You are welcomed to attend and participate in to the 15th International Congress on Photosynthesis to be held in Beijing from August 22 to 27, 2010.

This series of international congresses is one of the most exciting and important meetings in photosynthesis. In keeping with its tradition, the 15th Congress will feature eminent plenary speakers and state-of-the-art symposium speakers who are at the cutting edge of discovery in their fields and provide an exciting scientific program which will cover the breadth and depth of photosynthesis from molecular to global. The 15th Congress will provide a forum for students, postdoctoral fellows and scientists from all over the world to deepen their knowledge and understanding, widen professional contact and create new opportunities, including establishing new collaborations.

Beijing is a vibrant modern city with a long and rich history, especially noted for its many historical sites, such as the Great Wall and Imperial Palace. It is a great city with excellent art galleries, museums,theatres, restaurants and gardens. The Congress venue will be the Friendship Hotel of Beijing which is one of the largest garden-style hotels in Asia with convenient facilities.

The 15th Congress will be a historic event and a very unique experience.

Come and enjoy it!

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