Dear Colleague,

• ICLGG Meeting Circular
• Gala Reception

We are pleased to announce the Vth International Congress on Legume Genetics and Genomics (ICLGG) to be held at the Asilomar Conference Grounds in Pacific Grove, California on July 2-8, 2010. Asilomar is a picturesque venue on the coast of central California located near the historic city of Monterey.

The meeting will focus on fundamental discoveries that extend our understanding of the unique traits of legumes. A special feature of the ICLGG is its mission to bring together people working on fundamental aspects of legume biology in model species, using genetic and genomic tools, with those working on applied aspects and breeding of crop and pasture species. A program outline is included in the attached ICLGG meeting announcement.

Our goal is to create an intimate environment for collegial interaction, where all attendees are active participants. We are also striving to keep costs to manageable levels. Early registration is only $400 and housing at Asilomar includes all meals. Participants can register and secure housing through the conference website (http://conferences.ucdavis.edu/iclgg). (Please note that the website is currently under construction. Please check back often.)

Depending on our success with fund raising, we plan to offer travel awards to off set costs for young scientists, groups under-represented in science, and those in need. Please contact the organizing committee to request assistance. Sponsorship is very important to a successful meeting, so please let us know if you have suggestions in this regard.

Deadlines
April 1 – Register early to avoid late fees and to secure housing.
May 1 – Abstracts Due. Submission information on conference website.
May 1 – Last day to secure conference transportation and Asilomar housing.

Contact: ICLGG2010@gmail.com
conferences.ucdavis.edu/iclgg

Organizing Committee:
Douglas Cook, Scott Jackson, Michael Udvardi