SLTB2024: 60th Anniversary Meeting of the Society for Low Temperature Biology
Manchester Institute for Biotechnology, September 11-13, 2024
Dear colleagues and fellow researchers,
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to attend the upcoming 60th Anniversary Meeting of the Society for Low Temperature Biology, to be held at the Manchester Institute for Biotechnology (MIB) at the University of Manchester, UK, on September 11-13, 2024. Registration is open here. The abstract submission portal will open shortly.
We welcome abstracts covering the full range of cryobiological topics including, but not limited to, fundamentals of cryobiology, reproductive cryobiology, plant cryopreservation, cryopreservation for cell therapies, cold adaptation, cryopreservation of blood products, whole organism cryopreservation, and cryosurgery. The meeting will have a particular focus on the history of the SLTB and sustainable biobanking.
Travel and accomodation information are below. Abstract submission will be opened shortly.
In case of questions please email sltb2024@gmail.com
We hope to see you in Manchester in September 2024 for what promises to be a truly outstanding conference!
Sincerely,
The Organizing Committee
About Manchester
Manchester, is one of (if not the most) vibrant city in the UK. It offers a many attractions for work and pleasure visitors. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history by visiting the gothic architecture at John Rylands Library and Manchester Cathedral. Art enthusiasts can explore fine art at Manchester Art Gallery and the Whitworth. For sports fans, a tour of the grounds of the worlds most famous football club Manchester United is a must along with the National Football Museum. If you’re into science, the Science and Industry Museum is a great place to visit and the Manchester Museum is free, and based within the grounds of the University. Manchester is also renowned for its entertainment and nights out , with theatres, and legendary clubs and bars and has an incredible food scene from the ‘curry mile’ to much more.
https://www.visitmanchester.com/things-to-see-and-do/
https://www.citytripplanner.com/why-you-should-forget-london-and-visit-manchester/
Travel
Manchester is exceptionally well connected.
Visitors can travel from Manchester Airport to the City centre very easily.
Train: The airport’s terminals are linked directly to the city centre by a fast, frequent 24-hour train link to both Piccadilly and Oxford Road stations. There are ticket machines available. If you arrive in the morning before e.g. 9.30 you will need a PEAK time ticket.
Tram: There is a frequent tram from the Airport to the City Centre. The tram takes up to 1 hour and run every 12 minutes. The price is £4.60. You can just scan your credit/debit card at the yellow terminals (as shown in image below) at the start AND end of journey. If you need a receipt buy a ticket from one of the machines at the tram station for a 4 zone ticket. Full information here https://tfgm.com and can download an app for stops/destination information.
Taxi: A taxi from the airport to the University will cost approximately £20 during off-peak time. We DO NOT recommend this as it is slower, more expensive than the excellent public transport.
Buses: Many buses run into the city from the airport but the tram option is easier.
Conference Location: Manchester Institute of Biotechnology
Address 131 Princess Street, Manchester M1 7DN, United Kingdom. https://www.mib.manchester.ac.uk/
The main entrance to the MIB is best found using this EXACT location link: https://w3w.co/active.cubs.icon
Or via google maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/wCtJj2RL5RSSud738
Hotels
The Conference organisers recommend you book accommodation soon as Manchester, being one of the most exciting cities in Europe, is a popular destination. Some suggestions are below but good value can be had by being further out and using the trains/tram. E.g. Stockport is 10 minute train into the city (and connected to the airport). The following hotels are close
Good value Options
Premier Inn
This hotel is opposite the conference venue. <1 minute walk. https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/greater-manchester/manchester/manchester-city-centre-princess-street.html
Many other Premier Inn Locations. They tend to include breakfast and are generally nice quality and good value.
Pendulum Hotel
1 min from conference location. Exceptionally close. https://www.pendulumhotel.co.uk
Travel Lodge.
Similar to Premier Inn, but can be a bit cheaper.
Upper Brook Street. 20 minute walk https://www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/523/Manchester-Upper-Brook-Street-hotel
Manchester PIccadily https://www.travelodge.co.uk/hotels/581/Manchester-Piccadilly-hotel In the cite centre (so might be noisy). 15 minute walk.