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December 10 – 14, 2011
E Komo Mai (Welcome) to Hawai`i!
Chosen as the site of the recognition of the 50th Anniversary of the Phytochemical Society of North America (PSNA), we are honored to invite you to share this extraordinary opportunity to network with your colleagues, present your latest research and learn from world-renowned experts while celebrating PSNA’s 50th year anniversary in one of the Greatest Living Laboratories in the world – Hawai`i’s Big Island.
Hosted by the College of Pharmacy, University of Hawai`i at Hilo, you will appreciate the joy of science while exploring the Big Island’s exquisite Outdoor Classrooms! With 11 of the world’s 13 climate zones, diverse environments and multi-cultural population, you’ll discover the wonders of the Big Island of Hawai’i as you examine the science and diversity of this unique environment.
The Fairmont Orchid, Hawai`i is the perfect conference venue for PSNA’s 2011 conference. In honor of PSNA’s 50th Anniversary, this magnificent, ocean side hotel is offering very special hotel room rates starting at $159.00 + tax. Hotel reservations are now being accepted for the PSNA Conference. Please click here to reserve your hotel room. Book early to secure the discounted rates!
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Bask on the beaches of Waikoloa, trek through Hawai`i Volcanoes National Park, examine the skies as seen by the world-class observatories dwelling on the 14,000-foot summit of Mauna Kea, touch Mother Nature in the lush rain forests and extol at the beauty of the awe-inspiring coastlines, micro-environments, and coral reefs. The grandeur of Hawai`i’s Big Island will leave you laulea (peaceful).
Learn, teach, and discover. I ku ka makemake e hele mai, hele no me ka malo`elo`e: If you wish to come do not be hesitant, for you are welcome!
We look forward to hosting you on Hawaii’s Big Island at PSNA’s 2011 conference!
Mahalo,
John M. Pezzuto, Ph.D.
Professor and Dean
College of Pharmacy
University of Hawai`i at Hilo
34 Rainbow Drive
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720
Ph: (808) 933-2909
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IWOP-11 Symposium Theme
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Symposium: “Host-Pathogen Interactions: Host Responses to Infections”
_____Speakers and tentative titles:
Chair:
_____Chair: Alan Harmsen (Montana State University, Bozeman, MO, USA), Introduction: “How Immunity Defines What it Means to be Opportunistic”
Speakers:
_____Honorine Ward (Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA), Host Responses to Cryptosporidium Infection
_____Craig Roberts (University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK) Toxoplasmosis and Neuropsychiatric Responses
_____Beth Garvey (University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA) Host Responses to Pneumocystis Infection
_____Imtiaz Khan (Georgetown University, Washington, DC, USA) Host Responses to Microsporidia Infection in the Aged
Roundtables:
- “The Future of Funding for Opportunistic Protist Research” and development of a white paper.
Chairs: Anthony Sinai (University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY) and Melanie Cushion (University of Cincinnati and VA Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH)- “Nomenclature of Pneumocystis Genes, Proteins and Other Abbreviated Terms”
Chairs: James Stringer (University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH) and Andrew Limper (Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN)
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IWOP-11 ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center Fieldtrip
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
3:00-5:30pm: ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center Fieldtrip
(Guests invited)
INCLUSIONS
- School bus transportation between Hilo Hawaiian Hotel and ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center
- Authentic Hawaiian Greeting (Cultural Protocol)
- Entry to Planetarium Show
- Tour of Exhibit Hall
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center: A unique Hawaiian voyage through Time and Space
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai‘i tells dual stories of the renowned Mauna Kea volcano, with its world-famous astronomy and rich traditions of Hawaiian culture. ‘Imiloa, which means “exploring new knowledge,” reflects both the Hawaiian voyages of discovery and the explorations of astronomy.
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Photo taken by the Gemini observatory - http://www.gemini.edu
IWOP-11 Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Fieldtrip
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
(morning conference sessions, 3/4-day Fieldtrip)
Breakfast at Hotel on Own
10:30am-5:00pm: Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park Optional Fieldtrip
THIS FIELDTRIP IS OPTIONAL
INCLUSIONS
- Transportation: Round-trip transportation from Hilo Hawaiian Hotel by Motorcoach
- Buffet Lunch at the famous Volcano House Restaurant
- Healthy snacks
- Resources: Field Interpreter Guide/Hawaiian Geologist and park rangers
- Guided tour of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park including the volcanic sulfur banks, where you’ll witness steam vents, craters, and walk through amazing lava tubes.
- Brochures and pamphlets on Hawaiian Volcanoes.
ADVISORY
Be prepared and wear sturdy covered shoes, long pants, layers and light rain gear. You may be hiking over uneven ground and steep terrain. Weather in the park continuously changes throughout the day. If you have, bring the following: sunscreen, water bottle, binoculars, and your camera in your day pack.
Medical Restrictions: All participants with medical conditions should come prepared with their own medication and knowledge about their condition. Air quality at the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park may be affected by the gas and ash that is currently being emitted from the plume of the Halema’uma’u crater.
TENTATIVE ITINERARY
10:15am:
- Bus curbside at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
10:30am:
- Depart for Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park (HVNP)
The largest and most southeastern island of the chain, Hawaii consists of five volcanoes. Kiluaea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai have erupted in the past 200 years. Kohala and Mauna Kea have not seen volcanic activity for over 5,000 years. Lo’ihi, the youngest volcano of the Hawaiian Volcanic Chain, and part of the greater Big Island edifice, is still about 1,000 meters beneath the ocean’s surface.
10:30am: HVNP Tour
- Kilauea Visitors Center
View topographical maps of HVNP and see dramatic footage of active volcanoes - ‘Iliahi Trail & Steam Vents
This 1.5 mile loop hike extends through rain forest, past steam vents and contains breathtaking views of the Kilauea Caldera, Halema’auma’u Crater, and Mauna Loa. On this hike you will have a chance to view endemic rain forest, birds, insects, steam vents, and earth-cracks. - 12:00-1:00pm – Lunch
- Jaggar Museum
The museum is the fulfillment of a dream of Dr. Jaggar, a scientist who adopted the Kilauea region as his home in 1912 and devoted his life to the study of volcanoes. As early as 1916, he proposed creating a museum to help visitors understand how volcanoes work. The Jaggar Museum contains numerous exhibits that explain the history and behavior of Hawaiian volcanoes. - Nahuku Lava Tube
This 400 year old lava tube is 600 feet long with ceilings between 10 and 30 feet. The trail takes you down into a pit crater lush with huge towering plants. As you descend, the trail becomes darker and wet with earthy smells. The trail winds around to the entrance of Thurston Lava Tube where you will walk through the tube itself, which is dimly lit with a short stair that will lead you back up to the trail.
- Devastation Trail
- Chain of Craters Road
- 4:15pm – Depart for Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
- 5:00pm – Drop off at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel
