Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics 2009 (SJB 2009)

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Biomechanical Imaging: from Nano to Macro

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DATE: September 1-4, 2009 VENUE: Hotel Europe, Engelberg, Switzerland HOST: Institute for Biomechanics, ETH Zurich

http://www.sjb2009.ethz.ch Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Aim and Scope

The Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics 2009 (SJB 2009) aims to bring together actively participating scientists in the biomechanical communities of Japan and Switzerland for academic discussion and intercultural exchange. SJB 2009 will focus on biomechanical imaging at all hierarchical levels, beginning at sub-cellular dimensions up to the whole organ. Our vision is to strengthen the relationship between the biomechanics and bioimaging communities for future advancement in the life sciences. In this spirit, the scientific motivation for this workshop is to give an overview of recent progress in the quantitative description, modeling and simulation of biomechanical processes driven by novel bioimaging approaches. Although the focus will be on biomechanical imaging, other areas of biomechanics exploring the different hierarchies from nano to macro will also be considered and featured in special sessions.

Background The Swiss-Japanese cooperation on biomechanics originates from the close personal relationship between Profs. Jean-Jacques Meister (EPFL, Switzerland) and Kozaburo Hayashi (Osaka University, Japan). They have been exchanging scientific information for a long time as their laboratories have common biomechanical research subjects. Within this framework, they performed a three-year joint research project between 1996 and 1999 with the financial support of the Monbusho International Scientific Research Program from the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture, Japan. During this program, faculty members and graduate students in both laboratories often visited their counter laboratories for joint studies on the functional adaptation and remodeling of biological tissues, and on cellular mechanics. Within this connection, they organized the SJB "New Directions in Cellular and Tissue Engineering" held in Les Diablerets in September 2001 (co- organizers Profs. Jean-Jacques Meister and Kozaburo Hayashi), which was continued by the Second JSB on Biomechanics on "New Trends in Biomechanics: from Biomolecule to Tissue" held in Kyoto in September 2005 (co-organizers Profs. Masaaki Sato at Tohoku University, Japan and Nikolaos Stergiopulos at EPFL, Switzerland). - 2 -

Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Venue

Location

Situated in the heart of Switzerland, at the foot of Mount Titlis (3238 m), Engelberg-Titlis (www.engelberg.ch) is the largest winter and summer resort near Lake Lucerne. The history of Engelberg goes back to the time of the founding of the Benedictine monastery (1120), which up until today has strongly Engelberg valley flight shot (© Engelberg- influenced the life of this alpine Titlis Tourismus AG, photo: Christian Perret) community. During the 18th century, more and more tourists from all over the world found their way to the Engelberg valley. The impressive mountain scenery enthralled them, as testified in numerous writings of the time. In particular, Mount Titlis was climbed for the first time in 1744. Later in the 19th century, Engelberg developed into a modern health resort. Guests came from near and far to recuperate and to seek relief from their ailments, and Engelberg became popular as a health resort with clean air and a mild climate. There were soon insufficient guesthouses to accommodate the every increasing number of guests, so hotel complexes with beautiful gardens grew up, where some of them offered spa and cures.

Accommodation

In this tradition, the workshop will take place in the Hotel Europe (www.hoteleurope.ch), a charming grand old hotel from the turn of the 19th century in authentic Art Nouveau style, which is surrounded by an impressive panorama of mountain peaks. It opened in 1905 as the most luxurious hotel in Hotel Europe, Engelberg (© Engelberg-Titlis Engelberg and continues to impress Tourismus AG, photo: Christian Perret) with its incomparable charm and the comfort of 21st century amenities. - 3 -

Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Swiss National Scientific Committee Prof. Stephen Ferguson (University of Bern) Prof. Petros Koumoutsakos (ETH Zurich) Prof. Edoardo Mazza (EMPA Dubendorf) Prof. Jean-Jacques Meister (EPFL Lausanne) Prof. Bert Müller (University of Basel) Prof. Dominique Pioletti (EPFL Lausanne) Prof. Dimos Poulikakos (ETH Zurich) Prof. Robert Riener (ETH Zurich) Dr. Karsten Schwieger (AO Davos) Prof. Jess Snedeker (University and ETH Zurich) Prof. Nikolaos Stergiopulos (EPFL Lausanne) Prof. Viola Vogel (ETH Zurich)

Japanese National Scientific Committee Prof. Toshiaki Hara (Niigata University) Prof. Kozaburo Hayashi (Okayama University of Science) Prof. Hidehiko Higaki (Kyushu Sangyo University) Prof. Takeo Matsumoto (Nagoya Institute of Technology) Prof. Jiro Sakamoto (Kanazawa University) Prof. Masaaki Sato (Tohoku University) Prof. Shigeru Tadano (Hokkaido University) Prof. Kazuo Tanishita (Keio University) Prof. Takashi Ushida (University of Tokyo) Prof. Shigeo Wada (Osaka University) Prof. Noritaka Yamamoto (Ritsumeikan University)

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Local Organizing Committee Dr. Philipp Schneider (Secretary General) Prof. Ralph Müller (Chair) Dr. Jörg Goldhahn Dr. Sandra Hofmann Dr. Gisela Kuhn Dr. Davide Ruffoni Dr. Kathryn Stok Dr. Duncan Webster David Christen (Web Master)

Contact Mail: [email protected] Web: http://www.sjb2009.ethz.ch Address: ETH Zurich Institute for Biomechanics Wolfgang-Pauli-Strasse 10 HCI E 355.1 CH-8093 Zurich HCI Building at ETH Hönggerberg (© Hannes Switzerland Röst, Creative Commons license by-sa)

Format and Abstract Submission At the workshop, there will be eight oral sessions with thirty-three invited papers by leading investigators from Japan and Switzerland. All the invitees have already agreed to present their work in Engelberg. The list of speakers below is a testimony to what promises to be a very exciting workshop. Additionally, there is place for young investigators to submit abstracts for review by the scientific committee. Accepted abstracts will be presented in a special oral plenary session, and subsequently discussed in a poster session. Finally, the organizers would like to highlight several social events; including a half-day excursion to Mount Titlis, to which all participants and accompanying persons are kindly invited and which offer further occasions for social exchange. The workshop will be concluded by a traditional Swiss evening.

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Scientific Areas The focus of the workshop will be on biomechanical imaging and different application areas have been identified for the individual sessions:

• Biofluid, cardiovascular and respiratory biomechanics • Bone biomechanics • Implants, biomaterials and tissue engineering • Molecular and cellular biomechanics • New areas in biomechanics • Soft tissue biomechanics • Spine and joint biomechanics • Whole body biomechanics

Keynote Speaker Prof. Keita Ito (TU Eindhoven) “Application of bioimaging to biomechanics at the tissue, matrix and cell level”

Invited Speakers Japan Prof. Adachi Taiji (Kyoto University) Prof. Araki Tsutomu (Osaka University) Prof. Gong Jian Ping (University of Hokkaido) Prof. Hara Toshiaki (Niigata University) Prof. Higaki Hidehiko (Kyushu Sangyo University) Prof. Ishikawa Takuji (Tohoku University) Prof. Matsumoto Takeo (Nagoya Institute of Technology) Prof. Naiki Takeru (Okayama University of Science) Prof. Ohashi Toshiro (Tohoku University) Prof. Sakamoto Jiro (Kanazawa University) Prof. Shimizu Juichiro (Nara Medical University) Prof. Tadano Shigeru (Hokkaido University) Prof. Tanaka Masao (Osaka University) Prof. Tanishita Kazuo (Keio University) Prof. Wada Shigeo (Osaka University) - 6 -

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Prof. Yamada Hiroshi (Kyushu Institute of Technology) Prof. Yamamoto Kimiko (University of Tokyo) Prof. Yamamoto Noritaka (Ritsumeikan University)

Invited Speakers Switzerland Prof. Daniels Dan A. U. (University of Basel) Prof. Ferguson Stephen (University of Bern) Prof. Mazza Edoardo (ETH Zurich) Prof. Meister Jean-Jacques (EPF Lausanne) Prof. Müller Bert (University of Basel) Prof. Müller Ralph (ETH Zurich) Prof. Pioletti Dominique (EPF Lausanne) Prof. Poulikakos Dimos (ETH Zurich) Prof. Riener Robert (ETH Zurich) Dr. Schwieger Karsten (AO Foundation) Prof. Snedeker Jess (Uniklinik Balgrist) Prof. Stergiopulos Nikolaos (EPF Lausanne) Prof. Vogel Viola (ETH Zurich)

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Scientific Program

01-Sep 02-Sep 03-Sep 04-Sep 05-Sep Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Break- Regis- 07:15-08:30 Breakfast Breakfast 07:15-08:30 fast tration

Opening

08:30-10:10 Session III Session V Breakfast 08:30-10:10 Session I

10:10-10:50 Coffee Break Coffee Break Coffee Break 10:10-10:50

10:50-12:30 Session II Session IV Session VI 10:50-12:30

Optional 12:30-14:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch excursion 12:30-14:00 Fürenalp

14:00-15:00 Short Talks I Session VII 14:00-15:40 15:00-15:20 Short Break

15:20-16:20 Short Talks II Excursion Coffee Break 15:40-16:20 Titlis 16:20-16:40 Short Break

16:40-17:40 Short Talks III Session VIII 16:20-18:00

Registration Poster 17:40-19:00 Aperitif Session 18:00-19:00

Welcome 19:00-20:30 Reception Traditional Swiss 19:00-23:00 Evening

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Social Program

Excursion Titlis (Thursday, 03-Sep-2009)

The Titlis (3238 m) is located on the border between the cantons of Obwalden and Berne in Switzerland, overlooking Engelberg (Obwalden) and is famous as the site of the world's first revolving cable car. The cable car system connects Engelberg to the summit of Klein Titlis (3028 m) through the three stages of Titlis Rotair gondola (© Engelberg-Titlis Gerschnialp (1262 m), Trübsee (1796 m) Tourismus AG, photo: Christian Perret) and Stand (2428 m). In the final ascent, the cable car takes you above the glacier. After enjoying the surroundings at the top of Titlis we will visit the glacier cave. There will be plenty of time for photos and fascinating panoramas. The downwards journey can be completed in either of two ways: The moderate downhill using the cable car system or the fast way down with a scooter, starting at Gerschnialp.

Traditional Swiss Evening (Friday, 04-Sep-2009)

Swiss cuisine today is mainly based on traditional recipes. It is hard to name typical national dishes since the majority of Swiss recipes are formed by the numerous regional specialities. These dishes were originally prepared for farm workers, in order to offer them a nutritious meal. You will have the chance to experience original Swiss cuisine Traditional Swiss Restaurant (© Restaurant during our Traditional Swiss Evening. Alpenclub, Engelberg)

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Optional Excursion Fürenalp (Saturday, 05-Sep-2009)

Slightly hidden but all the more tranquil: lush alpine meadows and impressive views towards Spannort and Engelberg. This is Fürenalp (1840 m), modest and charming, which is the goal of our optional hiking trip with idyllic walks and close-to-nature experiences. According to your level of fitness, you might take a Mountain lake, Fürenalp (© Engelberg-Titlis shortcut using the cable car. Tourismus AG, photo: Christian Perret)

Accompanying Person Program

Excursion Lucerne - Swiss Culture and Chocolate (Wednesday, 02-Sep-2009)

Lucerne lies at the shores of the Lake of Lucerne (Vierwaldstättersee) and is the capital of Central Switzerland. This well- preserved medieval town centre dates back to the 8th century A.D. when a small monastery of the order of St. Benedictine was founded at the mouth of the River Reuss. Lucerne offers world-famous landmarks, such as the Chapel Bridge (Kappelbrücke) and the Wasserturm. You will have the chance to take part in a guided tour through the historic center. Chapel Bridge, Lucerne (© Engelberg-Titlis This tour will end in an old church with Tourismus AG) the relaxing sound of the church organ that will be exclusively played for us. During lunchtime you are free to stroll around and buy some gifts. In the afternoon we will learn the secrets of making famous Swiss chocolate; including degustation. - 10 -

Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Excursion Hergiswil - Swiss Glass (Thursday, 03-Sep-2009)

Live glass manufacturing can be visited on our trip to Glasi Hergiswil. Here you can watch the glassmakers at their work and visit interesting exhibitions on the history of glass making and on other subjects related to glass. You will also have the opportunity to buy some of the

Excursion Engelberg - Monastery and Show Cheese Factory (Friday, 04-Sep-2009)

Engelberg's culture dates back to the 12th Century. The village is defined by the monastery and the Collegiate Church. The monastery, founded in 1120 and still inhabited by monks, is the goal of our guided tour, which will end with a visit of the Show Cheese Factory. There, you

can observe the art of making cheese Monastery library, Engelberg (© Engelberg- and you can taste it subsequently. After Titlis Tourismus AG) these events, you are invited for a walk through the nature surrounding Engelberg.

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Important Dates Registration and hotel reservation June 15, 2009 Abstract submission: June 30, 2009

Registration

Conference Fee

• Regular participant: CHF 390.— • Student participant: CHF 250.— (requires presentation of a valid student ID at the registration desk on-site) • Accompanying person: CHF 280.—

Conference Registration Benefits

• Welcome Reception: Tuesday, 01-Sep-2009 • Lunch: Wednesday, 02-Sep-2009 – Friday, 04-Sep-2009 • Dinner: Wednesday, 02-Sep-2009 • Excursion Titlis: Thursday, 03-Sep-2009

Social Program Fees

• Traditional Swiss evening: CHF 90.— (regular/accompany) / CHF 50.— (student) • Optional excursion Fürenalp: CHF 50.— (everybody)

Accompanying Program Fees

• Excursion Lucerne - Swiss Culture and Chocolate: CHF 90.— • Excursion Hergiswil - Swiss Glass: CHF 50.— • Excursion Engelberg - Monastery and Show Cheese Factory: CHF 90.—

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Third Switzerland-Japan Workshop on Biomechanics (SJB 2009)

Location

Map

Europäischer Hof Hotel Europe Dorfstrasse 40 CH-6390 Engelberg Switzerland Tel.: +41 (0)41 639 75 75 Fax: +41 (0)41 639 75 76 [email protected] http://www.hoteleurope.ch http://map.search.ch/engelberg/dorfstr.40 Lobby Hotel Europe (© Europäischer Hof Hotel Europe) By Airplane

From Airport Zürich-Kloten and EuroAiport Basel, there are direct connections to Lucerne every hour, and from Lucerne, connecting trains to Engelberg (see below). Zurich: http://www.zurich-airport.com Basel: http://www.euroairport.com

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By Train

There are regular Intercity or Eurocity train connections to Lucerne. From Lucerne, direct Zentralbahn trains run to Engelberg every hour. http://www.sbb.ch http://www.zentralbahn.ch http://www.zentralbahn.ch/pics/fahrplan/t- fahrplan_luzernEngelberg.pdf Zentralbahn, railway station Lucerne (© Engelberg-Titlis Tourismus AG) By Car

By car, Engelberg is easy to reach from all directions. Autobahnen (motorways) run from Geneva via Bern or St. Gallen via Zurich to Lucerne (Gotthard). Exit the Autobahn A2 at Stans-Süd exit (16 kilometers after Lucerne) following signs to Engelberg. You will reach Engelberg after 20 kilometers.

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