The meeting will be held at the University of Vienna, Central Building, Dr. Karl Lueger Ring 1, A-1010 Vienna, Austria.
The University of Vienna was founded in 1365 by Duke Rudolf IV and is therefore one of the oldest universities in Europe. The University is proud of having been the home of several Nobel Prize Laureates.
63,000 students from 130 countries are currently enrolled at the University which offers more than 135 Bachelor, Master, Diploma and Doctoral programmes in the fields of study covered by its Faculties. Research and education at the University of Vienna encompasses a broad spectrum of scientific disciplines, ranging from theology, jurisprudence, economics, computer science, to the humanities, the social as well as natural and life sciences. The University participates in the SOCRATES/ERASMUS programme (more than 300 bilateral agreements), is a member of the UNICA network and has partnership agreements with 50 more universities all over the world.
The Institute of Inorganic Chemistry was founded in 1960 developed from various units from the last decades of the 19 century onwards. The "new" Institute of Inorganic Chemistry was founded in 2005. This was the last innovative step within this historical development. The institute focuses on the role of metal compounds for life and health care and in particular on the development of anticancer-active compounds. Another main point is environmental chemistry.
The official language of the congress will be English (no simultaneous translation).
Liability
In registering for the ICBIC 13 participants agree that neither the organising committee nor the congress office assume any liability whatsoever. Participants are requested to make their own arrangements regarding health and travel. Further, the organizers cannot assume any liability for changes in the program or cancellation of the event due to external or unforeseen circumstances and force majeure.
Public Transportation in Vienna
Vienna offers an efficient and modern system of public transportation with trains, underground, trams and buses. Almost all hotels have easy access to the public transportation system. A weekly ticket, valid on all train, bus, tram, and subway lines within Vienna, is € 12.50 and a single-ride ticket costs € 1.50. The "Vienna ticket" being valid for 72 hours and with reduced entrance fee for museums is € 16.90. Tickets can be purchased at any major subway station and tobacco (Tabak) stores.
Pubs
Pubs can be found at almost every corner of the city. Check out the Pubs' guide!
Safety - Crime
Crime levels are low in Vienna, at least in terms of violent crime, and it is one of the few cities where women will happily walk home alone. However, watch out for cunning pickpockets, especially when on the train from the airport to the city centre, watching street performers, or travelling by tram or bus.
Shops
Shops in Vienna are usually open from Monday to Friday, 9:00 - 19:00 , Saturdays 9:00 - 17:00 . They are closed on Sunday. Some shops remain open until 21:00 on Thursday. Most shops accept all major credit and "Maestro" cards.
Travel Information
Vienna is situated in the heart of central Europe and has direct flights from all major European and International Cities . To reach the city from Vienna-Schwechat Airport , take an express train, the CAT (City Airport Train), airport bus, or taxi. The airport bus leaves every 20 minutes from 6:00 A.M. to midnight and goes to Schwedenplatz, to Westbahnhof, and to the Vienna International Center. From the train stations (Westbahnhof, Südbahnhof, Franz-Josefs Bahnhof and Nordbahnhof), the city center may be reached by express train ( Schnellbahn), underground, or tram.
Vienna
Vienna, with its approximately 2 million inhabitants is situated in the heart of Europe. Its geographic, as well as its geopolitical, location has established Vienna after the Second World War as a center for international meetings. It is a popular location for conferences; moreover, it is one of the United Nations Headquarters, and also home to a number of other international organizations. Vienna is a city on which its ever-changing history has left an indelible mark, reflected also in its rich cultural heritage. Viennese writers, musicians, artists and scientists have forged new directions for the modern world in every field. Today Vienna offers old historical palaces and modern shopping centers, Austrian food and haute cuisine, Viennese coffee houses and Greek restaurants, opera performances and jazz sessions, classical concerts and open air festivals, antique shops and elegant boutiques - all these contrasts are harmonized into something typically Viennese.
Visas and Passports
Holders of passports from Western Europe. North America and Australia will not need a visa to enter Austria. For some nationalities a visa is required; please consult or enquire at your local Austrian embassy or your travel agent. An official invitation letter can be requested from the conference Secretary General for visa purposes. As visa applications can take up to three months, early application is recommended.
Weather Conditions
The average temperature in Vienna in July is +22 to +30°C. This month is usually very sunny.
Conference Venue: University of Vienna, Dr. Karl-Lueger Ring 1, A-1010 Vienna, Austria, eMail
July 15th, 2007
Journal of Biological Inorganic Chemistry: Abstracts of the 13th International Conference on Biological Inorganic Chemistry
Helvetica Chimica Acta announces three poster awards
March 26th, 2007
Chemistry and Biodiversity announces three poster awards
March 26th, 2007
Additionally to the abstract volume produced by JBIC you will find a CD of the conference abstracts sponsored by Helvetica Chimica Acta in your bag.
March 9th, 2007
Eurasia-Pacific Uninet has awarded 7 short term grants to young scientists from member institutions of Eurasia-Pacific Uninet to attend ICBIC13, July 15 – 20 in Vienna.
March 9th, 2007
The Federal Ministry of Science and Research has awarded 9 short term grants to young scientists, below 35, from Eastern- or South Eastern Europe (non EU states) to attend ICBIC13, July 15 – 20 in Vienna.
Applications (CV, letter of recommendation, list of publications) should be submitted to icbic13@ap.univie.ac.at for attention of Professor Bernhard Keppler, Chairman ICBIC 13.
Februray 28th, 2007
New Deadline for Pre-Registration & Payment at Reduced Rate:
