Delivering Therapeutics Across Biological Barriers (E1)

Scientific Organizers: David Brayden, Claus-Michael Lehr and Kathryn Whitehead


May 6—9, 2019

Royal Dublin Society, Dublin, Ireland


Organized in Collaboration with Science Foundation Ireland

Sponsored by Astellas Pharma Inc.


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** Meeting has ended **

Discounted Abstract Deadline: January 8, 2019

*All deadlines end at 11:59 PM US Mountain Standard Time

Abstract Submission Fee: 100.00 USD*
Submission by this date receives 50.00 USD discount.
*50.00 USD will be applied to Registration Fee when you register

Abstract Details: It is best to submit your abstract early. Abstract and registration spaces are limited and may fill prior to the abstract or discounted registration deadlines. Submitting an abstract does not constitute or guarantee registration.

Submitting your abstract early allows us to:
  • submit your abstract to organizers to be considered for a short talk
  • accept your abstract online
  • include your abstract on our website and in our secure mobile app
  • reserve your space at the meeting for a poster presentation.**
**Submitting an abstract does not constitute or guarantee registration.
(The Abstract Deadline: is February 6, 2019)

Global Health Travel Award Deadline:

*All deadlines end at 11:59 PM US Mountain Standard Time


Global Health Travel Award Details: You MUST complete your Global Health Travel Award appplication by the Global Health Travel Award Deadline and complete the other required steps (verify your contact information and submit a recommendation letter) to be considered for a travel award.


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Scholarship Deadline: January 8, 2019

*All deadlines end at 11:59 PM US Mountain Standard Time


Scholarship Details: You MUST submit your abstract by the Scholarship Deadline and complete the other required steps (submit a scholarship application and submit a mentor letter) to be considered for a scholarship.

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Abstract Deadline: February 6, 2019

*All deadlines end at 11:59 PM US Mountain Standard Time


Abstract Submission Fee: 100.00 USD*
*50.00 USD will be applied to Registration Fee when you register

Details: It is best to submit your abstract early. Abstract and registration spaces are limited and may fill prior to the abstract or discounted registration deadline. Submitting an abstract does not constitute or guarantee registration.

Submitting your abstract by the Abstract Deadline allows us to:

  • submit your abstract to organizers to be considered for a short talk
  • include your abstract on our website and in our secure mobile app
  • reserve your space at the meeting for a poster presentation.**
**Submitting an abstract does not constitute or guarantee registration.
Abstracts submitted after the Abstract Deadline will NOT be considered for a short talk.

(Discounted Abstract Deadline: is January 8, 2019)

Discounted Registration Deadline: March 6, 2019

*All deadlines end at 11:59 PM US Mountain Standard Time


Registration Fee: 895.00 USD* (includes 200.00 USD discount)
Student Registration Fee: 670.00 USD* (must complete student verification form)

*Includes 50.00 USD of your abstract submission fee

After the Discounted Registration Deadline:


Registration Fee: 1095.00 USD*
Student Registration Fee: 870.00 USD* (must complete student verification form)

*Includes 50.00 USD of your abstract submission fee

Registration spaces are limited and may fill prior to discounted registration deadline.

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Things to Do

Walking distance  = Walking distance (within 1/2 mile of conference center)  FREE Shuttle/Bus available  = FREE Shuttle/Bus available
Shuttle/Bus required  = Shuttle/Bus required  Car/Taxi required  = Car/Taxi required  not available  = Not Available

Keystone Symposia is organizing an excursion on Wednesday, May 8, to the beautiful Wicklow Mountains and the monastic city of St. Kevin's at Glendalough with Paddywagon Tours. Follow link to check out the itinerary, but do NOT book. The bus will depart shortly after the morning plenary is complete (around 12:30) and return in time for the evening plenary session that begins at 17:00.

There is no cost to our attendees but please note that this tour is only open to those registered for the conference. Be sure to sign up at registration as spots are limited.
Sightseeing Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Dublin has many visitor attractions, capturing the essence of Ireland's cultural and historic capital city and county. Christ Church Cathedral is one of the must see places in Dublin. For a full list of must sees and must dos, check out Visit Dublin
Biking Walking distance Dublin is a great place to explore on bicycle. Avoid the crowds by riding along the seashore, mountain biking through the hills, or head out along the paths around Dublin Bay.
Golfing Walking distance Car/Taxi required Golf – for some people it is a good walk spoilt and for others it is a way of life. Whether you are an avid golfer or the occasional swinger of a club – Dublin is the place where you should be. With over 60 of the finest golf courses in the country within the county area, we cater for all needs and handicaps. The fantastic parkland courses all play to an excellent standard, and even the easy ones have been known to catch people out. Stepping onto the tee box in all of the courses in Dublin will offer you a unique experience each time – even if you have been here before. There is something quite spectacular about playing golf in Dublin.
Hiking Walking distance Car/Taxi required If you prefer to stay on dry land, head south to the beautiful Wicklow Mountains for hikes in the Irish countryside.
Site Provided Activity Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Guiness Storehouse is Ireland's #1 Visitor Attraction.A trip to Dublin would not be complete without a visit to the Home of Guinness - Guinness Storehouse. Follow the dramatic history of Guinness, which began 250 years ago and watch as this icon of Irish cuture unfolds before your eyes. Experience the brewing process. Learn to taste Guinness and drink your complimentary pint in the Gravity Bar - the highest bar in Dublin with 360-degree views over the city. Guinness Storehouse

Established by John Jameson in 1780, Jameson is triple distilled, twice as smooth Irish Whiskey. Learning is fun and while a sip of Jameson can tell you everything you need to know about good whiskey, a tour of the Old Jameson Distillery can tell all you need to know about everything else. You can explore their history and find out about the legend that is John Jameson.Jameson Whiskey
Other Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Dublin on a Budget

City, sea and countryside all within easy reach means activities such as golf, horseriding, hiking, surfing, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, hot air ballooning, and car racing to name but a few that are at your fingertips. There are numerous horse-riding centres offering trail-riding and trekking options for visitors. Ireland has a strong racing culture and visitors to Dublin can enjoy races at the nearby Curragh, Punchestown or Leopardstown racecourses.

Spa Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Looking for a deeply pampering break? Dublin ticks all the boxes. Check yourself in for a few hours of total relaxation in one of Dublin’s many spas. Enjoy some fabulous treatments and recharge those batteries. Dublin’s indulgent side is expecting you and is just waiting to be discovered. Get expert advice on Dublin's spas from the official website of Dublin Tourism.
Zoo Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Experience some animal magic within minutes of O'Connell Street, Dublin, at the Phoenix Park Zoo, one of the oldest in the world.

Museums Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Visit Dublin's attraction website can be sorted to show you the best museums in the area.
Galleries Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required Dublin's galleries offer extensive collections of modern, local, classical, and contemporary art.

Dining Walking distance FREE Shuttle/Bus available Shuttle/Bus required For more options on restaurants in Dublin, please visit the Dublin Restaurant Guide at Visit Dublin-Restaurants. From here you can search all of the dining options both inside and right outside of the city.
Traditional soda bread and potato farls, salmon straight from the river, Dublin Bay Prawns, Lough Neagh Eels, Kerry Blue Beef, and Cooley Lamb - from these fresh, local products a new genre of contemporary Irish cuisine has been fashioned.
Bars/Pubs Walking distance Car/Taxi required Shuttle/Bus required The social hub of Irish life is the pub. There are many pubs in the city centre, and in the villages to the North and South of the centre, that host traditional Irish music nights. No smoking in pubs/restaurants or any other enclosed public space.
Amounts are in US dollars
The above information is provided as a courtesy to our conferees and is subject to change without notice.