International Cancer Genome Consortium
21st ICGC Scientific Workshop & 8th ARGO Meeting
20-22 January 2025 (Mon-Wed) - Hong Kong
All communicated times in the Scientific Programme are Hong Kong Time. Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (i.e. GMT+8 hours).
| Time / Date | 20 Jan 2025 (Mon) Day 1 |
21 Jan 2025 (Tue) Day 2 |
22 Jan 2025 (Wed) Day 3 |
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| 08:00 - 08:30 | Registration & Putting up Posters | Registration & Putting up Posters | Registration & Putting up Posters | ||
| 08:30 - 09:00 | |||||
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Welcome Address | Session 5 Patient Sharing |
Keynote Lecture III (input from ICGC) |
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| 09:30 - 10:00 | Keynote Lecture I | ||||
| Session 11 Future of Genome Study & Panel Discussion |
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| 10:00 - 10:30 | |||||
| Session 1 ICGC-ARGO Update & Executive Summary |
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| 10:30 - 11:00 | Coffee Break Poster & Exhibition |
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| 11:00 - 11:30 | Session 6 Precision Medicine Programme (input from ICGC) |
Concluding & Closing Remarks | |||
| Session 2 Breakout Session Working Group Meetings |
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| 11:30 - 12:00 | |||||
| 12:00 - 12:30 | |||||
| Lunch Poster & Exhibition |
Lunch Poster & Exhibition |
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| 12:30 - 13:00 | |||||
| 13:00 - 13:30 | |||||
| 13:30 - 14:00 | Session 3 Free Paper Presentation |
Session 7 Free Paper Presentation |
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| 14:00 - 14:30 | |||||
| 14:30 - 15:00 | Session 4 Genome in Clinical Care (input from ICGC) |
Session 8 Workshop (input from ICGC) |
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| 15:00 - 15:30 | |||||
| 15:30 - 16:00 | Coffee Break Poster & Exhibition |
Coffee Break Poster & Exhibition |
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| 16:00 - 16:30 | Keynote Lecture II | Session 9 Working Group Report Back (input from ICGC) |
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| 16:30 - 17:00 | |||||
| Welcome Reception | |||||
| 17:00 - 17:30 | Session 10 Real World Data in Precision Medicine Technologies |
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| 17:30 - 18:00 | |||||
| 18:00 - 18:30 | |||||
| 18:30 - 19:00 | Gala Dinner | ||||
| 19:00 - 21:00 | |||||
*The programme may be subject to change without prior notice.
This is a "by invitation" internal meeting. Targeted participants shall register via registration link underneath.
ICGC colleagues are invited to submit abstracts to present your work on the science and/or technological developments of your projects at this workshop in Hong Kong. The work which had been presented in the past ICGC Scientific Workshops are not recommended.
Authors are required to submit abstracts through Online Abstract Submission. Facsimile or email copy will NOT be accepted.
Presenting Author is required to register for the Workshop before submitting abstract(s). Please register HERE.
If you have registered for the Conference, please use your registered email address for Online Abstract Submission.
All abstracts should be submitted on or before 31 December 2024.
18 Chak Cheung Street, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong
Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Sha Tin is 7-minute drive from the Meeting Venue. It is located adjacent to the underground “the University MTR Statin” and the University Station KCR Bus Terminus. The hotel a refreshing urban resort in Hong Kong.
| Standard Room | room only | HK$980 |
| Inclusive of 1 daily breakfast | HK$1,130 | |
| Inclusive of 2 daily breakfasts | HK$1,280 | |
| Harbour View Room | room only | HK$1,150 |
| Inclusive of 1 daily breakfast | HK$1,300 | |
| Inclusive of 2 daily breakfasts | HK$1,450 |
1 On Ping Street, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong
Courtyard by Marriott Hong Kong Sha Tin is conveniently located in the Shatin area and features stylish rooms with tranquil views of the Shing Mun River. It is only 6 minutes' walk from the underground "Shek Mun MTR Station" and 10 minutes' drive between the hotel and the Meeting Venue.
| City View Room | room only | HK$1,150 |
| Inclusive of 1 daily breakfast | HK$1,250 | |
| Inclusive of 2 daily breakfasts | HK$1,350 | |
| River View Room | room only | HK$1,350 |
| Inclusive of 1 daily breakfast | HK$1,450 | |
| Inclusive of 2 daily breakfasts | HK$1,550 |
1 Yuen Hong Street, Shatin, Hong Kong
Alva Hotel by Royal is a hotel in a unique riverside location in Shatin. It is 9 minutes' walk from City One MRT Station, 10 minutes' walk from Shek Mun MTR Station and 11 minutes' drive between the hotel and the Meeting Venue.
| Standard Room | room only | HK$750 |
| Inclusive of 1 daily breakfast | HK$850 | |
| Inclusive of 2 daily breakfasts | HK$950 |
Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities
Onsite Exhibition will be held jointly with the Meeting.
This Meeting provides a platform for sharing the views and experience from world-leading experts in the fields of Genomic Oncology. It is indeed a perfect opportunity for the stakeholders in industry to publicise your products and services, and to connect with the opinion leaders in person and virtually.
For further details on Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities, please contact the Conference Secretariat at christy.chan@hkstp.org or +852 2629 6911.
Bronze Sponsor
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email: customer_service@haplox.net
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Date
20 – 22 January 2025 (Monday - Wednesday))
Time Zone
All communicated times in the Scientific Programme are Hong Kong Time. Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (i.e. GMT + 8 hours).
Meeting Venue
Hong Kong Science Park, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong.
Official Language
The official language of the Meeting is English.
Registration
Registration counter will be located at Pre-function Hall outside the Charles Kao Auditorium and open on:
20 January 2025 Monday 08:30-17:00
21 January 2025 Tuesday 08:30-18:00
22 January 2025 Wednesday 08:30-12:00
Trade Exhibition
An exhibition will be held during the Meeting on 20 – 22 January 2025.
Certificate of Attendance
Electronic Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon will be issued within two weeks after the Meeting.
Liability and Insurance
Disclaimer
Whilst every attempt is made to ensure that all aspects of the Meeting as mentioned in this website will take place as scheduled, the Organising Committee reserves the right to make changes should the need arise.
Hong Kong Science Park (Science Park) is situated in Shatin on 22-hectare waterfront ecosystem home to one of the world's most state-of-the-art laboratories and research and development sites. From robotics and precision engineering to renewable energy and pharmaceuticals, Science Park has become globally renowned for attracting tech start-ups and innovative companies. Charles K. Kao Auditorium (also known as "Golden Egg"), the landmark auditorium in the Science Park was named in honour of Professor Charles Kuen Kao, laureate of the 2009 Nobel Prize in Physics for "groundbreaking achievements concerning the transmission of light in fibers for optical communication". It is a symbol of Science Park’s mission to incubate innovative ideas and turn them to golden opportunities through a vibrant technology ecosystem.
Access to Hong Kong Science Park from Official Hotels and Their Nearby MTR Stations
By Bus (Kowloon Motor Bus, KMB)
By Green Minibus
By Taxi (the Red Urban Taxi)
Population
The provisional estimate of the Hong Kong's population was about 7.4 million at the end of 2021 and about 92% of the population was ethnic Chinese.
Official Language
Cantonese is the most widely spoken Chinese dialect in Hong Kong, but majority of people can speak both Mandarin and English. The official languages are Chinese and English, all major signage are bilingual.
Weather
Hong Kong's climate is sub-tropical. January is overall a mild and dry month. It's pleasant month for visiting Hong Kong for the pursuit of outdoor activities. Average temperature is 11°C – 25°C. Further information can be found at the website of Hong Kong Observatory.
Time Zone
Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (i.e. GMT + 8 hours).
Currency & Payment Method
Hong Kong's unit of currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$) which is tied to the US dollar at an exchange rate of about HK$7.8 to US$1. Credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, restaurants and shops. Some stores also accept mobile payments like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Alipay, and WeChat Pay. Some shops and restaurants in Hong Kong that only accept cash or Octopus cards, so it is recommended that you visit a currency exchange to obtain enough cash before venturing out. Alternatively, you can purchase or rent an Octopus card, or download the tourist version of the Octopus app to your mobile phone. Octopus can be used to make payments on all public transport with just a simple tap.
Electricity Supply
The Standard electrical voltage in Hong Kong is AC 220 volts (50Hz). The British three-pin plug and socket-outlet system is commonly used in Hong Kong.
Opening Hours
Banks are open from Monday to Friday between 9am to 5pm and on Saturdays from 9am to 12:30pm, are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Offices generally are open from 9am to 5/6pm on weekdays. Retail shops generally are open every day from 10am to 7pm. However, in busy retail areas like Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui stay open until 9:30 or even later. Most restaurants stay open until 9:30 pm.
Getting Around
Hong Kong is geographically compact and the public transport system is efficient, relatively inexpensive and user friendly. The Airport Express links Hong Kong International Airport directly to Hong Kong's central business district and buses connect the airport with most of the city. The Mass Transit Railway (MTR) and public buses allow easy access throughout the territories. Hong Kong' taxis are inexpensive with a HK$29 (the red urban taxi), HK$25.5 (the green New Territories taxi) and HK$24 (the blue Lantau taxi) flag fall. And for those looking for a mode of travel that has been used for decades, there are the Star Ferries, Hong Kong Island's street trams and the venerable Peak Tram. Road signs in Hong Kong are bilingual in both English and Chinese.
Telecommunications
Most of the world's mobile telecommunications systems operate in Hong Kong, including GSM 900/1800, UMTS, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE-A. Check if your service provider has a roaming agreement with a Hong Kong operator, and be sure to pay attention to the roaming rates. You may get a Discover Hong Kong Tourist SIM card as soon as you arrive. This prepaid card lasts either 7 or 15 days and offers free local call, free Wi-Fi and bundles of mobile data.
Free Wi-Fi services are widespread in Hong Kong. In particular, there are many Wi-Fi.HK hotspots widely available across the city in locations, which offer wireless internet connection completely free or free for a period of time.
Visa Requirement
In general, all visitors to Hong Kong must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may visit Hong Kong without a visa/entry permit for a period ranging from 7 days to 180 days. You may refer to the website of Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for more information on visa/entry permit requirements.
Useful Numbers
Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) - 999
Hong Kong International Airport - 2181 8888
Hong Kong Immigration Department - 2824 6111
Hong Kong Tourism Board Visitor Hotline - 2508 1234
Telephone Directory Inquiry - 1081
*For those calling from places outside Hong Kong, please dial the area code "852" before the telephone number
Further information on Hong Kong, travel and tourist attractions is available at Hong Kong Tourism Board
ICGC ARGO Management Team
E-mail: secretarial@icgc-agro.org
