Year Conference was held: 2019
Years the Conferences has been held: 10
Disciplines: Pediatric Research
Gender Balance/Diversity Statement: Yes but no specific mention of gender equity or diversity of conference speakers (SPR values diversity and inclusion within the SPR membership and in pediatric research. There is strong evidence that diversity improves outcomes, so initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion enhance pediatric research as a whole. SPR seeks to increase diversity and inclusion through research, training awards, and active mentoring of young investigators. SPR members are active in researching how child health is affected by disparities in race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status.)
Registration Cost (US dollars): $175-$800
Total Attendance Cost (US dollars): $2000-$4000
Travel Carbon Footprint (tons of CO2): 16800
Other Carbon Footprint (tons of CO2): 4200
Associated Scientific Society/Organization: Society for Pediatric Research (SPR)
Approx number of Society members (as of 2018): 9000
Approximate Number of Conference Attendees (Exhibitors included): 8400
Geographic Location(s): Baltimore, MD. USA
Years held (Annual, Biannual, Triannual): Annual
Host, Funders and Sponsors: Mead Johnson Nutrition, Mallinckrodt, Sobi, arbor, Chiesi. Stanford Children’s Health, Abbott, endo pharmaceuticals, clementia, medela, Cincinnati Children’s. Nationwide Children’s. UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital, Seattle Children’s. Vanderbilt University department of Pediatrics, Pfizer, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Medicine, New York Presbyterian Kids, Penn State Health, Ann & Robert H.Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Lilly, Children’s Mercy Kansas City, SANDOZ a Novartis Division, SickKids the hospital for sick children, UPMC children’s hospital of Pittsburgh, ascendis pharma, Pediatric Research, abbvie, FluMist Quadrivalent, Medical College of Wisconsin, Yale New Haven Health, Health University of Utah
Digital or Virtual Options: None
Digital Archives (Recorded talks & slides): None
Electronic program dissemination:
On-site Maternity Facilities: Yes Family Room available (A Nursing Mothers Lounge will be in the convention center to give parents and children a place to relax during the meeting. The room will be equipped with comfortable furniture and separate private areas for nursing mothers. Attendees may not use this room for babysitting purposes.)
On-site Childcare Facilities/Services: Yes (KiddieCorp Child Care: Children ages 6 months – 12 years. Thank you for your interest in the Pediatric Academic Societies children’s program staffed by KiddieCorp, provider of high-quality childcare at pediatric conventions, trade shows and special events for over 31 years. KiddieCorp engages your children in a program they love while giving you critical peace of mind so you can make the most of the event! ACTIVITIES: Age-appropriate activities include daily themes, arts & crafts, group games, music & movement, board games, story time, and self-directed play using safe, sturdy equipment that you can feel comfortable with. Snacks and beverages are provided; meals must be supplied by parents or purchased when checking in your child each day. COMMITMENT: KiddieCorp team members are selected according to their integrity, experience, education, enthusiasm, and rapport with kids. In addition to carrying ample liability insurance, their low staff-to-child ratio ensures every child has a comfortable, safe and happy experience. Child Age — Staff Ratio: 6 – 11 months — 1:2, 1 – 2 years — 1:3, 3 – 5 years — 1:5, 6 -12 years — 1:7Advance registration deadline is March 31. Register early, as availability is limited and handled on a *first-come, first-served basis.)
Caregiver Grant: None
Career Development Events and Workshops: None
ECR Promotion Events: Yes (1. Basic Research Awards for Fellows, sponsored by the Junior SPR Members’ Section 2. Clinical Research Awards for Fellows, sponsored by the Junior SPR Members’ Section 3. ASPN Trainee Research Award 4. APA Trainee Award for Innovation in Pediatric Medical Education)
Travel Awards for ECRs: Yes Travel grants were available.
Code of Conduct: Yes (https://2020.pas-meeting.org/ethics-code-of-conduct/)
Safety Instructions/Apps: Yes offered an App as well (Safety – As you travel, please be aware of your surroundings and take common sense measures to protect yourself and your personal items. If necessary, PAS or local authorities will share security-related information via the PAS App, announcements, or other channels.)
Keynote Speaker Gender Balance: No information available online.
Speaker Gender Balance: No information available online.
Invited Speakers Gender Balance: No information available online.
Session Chair Gender Balance: No information available online.
Conference Chair Gender Balance: No information available online.
Enviromental Sustainability efforts: None
Public Engagement Events Outreach: None
Sustainability Initiatives/Considerations/Green Strategies/Policies: None
Conference URL: https://2019.pas-meeting.org/program-2/#sessiontype
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