Registration

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Registration Rates

  Early Bird Registration- Register by May 3, 2013
 
Pre-Conference- Register May 4-June 15-, 2013
 
On-Site Registration
BIO Member US$795 US$1,195 US$1,295
BIO Non-Member US$995 US$1,495 US$1,595
Academic/Government US$495 US$695 US$795
Reception Only  US$175 US$200 US$225
Student US$295 US$395 US$495


 Registration Types

Full Conference- BIO-Member and BIO- Non Member
Registration includes full access to Breakout and Plenary Program Sessions, All Meals, Breaks and Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Clean Tech Investor Sessions, Exhibit Area, Poster Presentations and BIO One-on-One Business Partnering Access.
 
Academic/Government- Attendees affiliated with accredited government or academic institutions. Attendee must show proof through business card or ID on-site. Registration includes full access to Breakout and Plenary Program Sessions, All Meals, Breaks and Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Clean Tech Investor Sessions, Exhibit Area, Poster Presentations and BIO One-on-One Business Partnering Access.
 
Student - Attendees currently attending with accredited academic institutions. Attendee must show proof through business card or ID on-site. Registration includes full access to Breakout and Plenary Program Sessions, All Meals, Breaks and Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Clean Tech Investor Sessions, Exhibit Area, Poster Presentations and BIO One-on-One Business Partnering Access.
 
Reception Only - This registration permits attendance to the Receptions only and is designated for spouses or partners accompanying conference attendees.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the registration deadlines?
Early Bird deadline is May 3, 2013
Pre-Conference rates start May 4, 2013
Cancellation deadline: May 10, 2013
On-Site rates start June 16, 2013
 
Are all sessions included in the registration fee?
With the exception of Reception Only Registrations, registration includes full access to Breakout and Plenary Program Sessions, All Meals, Breaks and Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Clean Tech Investor Sessions, Exhibit Area, Poster Presentations and BIO One-on-One Business Partnering Access.
 
Is food service included in the registration fee?
Yes, food and beverage at breakfast and lunch, energy breaks and receptions are covered by the registration fee. Please see the listing below for the food service schedule.
 
Sunday, June 16
Welcoming Reception
 
Monday, June 17
Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
Morning Energy Break in the Exhibit Hall
Lunch Plenary Session
Afternoon Energy Break in the Exhibit Hall
Grand Exhibit Hall Reception
 
Tuesday, June 18
Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall
Morning Energy Break in the Exhibit Hall
Lunch Plenary Session
Afternoon Energy Break in the Exhibit Hall
Poster Session and Reception in the Exhibit Hall
 
Wednesday, June 19
Breakfast Plenary
Morning Energy Break in the Exhibit Hall
Lunch Plenary Session
 
Which payment types are accepted?
Payments through credit card, check, or wire transfer are accepted. Credit card payments will be accepted online. If you are paying via check or wire transfers, register using the online portal and an invoice will be issued along with payment instructions. Please note that you must include your registration number on the payment in order for it to be properly matched.
 
Can I register my colleague?
Yes, you may register a colleague. The registration must be done using your colleague’s full contact information--such as an e-mail address--not your own.
 
Will I receive a discount for being a BIO member?
Yes, once you log into the online registration portal, the system will automatically provide you with the discounted registration rate if you are a BIO member.
 
Are there  government/academic/student discounts?
Discounted rates are offered to government employees, academics and students. You must be affiliated with an accredited government or academic institution. In order to receive the discounted rate email register@bio.org to receive the registration code. You will be asked to provide proof of affiliation on-site.
 
How do I receive a discount code?
E-mail register@bio.org to obtain a registration code.
 
I’m an exhibitor, how do I register?
Exhibit packages include 1-8 Exhibit Booth Personnel registrations. Click here to view how many you will receive. E-mail Tiffany Leimback at worldcongress@bio.org to obtain your code to register.
 
I’m an investor, how do I register?
Qualified investors will receive complimentary access to the Clean Tech Investor Sessions and discounted Full Conference registration. E-mail Tiffany Leimback at worldcongress@bio.org to obtain your code to register as an investor. 
 
I’m a part of the media, how do I register?
Media can register using our media registration form located here. 
 
I’m a sponsor, how do I register?
Sponsorship packages may include complimentary registrations. E-mail Jimmy Wydick at jwydick@bio.org to obtain your sponsor registration codes.
 
Can I substitue a registration? 
Yes, you can substitue a registration instead of canceling it. To make a substition email register@bio.org with the orginal receipt of registration and the full contact infomration of the new attendee. 
 
How do I make a correction to my registration?
To make a correction to your registration, send an email to register@bio.org with the changes noted. An updated confirmation will be emailed to you confirming the correction or change.
 
How can I have a receipt/registration confirmation re-sent to me?
If you need a receipt/registration confirmation re-sent to you email register@bio.org with your request.
 
Where can I pick up a certificate of participation?
You can pick up a certificate of participation at the registration desk on-site.
 
What is the cancellation policy? 
Cancellation and refund requests must be received in writing, email: register@bio.org, by May 10, 2013. A $250.00 processing and cancellation fee will be deducted for all cancellations received on or before May 10, 2013. We will not be able to honor cancellation notices received after May 10, 2013, but please remember that substitution requests may be submitted through June 11, 2013. . All approved refunds will be processed as soon as possible, but we reserve the right to process refunds after the conference. Please note that BIO does reserve the right to alter this policy without prior notice.