Organizing Scientific Meetings [Paperback]

August Epple (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 13, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0521589193 | ISBN-13: 978-0521589192 | Edition: 1

In spite of new, technologically advanced means of communication, the demand for face-to-face interaction among scientists is as great as ever. In this concise, yet thorough work, the author offers invaluable guidance for organizers of all sizes of scientific meetings. With good humor and attention to detail, the author covers all critical issues that a meeting organizer must address, including program development, site and participant selection, and budget management. Throughout, author Epple, a veteran of hundreds of meetings, draws attention to many seemingly small, but crucial aspects of meeting planning ranging from name tags to fund raising. This resource will prove to be an indispensable tool for meeting organizers.

Editorial Reviews

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"I wish The Lancet had had this book when we started our own conference programme...peruse this manual with close attention." Stephanie Clark, The Lancet

"Practical advice and cautionary tales on every aspect of the job, from whether to take it on in the first place to getting the proceedings published." Science

"No detail seems to be missing from this guide...The book is bolstered by a troubleshooting guide, outlines for forms, and ideas for publishing proceedings." Science News

"Please take heart--the needed assistance for amateur scientific conference organizers is now available, in the form of one of the most useful books that has been published for scientists in many years...an excellent 'how-to' technical guide that covers all aspects of scientific meeting planning...The writing is clear and light-hearted, making for an interesting and amusing presentation...I strongly recommend that anyone considering organizing and running a scientific meeting read this book as soon as possible and carefully consider the excellent advice given in it." Walter J. Mock, BioScience

"Epple covers everything from the biggest questions--what the conference is about, where to hold it--to ludicrously small details such as the design and use of stickers. Much amusement can be derived from descriptions od past disasters..." New Scientist

"...a very good investment. Dr. Epple has written an insightful reference book that will assist all of us involvd in organizing successful meetings." Carl Hagstrom, Journal of Perinatology

"I fully agree with the statement in the precis of the book that 'If you are organizing a scientific meeting this is your indispensable guide' and should also be required reading for anyone who regularly contributes to meetings, if for no other reason than to be made aware of the incredible amount of effort involved in and specific details of meeting organization. Epple is to be commended for sharing his valuable experience." Clark Spencer Larsen, The American Journal of Human Biology

Book Description

Despite the "information revolution", there is a continuing need for personal interactions between scientists. As a result, both the number and types of scientific meetings continue to increase. This book, the first one comprehensively dealing with the topic, provides invaluable guidance to persons planning to organize a scientific event, be it a local conference or a large international congress. It points out many pitfalls and offers solutions to common problems. The topics covered include selection of venue, timing, speaker selection, social functions and fund raising with checklists provided.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press; 1 edition (April 13, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521589193
• ISBN-13: 978-0521589192
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,004,380 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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