NSH Symposium/Convention

Symposium Dates: September 28-October 3, 2012
Scientific Exhibits: September 30-October 2, 2012

 

NSH is excited to bring the 38th Annual Symposium/Convention to the largest city in British Columbia Canada. Yes, we are making our way to the beautiful city of Vancouver! The NSH Symposium/Convention is the event for histotechnologists to discover new methods, share best practices and preview the latest vendors have to offer.  Your career is our passion.  The National Convention has the education and access to industry experts that help you succeed. You might even have a little fun.

Where
Sessions & Scientific Exhibits will take place in the Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Place West, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3, Canada.  NSH has reserved rooms at the Fairmont Waterfront, Marriott Vancouver Pinnacle Downtown, Renaissance Vancouver Harbourside Hotel & Pan Pacific.  Travelers entering Canada from the US are required to show a passport - click here for more information.

Registration Brochure

Who Should Attend

  • Lab Supervisors/Managers
  • Histotechs/Cytotechs in Clinical, Veterinary and Research Settings
  • Students interested in a Histology Career
  • Histology/Histotechnology Teachers
  • Anyone involved in the collection, processing and evaluation of tissue samples

Unique Learning Opportunities

Workshops - In depth educational sessions given by industry leaders covering all aspects of histology.  Sessions run 90 minutes, 3 hours (half-day) or 6 hours (full-day)
Computer Workshops -  Hands-on workshops held in the Computer Lab.  Attendees will have access to the use of a computer to enhance the learning experience. Attendance is limited
Wet-Workshops - Hands-on workshops held with the purpose of demonstrating a technique or process.  Participants work with and are exposed to equipment, specimens, chemicals and reagents.  Attendance is limited
Lecture Series – Gain a global perspective on the science and industry.  Two days of Free One Hour Lectures!