5
th
SINGAPORE
INTERNATIONAL
NEUROCOGNITIVE
SYMPOSIUM
Early Intervention for a Better Tomorrow
Date: 16 – 18 March 2017
Venue: Raffles City Convention Centre
80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
PROGRAMME AND REGISTRTION
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MESSAGE FROM THE ORGANISING COMMITTEE
The 5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium will be held from 16 – 18 March
2017 at Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore. The theme of the Symposium is “Early
Intervention for a Better Tomorrow”, in which our international, regional and local experts
will be covering an extensive range of plenary sessions from clinical and biomarker aspects of
early diagnosis to strategies for timely intervention. Updates on pharmacological management,
non-pharmacological management and novel biomarkers in the field of dementia will be
presented.
The Symposium will feature practical workshops, translational research symposium and
parallel sessions. The Welcome Reception on March 17th will be a perfect opportunity for
delegates to network with researchers and clinicians in the field.
We look forward to meeting you at the Symposium.
Associate Professor Nagaendran Kandiah
Chairman, Organising Committee
5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
Chairman
Nagaendran Kandiah, National Neuroscience Institute
Members
Aaron Ang, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Shahul Hameed, National Neuroscience Institute
Linda Lim, National Neuroscience Institute
Lim Wee Shiong, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Adeline Ng, National Neuroscience Insitute
Ng Li Ling, Changi General Hospital
Simon Ting, National Neuroscience Institute
Chris Tsoi, National University Health System
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS
Submission Closing Date: 7 February 2017
Doctors, researchers, nurses, therapists, allied health professionals and programme
coordinators are invited to submit abstracts related to clinical and research of dementia. The
abstracts submitted will be selected for poster or oral presentations.
All abstracts must be submitted electronically. Please refer to the abstract instructions and
guidelines on the Abstract Submission Form, which can be obtained from www.nni.com.sg.
WELCOME RECEPTION
17 March 2017 @ Resort World Sentosa S.E.A Aquarium
- Buffet Dinner
- Entrance to S.E.A Aquarium
- Two-way coach transfer to Resort World Sentosa
*Welcome Reception is inclusive as part of registration fees for Main Symposium.
Pre-registration is required.
FACULTY
Overseas Faculty
Christopher Rowe, Austin Health and University of Melbourne, Australia
Michael Woodward, Austin Health and University of Melbourne, Australia
Raj Kalaria, Newcastle University, United Kingdom
Pedro Rosa Neto, Douglas Institute, Canada
Vincent Mok, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Anam Ong, Hasan Sadikin Hospital, Indonesia
Tan Maw Pin, University of Malaya, Malaysia
Alvin Cenina, University of Philippines, Philippines
Olivier Piguet, Neuroscience Research Australia, Australia
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Pre-Symposium Workshop - 16 March 2017, Thursday
• Workshop A: Cognitive Evaluation Useful at the Bedside
• Workshop B: Neuroimaging Skills in Cognitive Neurology for Clinicians and
Researchers
• Workshop C: Case Based Approach to Practical Management of Behavioural
and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)
Translational Research Symposium – 16 March 2017, Thursday
• Research Biomarkers in Neurocognitive Disorders
• Insights into Pathogenesis of Neurocognitive Disorders
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Main Symposium 17-18 March 2017, Friday – Saturday
• Plenary:
• Vascular Health and Cognitive Function in Older Community Adults
• Cognitive and Behavioural Presentation of Young Onset Dementia
• Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment
• Amyloid and Tau Imaging in Dementia: Clinical and Research Implications
• Neuropsychiatric Manifestations of Alzheimer’s Disease Symposia
• Overview of NNI CARe Programme
• Caring for Person with Dementia: Current Services and Future Needs
• Clinical Trials in Dementia: Moving Forward
• Tau PET and CSF Tau: Integration into Clinical Trials
• Interaction between Cerebrovascular Pathology and AD Pathology in
Dementia
• Vascular Cognitive Disorders: The Way Forward
• Best Oral Presentation Session
•
Parallel Sessions:
• Vascular Cognitive Impairment
• Non-pharmacological Management of Dementia
• Emerging Concepts in Cognitive Neurology
• Southeast Asian Experience with the Visual Cognitive Assessment Tool
• Rehabilitation for Dementia
• Biomarkers in Dementia
• Medicolegal Aspects of Dementia
• Networking and Social Programme
*Programme subject to change without prior notice.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION AND RATES
The 5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium Organiser has secured special room rates for your symposium stay in Singapore.
Please contact the hotel directly for your room booking, stating “5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium” in order to enjoy these
corporate rates. To confirm your reservation, please provide your credit card and flight details. All guests are required to settle their hotel bill and
transaction directly with the hotel prior to departure. All rates are per room per night, inclusive of breakfast and internet, and subject to service
charge and prevailing government taxes.
Fairmont Singapore
2 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178882
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.fairmont.com/singapore/
Room Rates: Fairmont Premier Room – S$308.00++
Grand Park City Hall
10 Coleman Street, Singapore 179809
Tel: +65 63363456
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.parkhotelgroup.com/cityhall/default-en.html
Room Rates: Deluxe Room – S$250++ (single)
– S$275++ (twin)
Ibis Singapore Bencoolen
170 Bencoolen Street Singapore 189657
Tel: +65 6593 2818
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.ibis.com/gb/hotel-6657-ibis-singapore-onbencoolen/index.shtml
Room Rates: Standard Queen Room – S$140++ (single)
– S$150++ (twin)
Swissotel The Stamford
2 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178882
Tel: +65 6431 5543
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
Website: http://www.swissotel.com/hotels/singapore-stamford/
Room Rates: Classic Room – S$268++ (single)
Classic Harbour View Room – S$318++ (single)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
How to Register
• By Mail Registration: Print a copy of the registration form and mail
to the Symposium Secretariat. Complete the form and mail it along
with supporting letters or documents, where applicable and payment.
Complete one form per participant. Please make a copy of your
completed form (for your records) before mailing.
• By Email: Send your completed form and supporting letters or
documents, where applicable to [email protected]. The
Organiser is not responsible for electronic messages not received due
to mechanical failure or circumstances beyond our control.
Trainee/Student Registration Fee
Trainee/Student identification or proof of qualifying trainee/student
status MUST accompany the registration form to qualify for Trainee/
Students fees. A letter from the head of department confirming the
applicant’s trainee status must accompany the “Trainee” registration
form. Proof of status is also required when registering on-site.
Confirmation of Registration
Confirmation of registration will be issued upon receipt of completed
Registration Form with relevant supporting documents and full
payment. Please bring this confirmation to the Registration Desk at
the Symposium as proof of your registration.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Notification of cancellation must be sent in writing to the NNI
Secretariat. Registration fees are non-refundable.
Liability and Disclaimer
The registered delegate acknowledges that he/she has no rights
to lodge any claims against the 5th Singapore International
Neurocognitive Symposium Organiser should the Symposium be
hindered or prevented to occur by any unexpected political, economic
or pandemic events, or generally by force majeure, or by the nonappearance of scheduled speakers or other reasons that necessitate
programme changes. With registration, the delegate accepts this
provision.
Every attempt will be made to present the programme as printed.
However, the 5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium
Organiser reserves the right to modify, or cancel, without prior
notice, any of the arrangements, programmes or other items relating
directly or indirectly to 5th Singapore International Neurocognitive
Symposium, for any cause beyond its reasonable control. The
Organiser is not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused as a
result of such alteration. In the event of cancellation of 5th Singapore
International Neurocognitive Symposium, all pre-paid fees will be
refunded in full. However, the Organiser is not liable for any loss or
inconvenience caused as a result of such cancellation.
Insurance
The Organising Committee is not liable for any personal accidents,
loss/damage of private properties of registered participants during
the conference. Participants should make their own arrangements
with respect to personal insurance.
Letter of Invitation
Applicants requiring an official letter of invitation for the purpose of
obtaining a visa or permission to attend the 5th Singapore International
Neurocognitive Symposium may submit the request to the Secretariat.
The letter of invitation is not a commitment from the Organiser to
provide any kind of financial support, hosting arrangement, nor does
it guarantee an entry visa will be issued. The letter will be issued to
the requesting delegate only after the registration fee has been paid
in full. Expenses incurred are the sole responsibility of the applicant.
The Secretariat may require 2 – 3 weeks to process the request. We
recommend that you apply at least 2 months in advance.
Entry Visa Application and Validity of Passport
The registered delegate should have a valid passport, onward/return
tickets, onward facilities (e.g. visas, entry permits, etc.) to their next
destination and sufficient funds for stay in Singapore. National
passport holders of most countries are permitted to stay in Singapore
for up to 14 days without visas. However, visas may be required for
visitors from some other countries and participants are requested to
clarify these before travelling to Singapore. We recommend applying
at least 3 months in advance. Please visit the Singapore Immigration
& Checkpoints Authority website for more information on entry visas:
http://www.ica.gov.sg.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)
By submitting the registration, the registered delegate give consent
to the use of his/her data in accordance with the PDPA. The
registered delegate agree and consent that NNI, SingHealth and its
related entities may communicate with the delegate with regards
to: a) continuing medical education; and b) healthcare educational
conferences/ congresses via text message, voice calls, electronic mail
or other means which NNI, SingHealth and its related entities (as the
case may be) may deem appropriate at the contact details set out in
the application.
REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
PLEASE RETURN THE COMPLETED FORM WITH PAYMENT TO:
5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium
c/o National Neuroscience Institute, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore 308433
Tel: (+65) 6357 7152 / (+65) 6357 7541 Fax: (+65) 6256 4755 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.nni.com.sg
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SYMPOSIUM REGISTRATION FEES
Early Registration
Registration and payment must be made before
16 February 2017.
Registration Category
Normal Registration
Registration and payment received after
16 February 2017.
a) Main Symposium (17 March – 18 March 2017)
1Physicians and Researchers
S$540.00
S$590.00
2Trainees, Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and
other Medical Professionals
S$430.00
S$480.00
Note: All prices quoted are in Singapore Dollars (SGD) and are inclusive of prevailing taxes.
This symposium is for healthcare professionals only.
1
Associate Consultants, Consultants and Senior Consultants are considered as Physicians. Others will be considered as Trainee.
2
Trainee/Student identification or proof of qualifying trainee/student status MUST accompany the registration form to qualify for Trainee/Student fees. Proof of status is also required when registering on-site.
b) Pre-Symposium Workshop (16 March 2017)
Workshop A: Cognitive Evaluation Useful at the Bedside
S$100.00 (With Main Symposium Registration)
S$130.00 (Without Main Symposium Registration)
Please choose only one
Workshop B: Neuroimaging Skills in Cognitive Neurology for Clinicians and Researchers
Workshop C: Case Based Approach to Practical Management of Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia (BPSD)
S$100.00 (With Main Symposium Registration)
S$130.00 (Without Main Symposium Registration)
c) Translational Research Symposium (16 March 2017)
S$100.00 (With Main Symposium Registration)
S$130.00 (Without Main Symposium Registration)
WELCOME RECEPTION AT S.E.A AQUARIUM
Yes, I will be attending the Welcome Reception and need 2 way transport to the venue.
Yes, I will be attending the Welcome Reception and DO NOT need 2 way transport to the venue.
No, I will not be able to attend.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION
I would like to submit an abstract.
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The 5th Singapore International Neurocognitive Symposium Secretariat
c/o National Neuroscience Institute
11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Singapore 308433
Tel : (+65) 6357 7152 / (+65) 6357 7541 Fax : (+65) 6256 4755
Email : [email protected] Website : www.nni.com.sg
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