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General Introduction Conferences, either face-to-face meeting, or via internet or satellite, have become a popular means of mutual communication for mankind. They have played a significant role in the history of communication. Early in Europe, a small group of local people often gathered together to discuss certain issues. Later on, as some their issues concerned other countries. They began to attract more arid more foreign participants, which gave birth to international conferences. In 1962, to meet peoples need for more international conferences, International Congress & Convention Association ( ICCA ), one of the most influential societies in the world of international conferences, was established in Holland. So far, there are no universally agreed criteria for international conferences. We can conclude that international conferences should have at least the following three elements: (1) Fixed meetings (2) Held in each hosting country in turn (3) Having more than 50 participantsThe varieties of international conferences are as follows:MeetingConferenceSymposiumCongressForumSeminarWorkshopConference AnnouncementName of the MeetingEach conference has a formal name, for example, American Academy of Medicine 25th Annual Meeting. Besides, in the conference announcement or other documents, the short term for the formal name may be used. For example, the short term for the above conference name is AAPMs 25th Annual Meeting, For the first time you mention the name of the meeting, only the formal name can be used. Upon subsequent reference, write the short form.ThemeTheme of the meeting is the central idea that runs through the whole meeting.ObjectivesObjectives of the meeting are the targets to be achieved in the meeting.Topics of Interest Topics of interest refer to the focused areas of the conferenceDateThe announcement should include the starting and ending date of the conference. For example, you may state that the symposium is held from July 7 to 13, 2011.Location / VenueInternational conferences are usually held in places of extensive scientific, educational and academic activities, such as specialized centers of international exchanges and cooperation at universities or research institutes, often with available accommodations, telecommunication facilities, convenient transportation and beautiful scenery.Specially invited and plenary (keynote) speakersSpecially invited and plenary (keynote) speakers are the so-called VIPs , the important figures present at the conference, including but not limited to the members of academic committees, and leading figures in the fields. The information about these people is useful to all the participants for further communication.Requirements for AttendancesConference sponsors set restrictions on the participants of a conference. Conference announcement give specific requirements, such as membership, age and specialization, for the participants.Call for AbstractsAbstracts are formal summaries presenters prepare of their completed research work or work in progress. Abstracts are important tools for conference organizers since they choose conference proposals and presentations based on them. After academic committee has decided which participants to admit after an anonymous review of their abstracts, the program schedule should be prepared and distributed to all the participants.Conference sponsorGenerally speaking, the sponsor of a conference is the institution that initiates the conference. As a rule, the sponsor of a conference is a financial supporter for the conference.Conference OrganizerAn organizer of a conference is the one who actually organizes the conference. The organizer is usually entrusted by the sponsor to organize the conference.Organizing Committee For a large-scale conference, the organizing committee is usually a rather large body that consists of the chairperson, vice-chairpersons, the secretary-general deputy secretary-generals, and other committee members. Each of them is in charge of a specific part of the organizing work and is responsible to the sponsors and organizers.Program ScheduleConference program schedule serves as a guide as well as a plan for the participants. It lists a series of activities to be done at a definite time and place. It helps participants fulfill their activities in accordance with the plan. Usually it contains the following information: time, date(s), activities, place, and people involved.RegistrationRegistration for the meeting must be made beforehand by sending Conference Registration Form and remittance of payment by mail, fax, email or internet.Accommodation (hotel, cost, reservation. number)Conference organizer provides a selection of hotels for the participantsParticipants can choose the hotels offered by them or find hotels themselves.Contact information Contact information, such as name (first and last), phone number, email address and website, should be included to provide participants with more information about the program or registration.Call for AbstractsAbstracts are formal summaries presenters prepare of their completed research work or work in progress. Abstracts are important tools for conference organizers since they choose conference proposals（建议书） and presentations based on them. After academic committee has decided which participants to admit after an anonymous（匿名的） review of their abstracts, the program schedule should be prepared and distributed to all the participants. Conference Organizing Committees invite the submission of paper abstracts for presentation or poster session at the meeting. Abstracts are important tools for conference organizers, as they help the organizer to decide on whether to accept a proposal or not.Instructions for submission of an abstract should be informative.Useful Words and Expressions in an Opening CeremonyDeclaring the conference（宣布会议）(1) I now declare . International Conference of . open.(2) It is (indeed) a great (real) pleasure (privilege/honor) for me to open the .international Conference of(3) I have the pleasure (privilege/honor) of opening the ,.International Conference of .(4) It is with great pleasure (honor) that I open the . International Conference of.(5) I am very pleased (delighted/happy/proud) to have the privilege (honor) of declaring the . International Conference of . open.Guest speakers speech(1) I am greatly honored to give the opening address at this . International Conference of . here in(2) I am honored and proud to participate with you in this opening ceremony of .International Conference of . and address the distinguished audience on this joyful occasion here in (3) It is truly a pleasure and a privilege to be afforded the opportunity to greet such an illustrious audience at the opening ceremony of the . International Conference on here in.(4) I am honored to have been invited to address this distinguished audience at the opening ceremony of the . International Conference on . here in.Welcome speech of organizers(1) My special thanks/gratitude go to those who have traveled great distances to be here.(2) I would like to express my warm welcome for the professors and experts in this field, who have come all the way from .(3) We are particularly grateful to those scientists who have traveled far distances in order to participate in this conference.(4) I would like to thank all of the participants for their interest and efforts in helping us make this conference possible, especially those who have traveled great distances and taken valuable time from their very busy schedules to attend the conference.Organizers concerns for the participants(1) It is our earnest hope that your visit will prove pleasant and rewarding.(2) I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate this gathering, as it is very important and pertinent to .(3) We wish you a pleasant stay in . and a safe return to your countries.(4) I wish all participants of the . International Symposium of . a pleasant stay in our country and an enriching experience, both personal and professional.Participants appreciation for organizers(1)I would like to thank Professor . for this kind welcome. I am sure that I speak for all when I say that we feel honored and privileged to be here. I wish in addition to express gratitude on behalf of all the participants of this conference to the .for the generous way in which it has extended its hospitality.(2)Thank you very much for invitin8 us