PROGRAM

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Keynote Speakers

GENETICS

Prof Michael J. Owen (United Kingdom)

Prof Lynn Jorde (United States)

HEALTH OUTCOME MEASUREMENT

Prof Kathy Eagar (Australia)

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

Dr Atalay Alem (Ethiopia)

Prof Lynn Delisi (United States)

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

Assistant Prof Deborah Becker (United States)

Prof Robert E. Drake (United States)

Prof Michael J. Owen - Keynote Speaker

- Professor of Psychological Medicine, Head of Department of Psychological Medicine and Pro Vice Chancellor for Research, University of Wales College of Medicine, Cardiff. Honorary Consultant Psychiatrist, Cardiff and Vale NHS Trust, UK.

Professor Michael Owen qualified in Medicine in Birmingham in 1983 having previously taken a BSc in Anatomical Studies in 1979 and a PhD in Neuroscience in 1982. He studied Psychiatry at the Maudsley Hospital and was subsequently a lecturer at the Institute of Psychiatry, London. In 1997 he became an MRC Training Fellow at the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at Imperial College, London. In 1990 he was appointed Senior Lecturer in Neuropsychiatric Genetics at the University of Wales College of Medicine, being promoted to Personal Chair in 1995. Since 1999 he has been Professor of Psychological Medicine and Head of Department of Psychological Medicine where he also heads the Cardiff Neuropsychiatric Genetics group, which is one of the largest such groups in the world. His own research interests relate to genetic aspects of Schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease and Bipolar disorder and in the relationship between 22q11 deletions and psychosis. In addition, he continues to work as a consultant in General Adult Psychiatry. He is currently President of the International Society of Psychiatric Genetics and a member of the council of the Academy of Medical Sciences.

Prof Lynn Jorde - Keynote Speaker

- Professor in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Utah School of Medicine, USA.

Professor Jorde's laboratory is actively involved in studies of human genetic variation and in studies of the genetic basis of human limb malformations. He has published more than 160 scientific articles and is the lead author of Medical Genetics, a textbook that is used widely in North America and abroad.
Professor Jorde has served on several advisory panels for the National Science Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. He recently completed a 4-year term as a member of the Mammalian Genetics review panel at the National Institute of Health. He is on the Board of Directors of the American Society of Human Genetics and has served on the editorial boards of Human Biology, the American Journal of Human Biology and the American Journal of Human Genetics.

Prof Kathy Eagar - Keynote Speaker

- Director, Centre for Health Service Development, Faculty of Commerce, University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia.

Professor Kathy Eagar is Director of the Centre for Health Service Development (CHSD) at the University of Wollongong Australia. The CHSD is a health services research centre and manages both the Australia Health Outcomes Collaboration (AHOC) and the newly established Australasian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre (AROC).

Professor Eagar has over twenty five years experience in health and community care systems, during which she had divided her time almost equally between being a clinician, a senior manager and a health academic. She has authored over 200 articles, papers and reports on management, quality, outcomes, information systems and funding of the Australia and New Zealand health and community care systems. Her mental health research experience includes the Australian Mental Health Classification and Service Cost (MH-CASC) project and the New Zealand Casemix and Outcomes Study (NZ-CAOS).

Dr Atalay Alem - Keynote Speaker

- Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia.

Dr Atalay Alem has a PhD from the University of Umea (Sweden).
Dr Alem has made important contributions to psychiatric epidemiology in the developing world. His research in Africa has received funding from the Stanley Medical Research Institute and generated many publications. He recently contributed an editorial to the British Journal of Psychiatry entitled "Conducting Psychiatric Research in the Developing World: Challenges and Rewards."

Prof Lynn DeLisi - Keynote Speaker

- Professor of Psychiatry at New York University, USA.

Professor Lynn DeLisi is currently Professor of Psychiatry at New York University and head of the early detection program within the department's newly formed Mental Illness Prevention Center. In addition, she is Associate Director of The Center for Advanced Brain Imaging at The Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research. She is co-editor-in chief of the journal Schizophrenia Research and Secretary of The International Society of Psychiatric Genetics. Her research has focused on the brain imaging, genetics and general etiology of schizophrenia since 1978 when she began as a fellow in the laboratory of R.J. Wyatt at The National Institute of Mental Health in Washington, DC. She went on from there in 1987 to become a professor of Psychiatry at the State University of NY at Stony Brook, and in the last 3 years has moved to NYC to her current position. She is the author or co-author of over 200 publications on her own research. Although currently a New Yorker, she obtained her BS degree from the University of Wisconsin and then her MD from The Medical College of Pennsylvania in 1972. Before becoming a psychiatrist, she practiced medicine in migrant worker clinics in New Mexico.

Assistant Prof Deborah Becker - Keynote Speaker

- Assistant Research Professor of Community and Family Medicine and of Psychiatry, Dartmouth Medical School, USA.

Assistant Professor Deborah Becker is a rehabilitation specialist and is the senior project director at the New Hampshire-Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center. She has been Project Director for vocational, housing and dual diagnosis research studies. Along with Robert E. Drake, she has described and researched the Individual Placement and Support approach to supported employment. She provides consultation and training on vocational rehabilitation and program implementation. Assistant Professor Becker has also worked in positions of direct service and administration in community support programs for people with severe mental illness.

Prof Robert E. Drake - Keynote Speaker

- The Andrew Thomson Professor of Psychiatry and Community and Family Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School and the Director of the New Hampshire-Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center, USA.

Professor Robert Drake has been at Dartmouth for 20 years. In addition to working actively as a clinician in community mental health centres for 25 years, he has been developing and evaluating innovative community programs for persons with severe mental disorders. He is well known for his work in rehabilitation and health services research. His 8 books and 300 papers cover diverse aspects of adjustment and quality of life among persons with severe mental disorders and those in their support systems.

Preliminary Conference Program

The conference will run for three information-packed days. International speakers will address each of the four themes: genetics, health outcomes measurement, epidemiology, and vocational rehabilitation.

Concurrent sessions in three venues will give delegates the opportunity to both present and witness the latest and best research available.

Scheduled lunches, morning and afternoon teas will allow delegates the opportunity for invaluable networking with colleagues from around Australia and beyond.

There will also be several special functions planned, including: a sponsored breakfast presentation, a gala dinner, an informal service users' session, and informative workshops to assist delegates to translate their research into practice.

Additional Sessions

PUBLIC FORUM -
Wednesday 22 September @ 7.00pm

Key Researchers will provide summaries of their work and explain the relevance to consumers and carers. Questions from the audience will be encouraged.

Not included in registration fees.
Tickets are A$20.00 per person.
Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to attend.

BREAKFAST SPEAKER SESSION -
Friday 24 September

Breakfast Speaker Session - Topical Issues in Schizophrenia Research, a director from QCMHR will lead the session.

Not included in registration fees.
Tickets are A$50.00 per person.
Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to attend.

WORKSHOP -
Making evidence based vocational rehabilitation a reality in community care

Saturday 25 September

This interactive style workshop will commence at 9.00 am and conclude at 1.00 pm. Morning tea will be provided.

The aim is to explore challenges and opportunities in implementing evidence-based practices in Australia. Professor Becker and Professor Drake will lead this applied session which is intended for interested health professionals, vocational professionals and researchers.

Not included in registration fees.
Tickets are A$150.00 per person.
Please indicate on the registration form if you wish to attend.

Registration Information

Each registrant must complete separate forms, one for registration and one for accommodation.

Separate payment is required for registration and accommodation.

REGISTRATION DESK
The registration desk will be located in the Ann Street Lobby of the Sheraton Brisbane Hotel and will be open every day of the Conference. We advise you to collect your documents as soon as possible after your arrival. Registration desk hours will be advised on your registration confirmation.

Registration Fees

Fees are inclusive of Australian Government 10% Goods and Services Tax (GST). All prices quoted are in Australian dollars. Registration fees are based on date of receipt of payment (not based on date of receipt of registration forms).

EARLY REGISTRATION FEE - Up to 6 August 2004
Full Registration = A$500.00
Student Registration = A$350.00
Day Registration = A$280.00

LATE REGISTRATION FEE - From 7 August 2004
Full Registration = A$600.00
Student Registration = A$400.00
Day Registration = A$330.00

REGISTRATION FEES FOR ADDITIONAL SESSIONS
Public Forum = A$20.00
Breakfast Speaker Session = A$50.00
Workshop = A$150.00

Registration Entitlements

FULL REGISTRATION =
Conference Sessions
Final Program & Abstract Book
Morning & Afternoon Teas
Lunches
Welcome Reception

STUDENT REGISTRATION =
Conference Sessions
Final Program & Abstract Book
Morning & Afternoon Teas
Lunches
Welcome Reception

DAY REGISTRATION =
Conference Sessions
Final Program & Abstract Book
Morning & Afternoon Tea on the day of attendance
Lunch on the day of attendance

Social Program

WELCOME RECEPTION
All delegates are invited to attend the Welcome Reception. Renew old friendships and make new acquaintances as we welcome you to Brisbane and the 8^th Biennial Australasian Schizophrenia Conference.

Date: Wednesday, 22 September 2004
Time: 5.00pm - 6.30pm
Venue: Ann Street Lobby, Sheraton Brisbane Hotel
Cost: Included in the registration fee for full and student registrations. Please indicate on the registration form if you will be attending.
Additional tickets: A$35.00 per person.

CONFERENCE DINNER
The Conference Dinner is traditionally the social highlight of the program. It is a chance to network with peers in a relaxing and enjoyable environment, while sampling some delicious Queensland cuisine and unique entertainment.

Date: Thursday, 23 September 2004
Time: 7.00pm for 7.30pm
Venue: Denisons, Level 30, Sheraton Brisbane Hotel
Cost: A$85.00 per person, tickets for the Conference Dinner are not included in the registration fee. Seats are limited, book early to avoid disappointment.

Payment of Fees

CHEQUE/MONEY ORDER/BANK DRAFT
Please make payable to:
8^th Biennial Australasian Schizophrenia Conference 2004

International delegates: Please note that personal cheques can only be accepted if they are drawn from an Australian bank account. International bank drafts in Australian Dollars (AUD) are acceptable. All payments must be in Australian Dollars (AUD).

TELEGRAPHIC TRANSFERS
Telegraphic Transfers will be accepted, free of fees, to the account listed below. To ensure prompt reconciliation, please send a copy of the transfer record to the Conference Secretariat.

S.W.I.F.T Code: ANZBAU3M
BSB Number: 013 606
Account Number: 1082 33906
Account Name: 8^th Biennial Australasian Schizophrenia Conference
Bank: ANZ (Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited)
Branch: Private Bank
Branch Address: 3/388 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 AUSTRALIA

CREDIT CARD
All major credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa. Credit card payments will appear as ICMS Pty Ltd on your credit card statement.

REGISTRATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Your registration will be acknowledged electronically via facsimile within 5 to 7 working days of receipt of the registration form. Registration fees are based on date of receipt of payment (not based on date of receipt of registration forms).

ALTERATIONS
Alterations to your registration will not be accepted over the telephone.

Alterations must be in writing via:
E-mail (preferred): registration@icms.com.au
Fax: +61 3 9682 0288
Post: ASC 2004 Conference Secretariat
84 Queensbridge Street
Southbank VIC 3006 AUSTRALIA

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
Cancellations must be in writing to the Conference Secretariat. Cancellations received up to 20 August 2004 will receive a refund of registration fees, less an administrative charge of A$100.00. Cancellations received after 20 August 2004 will be refunded at the discretion of the Organising Committee. Eligible refunds will be issued after the conclusion of the Conference. Registrations are transferable to a colleague at any time prior to the Conference provided the Conference Secretariat is advised in writing.

ON-SITE REGISTRATION
If you have not registered by 17 September, 2004 you will need to register on-site. The Registration Desk will be open from 7.00am on Wednesday, 22 September 2004. On-site Registrants are not guaranteed a Conference Satchel.

Accommodation Information

ICMS Travel, as the official housing bureau for the Conference, has been able to secure discounted accommodation rates at Sheraton Brisbane Hotel.

Hotel reservations will close on Friday, 20 August 2004.

The room rates are per night and do not include breakfast.

Accommodation will be allocated in order of receipt of bookings and payment. Each delegate should complete a separate accommodation form, a clear photocopy of the form is acceptable. Registration and its accompanying payment are required before an accommodation booking will be made.

ARRIVAL TIME
Please indicate on your registration form your estimated time of arrival at the hotel. Check-in time is usually between 1.00pm - 3.00pm. Should you wish to guarantee your room is ready before the hotel check-in time it is recommended that you book and pay for the room for the evening prior to your arrival. Failure to advise your arrival time may mean that your room will be released.

SHERATON BRISBANE HOTEL
249 Turbot Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

The Sheraton prides itself on its reputation for high standards, creativity and 5 star service excellence. It is situated directly above the Central Train Station. The hotel's newly refurbished and beautifully appointed rooms and suites feature delightful views of either Anzac Square, the CBD skyline or surrounding mountains.

Rates
Standard Room A$215.00 per room per night Government Rate A$155.00* per room per night

Please note: Should you select the Government Rate you will be requested on check in at the Sheraton Brisbane Hotel to present your
Government ID.

ACCOMMODATION DEPOSIT
To secure your reservation a deposit equivalent to one night's room tariff is required. If paying by credit card, your details will be passed on to the hotel as a guarantee. The hotel may not initially deduct a deposit payment from your credit card but may charge you full payment at the time of check-out.
Bookings cannot be made until ICMS Travel receives your payment or credit card details. Room rates are in Australian Dollars and include the Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST). The accommodation deposit is payable to ICMS Travel and must be made separately to the registration fee payment.

The Conference Secretariat can accept the following methods of payment:

CHEQUE/MONEY ORDER/BANK DRAFT
Please make payable to:
ICMS Travel Trust

International delegates: Please note that personal cheques can only be accepted if they are drawn from an Australian bank account. International bank drafts in Australian Dollars (AUD) are acceptable. All payments must be in Australian Dollars (AUD).

TELEGRAPHIC TRANSFERS
Telegraphic Transfers will be accepted, free of fees, to the account listed below. To ensure prompt reconciliation, please send a copy of the transfer record to the Conference Secretariat.

S.W.I.F.T Code: ANZBAU3M
BSB Number: 013-435
Account Number: 3103 44706
Account Name: ICMS Travel Trust
Bank: ANZ (Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited)
Branch Address: 307 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne VIC 3205
AUSTRALIA

CREDIT CARD
All major credit cards are accepted: American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa.

CHANGE OF BOOKING
Alterations to your accommodation booking will not be accepted over the telephone. Alterations must be in writing via:
1. E-mail: registration@icms.com.au
2. Fax: +61 3 9682 0288
3. Post: ASC 2004
84 Queensbridge Street Southbank VIC 3006 AUSTRALIA

Please note, the Conference Secretariat cannot accept new accommodation bookings or amendments to existing accommodation bookings after Friday, 20 August 2004. Accommodation amendments after this date will need to be forwarded directly to the hotel.

CANCELLATION OF BOOKING
Cancellations must be in writing to the Conference Secretariat. The deposit will be forfeited for all cancellations received after Friday, 20 August 2004 or if the room is not occupied on the advised date of arrival.