Learning, Memory and Cognitive Function Mechanisms, Pathology and Therapeutics

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1 International Symposium on Learning, Memory and Cognitive Function Mechanisms, Pathology and Therapeutics February 10-12, 2008 Valencia, Spain PRELIMINARY PROGRAM Richard G. Morris. University of Edinburgh, U.K. Role of activity-dependent synaptic plasticity in memory Agnès Gruart i Massó. Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Sevilla, Spain. Hippocampal LTP and acquisition of associative learning in behaving mice Graham L. Collingridge. University of Bristol, UK. Metabotropic and NMDA glutamate receptors in hippocampal LTP Denise Manahan-Vaughan. Ruhr University Bochum, Germany. Metabotropic glutamate receptors in spatial learning and memory John O Keefe. University College London, UK. How hippocampal place cells learn to discriminate contexts Susan J. Sara. CNRS, College de France, Paris, France. Noradrenergic modulation of cognitive function Robert McDonald. University of Lethbridge, Canada. Multiple memory systems: the power of interactions Bruno Poucet. CNRS et Université de Provence, Marseille, France. Neural networks involved in spatial navigation Fransico Olucha. Universitat de València-Estudi General, Valencia, Spain. The nucleus incertus circuitry may control learning and memory processes through arousal related centers Andrea Mele. Universita di Roma La Sapienza, Roma, Italy. Role of nucleus accumbens in learning and memory Chris I De Zeeuw. Erasmus MC, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Continuing coordination in the cerebellum José M. Delgado-García. Universidad Pablo de Olavide, Sevilla, Spain. A new approach to the role of cerebellum in motor learning John Freeman. University of Iowa, USA. Multiple memory systems in the cerebellum

2 Jan Born. University of Lubeck, Germany. Sleep and memory consolidation Joseph L. LeDoux. New York University, USA. Cellular and neural mechanisms of emotional learning Giulio Pasinetti. The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, USA. Current directions in disease modifying strategies in Alzheimer' disease therapy Vicente Felipo. Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe, Valencia, Spain. Restoration of learning ability in liver failure and hepatic encephalopathy by pharmacological manipulation of brain cgmp John F. Disterhoft. Northwestern University, Chicago, USA. Aging, synaptic plasticity and learning

3 MEETING VENUE The International Symposium on Learning, Memory and Cognitive Function. Mechanisms, Pathology and Therapeutics will be held in the Santiago Grisolía Auditorium in the Museo de las Ciencias Príncipe Felipe of Valencia (Spain). The museum, designed by Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, and with an auditorium of square metres, provides the perfect venue for this symposium. These emblematic projects have turned Valencia, with its heritage of over two thousand years of history, into a most modern city. The city is easily accessible by road, rail, sea and air. Its culture, cuisine and academic tradition along with its location on the Mediterranean coast and its pleasant climate, make the city the ideal setting for this symposium. Auditorium Santiago Grisolía Museo de las Ciencias Príncipe Felipe Avenida Autopista del Saler, Valencia, Spain CALL FOR ABSTRACTS Participants are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentation, the majority being presented as poster. Acceptance will be based upon the quality and relevance of the submissions. Abstracts, not exceeding one page in length (width 12 cm; height 20 cm, font size 12), with single-spaced text, should preferably be sent by to [email protected], before the deadline expires on December 31 st, Each abstract must include: title (in CAPITAL LETTERS) and the names of the authors (the name of presenting author should be underlined). After the name of the last author the address of the institution or organization should be stated. Abstracts will be reproduced in the same condition in which they were received for inclusion in symposium documentation. They will not be subject to editing. Authors of accepted abstracts will be notified from January 14 th, 2008 onwards. The poster exhibition will be situated in the hall of the auditorium. It will be open throughout the meeting.

4 SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE Jorge L. Arias Universidad de Oviedo. Asturias, Spain. INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON LEARNING, MEMORY AND COGNITIVE FUNCTION José M. Delgado-García. Universidad Pablo de Olavide. Sevilla, Spain. Vicente Felipo Centro de Investigación Príncipe Felipe. Valencia, Spain. Francisco Olucha Universitat de Valencia-Estudi General. Valencia, Spain. ORGANIZING COMMITTEE President: Members: Vicente Felipo Jordi Boix Omar Cauli Nisrin El Mlili Marta Llansola Pilar Monfort Carmina Montoliu Blanca Piedrafita Regina Rodrigo Amparo Urios SYMPOSIUM SECRETARIAT Cátedra Santiago Grisolía Fundación Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias Prolongación Paseo de la Alameda, 42-B 1º 1ª Valencia, Spain Tel.: Fax: [email protected] TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION The travel agency Viajes Iberia has booked rooms in several hotels within walking distance of the venue. Information can be obtained from: Ms. Matilde García-Conde Tel: Fax: [email protected] LANGUAGE The lectures will be given in English with simultaneous translation into Spanish.

5 REGISTRATION FEE Up to December 31 st : 100 After December 31 st : 200 Students: 50 Registration fee for participants includes scientific sessions, coffee breaks and the symposium material. A certificate of attendance will be given to all registered participants. PAYMENT Bank transfer to Fundación Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias at: Bank: BANCAJA Swift code for international bank transfers: IBAN: ES BIC: CVALESVVXXX Account number for Spanish bank transfers: Please send a copy of the bank transfer with your name either by fax or e- mail: [email protected] WITH THE SPONSORSHIP AND THE COLLABORATION OF