You are cordially invited to attend the 2012 AAAS Annual Meeting, Flattening the World: Building the Global Knowledge Society

Registration is open early. Use FY2011 funds to register today!

Welcome to Vancouver

Nina V. Fedoroff With its blend of incredible mountains, sparkling ocean, and a multicultural flair, Vancouver is the largest city in the province of British Columbia with one of the mildest climates in Canada. Home to spectacular natural scenery and a bustling metropolitan core, Vancouver was Host City to the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2010. Outside the Meeting, there is always something to do in Vancouver, whether just relaxing in a park or bike riding around the seawall.

Join AAAS President Nina V. Fedoroff in Vancouver Canada, at one of the most widely recognized pan-science events, with hundreds of networking opportunities and broad global media coverage. The theme is intended to focus the program on the complex, interconnected challenges of the 21st century and on pathways to global solutions through international, multidisciplinary efforts.

Win the Hotel Upgrade Package

Book your hotel room before December 12th and you will be eligible to win the AAAS upgrade package which includes these complimentary benefits for your stay up to five nights upgrade to a suite, guest room with internet access and one dinner for two. Winners will be drawn at random on 9 February 2012 and notified by e-mail. Government employees and AAAS officers and staff are not eligible.

Special AAAS Membership Offers

Not a member of AAAS? Take advantage of this offer before it expires on 2012 January 26. Register in advance for the Annual Meeting, pay the reduced New Member rate, and become a member at the same time — a $170 value for professionals. Receive 51 issues of Science and all of its archives as well as Science Express and Science Online. Canadian and other international members will receive the digital edition. This offer is subject to verification. Register now!

Weather

Generally, Vancouver winters are relatively mild compared with the rest of Canada. In February, the average high temperature is 45°F/7°C and the average low temperature is 34°F/1°C. Most "rainy" winter days are little more than a light drizzling mist.

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Need to book a hotel for the meeting?
Special AAAS room rates are available only through the AAAS Housing Bureau. The cut-off date for the AAAS special room rates is 24 January 2012. Travel discounts for AAAS attendees are also available.
*Please do not contact the hotels directly to make a reservation. You will not receive special guarantees, offers, or booking terms.

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