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UK Retail Fund Distribution 11 to 12 March 2008 London, United Kingdom Website: http://www.osneymedia.co.uk/tracker/osneytracker.asp?magazineid=2636 Contact name: Mariame Lindell • Explore how the mutual fund industry in the UK is evolving and the drivers behind this evolution • Understand the impact of wraps & platforms and the rise of open architecture on the distribution market (Quote booking reference 954EL) Organized by: Osney Media

Event Profile: THE BRITISH CRAFT TRADE FAIR (BCTF 2008) represents the best of British talent, an exhibition where buyers are inspired by the variety, quality and originality of products. Visitor's Profile: Trade Visitors - The manufacture or sale of products for craft, needlework, or art activities such as: decoupage, quilting, teddy bear and doll making, tapestry, papercraft, sewing, cross stitch, stencilling, stamping, weaving, embroidery, spinning, painting, or knitting & General Public. Exhibitor's Profile: The manufacture or sale of products for craft, needlework, or art activities such as: decoupage, quilting, teddy bear and doll making, tapestry, papercraft, sewing, cross stitch, stencilling, stamping, weaving, embroidery, spinning, painting, or knitting, Training and courses involving craft, art or needlework, Craft kits, Magazines or books, you must have a presence at The Needlework, Craft & Quilt Fair - THE exhibition for companies targeting CRAFT enthusiasts. Organizer: Primary Sport Management Hammonds Barn, London Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, London, United Kingdom. Tel: +(44)-(144)-246446 Fax: +(44)-(144)-246456

A triennial international conference (since 1978); papers on British and American literature, general and applied linguistics, translation and cultural studies, TESOL; selected papers will be published by the Jagiellonian University Press.

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Expected number of participants - around 350 professionals from 15-20 world countries. Working languages: English, Russian and Ukrainian. "Fruits & Vegetables of Ukraine" - it is already a very strong and internationally recognized brand for specialized international horticultural forums of Eastern Europe of highest quality. After three years of existence the Conference has been included in nearly calendars of key international and local fruit & vegetable businesses of the region. Every year the Conference gathers in Kiev from 300 to 400 professionals. Structure of the past year's "Fruits & Vegetables of Ukraine 2006. Open Market" Conference clearly demonstrates a wide interest to this event from nearly all segments of the horticultural business and confirms that the topics discussed at the event are very timely and important for all participants. It is noteworthy that in the past year's most of the participants were represented by the owners and top-management of the large companies. Active part in the conference took most of the largest fruit growers of Ukraine (apples, strawberries, peaches and other fruits), many large and medium greenhouse companies, basically all leading input suppliers, as well as companies which supplied drip irrigation systems, equipment for post harvest handling, packing and storage of fruits and vegetables, largest distributors, exports and importers of fresh produce, many large processors and several nationwide and international supermarket chains. Foreign and international companies at the conference were usually represented by input, equipment and machinery suppliers. Many importers and exporters also came to visit the conference, learn about the market and conclude fruitful contracts. There were also several international experts from other countries, who took part in the Conference. In total 37% of participants represented 16 world countries and 63% represented Ukrainian businesses. It is our strict rule that at our conferences we provide only exclusive and up-to-date information! This year's Conference is called "Fruits & Vegetables of Ukraine 2007. Meeting New Leader". While only 4 years ago we called our first horticultural conference "Market of New Opportunities". In just 4 years Ukraine has made a huge step forward in the development of the horticultural market and basically became the regional leader among the FSU countries. Below are several examples that clearly demonstrate Ukraine's progress: In 2006/07 Ukraine has exported more than 50,000 MT of fresh onions (including 20,000 MT exported to Poland and other EU countries), while only a couple of years ago Ukraine was one of the largest importers of onions. In 2004 Ukraine has 10-12 working processing plants ãîäó and in 2006 their number has grown to around 125. Most of the produced canned vegetables and fruits are exported and the market has been grown by more than 100% per year. In the past 4 years Ukraine has become one of the largest exporter of watermelons in Europe and production of melons and watermelons has more than doubled in 2006. Area under fruits and vegetables grown with drip irrigation in Ukraine has grown more than fivefold in the past 4 years (more than 100% per annum!). Presently total area of fruits and vegetables under drip irrigation in Ukraine is estimated at 45-50 thousand hectares! Ukraine has the largest area of modern greenhouses among FSU countries and continues growing it rapidly. Ukraine is the second largest producer of potatoes in Europe now after Russia. Typical cabbage harvest in Ukraine is larger than total production of cabbage in the EU-15 put together. Ukraine is one of the world leaders of gherkin production in the world and produces around 1.5mn MT of open field tomatoes every year. Ukraine is also the largest producer of cucumbers in Europe. Ukraine is one of the world leaders in cherry production and it continues to rapidly expand the area of modern cherry orchards. Considering the amount of investments into the modern orchards noted in Ukraine, the country could become a large exporter of fruits (especially apple) while presently it is a large importer. This year already Ukraine has actively exported berries. Modern cold storage facilities (including ULO or CA) are built in Ukraine more rapidly than anywhere else in the region. Without any governmental support the total size of modern storage facilities is more than doubling every year. Ukraine plans to become a WTO member in 2007-2008, which would further liberalize trade of fresh produce, inputs and equipment for horticultural business. Working languages of the Conference: Ukrainian, Russian and English Subjects discussed at the Conference: Outlook for greenhouse business of Ukraine considering global trends in consumption, logistics and energy prices. Production and price outlook for fruits, vegetables and berries in 2007/08. Potential of exports and imports of fruits & vegetables. Where to sell Ukraine's canned vegetables? Industry outlook for 2008 and strategically. Overview of vacant market niches for horticultural business of Ukraine. Presentation of modern technologies of long-term storage and transportation of fruits & vegetables. Post harvest handling of fruits, vegetables and berries - new ideas and trends. New in the technologies of fruits & vegetables production. Additional Information condictions, sponsorship packages, advertising opportunities and other information you will find on the web-site

The Third International Conference on Computer Vision Theory and Applications (VISAPP) aims at becoming a major point of contact between research scientists, engineers and practitioners on the area of computer vision applications systems. Four simultaneous tracks will be held, covering all different aspects related to computer vision, from Image Formation to Image Understanding including Motion Analysis and Stereo Vision. Papers describing advanced prototypes, systems, tools and techniques and general survey papers indicating future directions are also encouraged. Papers describing original work are invited in any of the areas listed below. Accepted papers, presented at the conference by one of the authors, will be published in the Proceedings of VISAPP. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance and originality. There will be both oral and poster sessions. Special sessions, dedicated to case-studies and commercial presentations, as well as technical tutorials, dedicated to technical/scientific topics, are also envisaged: companies interested in presenting their products/methodologies or researchers interested in lecturing a tutorial are invited to contact the conference secretariat. CONFERENCE AREAS Each of these topic areas is expanded below. Papers should address one or more of the listed topics, although authors should not feel limited by them. Unlisted but related topics are also allowed. 1. Image Formation and Processing 2. Image Analysis 3. Image Understanding 4. Motion, Tracking and Stereo Vision

Dear Colleague, -On behalf of the Egyptian members of the Asian Pacific Association for the Study of the Liver (APASL), it is our pleasure to invite you to join us at the 3rd single topic conference of APASL which will be held in Cairo, Egypt, January 30- February 1st, 2008. APASL is currently one of the most rapidly growing associations of clinicians and researchers involved in the fight against liver diseases. More than 3800 participants had shared in the very successful last annual meeting held in Kyoto, Japan, March, 2007. For long time, Egypt has been mis-recognized as a pure African country. This is not true, we are Afro-Asians as we have a large part of our country being as part of Asia. It involves the whole area of Sinai which is present to the east of the red sea. It is interesting to notice that this area is the only geographical link between Africa and Asia. Therefore, it will be a great opportunity to extend our relations and friendship to our colleagues in Asia as well as the whole world. -It is delightful to note that many internationally distinguished faculties have already accepted to share with us their clinical experience in liver fibrosis in the meeting. -There is no doubt that your enthusiasm, your scientific achievements and your willingness to share with us the newest research results will make the Cairo meeting a great success. -Cairo, the capital of Egypt is a historical, so beautiful and sunny city. Cairo has been best equipped with many high quality hotels and convention facilities. During your visit you can enjoy different cultural and historical contentment. -We look forward to welcoming you to Cairo, Egypt 2008 to share with us such fruitful meeting. Additional Information Venue : Grand Hyatt Cairo Grand Hyatt Cairo is part of a deluxe business and leisure complex situated on El Roda Island, a peaceful haven directly on the River Nile, and a perfect, central location within the business and commercial district of the city of Cairo, only 20 kilometres / 14 miles from Cairo International Airport and 20 kilometres / 14 miles from the Giza Pyramids. Language : The official language of the conference is English.

Increasingly the baby boomer generation (those born 1947 to 1964) presents a sizable and lucrative market. Financially buoyant with an insatiable appetite for new mid-life challenges, the 45 to 65 segment is a dynamic consumer with strong spending power. There is no time like now to tap the silver market in Singapore through a diverse range of lifestyle products and services designed for the mature community. This bustle forms the backdrop of Silver Industry Conference and Exhibition (SICEX) 2008, designed to harness the opportunities of the silver market, as well as to position Singapore as a regional leader in the emerging silver industry in Asia. Additional Information Conference Theme: “Turning Silver into Gold: Opportunities in Asia” Organised in conjunction the Exhibition, the Conference boasts internationally renowned speakers including: • Nobel Prize Winner Prof Robert Merton, Harvard Business School • Prof Williem van Gelder, Global Director Research of Numico • Dr Joseph Coughlin, founder and Director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology AgeLab • And many others Who Should Attend • Policy Makers • Government Officers • Academia • Researchers • Industry Consultants • Marketing Professionals • Healthcare / Rehabilitation Providers and Administrators • Financial Planners • Leisure / Travel / Wellness Providers • Assistive Technology Consultants • Voluntary Welfare Officers • Owners, Operators, Managers and Developers for the mature industry

Letter from Dr. Bell president of the IFPA The Honor of Your Presence is Requested for the “Fitness Vegas Conference” a multifaceted show being held December 13-15, 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Your attendance will entitle you to the BEST PRESENTATIONS by the BEST PRESENTERS in the fitness industry! You will learn the most VALUABLE SECRETS available in the world today on exercise, fitness, nutrition, sports conditioning, motivation, physiology, career enhancement and much, much more. You will be learning directly from INDUSTRY LEADERS, the most dedicated, effective and accomplished educators you will find anywhere! Their workshops and lectures are carefully and precisely planned to insure you maximize your learning experience. NO ACADEMIC THEORY “from ACADEMICIANS, bereft of practical experience and know how! No “INFOMERCIALS” from SLICK SALES MEN manipulating you into buying their wares! Just the BEST of KNOWLEDGE, PRESENTED BY THE VERY BEST OF EXPERTS, driven to teach you the information and skills you need to become a MASTER at your CRAFT! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved… I have gotten more than my monies worth already… from attending THE FIRST SESSION! You too, have an opportunity to discover for yourself, the difference… The knowledge you need to live a longer, fuller, happier and optimum LIFE! The KNOWLEDGE YOU MUST HAVE TO ACHIEVE YOUR DESTINY AND MAXIMIZE YOUR POTENTIAL MENTALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, SPIRITUALLY, ARTISTICALLY, and FINANCIALLY! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved… the sessions are phenomenal, I can’t believe how much I have learned and the Presenters are INCREDIBLE, but the best part is the WONDERFUL FRIENDS I HAVE MADE, AND THE CAMARADERIE I feel with all the people here that are so POSITIVE, MOTIVATING and HELPFUL. This feels more like a WONDERFUL CLASS REUNION than a fitness conference! Many, many attendees of past “Fitness By the Bay” Conferences have raved … I learned more in these three days than I have learned in my previous 30 years about fitness and nutrition, but I have to tell you, the LOCATION is SUPERB! I love the restaurants, nightclubs, shopping and all the activities at the International Mall and I had no idea there was so much to do in Tampa! What could be better, I doubled my knowledge and got a VACATION too! Well now the IFPA has joined the A4M,Doctors Fitness Centers and Fitness Vegas to bring you more. A different venue but more education, more fitness and even more fun! Additional Information Rates Before Oct.10 3-Day Member $299 3-Day Nonmember $329 1-Day $149 After October 10th 3-Day Memeber $329 3-Day Nonmember $379 1-Day $199 Be sure to reserve your hotel room at The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino and receive the discounted conference rates. See you in Vegas!

The International Conference of Alternative Therapies 2008 is a multi-national celebration of holistic therapeutic modalities including hypnotherapy, aromatherapy, reflexology, yoga, and many more. The conference will be held for two days in August 2008 in Seoul, South Korea, and will feature prominent speakers in their respective fields of expertise. Product booths will also display unique healing information and products. You don't want to miss this life-changing investment! Additional Information Register early (before December 30, 2007) for the ICAT 2008 and receive an automatic 10% discount on the registration fee! The discount registration fee is $270, and is good for entry to all conference programs. If you wish to reserve a display table, please add an additional $50 to the registration fee.