Greentech will organise the 4th edition of the SPIM (Skin Physiology International Meeting) on the 20-21 November 2014 at the Palais des Congrès in Vichy (France). The SPIM is a forum for internationally renowned scientists and young researchers from all disciplines concerned with cutaneous physiology. The scientific programme for this edition of the SPIM covered following subjects: stem cells, genetic ageing, microbiota and immunity, growth factors and matrix.
“A forum for meetings, discussion and sharing information about the latest scientific research on the skin, SPIM is an exclusive event bringing together renowned international experts in physiology, biology, biochemistry and dermatology. High quality conferences to analyse the latest information in the field of cutaneous physiology, opening up new lines of research and providing you with the opportunity to present your experiments and work; but also a special opportunity to hold discussions with other professionals from the various disciplines involved in the study of the skin, metabolic interactions and investigative methods,” the company says.
The objective of the SPIM is to cross-reference understanding, enhance expertise and expand the field of possibilities.
The works from participants will be exposed during the SPIM as posters and / or oral conferences. The two best, most original and detailed work are rewarded by the Greentech Awards:
1. The SPIM Junior Scientist 2014
Nine junior scientists are selected and invited by the scientific committee for oral presentation of their original works and results during the SPIM. These nine young researchers are preparing a PhD or are working in post-PhD in France or French speaking Universities, public or private research organisms, industry. A EUR 15,000 prize rewards the best oral presentation: the SPIM Junior Scientist 2014.
2. The Best SPIM poster 2014
All participants, junior researchers or not, can exhibit during the SPIM a poster presenting a particular topic related to research in skin physiology. A EUR 4,000 prize rewards the best poster presented by one participant of the congress, after a vote of all SPIM participants.
More information: www.skin-meeting.com
