Join Over 1,000 of your Colleagues at SOCRA's 25th Annual Conference |
For the 25th year, SOCRA will bring together clinical research professionals from across the world. Located in old Montreal, this three day conference will offer current information and tools, best practices, and training to assure that you're up-to-date and compliant in your clinical research practice. The program will feature academic sessions, a peer-driven poster session, and an exhibit program. Learn More.
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Informed Consent
Christine Grady, PhD, RN, FAAN
Head, Section on Human Subjects Research,
National Institutes of Health
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The Importance of Clinical Research and
Pediatric Research
Board Member, Fanconi Anemia Research Fund
Regulatory Affairs/Quality Management Lead, BC Clinical Research Infrastructure Network
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The 2016 Annual Conference Agenda features
more than 100 presentations!
Advanced Management
Behavioral Research
Canadian Regulations /
Inspections
Complementary /
Alternative Medicine
Data Management / EDC
Device Research
Enrollment / Retention
Ethics in Research
Finance and Billing
GCP Audit Preparedness
Informed Consent
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International Research
Investigator-Initiated Research
IRB Issues-Solutions-Methods
Monitoring
Nurse as Researcher
Oncology Research
Pediatric Research
Project Management
Quality Management
Research Subject Advocacy
Responsible Conduct of Research
Risk Management
Site Management
Training
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14 Half Day Workshops offered on Thursday, Sept. 29
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- Preparing for the FDA Clinical Investigator Site Inspection
- IRBs and the Informed Consent Process
- Legal Issues Involving Researchers, Including Fraud and Misconduct
- Presenting Clinical Research Evidence
- Clinical Research Administration, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation and Finance: A Site's Perspective
- GCP 101 for Sites: New Study Coordinator Workshop
- Statistics in Clinical Research: Understanding Protocols and Statistical References
- Device Research Regulatory Basics
- Project Management & Process Standardization in Clinical Trials
- Risk-Based Management - Principles and Practices for Successful Management of Clinical Research
- Grant Writing and Protocol Development
- SOP Development and Implementation
- Investigator-Initiated Sponsored Research (IISR)
- Optimal Study Start-Up Through Protocol Assessment
Click for Workshop Descriptions
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Deadline for Submissions to be Considered for the Poster Special Recognition Award Competition - July 29
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Special Recognition Award Competition Offers $500 Special Recognition Award and Fee Waived Annual Conference Registration to the following year's annual conference*
Submit a Poster Abstract
Abstracts of approximately 500 words are requested for identification, evaluation, and publishing of poster presentations in one of two categories.
Submission Categories:
Clinical Trials: Scientific papers reporting findings of treatment, intervention, or survey studies
Clinical Research Management: Critical reviews, position papers, or descriptive case reports dealing with issues associated with implementation, coordination, or management of clinical research or programs.
* Abstracts submitted after July 29 may be accepted for display but will not be considered for the competition. Abstracts to be considered for a special recognition award will be accepted through July 21. Submissions will be subject to blinded review by a panel of experts in clinical research. The author of the poster receiving the highest score in each of the above categories will receive a $500.00 award and a fee waived registration to the 2017 annual conference.
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**Up to 19 hours of CNE, CME and SOCRA CE offered **
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Continuing Education Credit Hours:
SOCRA designates this educational activity for a maximum of 19*Continuing Education Credits for SOCRA CE and Nurse CNE. SOCRA designates this live activity for a maximum of 19 (15 credits Annual Conference, 4 credits pre-conference) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
* The Annual Conference offers 15 credits (maximum). Preconference Workshops offer an additional 4 credits (maximum).
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Rooming Accommodations
Hyatt Regency Montreal 
1255 Rue Jeanne-Mance
Montréal, QC H5B 1E5, Canada
Hotel Phone: +1 (514) 925-1234
Reservations: (800) 361-8234 or
SOCRA's hotel room rate of $195 CAD(plus applicable taxes) is available until Sept 5, 2016 or until the SOCRA room block is filled. You must mention SOCRA to receive the room rate.
380 Rene-Levesque Boulevard West
Montreal, QC H2Z 0A6, Canada
Hotel Phone: +1 (514) 398-9999
Reservations:
(800) 321-2211 or
SOCRA's hotel room rate of $189 CAD(plus applicable taxes) is available until Aug 25, 2016 or until the SOCRA room block is filled.
You must mention SOCRA to receive the room rate.
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If you are traveling by air, Pierre-Elliott Trudeau International Airport is about 20 minutes from the convention center.
Taxi:
Taxi fare from the airport to the hotel is estimated at $40 CAD.
Shuttle: Orléans Express offers a return shuttle service by coach. There are several departures daily, every day of the week. Plan your trip at: http://www.orleansexpress.com/en/
or call toll free: 1 888 999-3977
Buy your ticket at the ICE America counter (Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau Airport in Dorval), located in the main area on the international arrivals level.
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Early Registration Fee Available until August 19
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Non-Member: $825
After August 19:
Member: $800
Non-Member: $875
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Main Conference:
Fri. Sept. 30 - Sun. Oct. 2
Preconference Workshops:
Thurs. Sept 29
Certification Exam:
Thurs. Sept 29
(registration deadline August 18)
CRP Prep & GCP
Review Course:
Wed. Sept 28
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Palais des congres
de Montreal
(Montreal Convention Center)
1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle
Montreal, QC H2Z 1H5
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Don't miss this opportunity to reach more than 1,000 clinical research professionals!
Exhibit Hours:
Thurs. Sept 29, 2016
12 - 11pm: Exhibit Setup
6-7pm: Reception w/ Exhibits
Fri. Sept 30, 2016
10 - 5pm: Exhibit Hall Open
12- 1:15pm: Lunch
2:50 - 3:25pm: Break
Sat. Oct 1, 2016
10 - 4pm: Exhibit Hall Open
10:05am - 10:50am : Break
12:25pm - 1:40pm: Lunch
3:15pm - 3:45pm : Break
4:00pm: Exhibit Breakdown
Exhibit Fees:
$2000 - includes one registration
$450 per Add'l Exhibitor (max 2)
10' X 10' booth incl. 8' high drape, 3' high side dividers, one 6' x 30" draped table, two chairs, one wastebasket, and a 7" x 44" one-line identification sign
More Exhibit Information
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SOCRA offers numerous sponsorship opportunities. If you don't see an opportunity that fits your needs, please contact us to discuss a customized approach.
Program Sponsorships:
Includes recognition in Annual Conference program book and on program signage.
*Bronze - $3000
incl. 1 fee waived registration (value $800)
*Silver - $5000
incl. 2 fee-waived conference registrations (value $1600)
*Gold - $7000
incl. 3 fee-waived conference registrations (value $2400)
*Platinum - $9000
incl. 4 fee-waived conference registrations (value $3200)
Other Sponsorship Ideas
Mobile App
Commemorative Giveaways
Conference Events
Lanyards
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Advertising Fees
Full Page
Color |
Full Page B/W |
1/2 Page B/W |
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$700 |
$500 |
If your ad requires resizing or typesetting, please add $100
Guidelines for Program Advertising
- Please supply a PDF or a camera ready copy of the appropriate size (paper slick).
- To submit other digital files contact the SOCRA office to discuss options.
- Full-page ads must fit a 71/4" x 9" layout; half-page ad may be
31/2" x 9" or 71/4" x 41/2"
- Half page ads may be presented in horizontal or vertical format
Ads must be submitted by August 15 to be included in the program handout
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To be held on Thursday, September 29, 2016 from 8AM - 12PM*
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