eChallenges e-2010 Conference

eChallenges e-2010 Conference & Exhibition (27 - 29 October) takes place in the Marriott Warsaw, coinciding with Chopin's 200th Anniversary. Technical Co-Sponsored by IEEE, this is the twentieth in a series of annual technology research conferences Supported by the European Commission, which regularly attracts over 650 delegates from leading commercial, government and research organisations around the world to share knowledge and experience, lessons learnt and good practice in areas of applied Information Communication Technologies (ICT).

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ADVANCE PROGRAMME
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The Programme (http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/default.asp?page=programme-new) consists of over 150 presenters from 34 Countries encompassing Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.
 
Keynote speakers confirmed to date include:
- Mrs Katarzyna Sobierajska, Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Sport and Tourism of the Republic of Poland
- Mrs Magdalena Gaj, Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Infrastructure, Poland
- Representative, Ministry of Science and Higher Education, Poland
- Representative, Department of Information Society, Ministry of Interior and Administration, Poland
- Mario Campolargo, Director, DG Information Society and Media, European Commission
- David Broster, Head of Information Technology & Services Unit, Joint Research Centre IPTS, Spain
 
The 3-day programme features an invigorating mix of business and government case studies, technical and policy papers and interactive workshops. As well as opening and closing plenary sessions, delegates may participate in over 50 thematically focused parallel session featuring different aspects of Networked Enterprise, eGovernment and eDemocracy, Collaborative Working Environments, Living Labs, eHealth, Intelligent Content, Technology Enhanced Learning, eInfrastructures and Security and Identity Management.
 
The conference programme is complemented by a demonstration and exploitation focused Exhibition, social events including a Networking  Reception hosted by the Warsaw Convention Bureau (27 October) and a Gala Dinner hosted by the Ministry of Sport and Tourism (28 October).
 
You can download the Advance Programme brochure from 

http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/files/e2010_AdvanceProgramme.pdf

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Presentation Opportunities

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There are a limited number of presentation opportunities remaining in the Programme. If you wish to present a case study but missed the Call for Papers, please contact us at secretariat@eChallenges.org

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CALL FOR EXHIBITORS
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The eChallenges e-2010 Exhibition showcases research results and applications through technology demonstrations and posters, whether funded commercially, or national, regional or European level. 

Exhibitors can apply online for Demonstration Stands or a Poster Display Stand before 10 September. More information is available at http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/default.asp?page=exhibinfo
 
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REGISTRATION

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Online Registration for eChallenges e2010 is available at http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/default.asp?page=registration
 
All participants should complete registration prior to the event. More information on registration is available at http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/default.asp?page=registration
 
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
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There are a number of events taking place in Warsaw just before, during and after eChallenges and therefore it is necessary to book accommodation as soon as possible.
 
We have negotiated rates for delegates with Marriott Warsaw (Conference Venue). Delegates can book accommodation online as part of their registration but it is necessary to pay for the accommodation in advance to secure the group booking. More information is available at http://www.echallenges.org/e2010/default.asp?page=accommodation

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Support Organisations
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eChallenges e-2010 is supported by the Ministry of Sport and Tourism, Poland; Warsaw Convention Bureau and Convention Bureau of Poland.
 
eChallenges e-2010 is also supported by DG Information Society & Media of the European Commission.
 
We look forward to meeting you in Warsaw. Please contact the Conference Secretariat secretariat@eChallenges.org if you have any queries.
 

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eChallenges e2010 Organising Committee
E-mail: secretariat@eChallenges.org
Web: www.eChallenges.org
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Miriam Cunningham
IIMC International Information Management Corporation Ltd
353-1-8170607 (O)
353-1-8170606 (F)
E-mail: miriam@iimg.com
Web: www.iimg.com
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