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he 39th Annual Meeting of the Association of Genetic Technologists will challenge you with a wide variety of genetics content while you enjoy the picturesque beauty of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Our 39th Annual Meeting boasts an outstanding program filled with a variety of workshops and education sessions that will meet your needs for biochemical genetics, cytogenetics and molecular genetic knowledge. We are also proud to host many cutting edge vendors that would love to show you their new products and toys! The city of Louisville, Ky., is the home of the AGT 39th Annual Meeting. As you may know, Louisville is best known for being the location of the Kentucky Derby horse race. The Kentucky Derby is the first of a series of three races that makes up the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing. If visiting the horse track is not your thing, you can also tour historic “Old Louisville.” This Victorian neighborhood is the largest historic preservation of these types of homes and buildings in the United States. Louisville also offers a wide variety of museums and cultural centers. The Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory is a grand slam of baseball history and features a 60+ foot baseball bat! The Louisville Science Center features many interactive, hands-on exhibits and the Muhammad Ali Center has the largest collection of boxing memorabilia from this famous Louisville native. Louisville is also home to many parks and recreation areas for you to enjoy the lush landscapes of the “Falls of Ohio.” Come join us in June at the 39th Annual Meeting of the Association of Genetic Technologists. We are really looking forward to seeing you at the meeting and hope you meet many new genetic contacts and friends! Genetically Yours,
Louisville photos courtesy of Louisville Convention & Visitors Bureau
39th Annual Meeting Program Directors Jason Yuhas, Annual Meeting Director Adam Sbeiti, Annual Meeting Co-Director
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The Association of Genetic Technologists (AGT), founded in 1975, is a non-profit professional organization established to promote cooperation and exchange of information among those engaged in classical cytogenetics, molecular and biochemical genetics, and to stimulate interest in genetics as a career. Approximately 1,200 technologists, supervisors and lab directors who are members of AGT comprise a network of dedicated professionals who share a common bond: an interest in genetics.
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The 39th Annual Meeting provides opportunities to earn continuing education credits and to develop professional contacts in the everexpanding areas of clinical and research genetics. Scientific general sessions and pre-conference workshops offer participants the opportunity to learn about current and up-andcoming topics of interest in genetics. Poster and platform presentations allow attendees the opportunity to observe and ask questions about the research efforts of others as well as to receive continuing education credit. The Exhibit Hall features vendors displaying the latest laboratory equipment, supplies and methodologies.
Who Should Attend? Registration for AGT’s 39th Annual Meeting is open to members, non-members, students and single-day attendees. Please see the registration form at the end of this brochure for details on deadline dates and fees.
Quotes from attendees of AGT’s 38th Annual Meeting: “This was my first AGT meeting, and many of the lectures made me think about and appreciate my job more. This meeting reignited the passion for the work I do and reminded me to think of the person behind the sample.” “I am proud to be a longtime member of the AGT. The conference serves as an opportunity to share my love for genetics with peers and colleagues as well as extend my knowledge to areas which I do not use in my everyday work life, but in which I am very much interested.”
Join AGT Now! Take advantage of a special membership offer from AGT! Join AGT, pay the member registration fee and get member benefits starting July 1 through Dec. 31, 2015! You receive an additional six months of membership FREE and get to take advantage of the member registration fee – a $110 value!
Continuing Education Attendance: 15.5 contact hours for scientific sessions 3.0 contact hours for three-hour pre-conference workshops 2.0 contact hours for two-hour pre-conference workshops Up to 2.0 contact hours may be obtained for poster viewing (1.0 contact hour per five posters viewed). Authors/Presenters: 10.0 contact hours for first authors on abstracts 5.0 contact hours for additional authors 10.0 contact hours for platform presentations Any changes will be noted in the Final Program. A continuing education certificate will be provided to you at the meeting. Please note that you must attend the entire meeting in order to receive all available contact hours.
39th ANNUAL MEETING PROGRAM DIRECTORS Jason Yuhas, BS, CG(ASCP)CM, Annual Meeting Director Adam Sbeiti, MT(ASCP)CMCGCMDLMCM, Annual Meeting Co-Director
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Meeting Schedule Wednesday, June 11, 2014 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
AGT Board Meeting
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
Thursday, June 12, 2014 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
FGT Board Meeting
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Poster Set-Up
Pre-Conference Workshops 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Workshop 1: Introduction to Forensic Science Denise Juroske Short, MS, MB(ASCP)CM, Adjunct Faculty, University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas Crystal Simien, BS, MB(ASCP)CM, Senior Health Professions Educator, University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas Participants will be given an overview of forensic science along with molecular concepts and techniques used for analysis. Explanation of statistical calculations used for profile probability will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate a mock case through hands-on preliminary testing procedures, data analysis and statistical calculations to solve a crime.
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Workshop 2: Overview of HER2 FISH Testing: Intricacies of Process & Challenges in Interpretation Reid G. Meyer, CG(ASCP)CM, Senior Technical Specialist/Technical Specialist Coordinator, Division of Laboratory Genetics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn; Jason Yuhas, BS, CG(ASCP)CM, Senior Education Specialist, Division of Laboratory Genetics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Fluorescent In Situ Hybridization (FISH) HER2 testing has evolved dramatically. When FISH testing on paraffin tissues began, there was significant development regarding lab processes for consistent FISH analysis of these specimens. In 2009, ASCO/CAP provided published “recommendations and guidelines” for HER2 reporting which were recently updated in October 2013. Still, laboratories are not provided with processes on exactly how to score and select cells from paraffin tissue resulting in potential dramatic differences in the data generated and reporting of results. The presenters will focus on Mayo Clinic’s experience in HER2 testing, scoring and analysis variability and result interpretations. They will also share discussion on troubleshooting difficult cases, impact of automation on analysis and other challenges laboratories experience in daily practice.
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Workshop 3: Quality Assurance in Genetics Peggy Stupca, CG(ASCP)CM, DLMCM, Rochester, Minn.; Helen M. Jenks, MT(ASCP)CGCM, Cytogenetic Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, UC Davis Health System, Sacramento, Calif. Quality principles are the same for all testing methods in genetic laboratories. The presenters will provide an overview of these principles and focus on key areas that regulatory and accreditation groups are keying in on as of late: personnel, documents and validation. Open discussion will be encouraged!
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Workshop 4: FISH Analysis: Beyond Counting Dots Shirong Wang, MS, CG(ASCP)CM, Supervisor, Quest Diagnostics, Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.; Xiaojing Yang, MLT(ASCP)CGCM, CCS, Lead, Quest Diagnostics, Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Sponsored by Abbott Molecular Many people think that FISH analysis is all about counting fluorescent dots. That is partially true, but not entirely! In our daily practice, we have encountered some unique probe patterns that could lead to incorrect interpretations. The presenters will share their experiences with an emphasis on the importance of recognizing the sizes and the relative positions of probe signals at FISH analysis. The presenters will also provide a series of real case studies for discussion.
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Workshop 5: Array CGH & SNP Array Validation, Data Interpretation & Quality Control Ming Zhao, CG(ASCP)CM, MB(ASCP)CM, Senior Health Professions Educator, The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, School of Health Professions, Houston, Texas Array-based comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH) and SNP array have significantly increased the diagnostic yield over a karyotype for detecting unbalanced chromosomal abnormalities. They are now accepted as a first tier diagnostic test for some clinical indications. The introduction of genomic microarray into clinical laboratories has presented unique validation and regulatory challenges. The contents of this workshop will include: • Overview of aCGH and SNP array and its procedure • Interpretation of aCGH and SNP array • Issues related to quality control of aCGH and SNP array • Detailed introduction of genomic microarray validation techniques • American College of Medical Genetics recommendation for microarray analysis
Registration Brochure June 12-14, 2014 Louisville, Kentucky Louisville Marriott Downtown 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Workshop 6: FISH Testing: Reimbursement Challenges & Efficiency Opportunities Philip N. Mowrey, PhD, MS, FACMG, CG(ASCP)CM, Chief Director, Cytogenetics, Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Chantilly, Va.; Fatih Boyar, MD, FACMG, Scientific Director, Cytogenetics, Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.; Deborah W. Heritage, MS, CG(ASCP)CM, Manager, Cytogenetics Training Program, Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Chantilly, Va.; Adam Sbeiti, MT(ASCP)CGCM, DLMCM, Manager, Cytogenetics Department, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. FISH testing just won’t go away, and for good reasons. So, how do we improve our efficiency to sustain its profitability? The presenters will review the new challenges of reimbursement and review some of the ways to improve costs through efficiencies and automation. Linked with information from the increasing number of probe and automation vendors, the presenters will survey the attendees for what equipment has proven to be useful and not-so-useful in their labs today. The presenters will discuss how this new automation can allow staff to spend time on analyses rather than processing and scanning for cells. How automation may help to improve quality will also be discussed. This summary will allow attendees to return to their labs with data that will help to decide what the best return-on-investment is for their laboratories.
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Workshop 7: From BACS/OLIGO Array to SNP Array: New Development in Perinatal & Cancer Applications Jun Gu, MD, PhD, CG(ASCP)CM, Assistant Professor/Education Coordinator, University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas; Clint VanValkenburgh, PhD, Senior Clinical Sales Specialist, Central U.S.A., Affymetrix, Inc., Chesterfield, Mo. Array-based comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH) technology is a newly-emerged diagnostic tool for genetics laboratories. The presenters will provide cytogenetic technologists fundamental knowledge for aCGH as well as an update of clinical applications. The session will begin with an introduction of microarray technology in the context of other established cytogenetic techniques, including classic G-banded karyotyping and FISH. Array-CGH will be described followed by an in-depth discussion of high-density SNP microarray technology for constitutional and cancer research applications. Special emphasis will be placed on interpretation of copy number and SNP data (allelic peak and B-allele frequency plots) all in the context of sample input type (tissue, blood, FFPE) and how the use of microarray data can complement and extend the phenotypic yield of FISH and karyotyping.
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2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Workshop 8: Clinical Utility & Synergy of Molecular Genetic Technologies Douglas Blake, CG(ASCP)CM, Clinical Field Application Scientist, Agilent Technologies, Nashville, Tenn.; Sharon Alsobrook, CG(ASCP)CM, MLS(ASCP)CM, Lead Cytogenetic Technologist, ProPath, Dallas, Texas Sponsored by Agilent Technologies Genomic alterations are implicated in cancer and congenital disorders. The study of these aberrations has largely been achieved by classic analysis of chromosomes. In recent years, clinical laboratories have been shifting toward molecular analysis and the use of comparative genomic hybridization (aCGH) and next generation sequencing (NGS). The presenters will show how these techniques help the clinical laboratory map these genomic aberrations.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Genetic Educators Meeting
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION IN EXHIBIT HALL, POSTER VIEWING & FGT SILENT AUCTION
Friday, June 13, 2014 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
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Scientific Sessions 8:00 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. Welcome to the AGT 39th Annual Meeting Mervat S. Ayad, BS, EMBA, CG(ASCP)CM, DLMCM, CCS, AGT President, Director, Laboratory Operations, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Jason Yuhas, BS, CG(ASCP)CM, AGT Annual Meeting Director, Senior Education Specialist, Division of Laboratory Genetics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Adam Sbeiti, MT(ASCP)CGCM, DLMCM, AGT Annual Meeting CoDirector, Manager, Cytogenetics Department, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. 8:10 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Keynote Address Lee H. Hilborne, MD, MPH, DLM(ASCP)CM, FASCP, Professor of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, Calif.
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9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Clinical Genome Sequencing: What’s Next in Next-Generation Sequencing? Matthew J. Ferber, PhD, FACMG, Director, Clinical Genome Sequencing Laboratory, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. With the advent of inexpensive genome sequencing, the amount of information that can be inexpensively obtained is staggering. The presenter will review the technologies and how they are changing clinical molecular diagnostics.
9:50 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL/ POSTER VIEWING 10:20 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. Diagnostic Testing for HER2 Amplification in Breast Cancer: The New ASCO/CAP Guidelines Gail H. Vance, MD, Professor and Sutphin Professor of Cancer Genetics, Indiana University, Indianapolis, Ind. The ASCO/CAP guidelines for HER2 testing in breast cancer were first published in 2007. In 2013, an updated guideline document was published. The presenter will crosswalk the differences between the two documents focusing on in situ hybridization methodology, principally fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). Comparative data from one institution will be highlighted.
11:10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Non-Invasive Pre-Natal Diagnosis Charles “Buck” Strom, MD, PhD, FACMG, FAAP, HCLD, Senior Medical Director, Genetics, Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. The presenter will highlight the scientific practices used for non-invasive prenatal diagnosis. Dr. Strom will compare and contrast the currently available methodologies and their strengths and weaknesses.
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. LUNCH ON YOUR OWN 1:40 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Clinical Significance of the Leukemia Cell Karyotype in Children with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Susana C. Raimondi, PhD, Director, Cytogenetics Laboratory, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, Tenn. Acute leukemia is best managed through the use of risk-adapted therapy. The karyotype of patients at diagnosis is an important factor in predicting response to therapy. The distinct chromosomal abnormalities observed in AML will be presented, and the practice used to stratify the children by Children Oncology Group (COG) will be discussed.
2:30 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. Genetic Counseling in the Era of Microarrays Leslie Ross, MS, CGC, Genetic Counselor, Quest Diagnostics, Denver, Colo. New technology has made extensive genetic testing more accessible to a large number of patients. However, difficult-to-interpret genetic test results has made genetic counseling challenging.
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4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Personalized Medicine & Me Peter C. Hu, PhD, MS, MLS(ASCP)CM, CGCMMBCM, Program Director, University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas Dr. Hu will discuss his journey with personalized medicine. Can a normal person understand this complex jargon? What does it all mean in the end?
4:30 p.m. – 5:20 p.m. Health & Safety Mervat S. Ayad, BS, EMBA, CG(ASCP)CM, DLMCM, CCS, Director, Laboratory Operations, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Laboratory safety is an important part of our jobs every day, but what do the regulations really mean? What steps can you take to better protect yourself from the hazards you face? The presenter will answer these questions and more. Attending this session will fulfill the ASCP safety training requirement.
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
AGT JOB FAIR
Saturday, June 14, 2014 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Registration Desk Open
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
BUSINESS MEETING BREAKFAST
Scientific Sessions
8:00 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. Opening Remarks Mervat S. Ayad, BS, EMBA, CG(ASCP)CM, DLMCM, CCS, AGT President, Director, Laboratory Operations, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Jason Yuhas, BS, CG(ASCP)CM, AGT Annual Meeting Director, Senior Education Specialist, Division of Laboratory Genetics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. Adam Sbeiti, MT(ASCP)CGCM, DLMCM, AGT Annual Meeting CoDirector, Manager, Cytogenetics Department, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif. 8:10 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Gordon W. Dewald Lecture: Clinical Laboratory Education in Diagnostic Genetics – The Road to a Brighter Future in Health Care Vicki L. Hopwood, MS, Assistant Professor; Director, Cytogenetic Technology Program, University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas Sponsored by Rainbow Scientific The presenter will provide an overview of genetic clinical laboratory education from the perspective of a practitioner in the field for 30
Registration Brochure June 12-14, 2014 Louisville, Kentucky Louisville Marriott Downtown years. This same speaker is a patient who has survived radiation and chemotherapy to combat Stage IV brain cancer. Through her presentation the presenter will also relate her personal journey through diagnosis, standard treatment and clinical trials that are studying targeting genetic biomarkers for improved therapy.
9:00 a.m. – 10:40 a.m. Abstract Platform Presentations & Student Abstract Award Winner Abstract Presentation 10:40 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. BREAK IN EXHIBIT HALL/ POSTER VIEWING 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. Informed Consent for Whole Genome Sequencing Katherine S. Hunt, PhD, MS, CGC, Assistant Professor in Medicine, Genetic Counselor, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, Ariz. Whole genome sequencing is an exciting new technology available to patients. Along with the promises of the technology, come multiple complexities and uncertainties. One of the greatest challenges of genome sequencing is how to properly consent patients prior to sequencing. This presentation will describe the consenting challenges for whole genome sequencing and offer several solutions for how to tackle these challenges and more effectively consent patients.
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3:25 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Silent Auction Winners Announced 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
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3:45 p.m. – 4:35 p.m. The Integration of Clinical & Laboratory Elements in Diagnosing & Managing Genetic Disorders Kara Goodin, MD, Clinical Geneticist, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, Ky. The presenter will review clinical cases that demonstrate the value of both clinical and laboratory aspects of genetic disorders. The cases will highlight the importance of both factors, particularly the interaction between the clinical and laboratory facets, in diagnosing and treating affected individuals. Combining the components allows for a more complete view of the phenotypes as well as an evolution and expansion of our understanding of the disorders.
4:35 p.m. – 5:25 p.m. Overview of the New AMA Molecular Pathology CPT Codes V.M. Pratt, PhD, FACMG, Director, Pharmacogenetics Laboratory, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, Ind.
With many laboratories struggling to achieve success and high abnormalities in POCs, the pressure from new technologies presents an argument for supplementing and replacing conventional cytogenetics. However, with refined techniques and better knowledge it is possible to resolve these issues without the cost.
With the completion of the Human Genome Project and increased understanding of the genes involved in human disease and cancer biology, clinical molecular testing has grown by leaps and bounds. New biomarkers were brought to market and largely reimbursed by using a molecular current procedural terminology (CPT) code stacking system where each step of the process had its own CPT code. At the request of payers, the American Medical Association (AMA) developed a new CPT coding system based on a white paper proposed by Association of Molecular Pathology (AMP). Since there are well over a thousand different molecular pathology tests, a tier system was created. Tier 1, where each individual test gets a unique CPT code, was created to encompass the more commonly ordered category 1 tests throughout the country. Tier 2, where there are nine levels of complexity, was created to address the more rarely ordered category 1 tests. This session will review the new CPT coding system.
2:35 p.m. – 3:25 p.m. Targeted Therapies for Solid Tumors & Companion Diagnostics Dianne Keen-Kim, PhD, FACMG, Executive Director, Cytogenetics, Genoptix Medical Laboratory, Carlsbad, Calif.
5:25 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closing Remarks Mervat S. Ayad, BS, EMBA, CG(ASCP)CM, DLMCM, CCS, AGT President, Director of Laboratory Operations, Quest Diagnostics at Nichols Institute, San Juan Capistrano, Calif.
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LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
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UCONN LUNCHEON
1:45 p.m. – 2:35 p.m. Miscarriages, Cell Morphology & Villi Formation: Detecting High Abnormality Percentages in POCs Philip J. Hardy, M. Clin Cyto, B.Bus, Laboratory Manager, Cyto Labs Pty. Ltd., Perth, Western Australia
Genetic alterations within cellular proliferation or survival pathways are the most common cause of cancer. New therapeutic interventions specifically target these cellular pathways, making them less toxic, better tolerated and more effective than traditional cytotoxic chemotherapies. These targeted therapies were first developed for cancers of the blood and bone marrow due to the easy accessibility of neoplastic cells. However, tumors of the solid tissues are both the most frequently diagnosed and deadly neoplasms. The presenter will discuss the development of targeted therapies, companion molecular diagnostics and efficient assay designs.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ANNUAL AWARDS RECEPTION 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET & DANCE
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Hotel & Travel Information Louisville Marriott Downtown 280 W. Jefferson St. Louisville, KY 40202 502-627-5045 The newly renovated Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel is ideally suited for a fantastic Annual Meeting. This four-diamond hotel recently received the 2013 Excellence Award by TripAdvisor®. Guests will enjoy the close proximity to attractions such as the KFC YUM Center and Fourth Street Live!, a popular dining and entertainment district just steps away from the hotel. The historic Main Street and the famous cuisine district NuLu are both a short walk away. As this city is best known for the Kentucky Derby, just a short ride away one can visit Churchill Downs – home of the Kentucky Derby, Kentucky Oaks and the Breeder's Cup Racing.
Hotel Reservations Rate: $163 plus tax per night single/double Room rate includes in-room wireless Internet and fitness center access. Reservation Deadline: May 19, 2014 Make reservations online at http://bit.ly/NGLnAf or call 1-800-8669432.
Ground Transportation in Louisville The Louisville Marriott Downtown hotel is located eight miles from The Louisville International Airport (SDF).
Taxi Taxis are approximately $18 one-way.
Parking Discounted self-parking is available for $14 for day or overnight stays.
Weather Louisville’s average daytime temperature in June is 85°F, and the average nighttime temperature is 66°F.
Attire Attire for the meeting and all social functions is business casual. Meeting rooms are often chilly, so bring a sweater or jacket for the sessions.
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Register one person per form. Please use photocopies for additional registrants. To register online, please visit the AGT website at www.agt-info.org.
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STEP 2: Join AGT! Join AGT now and register for the Annual Meeting for the member price below. Membership will run through December 31, 2015. Join AGT Membership benefits will begin in July. Full - $95 Emeritus - $40 Student - $35
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Workshop 1: Introduction to Forensic Science 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $75 AGT Member $95 Non-Member Workshop 2: Overview of HER2 FISH Testing 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member Workshop 3: Quality Assurance in Genetics 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member
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Workshop 4: FISH Analysis: Beyond Counting Dots 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member Workshop 5: Array CGH & SNP Array Validation, Data Interpretation & Quality Control 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member Workshop 6: FISH Testing: Reimbursement Challenges & Efficiency Opportunities 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member Workshop 7: From BACS/OLIGO Array to SNP Array: New Development in Perinatal & Cancer Applications 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. $50 AGT Member $70 Non-Member Workshop 8: Clinical Utility & Synergy of Molecular Genetic Technologies
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DINING Whether you’re feeling downhome or upscale, catch dinner out on the town. Downtown Louisville restaurants range from barbecue to fine dining and everything in between to satisfy your appetite and start off the evening on the right foot. For more information, visit http://www. gotolouisville.com/eat/fine-dining/index.aspx.
SHOPPING Louisville shopping is a treat for the distinguishing tastemaker, the committed bargain hunter and even the casual window shopper. With shopping districts of all types located throughout Louisville and surrounding communities, it’s no wonder Louisville has become a shopping destination for much of the South and Midwest. Shopping in Downtown Louisville is as varied as its dining scene. Find exquisite creations of glass at Glassworks or Flame Run, or authentic Kentucky-made crafts at the Kentucky Museum of Art and Craft. One downtown Louisville destination not to be missed is storied Fourth Avenue. Known as Fourth Street until 1981, Fourth Avenue has again become the place for generations of diners, theatergoers and urbanites to see and be seen. For more information on Downtown Louisville, visit http://bit.ly/1jCEXzh.
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