General Information
Audio-visual Set-up in Meeting Rooms
Every room will have one (1) screen, one (1) data projector and one (1) Windows based computer. The Plenary Session Room will have two (2) screens and one (1) data projector and (1) Windows based computer. A speaker using his own computer should bring his own cable/adaptor. SIAM and Università degli Studi di Padova are not responsible for the safety and security of speakers’ computers. Overhead projectors will be provided only when requested. If you would like to request an overhead projector for your session, please email Dr. Carlo Janna ([email protected]) no later than May 30, 2013.
Speakers may inquire about ordering additional audio-visual equipment by contacting Dr. Carlo Janna ([email protected]).
For inquiry regarding access to e-mail, please contact [email protected].
Local Area
Visit http://www.welcomepadova.it for more information on Padova and the surrounding area.
The average temperature in Padova during June varies between 59° F (15°C) and 78° F (25°C). Remember meeting room temperatures and personal comfort zones vary widely. It is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the sessions.
Membership
Please visit http://www.siam.org/membership/ for information about joining SIAM.
Poster Session
For information about preparing a poster, please visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/guidelines/presenters.php. See SUBMISSIONS button for deadlines.
Further information will be posted here http://siamgs13.dmsa.unipd.it when available.
Transportation
Transportation information will be posted here http://siamgs13.dmsa.unipd.it when available.
Visa Information
Citizens of the United States with a valid passport do not need a visa to enter Italy if they do not expect to stay more than 90 days and do not expect to work there. For visa information for other countries, please visit http://www.esteri.it/visti/index_eng.asp .
Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travelers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.
For more information visit http://siamgs13.dmsa.unipd.it or contact Professor Massimiliano Ferronato ([email protected]).
Letter of Invitation
Confirmed authors in need of a Letter of Invitation to assist in the visa application process, please fill out the Letter of Invitation Request Form. Please allow three to four weeks for processing and delivery.
If you are not planning to present at the conference or are not yet an accepted author and need a letter of invitation before acceptance notifications are sent, please fill out the form AND provide the following information to [email protected]:- Brief curriculum vita (including your date of birth and a list of publications over the past 3 years.)
- Brief statement why attending this conference would help your research and career.
- Letter of recommendation. Have a senior person (e.g. Ph.D. advisor, head of department, president of a mathematical society) write a brief letter of recommendation on appropriate letterhead. This letter is not needed if you have a minimum of twelve entries in MathSciNet. If this is the case please state so in your message to [email protected].