1 General Information SCOPE OF THE CONFERENCE The 55th Magnetism and Magnetic Materials Conference is sponsored joint- ly by Physics Conferences Inc. and the Magnetics Society of the IEEE, in cooperation with the American Physical Society. Members of the interna- tional scientific and engineering communities interested in recent develop- ments in fundamental and applied magnetism are invited to attend the Con- ference and contribute to its technical sessions. Sessions will include invit- ed and contributed papers, oral and poster presentations, and invited symposia. This Conference provides an outstanding opportunity for world- wide participants to meet their colleagues and collaborators and discuss new as well as controversial developments in all areas of magnetism research. ATLANTA, GEORGIA The City of Atlanta is an exciting destination for both conference goers and their families. Visitors can experience a diverse and thriving cultural scene at the city’s many theatres, museums, galleries and concert halls. They can also enjoy family attractions such as the Georgia Aquarium (the world’s largest aquarium), the New World of Coca-Cola or a behind-the-scenes Inside CNN Studio Tour. Critically-acclaimed restaurants featuring a multi- tude of cuisines can be found throughout the city. To learn more about the City of Atlanta and what you might like to see and do during your visit, go to the official web site at: www.attend.atlanta.net/. TRANSPORTATION The Hyatt Regency Atlanta (on Peachtree Street) can be reached from Harts- field-Jackson International Airport in a variety of ways, the most efficient and cost-effective being by shuttle (the Atlanta Link Airport Shuttle for approximately $16.50 one-way) or by MARTA (the light rail system at approximately $2.50 one-way). For complete information about the Airport and the various types of ground transportation available go to: http://www.atlanta-airport.com/. For information on using MARTA from the airport, go to: http://www.itsmarta.com/airport.aspx. The hotel offers an indoor connection to the Peachtree Center Station of MARTA. If you choose to use a taxi from the airport, the fare to the Hyatt Regency will be approximately $35 plus tip. 2 3 HOTEL Registration Fees: HELP KEEP YOUR CONFERENCE FEES DOWN: Costs for the Advance Registration Fees Prior to October 22 After October 22 MMM Conference meeting and exhibits space are minimized by meeting Full Registrant $470.00 (US Dollars) $570 pre-established targets for room occupancy at the Conference hotel. Please Student $225.00 (US Dollars) $275 support the Steering Committee and Advisory Committee in their attempt to Unemployed Retiree $225.00 (US Dollars) $275 keep your conference registration fees as low as possible by booking your The registration fees do not include any full meals/meal service during the room at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta for the 2010 MMM Conference before Conference week. the cutoff date of Friday, October 22nd. Registration Cancellation Policy: Cancellations of advance registrations The Hyatt Regency Atlanta is located in Atlanta’s vibrant downtown dis- must be submitted in writing and received no later than Friday, October 22, trict. A 24-hour gym and outdoor heated pool are available for guests free 2010. Refunds of the original payment, less a $75 service fee, will be mailed of charge. Located nearby are the CNN Center, High Museum of Art, Geor- to the original registrant following the Conference. gia Aquarium and the New World of Coca-Cola. The negotiated rates for Substitutions: Attendee substitutions may be made at any time, both on the MMM Conference participants are $159 plus tax for a single or double Registration website and at the onsite registration desk, for a registrant who room. Each additional person in a room is $25. cannot attend but has paid the registration fee in advance. Onsite substitutes Each Conference participant is responsible for making his/her own hotel must bring authorization in writing from the original registrant. reservation and for paying all personal bills upon checkout. You may book your room by going directly to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta reservations web Registration Hours: site link for the MMM 2010 Conference at: https://resweb.passkey.com/ Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=2589329. The Conference Registration Desks, located opposite the Centennial Ball- Making a hotel room reservation via the web site is the fastest way to book room one level below the hotel’s Atrium, will be open during the following the room you want, and will provide you with an immediate confirmation. hours: The hotel can serve all special needs, so please make any required special requests when you reserve your room. Sunday, November 14th 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Monday, November 15th 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM The deadline for reservations at the special MMM rate is Friday Octo- Tuesday, November 16th 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ber 22, 2010. Wednesday, November 17th 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM If you prefer to make your reservation by telephone (at 1-402-592-6464 or Thursday, November 18th 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM 1-888-421-1442) prior to October 22, 2010 be sure to ask for the “MMM” room block and special rate of $159 plus tax. Badge Policy: All attendees will be required to wear 2010 MMM Confer- Remember….your hotel room reservation must be received by the ence name badges to enter the Technical Sessions and Exhibits. Hyatt Regency Atlanta no later than Friday, October 22nd, in order for Recording Equipment Policy: The use of cameras, videotaping and/or you to receive the special MMM Conference rates. recording devices in the technical sessions is strictly prohibited. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY INTO THE USA: All 2010 MMM Conference attendees, including invited speakers, must pay The US has updated its visa policies to increase security, so it may take you registration fees. You can register in advance at a reduced rate prior to Fri- 3 months or more to apply for and receive your visa. For details that apply day, October 22, 2010. You are encouraged to register via the secure web specifically to your country please go immediately to your nearest US Con- site at: http://www.regonline.com/2010_mmm_conference. sulate or Embassy. Review your visa status now to determine if you need a If you prefer to send your payment by mail, you may also register by down- US visa or visa renewal and to find out how to schedule an interview loading, completely filling out, and mailing the Advance Registration Form appointment, pay fees, and other vital instructions. If you need a personal posted on the MMM web site at: http://www.magnetism.org/. Payment in letter of invitation to attend the Conference, contact the Conference coordi- U.S. dollars must be made by MasterCard, Visa or American Express credit nators by email at: [email protected]. Please provide the following card or by personal or corporate check (drawn on a U.S. bank only). information: complete name, mailing address, and any other details that Checks are to be made payable to “2010 MMM Conference.” your country of residence requires for your visa application. Only an origi- nal copy (not faxed or email version) may be accepted with your visa appli- REMEMBER: All “Advance Registration” forms must be accompanied cation. The Conference cannot contact or intervene with any U.S. by FULL payment and must be received by October 22, 2010. Onsite reg- Embassy or Consulate office abroad on your behalf so please begin your istration during the Conference will be at the higher rates listed below. After visa application process as soon as you determine that you want to October 22nd, only the higher registration fees will be accepted, and only at attend the 55th MMM Conference. the Onsite Registration Desks at the Conference. Mail-in forms not accom- panied by payment or with incomplete or incorrect credit card infor- NEW VISA WAIVER PROGRAM TRAVEL: All nationals and citizens mation will be considered “late” and the higher rates will be collected of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries (http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/ onsite at the Conference. temp/without/without_1990.html#countries) who plan to travel to the U.S. for temporary business or pleasure for 90 days or less are required by law to PLEASE NOTE: This MMM Conference begins on Sunday November obtain travel authorization prior to initiating travel to the United States. This 14th, with a new “Welcome and Networking Reception” being held begin- authorization can be obtained online through the Electronic System for ning at 6:00 PM while the Registration Desks are also open for your con- Travel Authorization (see web site: http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/ travel/ venience. id_visa/esta/) (ESTA), a free Internet application administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland security (http://www.dhs.gov/index.shtm). 4 5 For additional information about the ESTA please visit http://www.cbp.gov/esta. LCD PROJECTORS Travelers from countries not in the VWP are still required to obtain a Visa prior to entry into the United States. Speakers are reminded that the Conference requires an all-electronic presentation format. Therefore, only video LCD projectors will be avail- The site http://www.nationalacademies.org/visas/, maintained by The Nation- able for oral presentation materials. Authors are expected to bring their al Academies, also provides guidance on obtaining the necessary documents. presentation on their own laptop computer, and have it powered on and ready to connect to the projector. Only standard PC-style VGA connections to the LCD projector will be supplied, therefore you must supply any SUNDAY EVENING OPENING RECEPTION required adaptor to your computer.