6th Australasian Cognitive
Neuroscience Society Conference
24-27 November 2016 | Shoal Bay, Australia
hosted by
The University of Newcastle
SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The 6th Conference of the Australasian Cognitive Neuroscience Society (ACNS) is being held from
24 – 27 November in Shoal Bay, Australia. This major national conference brings together leading
research groups for cognitive neuroscience research in Australia, New Zealand and the surrounding
regions.
The ACNS conference attracts 250-350 delegates who study the neural basis of human perception,
cognition and emotion, especially through brain imaging methodologies, including MRI, EEG, MEG,
TMS and psychophysics.
The conference encompasses both basic science and translational research that examines the
implications of our understanding of brain behaviour relationships on medical, educational, public
health and organisational practice. ACNS brings together researchers from diverse backgrounds, all
with a focus on the relationships between the brain, mind, and behaviour. It features pre-conference
workshops, keynote lectures, oral papers and poster presentations.
HOST ORGANISATION
ACNS is an academic society focused on the scientific study of the biological or brain foundations of
mental processes and behaviour. It welcomes members from disciplines such as psychology,
neuroscience, cognitive science, psychiatry, neurology, linguistics, computer science, and
philosophy, all with an interest in the relationships between the brain, mind, and behaviour.
The main purpose of the Society is to encourage and facilitate the exchange of knowledge, primarily
through conferences and workshops.
The ACNS was founded in 2012 and has now grown to a Society of over 300 members across
Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.
VENUE
The 6th Australasian Cognitive Neuroscience Society Conference is hosted by the University of
Newcastle and will be held at the Ramada Resort, Shoal Bay.
Located on the beachfront at Shoal Bay, the Ramada is located central to the Shoal Bay village, a
part of the larger Port Stephens and Hunter Valley areas.
The Ramada Resort is a family friendly beachfront resort, a radical but inviting contrast to the usual
inner city conference venues.
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MARKETING STRATEGY
The conference is being marketed internationally and domestically through website listings,
promotion at similar events, electronic direct mail to ICON 2014 delegates, etc. to a database of over
7,500 scientists and student researchers, as well as using targeted notifications in relevant academic
mailing lists and to universities worldwide via the ACNS Committee’s extensive network.
WHO YOU CAN REACH?
Organisations in the below areas will benefit highly from being involved and receiving exposure to
leading researchers, academics and scientific professionals in the following fields:
 Brain Stimulation (TMS, tDCS, DBS)
 Computational Modelling
 EEG / MEG / Intracranial EEG
 Functional Brain Imaging (fMRI, NIRS)
 Psychophysics / Behavioural Studies
 Psychophysiology
 Structural Brain Imaging (MRI, DTI)
Major topic areas for the conference are divided into:
 Attention, Sensation, and Perception
 Cognition and Decision-Making
 Emotional and Social Processes
 Language, Learning, and Memory
 Motor Processes
In addition, this year’s conference is being branded as ‘family-friendly’, so delegates are strongly
encouraged to bring along their family for a holiday before or after the conference.
BENEFITS OF SPONSORING AND EXHIBITING
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Opportunity to build your company profile and to strengthen relationships with researchers,
professionals, students and other interested parties
Reach a targeted audience for promotion, media attention and other avenues of exposure locally
and regionally
Ample opportunity to network with delegates during designated breaks and open poster sessions
Demonstration of your commitment to the sector
Exposure to an interested, relevant and influential international and domestic audience
CONTACT DETAILS
We would be delighted to discuss other sponsorship opportunities with you.
Contact us to discuss your ideas!!
Conference Organiser: Associate Professor Frini Karayanidis and team
Phone +61 2 4921 7445 | Email [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE:
 The Organising Committee reserves the right to amend the sponsorship categories if circumstances dictate, and in
such cases the sponsor will be fully consulted on these amendments
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BASE SPONSOR PACKAGE
This package is included in Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum sponsor packages
Event Registrations
 Full Conference registration including tickets to the Welcome Reception (up to 2 persons)
 Tickets to the Conference Dinner (up to 2 persons)
Exposure Prior to Event
 Corporate logo on pre-event material and other marketing collaterals
 Corporate logo, profile and hyperlink on Conference website
 Corporate logo and hyperlink in E-newsletters
Exposure During Event
 Acknowledgement by Conference Chair during welcome address plenary session
 Corporate logo in Programme Handbook (one colour)
 Corporate logo in a PowerPoint display shown at various times to delegates during the plenary or
information sessions (full colour)
PLATINUM SPONSOR PACKAGE
$10,000
In addition to Base package, the Platinum sponsor package includes:
Exhibition Display
 Prime Exhibition display slot (Display position subject to availability at time of booking)
Exposure Prior to Event
 Logo displayed in E-newsletters sent to potential delegates
 Profile in one E-newsletter sent to potential delegates
(wording supplied by sponsor and subject to ACNS conference organisers approval)
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Profile display on the ACNS conference website
Exposure During Event
 Naming right to one plenary event (i.e., keynote lecture)
 Naming right to one other scientific event (e.g., symposium, pre-conference workshop)
 Corporate banner to be displayed in all sessions (subject to venue restrictions – pull up banner supplied by
sponsor)
Conference Programme Handbook
 Half page full colour advertisement (artwork to be supplied by sponsor and to specifications)
 Contact details listed with corporate logo
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GOLD SPONSOR PACKAGE
$5,000
In addition to Base package, the Gold sponsor package includes:
Exhibition Display
 Prime Exhibition display slot (Display position subject to availability at time of booking)
Exposure Prior to Event
Profile in one E-newsletter sent to potential delegates
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(wording supplied by sponsor and subject to ACNS conference organisers approval)
Exposure During Event
 Naming right to one plenary session (i.e., keynote lecture) or one other scientific event (e.g.,
symposium, pre-conference workshop)
 Corporate banner to be displayed during that event (subject to venue restrictions – pull up banner supplied
by sponsor)
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Naming right to morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea sessions
Conference Programme Handbook
 Half page full colour advertisement (artwork to be supplied by sponsor and to specifications)
 Contact details listed with corporate logo
SILVER SPONSOR PACKAGE
$3,000
In addition to Base package, the Silver sponsor package includes:
Exhibition Display
 Exhibition display slot (Display position subject to availability at time of booking)
Exposure Prior to Event
 Profile in one E-newsletter sent to potential delegates
(wording supplied by sponsor and subject to ACNS conference organisers approval)
Exposure During Event
 Naming right to one plenary session (i.e., keynote lecture) or one other scientific event (e.g.,
symposium, pre-conference workshop)
 Corporate banner to be displayed during that event (subject to venue restrictions – pull up banner supplied
by sponsor)
Conference Programme Handbook
 Quarter page full colour advertisement (artwork to be supplied by sponsor and to specifications)
 Contact details listed with corporate logo
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BRONZE SPONSOR PACKAGE
$2,000
INCLUSIONS:
Base sponsor package inclusions and the following extras, additions or options:
Exposure During Event
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Naming rights to one of the following events: Welcome Reception, Poster Gala, Conference
Dinner
This includes:
o Corporate Banner to be shown during the event (subject to venue restrictions – pull up banner supplied
by sponsor)
Quarter page (one colour) advertisement in Handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor and to
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specifications)
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Inclusion of one of the following:
o Satchel Items: corporate material of one item to be included in satchel (Satchels will be produced
by the conference organiser)
o Lanyards: Fully branded lanyard incorporating sponsor and conference branding (Lanyards will
be produced by the conference organiser)
o Mobile App: Naming rights to the conference mobile app, including advertisement on key
page(s) (Mobile app will be produced by the conference organiser)
The Welcome Reception is the first official function of the conference. Securing sponsorship of this
event is a great way to gain exclusive exposure to conference participants in a relaxed and informal
atmosphere and is a sensational start to the conference.
The Poster Gala is an opportunity to engage conference participants in more detailed discussions
regarding their research. The open nature of the gala along with the free flow of ideas and excellent
food and drinks ensures great exposure to whoever secures sponsorship for the event.
Aligning your organisation with the Conference Dinner reinforces your commitment to the people
attending. The Conference Dinner will be at Broughtons at the Bay showcasing the best the Hunter
Valley and Port Stephens has to offer.
RONZE SPONS
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Other Sponsorship opportunities:
Student Travel Awards
$2,000
Student Presentation Prizes
$1,000
Support the up and coming researchers as
sponsor of the Student Travel Awards. These
awards allow 5 travel awards to be provided to
support PhD, Masters or Honours students to
attend the conference.
Two prizes will be awarded for the Best
Student Oral Presentation and Best Student
Poster. Your organisation can be aligned with
new researchers in the field by supporting the
Student Awards.
INCLUSIONS:
INCLUSIONS:
Exposure Prior to Event
 Corporate logo on pre-event material and
other marketing collateral
 Corporate logo and hyperlink on
Conference website
Exposure Prior to Event
 Corporate logo on pre-event material and
other marketing collateral
 Corporate logo and hyperlink on
Conference website
Exposure During Event
 Organisation named as Student Travel
Awards sponsor
 Acknowledgement by Conference Chair
during welcome plenary address and
introduction to plenary sessions
 Corporate logo (one colour) in Programme
Handbook
 Quarter page (one colour) advertisement in
Handbook (artwork to be supplied by sponsor and
Exposure During Event
 Organisation named as Student Prize
Awards sponsor
 Acknowledgement by Conference Chair
during welcome plenary address and
introduction to plenary sessions
 Corporate logo (one colour) in Programme
Handbook
 Corporate logo (full colour) in a PowerPoint
display shown to participants at the
introduction to plenary and parallel
sessions
to specifications)
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Corporate logo (full colour) in a PowerPoint
display shown to participants at the
introduction to plenary and parallel
sessions
Exhibition Display Space - $1,750
To maximise delegate interaction, the Welcome Reception, morning and afternoon tea and lunch
breaks will be served within the exhibition area. Your Display Space includes:
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Skirted trestle table and chair
Full registration x 1 (including Welcome Reception ticket, morning and afternoon tea, lunch)
Power (on request)
Dinner ticket x 1
Listing (organisation name and contact details) in Conference Program Handbook
Corporate logo and hyperlink on event website
Additional exhibitor staff registration available at cost price.
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Advertising Opportunities
Mobile App Advertising
$500
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Advertisement image to be included in conference mobile app
Image file needs to be 640 x 90
Hyperlink to company website
Advertisement will be displayed in a rolling gif
Handbook Advertising
You can also book advertising in the conference handbook that will be given to delegates at the
conference. Specifications will be provided closer to the printing time but you will need to supply full
and correct final artwork.
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Full Colour
Mono
Full page
$1,000
$800
Half page
$800
$600
Quarter page
$600
$400
HOW TO BOOK
Sponsorship packages and exhibitor space will be allocated in order of receipt of application forms
and payment.
To reserve your preferred option, follow these easy steps:
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Email or Fax your desired option(s) to:
ACNS 2016 Organising Committee
c/o Tara Magnay
School of Psychology,
University of Newcastle, University Drive
Callaghan, NSW, 2308, Australia
E: [email protected]
T: +61 2 4921 7445
F: +61 2 4921 8990
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Once received and approved you will be sent a tax invoice and options for payment.
Payment must be made within invoice terms.
Payments can be made via EFT or Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa).
Please note that bookings cannot be accepted over the phone but we are happy to place your
preferred option on hold for you for a period of 7 business days.
After this time, a booking form will be required or we will have to release the hold.
**NOTE: All prices include GST and a tax invoice will be issued
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