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Join Over 1,000 of your
Colleagues at SOCRA's 24th Annual Conference
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For the 24th year, SOCRA will bring together
clinical research professionals from across the world. Located in
the heart of Denver, CO, this three day conference will offer
current information and tools, best practices, and training to
assure that you're up-to-date and compliant in your clinical
research practice. The program will feature academic sessions, a
peer-driven poster session, and an exhibit program. Learn
More.
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Opening Plenary Speakers:
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Affordable Care Act and Research: Where Have We Been
and Where Are We Going
President, Rockpointe Corporation
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My Life as a Type 1 Diabetic - Before, During, and After an Islet
Cell Transplant
Gregory Lee, BS
Founder, Agerasia, Inc.
An Update from the
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)
Jean Slutsky, MSPH, PA
Chief Engagement and Dissemination Officer,
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute
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The 2015 Annual Conference Agenda features
more than 100 presentations!
8 Tracks / 25 Sessions
Advanced Management
Behavioral Research
Canadian Regulations /
Inspections
Complementary / Alternative Medicine
Data Management / EDC
Device Research
Enrollment / Retention
Ethics in Research
Finance and Billing
GCP Audit Preparedness
Health Disparities
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Hot Topics
Informed Consent
International Research
Investigator-Initiated Research
IRB Issues-Solutions-Methods
Monitoring
Nutrition Research
Oncology Research
Pediatric Research
Project Management
Risk Management
Site Management
Training
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Click Here for a Schedule of Breakout
Sessions
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14 Half Day Workshops offered on Thursday, Sept. 17
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- Preparing
for the FDA Clinical Investigator Site Inspection
- IRBs
and the Informed Consent Process
- Legal
Issues Involving Researchers, Including Fraud and Misconduct
- Presenting
Clinical Research Evidence
- Clinical
Research Administration, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation and
Finance: A Site's Perspective
- GCP
101 for Sites: New Study Coordinator Workshop
- Statistics
in Clinical Research: Understanding Protocols and Statistical
References
- Device
Research Regulatory Basics
- Project
Management & Process Standardization in Clinical Trials
- Risk-Based
Management - Principles and Practices for Successful
Management of Clinical Research
- Grant
Writing and Protocol Development
- SOP
Development and Implementation
- NEW!!
Investigator-Initiated Sponsored Research (IISR)
- NEW!! Optimal
Study Start-Up Through Protocol Assessment
Click for Workshop Descriptions
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Deadline for Submissions to be Considered for the
Poster Special Recognition Award Competition - July 21
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Special Recognition Award Competition Offers $500
Special Recognition Award and Fee Waived Annual Conference
Registration to the following year's annual conference*
Submit a Poster Abstract
Abstracts of approximately 500 words are requested for
identification, evaluation, and publishing of poster presentations
in one of two categories.
Clinical Trials: Scientific papers reporting findings of treatment,
intervention, or survey studies
Clinical Research Management: Critical reviews, position papers, or
descriptive case reports dealing with issues associated with
implementation, coordination, or management of clinical research or
programs.
* Abstracts submitted after July 21 may be accepted
for display but will not be considered for the competition.
Abstracts to be considered for a special recognition award will be
accepted through July 21. Submissions will be subject to
blinded review by a panel of experts in clinical research.
The author of the poster receiving the highest score in each of the
above categories will receive a $500.00 award and a fee waived
registration to the 2016 annual conference.
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**Up to 19 hours of CNE, CME and SOCRA CE
offered **
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Continuing
Education Credit Hours:
SOCRA designates this educational activity for a
maximum of 19*Continuing
Education Credits for SOCRA CE and Nurse CNE. SOCRA designates this
live activity for a maximum of 19 (15 credits Annual
Conference, 4 credits pre-conference) AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the
extent of their participation in the activity.
* The Annual Conference offers 15 credits (maximum).
Pre-conference Workshops offer an additional 4 credits
(maximum).
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Hotel Accommodations /
Transportation
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SOCRA's discounted sleeping room rate of $165 S/D
USD at the Sheraton Denver Downtown is available until the room
block is filled or until Aug. 24, 2015.
Please make your
reservations as soon as possible. To reserve a room, call (888) 627-8405 (mention
"SOCRA") or book online
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If you are traveling by air, Denver International Airport is about 26 miles
and 35 minutes from the hotel.
Taxi:
Taxi fare from the airport to the hotel is estimated
at $55 USD.
Shared ride service between the Denver International Airport and the
Sheraton Denver Downtown hotel is available through Super Shuttle
at a discounted rate of $40 (per roundtrip fare) for SOCRA
attendees. Visit the SOCRA website for
details.
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Early Registration Fee Available until August 13
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Main
Conference:
Fri. Sept. 18 - Sun. Sept. 20
Preconference
Workshops:
Thurs. Sept 17
Certification
Exam:
Thurs. Sept 17
(registration deadline August 6)
CRP Prep & GCP
Review
Course:
Wed. Sept 16
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Sheraton Denver Downtown
1550 Court Place
Denver, Colorado 80202
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Don't miss this opportunity to reach more than 1,000
clinical research professionals!
Exhibit Hours:
Thurs. Sept
16, 2015
6-7pm: Reception w/
Exhibits
Fri. Sept 17, 2015
10 - 5pm: Exhibit Hall Open
Sat. Sept 18, 2015
10 - 4pm: Exhibit Hall Open
10:05am - 10:50am : Break
4:00pm: Exhibit Breakdown
Exhibit Fees:
$2000 - includes one
registration
$450 per Add'l Exhibitor (max 2)
10' X 10'
booth incl. 8' high drape, 3' high side dividers, one 6' x 30"
draped table, two chairs, one wastebasket, and a 7" x 44"
one-line identification sign
More Exhibit Information
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SOCRA offers numerous sponsorship opportunities.
If you don't see an opportunity that fits your needs, please
contact us to discuss a customized approach.
Program
Sponsorships:
Includes Recognition in Annual Conference Program book
and on program signage.
*Bronze - $3000
incl. 1 fee waived registration (value $800)
*Silver - $5000
incl. 2 fee-waived conference registrations (value
$1600)
*Gold - $7000
incl. 3 fee-waived conference registrations (value
$2400)
*Platinum - $9000
incl. 4 fee-waived conference registrations (value
$3200)
Commemorative Giveaways
Conference Events
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Advertising Fees
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Full Page
Color
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Full Page B/W
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1/2 Page B/W
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$1000
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$700
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$500
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If your ad requires resizing or typesetting, please
add $100
Guidelines for Program
Advertising
- Please
supply a PDF or a camera ready copy of the appropriate size (paper
slick).
- To submit
other digital files contact the SOCRA office to discuss options.
- Full-page ads must fit a 7¼" x 9" layout;
half-page ad may be
3½" x 9" or 7¼" x 4½"
- Half page ads may be presented in horizontal or
vertical format
Ads must be submitted by August 15 to be included in
the program handout
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To be held on Thursday, September 17, 2015 from 8AM -
12PM*
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