September 14-15, 2023
La Jolla, CA, USA
September 14-15, 2023
La Jolla, CA, USA
September 14-15, 2023
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
La Jolla, CA, USA
Seminal scientific discoveries started with, and were initially identified in, laboratories using large-scale petri dishes and high volumes of reagents. These experiments consumed more sample and time than compared to current day. To conserve and speed up the process, scientists are now ‘scaling-down’ the science into smaller units without jeopardizing the quality or the results. This can take the form of multi-well sample plates that contain upwards of 3,456 microwells per plate, utilizing the recent advances in microfluidics, or by harnessing the complexity of testing on animals by replacing them with much smaller surrogate organ-on-a-chip type systems. The inaugural SLAS 2023 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium will provide attendees with a forum to communicate these scaled-down approaches and demonstrate their effectiveness through examples in podium talks, poster presentations and a technology provider exhibition.
Please contact Andrea Schermerhorn, CEM, DES, Sr. Sales Manager slassymposium@discoversb.com or 301-658-2042 with any questions about exhibiting or sponsoring at SLAS. We look forward to partnering with you and welcome the opportunity to recommend options that meet your goals.
Attendees will come from a variety of life sciences backgrounds, including, but not limited to:
This is an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues and share the latest in industry developments with a multidisciplinary audience.
Organizations specifically targeting the following types of collaborators or customers:
| Badge Type: | Quantity: | Cost: | Value: |
| Booth Personnel | 2 | Complimentary | $250 |
| Exhibitor Full Access | 1 | Complimentary | $795 |
| Exhibitor Full Access – Discounted | 3 | $250 | $795 |
| Customer Full Access | 2 | Complimentary | $795 |
| Badge Type: | Quantity: | Cost: | Value: |
| Booth Personnel | 2 | Complimentary | $250 |
| Exhibitor Full Access | 1 | Complimentary | $795 |
| Exhibitor Full Access – Discounted | 3 | $250 | $795 |
| Customer Full Access | 1 | Complimentary | $795 |
| Badge Type: | Quantity: | Cost: | Value: |
| Booth Personnel | 2 | Complimentary | $250 |
| Exhibitor Full Access | 1 | Complimentary | $795 |
| Exhibitor Full Access – Discounted | 3 | $250 | $795 |
Full Payment is due at the time of purchase.
These rules and regulations are a bona fide part of the contract for exhibit space with the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening, hereinafter referred to as SLAS, for the SLAS 2023 Microscale Innovation in Life Sciences Symposium, hereinafter referred to as the Event. SLAS reserves the sole right to render all interpretations, amend and enforce these regulations and to establish any and all further regulations not specifically covered below to assure the general success and well-being of the Event. Each exhibitor agrees to abide by these regulations and by any amendments or additions hereafter made by SLAS.
SLAS reserves the right to decline, prohibit, deny access or remove any exhibit, which in its sole judgment is contrary to the character, objectives and best interests of the event or suitable for its attendee audience.
This reservation includes, but is not limited to, any violation of any public policy or these rules and regulations and extends to persons, things, printed matter, products and conduct. SLAS reserves the right to refuse applications of concerns not meeting standards required or expected, as well as the right to curtail exhibits or parts of exhibits that reflect against the character of the meeting. SLAS’s decision and interpretation shall be accepted as final in all cases.
I, the undersigned, desire to participate in the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening's ("SLAS") global symposium (“Event”) In exchange for being permitted to participate in and enjoy the benefits of the Event, I acknowledge and agree to the following:
PAYMENT OF SPACE
Payment is due in full upon receipt of invoice.
CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS
All cancellations of space must be received in writing.
Cancellations received on or before August 13, 2023, are subject to a $250.00 cancellation fee.
Cancellations received after August 13, 2023, are not refundable.
Sponsorships are subject to the same payment and cancellation terms as are exhibition booths.
Exhibitors who cancel and have a remaining balance must pay the amount due based on their date of cancellation. Exhibitors failing to pay their cancellation fee will forfeit the ability to participate in future SLAS events until their outstanding balance is paid in full.
No-shows will be treated as cancellations and the exhibiting company will lose all accumulated points toward the following year’s space assignments.
It is expressly agreed by the exhibitor that in the event they fail to pay the space rental at the times specified or fail to comply with any other provisions contained in these rules and regulations concerning their use of exhibit space, SLAS shall have the right to reassign the confirmed booth location or to take possession of said space and lease same, or any part thereof, to such parties and upon such terms and conditions as it may deem proper. In the event of a default by the exhibitor, as set forth in the previous sentence, the exhibitor shall forfeit as liquidated damages, the amount paid by him for his space reservation, regardless of whether or not SLAS enters into a further lease for the space involved.
In case the exposition shall not be held for any reason whatsoever, then and there upon the rental and lease of space to the exhibitor shall be terminated. In such case the limit claim for damage and/or compensation by the exhibitor shall be the return to the exhibitor of the pro rata amount already paid for space for this specific event.
SPACE RENTAL AND SPONSORSHIPS
Whenever possible, space assignments will be made by SLAS in keeping with the preferences as to location requested by the exhibitor. Priority Points will be utilized to determine space selection with Event Exhibitors and Sponsors receiving priority booking for the initial round of space selection.
SLAS, HOWEVER, RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE THE FINAL DETERMINATION OF ALL SPACE ASSIGNMENTS IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE EXHIBITION.
USE OF SPACE, SUBLETTING OF SPACE
No exhibitor shall assign, sublet or share the space allotted with another business or firm unless approval has been obtained in writing by SLAS. Exhibitors are not permitted to feature names or advertisements of non-exhibiting manufacturers, distributors or agents in the exhibitor’s display, parent or subsidiary companies excepted.
Exhibitors must show only goods manufactured or dealt in by them in the regular course of business. Should an article of non-exhibiting firm be required for operation or demonstration in an exhibitor’s display, identification of such article shall be limited to the usual and regular nameplate, imprint or trademark under which same is sold in the general course of business. No firm or organization not assigned exhibit space will be permitted to solicit business within the Exhibit Areas.
SAFE MEETING GUIDELINES
SLAS will adhere to and publish safe Event guidelines developed in conjunction with the Event facility and applicable governing bodies. By registering for this Event, participants agree to abide by the guidelines in place at the time of the live Event. Safety guidelines will be communicated to registrants via email and the Event website in advance of arrival at the Event facility.
EXHIBITORS AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
Each exhibitor must name one person to be his representative in connection with the installation, operation, and removal of the firm’s exhibit. Such representative shall be authorized to enter into such service contracts as may be necessary and for which the exhibitor shall be responsible. The exhibitor shall assume responsibility for such representative being in attendance throughout all exposition periods and this representative shall be responsible for keeping the exhibit neat, manned, and orderly at all times.
Exhibit Staff Registration
The official SLAS badge must be worn whenever a representative is in the exhibit hall. Each exhibit must be fully operational and staffed during the open exhibit hours as defined. Booths should be manned by company specialists who are qualified to discuss details of their company's products or services.
For their own safety and protection, persons under the age of sixteen (16) may not staff the booth or assist in the move-in and/or move-out of any exhibit.
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
SLAS reserves the right to fix the time for the installation of a booth prior to the Event opening and for its removal after the conclusion of the Event. Any space not claimed and occupied by one (1) prior to the published Event opening time may be resold or reassigned without refund. Installation of all exhibits must be fully completed by the opening time of the exposition.
Exhibits must be staffed during all Event hours and may not, to any extent, be dismantled before the Event closing. Any early dismantling or packing shall be considered a breach of this agreement and may affect future applications.
ARRANGEMENT OF EXHIBITS
Each exhibitor is provided an Exhibitor Service Kit. The Exhibitor Service Kit describes the type and arrangement of exhibit space and the standard equipment provided by SLAS for booth construction. All booth space must be arranged and constructed in accordance with the guidelines, provisions and limitations contained in the Exhibitor Service Kit. If, in the sole opinion of SLAS, any exhibit fails to conform to the Exhibitor Service Kit guidelines, or the provisions set forth herein, such exhibit will be prohibited from functioning at any time during the exposition. Exhibits not conforming may be dismantled or modified, at cost to the exhibitor, at the sole judgment and discretion of SLAS.
For specific guidelines at the Event venue, please review their current event guidelines.
This event is a tabletop exhibition. Guidelines and rules for tabletop exhibitions are included within the Service Kit and must be adhered to by each exhibiting company. Exhibitors may not infringe on neighboring exhibitors or public space.
EXHIBITS AND PUBLIC POLICY
Each exhibitor is charged with knowledge of all State, County and City laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to health, fire prevention and public safety, while participating in this exposition. Compliance with such laws is mandatory for all exhibitors and the sole responsibility is that of the exhibitor. No part of the building shall be defaced in any manner, nor shall signs or other articles be posted, nailed, taped or otherwise affixed to any pillars, doors, walls or other parts of the building. Any and all damages, losses, expenses and/or costs resulting from failure to observe this notice shall be payable by the exhibitor.
The exhibitor must, at his expense, maintain and keep in good order his exhibit and the space for which he has contracted.
SLAS and service contractors have no responsibility pertaining to the compliance with laws as to public policy as far as individual exhibitor’s space, materials and operation is concerned. Should an exhibitor have any questions as to the application of such laws, ordinances and regulations to his exhibit or display, SLAS will endeavor to answer them.
Exhibitors must comply with City and State fire regulations. All booth decorations including carpeting must be flame-proofed and all hangings must clear the floor. All exits, hallways, aisles and fire control apparatus must remain clear and unobstructed at all times. Electrical equipment and wiring must conform with National Electrical Code Safety Rules. Use of butane or bottled gas is not permitted. Use of propane and hazardous materials is prohibited. Use of balloons is prohibited.
Independent contractors must conform to IAEM, ESCA and ED&PA guidelines and must be signatory to a current local collective bargaining agreement.
STORAGE OF PACKING CRATES AND BOXES
Unattended freight in any display space as of one hour prior to Event opening will be removed and stored at the exhibitor’s sole risk and expense.
Exhibitors are responsible for all drayage and storage costs and handling arrangements.
SOCIAL ACTIVITIES
Any social function or special event planned by an exhibiting company to take place during the Event must be pre-approved by SLAS. Exhibitor agrees to withhold sponsoring hospitality suites/rooms or other functions during official conference and exposition activities, including exhibit hours, social functions, educational seminars, and any other related activities scheduled by SLAS. Distribution of exhibitor materials is not permitted to attendee sleeping room doors, SLAS meeting rooms or anywhere else in the hotel and/or exhibit facility except in the specified booth space.
OPERATION OF EXHIBITS
SLAS reserves the right to restrict the operation of, or evict completely, any exhibit, which in its sole opinion, detracts from the general character of the exposition as a whole. This includes, but is not limited to, an exhibit which, because of noise, flashing lights, method of operation, display of unsuitable material, is determined by SLAS to be objectionable to the successful conduct of the exposition as a whole. Use of so-called “barkers” or “pitchmen” is strictly prohibited.
All demonstrations or other promotional activities must be confined to the limits of the exhibit space. Sufficient space must be provided within the exhibit space for the comfort and safety of persons watching demonstrations and other promotional activities. Each exhibitor is responsible for keeping the aisles near its exhibit space free of congestion caused by demonstrations or other promotions.
Alcoholic Beverages. Exhibitors may not serve alcoholic beverages in their booth unless approved by SLAS.
Direct Sales. No sales are permitted within the exhibit area at any time, but orders may be taken for future delivery.
Contests, Drawings and Lotteries. All unusual promotional activities must be approved in writing by SLAS no later than 60 days prior to the opening of the exposition.
Literature Distribution. All demonstrations or other activities must be confined to the limits of the exhibitor’s booth. Distribution of circulars may be made only within the space assigned to the exhibitor distributing such materials. No advertising circulars, catalogs, folders or devices shall be distributed by exhibitors in the aisles, meeting rooms, registration areas, lounges or grounds of the host facility. Trade publishers are prohibited from soliciting advertising during the Event. Trade publications may be distributed from their booth, but automatic distribution is prohibited.
Copyright Licensing. Exhibitor is solely responsible for obtaining any required licenses to broadcast, perform, or display any copyrighted materials including but not limited to music, video, and software. Exhibitor shall indemnify and hold harmless SLAS, SLAS, and facility against cost, expense or liability which may be incident to, arise out of or be caused by Exhibitor's failure to obtain requisite license.
Sound. Exhibits which include the operation of musical instruments, radios, sound projection equipment or any noise making machines must be conducted or arranged so that the noise resulting from the demonstration will not annoy or disturb adjacent exhibitors and their patrons, nor cause the aisles to be blocked. Operators of noisemaking exhibits must secure approval of operating methods before the exhibit opens. SLAS shall be the sole judge of what constitutes appropriate sound levels.
Live Animals. Live animals are prohibited.
Balloons. The Licensee can bring helium balloons into the Grand Ballroom and meeting rooms. At no time are exhibitors allowed to bring helium balloons into the facility. Helium tanks cannot be brought into the facility. All air and gasses must be ordered through your Event Services Manager.
Candles. Candles are permitted for dining setting for the ballroom and exhibit halls so long as the flame from the candle does not exceed the height of the required fire safe enclosure. All candles and required encasements to be used must be approved by the MCCA Public Safety Department.
Weapon Policy. Weapons of any type, functional or non-functional, such as firearms, swords, knives, throwing knives, crossbows, stars, bows, boomerangs, darts, tazers, etc. are strictly prohibited at the Event.
Booth Representatives. Booth representatives, including models or demonstrators, must be properly registered and wear badges. Spouses are invited to visit the exhibit hall only with appropriate credentials. Booth representatives are prohibited from entry into another exhibitor’s booth without permission of that exhibitor and from photographing or examining another exhibitor’s booth without permission from that exhibitor.
Irregular Activities. All giveaway items must be submitted for approval to SLAS two (2) weeks prior to the opening of the exposition. All exhibitors distributing approved “stick-ons” may not place the “stick-ons” on the attendees’ badges.
Robot Demonstrations. Exhibitors must adhere to rules and regulations set forth by SLAS. View Robot Safety Policy.
Bell Persons/Couriers. Neither bell persons from surrounding hotels nor couriers are allowed in the building or on the Event floor. Deliveries must arrive at the loading dock area, to be moved by contract laborers or received by contract laborers at the doors.
Distribution of Flyers. The distribution of flyers is prohibited in all venue public areas. Additionally, adhesive-backed decals may not be given away or utilized. Any costs incurred by the venue for the removal of these items will be charged to the Licensee.
Material Handling. Exhibitors are allowed to perform their own material handling, providing they adhere to the guidelines within the Exhibitor Service Kit.
Glitter, Confetti, Popcorn & other Materials. The use of glitter, confetti, sand, or simulated snow types of material, as well as popcorn, is not permitted.
Hazer/Fogger Equipment. The use of hazer/fogger equipment is prohibited.
LIABILITY AND INSURANCE
All property of the exhibitor remains under his custody and control in transit to and from the exhibit hall and while it is in the confines of the exhibit hall. Neither SLAS, its service contractors, the management of the exhibit hall nor any of the officers, staff members or directors of any of the same are responsible for the safety of the property of exhibitors from theft, damage by fire, accident, vandalism or other causes, and the exhibitor expressly waives and releases any claim or demand he may have against any of them by reason of any damage to or loss of any property of the exhibitor.
It is required that Exhibitors obtain adequate insurance coverage, at their own expense, for property loss or damage and liability for personal injury and include SLAS as an additional insured party. Proof of insurance must be submitted to SLAS, and if requested to SLAS prior to setup of booth space at the Event.
INDEMNIFICATION
Exhibitor agrees that it will defend, indemnify and hold and save SLAS and the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS), and their respective directors, officers, members, employees, agents, volunteers and other representatives, (collectively “Indemnified Parties”) whole and harmless of, from and against all claims, demands, actions, damages, loss, cost, liabilities, expenses and judgments recovered from or averted against the Indemnified Parties on account of injury or damage to person or property to the extent that any such damage or injury may be incident to, arise out of, or be caused, either proximately or remotely, wholly or in part, by an act, omission negligence or misconduct on the part of Exhibitor or any of its agents, servants, employees, contractors, patrons, guests, licensees or invitees or of any other person entering upon the Premises leased hereunder with the express or implied invitation or permission of Exhibitor, or when any such injury or damage is the result, proximate or remote, of the violation by Exhibitor or any of its agents, servants, employees, contractors, patrons, guests, licensees or invitees of any law, ordinance or governmental order of any kind, or when any such injury or damage may in any other way arise from or out of the occupancy or use by Exhibitor its agents, servants, employees, contractors, patrons, guests, licensees or invitees of the Premises leased hereunder.
Such indemnification of the Indemnified Parties by Exhibitor shall be effective unless such damage or injury may result from the sole negligence, gross negligence, or willful misconduct of SLAS. Exhibitor covenants and agrees that in case any of the Indemnified Parties shall be made a party to any litigation commenced by or against Exhibitor or relating to this lease or the Premises leased hereunder, then Exhibitor shall and will pay all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs, incurred by or imposed upon the Indemnified Parties by virtue of any such litigation.
Property Damage. Neither SLAS nor Exhibitor shall be responsible for any loss of or damage to property of the other party hereto, including, but not limited to, loss or damage occasioned by theft, fire, smoke, acts of God, public enemy, riot, civil commotion or other insurable casualty, and SLAS and Exhibitor expressly waive any claim for liability against the other party hereto with respect to any such loss or damage. In the event that such occurrence results in cancellation of the exposition, each party hereby releases the other from obligations under this contract. Accordingly, it shall be the responsibility of SLAS and Exhibitor, respectively, to secure its own insurance or otherwise protect itself and its property against such loss or damage.
Use of Certain Property. Exhibitor will assume all costs arising from the use of patented, trademarked, or franchised materials, devices, processes, or dramatic rights used on or incorporated in the exhibitor’s space. Exhibitor shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SLAS, SLAS, the City and their officers, directors, members, agents, and employees from and against all claims, demands, suits, liability, damages, losses, costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses of whatever kind or nature, which might result from or arise out of use of any such material(s) described above.
WAIVER
SLAS shall not be deemed to waive any of its rights hereunder unless such waiver is explicitly stated as a waiver in writing and signed by SLAS. No delay or omission by SLAS in exercising any of its rights shall operate as a waiver of such rights and a waiver of rights in writing on one occasion shall not be construed as a consent to or a waiver of any right or remedy on any future occasion.
ATTORNEYS' FEES
Should SLAS find it necessary to employ an attorney or attorneys to enforce any of the provisions of this agreement or to protect in any manner its interest or interests under this agreement, SLAS, if it is the prevailing party, shall be entitled to recover from the other party all reasonable costs, charges, and expenses including attorneys’ fees.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Exhibitors acknowledge their responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (hereinafter “Act”) to make their booths accessible to handicapped persons. Exhibitor shall also indemnify and hold harmless SLAS, SLAS, and facility against cost, expense, liability or damage which may be incident to, arise out of or be caused by Exhibitor’s failure to comply with the Act.
STATEMENT OF CONDUCT
SLAS has adopted the following Statement of Conduct. By agreeing to the terms and conditions within Event registration, you are agreeing to abide by this Statement of Conduct. SLAS reserves the right to remove a non-compliant participant from the Event without refund.
EVENT CANCELLATION
SLAS reserves the right to cancel this Event due to circumstances beyond the control of the organization. In the Event of cancellation, SLAS will do its best to make attendees aware of the cancellation in a timely fashion. Refunds of exhibition fees are not guaranteed in these circumstances, but SLAS will make every effort to refund fees less expense incurred by SLAS at the time of cancellation.
PRIVACY POLICY
U.S.: https://www.slas.org/privacy-notice-non-eu/
EU/UK: https://www.slas.org/privacy-notice-eu/
OTHER REGULATIONS
Any and all matters not specifically covered by the preceding rules and regulations shall be subject solely to the decision of SLAS.
THE SLAS SHALL HAVE FULL POWER TO INTERPRET, AMEND, AND ENFORCE THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS, PROVIDED EXHIBITORS RECEIVE NOTICE OF ANY AMENDMENTS WHEN MADE. EACH EXHIBITOR AND ITS EMPLOYEES AGREES TO ABIDE BY THE FOREGOING RULES AND REGULATIONS AND BY ANY AMENDMENTS OR ADDITIONS THERETO IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE PRECEDING SENTENCE. EXHIBITORS OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVES WHO FAIL TO OBSERVE THESE CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT OR WHO, IN THE OPINION OF SLAS, CONDUCT THEMSELVES UNETHICALLY MAY IMMEDIATELY BE DISMISSED FROM THE EXHIBIT AREA WITHOUT REFUND OR OTHER APPEAL.