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General informationABOUT THE XXXI WORLD CONGRESS OF AUDIOLOGYThe World Congress of Audiology (till — 2010 International Congress of Audiology) is the biennial congress of the International society of Audiology. And is held in different regions of the world to discuss important issues in relation to audiology. The XXXI World Congress of Audiology which will be held in 2012 in Moscow, will be jointly organized by the International Society of Audiology (ISA) and Russian Society of Audiology. ISA Executive CommitteeBOARD: MEMBERS-AT-LARGE: EDITORS: AUDINEWS: Sanford E. Gerber, PhD Website: Viktor Koci Organizing and Scientific CommitteeGeorge Tavartkiladze, Chairman CONGRESS OFFICIAL TOURISM AGENCY CONGRESS SECRETARIATNational Research Centre for Audiology and Hearing Rehabilitation123 Leninsky ave, 117513, Moscow, Russia Tel.: +7 (499) 749-6103 Fax: +7 (499) 749-6105 E-mail: WCA2012@audiology.ru XXXI WORLD CONGRESS OF AUDIOLOGY WEBSITE: www.wca2012.ru CONGRESS VENUEWorld Trade Center Moscow takes great pride in being regarded as Russia’s the foremost business centre. Being member of the global network of World Trade Centres (World Trade Centers Association — WTCA), International Congress & Convention Association (ICCA), Association Internationale de Palais de Congrès (AIPC) and International Union of Exhibitions and Fairs (IUEF), WTC Moscow offers the full range of event services that meet the highest standards set up by these top industry Associations. Over the time and through many prestigious events, such as congresses, exhibitions, banquets etc., WTC Congress Center has gained a vast amount of experience and considered to be the most versatile, professionally equipped and complete convention site in Russia. Congress Center of World Trade Center Moscow, a purpose-built world class venue, fully renovated in 2008, provides appropriate solutions for all types of events and can welcome up to 3,600 participants. The convenient location downtown Moscow, with just a 10 min. walking distance from Moscow Kremlin and the historical hearth of the city combined with the strategically location in the vicinity of “Moscow City”, a major business district and Expocentre fairgrounds – Russian largest international exhibition complex. Official LanguageThe official language of the Congress is English. No simultaneous translation will be provided. Congress Identification BadgeA symposium identification badge will be included in the congress material provided on registration. There will be no admittance to the scientific sessions without the symposium badge. Invitations for social events will be collected on entry. The symposium identification badges will be also most helpful in contacts with other participants. Attendance CertificateA certificate of attendance will be included in the congress material provided. Passport and Visa requirements for foreignersFor more information visit: www.reisebuero-welt.com - the official tourist agency of the Symposium. Liability and InsuranceAll participants are reminded that neither the Organising Committee nor the technical organizer are liable for any losses, accidents or damage to persons or private property. Participants and accompanying persons are requested to make their own arrangements in respect of health and travel insurance. ElectricityElectricity in Moscow, Russia is 220V, 50Hz. Outlets can be either "Continental Europe type" or "Europlug". TimeMoscow time is three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Climate and DressThe weather is generally pleasant in April-May, with an average day temperature of 15-18 C. However, it can be changeable and participants are advised to bring a raincoat or umbrella. CurrencyAll payments in Russia are made in Russian rubles. You can change your money for rubles in commercial banks, numerous exchange offices, in hotels, just try to find a board with the inscription "Currency Exchange" on it. Most hotels, shops and restaurants, especially those, located in the city center accept all main types of credit cards. Sometimes you may be asked to show your passport or any other document to identify the credit card. These days the Russians use 10-, 50-, 100- , 500-, 1000-, and 5000- ruble notes. Coins are also issued: 1 kopeika, 5 kopeeks, 10 kopeeks, 50 kopeeks, 1 ruble, 2 rubles, 5 rubles and 10 rubles. It is useful to have some coins in a pocket. Useful telephone numbersCountry Code for Russia - 7, City Code for Moscow - 495 and 499 |