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Objectives and Focus
CBB conference, 2008, will be held on Oct. 21. This year's theme is "Metabolic Engineering and Enzyme Applications". Given the resurgence of bio-based production of fuels and chemicals worldwide, we have assembled experts in the field from both industry and academia. Speakers will address "insilico and "experimental" approaches to production of chemicals ranging from biofuel to pharmaceutical intermediates. There will also be an update on CBB offerings and future direction. In addition, a wide range of topics will be covered in the poster session, where we anticipate more than 50 posters. We expect to offer an intellectually stimulating experience.

Conference Location
The CBB conference will be held in dowtown Iowa City at the Sheraton Hotel on Dubuque Street, phone (319) 337-4058 or 1-800-848-1335.

Registration
Advanced registration is encouraged. The registration fee is $200 ($100 for students and postdoctorals), which includes all conference meals and expenses except for travel and lodging. The late registration fee is $250 (after October 1, 2008). Registration may be done online at http://www.uiowa.edu/~biocat/conf_registration.html

Parking
Parking is available in the Sheraton Parking Ramp and is complimentary for conference participants. You will need to take your pink ticket to the hotel registration desk to be stamped.

Transportation
The Eastern Iowa Airport is served by Allegiant Air, American Eagle, Delta/Comair, Northwest and United Airlines. The Eastern Iowa Airport is located approximately 20 miles north of Iowa City in Cedar Rapids. Limousine service from the airport is available at a cost of approximately $28 one way and $51 round-trip. Taxis are also available for about the same cost.

Special Needs
If you have physical or other needs that require special assistance or arrangements, please contact the Center for Conferences & Institutes prior to the conference (319.335.4159 ).

Posters
Participants are invited to present posters on Biocatalysis/Bioprocessing research. If you wish to submit a poster, please visit the following web page for abstract information ( http://www.uiowa.edu/~biocat) or contact Ms. Nancy Ream, Center for Biocatalysis and Bioprocessing, Oakdale Research Park, 2501 Crosspark Road – Suite C100, Coralville, Iowa, 52241-3210. Phone (319) 335-4903; FAX (319) 335-4901. E-mail: nancy-ream@uiowa.edu.