cost.

Sponsors will be appropriately listed in the symposium program and acknowledged by signage at the event.

For additional information concerning all sponsorship opportunities, or for information about other ways you can help support the 5th International Scientific Symposium on Tourette Syndrome, please contact Mark Levine, Vice President, Development at (718) 224-2999 extension 230, or email to mark.levine@tsa-usa.org.


Post-Symposium Forum
At the close of the 5th International Scientific Symposium on Tourette Syndrome, national TSA is sponsoring a special Post-Symposium Forum. Attendees will have a unique opportunity learn about the most current information available on TS treatments and research. The presenters will also be available to answer questions from the audience during the question and answer period which will follow each presentation. Click here for more information and registration for the Post-Symposium Conference only.

If you wish to contact us about the Symposium, please email us at 5thintl@ix.netcom.com