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Important Dates
May 1, 2006 Deadline for Short Paper submission
June 15, 2006 Deadline for early registration

Official Language
English is the official language of the Symposium. No simultaneous translation will be provided.

Venue
DIOXIN2006 will be held at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel neighbouring the Royal Palace in the heart of Oslo.

Address:
Holbergsgate 30
NO-0166 Oslo.

Telephone: +47-23 29 30 00

Exhibition
Concurrently with the symposium a commercial and non-commercial exhibition will be organized. Companies and organizations having links with the world scientific community will be invited to display their services, products or literature. Further information about participation in the exhibition can be obtained from the Symposium Secretariat.

Accommodation
A block of rooms has been reserved at special rates for DIOXIN2006 participants at the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel and other hotels within walking distance. For more information and reservations access the Registration Section.

About Oslo
The foundation of Oslo dates back to the early 11 th century. In addition to being the seat of the government, Oslo is the business and cultural capital of the nation. Oslo has many cultural attractions and sights and is surrounded by magnificent scenery from the fjord to the forested hills. Museums and collections of international fame depict the history of the city, such as the Viking ship museum, the Vigeland Sculpture Park and the Nobel Peace Centre. The centre of Oslo is small and shopping and entertainment areas are within walking distance.

Facts
•  Municipality of Oslo: total area 454 km 2
•  Population: 550.000 (Norway approx. 4.5 mill.)
•  Forest area: 242 km 2
•  Parks, sports arenas etc.: 8 km 2
•  Number of islands in the Oslo Fjord: 40
•  Number of lakes within the city limits: 343
•  Length of the Oslo Fjord: 100 km
•  Political system in Norway: Parliamentary democracy, Kingdom

For more information please visit the website of the Oslo Visitors and Convention Bureau at http://www.visitoslo.com/ .

Climate
Oslo's climate is actually better than its northern latitude might suggest. This is due to the Gulf Stream bringing warmth from the Gulf of Mexico up the coast of Norway. Average daytime temperatures in August are about 19°C (66°F) and lowest average temperatures at night time are around 11°C (52°F).

Social Program and Tours
For social program and tours during the symposium week please view the Social Program & Tours Section.

There are many exciting attractions and sights in Oslo which you can visit on your own. For more information click here: http://www.visitoslo.com

Travelling to Oslo

By air
Oslo Airport Gardermoen connects Oslo to all the main cities in Europe and is 45 kilometres from the venue. It takes only 20 minutes to get to Oslo Central Railway Station by the Airport Express train, Flytoget or 25 minutes to THE National Theatre Station which is within walking distance from the venue (fare for both options: NOK 160). The SAS shuttle bus connects the airport directly with the Radisson SAS Scandinavia Hotel departing every 20 min (fare: NOK 120). It takes about 50 min to the hotel. Taxis offer fixed prices from and to the airport varying between NOK 400 and 700 depending on the company and time of the day. Please contact the taxi information desk in the arrival hall.

By ferry
There are also several ferry connections from Denmark (Copenhagen, Fredrikshavn and Hirtshals) and Germany (Kiel) to Oslo, and it takes only a few minutes to drive from the various terminals to the venue.

Entry formalities
Norway takes part in the Schengen co-operation and hence foreign nationals from countries within the Schengen areas do not have to show their passport when entering Norway. An ID-card is however necessary and it is therefore recommended to bring a passport after all. For all other nationals a passport is necessary and for some countries a visa is required as well. General rule: A visitor's visa may be issued for tourist travel, family visits, official assignment, business travel, study or for other reasons. A visitor's visa is valid for a maximum of three months. For further information visit the following the web sites:

http://www.norway.info/

http://www.udi.no/

Electricity
Electricity in Norway is 220 V AC with 50-Hertz cycles. Plugs used are round-ended, two-pronged, continental plugs.

Currency
Norwegian currency consists of "kroner" (NOK) and "øre"; 100 øre make up one krone. The exchange rate as of 1 January 2006 was 100 NOK = 14.8 USD or 12.5 EUR. Currency exchange banks are located at major international airports, as well as rail and ship terminals, usually located in the arrival halls. All Norwegian banks and major post offices exchange foreign currency. You may also withdraw money with your VISA card from abundant cash points in Oslo. Use of credit cards is widespread in Norway, and most stores, restaurants and taxis in Norway accept all major credit cards.

Disclaimer
The Local Organizing Committee and Congress-Conference AS accept no liability for injuries/losses of whatever nature incurred by participants and/or accompanying persons, nor for loss or damage of their luggage and/or personal belongings.