Learn more about various general meeting guidelines, local customs, information and travel tips below:
Abstracts
Abstracts are now available as a special compilation from Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis (RPTH), the new open access journal of the ISTH. Access abstracts here or view via the online program.
Note on Late Breaking Abstracts: Full text of Late Breaking Oral Abstracts will be released via the mobile app and online program after they are presented.
Note on Late Breaking Abstracts: Full text of Late Breaking Oral Abstracts will be released via the mobile app and online program after they are presented.
Accommodation
Participants who have booked their accommodation in advance can visit the Registration Help Desk counter located in the Registration Area for any questions related to their hotel booking. The staff at this counter will also help you to find and book rooms, if required and pending availabilities.
ATM/Cash Machines
ATMs are widespread and found in most banks, hotels and shopping centers. In the CityCube Berlin and Messe Berlin congress venue, an ATM machine is located on the main entrance level of the CityCube Berlin.
Badges
Participants will receive their name badges when collecting their meeting documents on site. You are required to wear your name badge during all meeting events, including the Networking Event (if you have purchased tickets). Please note that admission to scientific sessions and the exhibition is restricted to participants wearing their badges.
Please note:
Please note:
- Exhibitors will not be admitted to the scientific sessions.
- The charge for the replacement of a lost badge is EUR 10.
Banks & Foreign Exchange Offices
The currency in Berlin is Euros. Only major banks exchange foreign currency. Credit Cards are accepted at most (but not all) major retailers, so it is helpful to have cash for most transactions. Banking hours are Monday to Friday 9 AM to 5 PM. Currency exchange is also available at the airport.
Berlin Information Desk
For city information, please visit the Berlin Information Desk located near the Registration Area on the main entrance level next to the escalators in the CityCube Berlin.
Sat., July 8 :: 10:00-17:00
Sun., July 9 :: 09:30-18:00
Mon., July 10 :: 09:00-16:00
Tues., July 11 :: 09:00-16:00
Wed., July 12 :: 09:00-16:00
Thurs., July 13 :: 09:00-15:00
Sat., July 8 :: 10:00-17:00
Sun., July 9 :: 09:30-18:00
Mon., July 10 :: 09:00-16:00
Tues., July 11 :: 09:00-16:00
Wed., July 12 :: 09:00-16:00
Thurs., July 13 :: 09:00-15:00
Business Center
The City Cube and Messe Berlin has its own Business Center that provides the following services:
- Printing (including business cards)
- Copying
- Faxing
- Scanning
- Use of laptop
- Internet
- Phone
Business Center Hours:
Friday, July 7: 12:00-18:00
Saturday, July 8 – Wednesday, July 12: 08:00-18:00
Thursday, July 13: 08:00-13:00
Certificate of Attendance
Certificates of Attendance will be available for printing on Wednesday, July 12, and Thursday, July 13 at the REACT Fast terminals located in the Registration Area on the main entrance level of the CityCube Berlin. Attendees will need to scan their name badge to print a certificate.
Charging Stations
Relax and unwind in five (5) dedicated “Relax and Recharge” areas at the congress. Busy participants can sit, continue their conversations with colleagues or get some work done. These areas offer outlets to recharge computers/mobile devices either on site or to leave them in the provided charging stations. Relax and Recharge areas are located in the Exhibition Halls (three areas in Hall 2.2; two areas in Hall 4.2). Additional seating can be found in Hall 6.2.b.
Climate
Berlin has a humid continental climate. Summers are usually very warm and humid with moderate rainfall. The average temperature in July is 64 degrees F (18 degrees C), with a high around 73 degrees F (23 degrees C) and 55 degrees F (13 degrees C) for a low.
Cloakroom and Luggage
The cloakroom (free of charge) is located on the ground floor of the CityCube Berlin near the registration area. It is open at the following times:
- Saturday, July 8 - 08:00-18:00
- Sunday, July 9 - 06:30-20:00
- Monday, July 10 - 06:30-19:00
- Tuesday, July 11 - 06:30-19:00
- Wednesday, July 12 - 06:30-19:00
- Thursday, July 13 - 07:30-15:00
CME/Accreditation
The XXVI Congress of the ISTH and 63rd Annual Scientific and Standardization Committee (SSC) Meeting, Berlin, Germany, 08/07/2017-13/07/2017 has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 28 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.
Through an agreement between the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Information on the process to convert EACCME® credit to AMA credit can be found at www.ama-assn.org/go/internationalcme.
Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognised by the UEMS-EACCME® for ECMEC®s are deemed to be Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Through an agreement between the Union Européenne des Médecins Spécialistes and the American Medical Association, physicians may convert EACCME® credits to an equivalent number of AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Information on the process to convert EACCME® credit to AMA credit can be found at www.ama-assn.org/go/internationalcme.
Live educational activities, occurring outside of Canada, recognised by the UEMS-EACCME® for ECMEC®s are deemed to be Accredited Group Learning Activities (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Conference Capture
Plenary and State-of-the-Art lectures of ISTH 2017 will be recorded and available online 24 hours after the presentation to both meeting attendees and ISTH members. These lectures can be accessed on the ISTH Academy at academy.isth.org or by downloading the ISTH Academy Mobile App (Apple Store or Google Play). ISTH full members must use their ISTH login credentials for full access to the Academy. Non-member congress attendees must use their email address and password “isth2017” to access the meeting content. Contact [email protected] for any login issues. Conference captures, e-posters and Academy content may also be viewed in the ISTH 2017 Academy e-Education Zone located in Hall 6.2.a.
Congress Bag
The Congress bag including all delegate material will be distributed to registered participants at the Congress bag desk in the Registration Area. Please note that no replacements for lost bags.
Congress E-Daily
The ISTH 2017 Congress publishes its official daily news online and via email during the meeting, as well as a post-congress issue two weeks following the meeting. The ISTH Congress Daily can be accessed via the Congress Mobile App and is also sent via email to all congress registrants and ISTH members. It can also be accessed directly at: www.isthcongressdaily.org.
Congress Mobile App
Use your mobile device to navigate the ISTH 2017 Congress by downloading the free Congress Mobile App (Apple Store or Google Play)! It conveniently provides iPhone/iPad, Windows and A ndroid smartphone a nd tablet users with on-the-go access to the ISTH 2017’s most important informational and interactive features, such as program overviews, speaker and abstract information, general meeting and exhibitor information, venue and city maps and tips.
Credit Cards
All major credit cards are accepted in the majority of hotels, restaurants and shops
Currency
The Euros (EUR) is the unity of currency in Germany, which comes in bills and coins.
Electricity
Electrical sockets in Germany usually supply electricity between 220 – 240 volts. Germany uses two of the European standard electrical socket types: The “Type C” Europlug and the “Type E” and “Type F” Schuko. An adapter is necessary if your appliances don’t already have these types of shapes to match the socket.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Dial 110 or 112 for all emergencies (police, fire, medical). Callers will then be placed through to the appropriate emergency service.
Exhibition Hours
The ISTH 2017 Industry Exhibition is located in Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2.
Exhibition hours:
Exhibition hours:
- Sunday, July 9 - 18:30-21:00 (Welcome Reception in the Exhibition Hall)
- Monday, July 10 - 10:30-17:00
- Tuesday, July 11 - 10:30-17:00
- Wednesday, July 12 - 10:30-17:00
Insurance and Liability
It is recommended that participants obtain adequate insurance coverage for travel, health and accidents before they depart from their countries of residence. ISTH and K.I.T. as organizers cannot accept responsibility for personal injuries, or loss of, or damage to private property belonging to the conference participants and accompanying persons.
Internet Stations
The ISTH 2017 Internet Stations are located in three locations (one in each of the Exhibit Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2.a), as well as in front of Hall B on Level 2 of the CityCube Berlin and allow participants to stay connected while attending the congress. Attendees can use the Internet Stations to check email, print airline boarding passes and search the internet. Each station features eight (8) computer terminals as well as one (1) printer for the exclusive use of meeting attendees.
ISTH 2017 President's Room
The ISTH 2017 President’s Room is located in room S4 on Level 1 of the CityCube Berlin.
ISTH Academy e-Education Zone
Explore the world of the ISTH Academy in the e-Education Zone. Participants and Aacdemy users may browse the extensive Academy archive including content from past ISTH meetings and the webinar series plus watch select presentations you missed from the ISTH 2017 Congress and browse ISTH 2017 e-posters! Go to the ISTH Academy e-Education Zone to experience everything the ISTH Academy has to offer!
ISTH Congress TV
The ISTH is proud to present ISTH Congress TV, featuring 30 minutes of video programming Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the meeting. ISTH Congress TV focuses on the scientific content of the congress, such as reviewing top abstracts, interviews with authors, expert interviews and discussions on the impact of presented data on patient care and much more. Programming will be featured on the ISTH Congress Daily website and archived on the ISTH Academy.
ISTH Secretariat
The ISTH Secretariat is located in room M4 on Level 3 of the CityCube Berlin
Job Board
ISTH 2017 Congress participants may share open position announcements via a job board located in the Foyer to Building 7. Simply bring your printed job announcement(s) and use the provided board to display your announcements. ISTH members and congress participants are also encouraged to announce open positions via the ISTH Online Career Center at jobs.isth.org.
Language
The official language of the meeting is English. There is no simultaneous translation service provided.
Lost and Found
Found articles may be brought to the Registration Area on the main entrance level of the CityCube Berlin.
Lunches and Coffee Breaks
Lunch is provided as part of the registration fee on each of the congress days. Lunch vouchers are provided as part of the registration package. The vouchers are valid from Saturday, July 8, to Wednesday, July 12.
From Monday, July 10, to Wednesday, July 12, lunch and coffee breaks will be available in the catering areas of Exhibition Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2. On Thursday, July 13, coffee and a lunch snack will be available in the Foyers of the CityCube Berlin.
On Saturday and Sunday, July 8-9, lunch and coffee will be available in the Foyers of the CityCube Berlin.
From Monday, July 10, to Wednesday, July 12, lunch and coffee breaks will be available in the catering areas of Exhibition Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2. On Thursday, July 13, coffee and a lunch snack will be available in the Foyers of the CityCube Berlin.
On Saturday and Sunday, July 8-9, lunch and coffee will be available in the Foyers of the CityCube Berlin.
Mobile Telephones
As a courtesy to speakers and other participants, all mobile phones and pagers must be switched off when attending sessions or symposia.
Notepads and Pens
A notepad and pen are included in the Congress bag.
Online Disclosures
As part of the CME accreditation procedures, all speakers are obliged to provide disclosure of potential conflicts of interest. On the first slide of every presentation, these disclosures must be presented. The Speaker Ready Room can assist you with drafting this slide.
Overflow
Please be advised that overflow rooms are available in Room A4 on Level 1 of the CityCube Berlin and in Room Paris on Level 1 of in Hall 7.1c. Should any session be full, the Overflow will be activated and a hostess will direct you to the Overflow room.
Partner Resource Centers
Partner organizations and congress organizers who would like to announce upcoming meetings may do so by displaying materials at the official Partner Resource Centers. Likewise, participants are encouraged to visit these Resource Centers to learn about upcoming scientific events in the field. Partner Resource Centers are located in the Foyer to Hall 7, in the Foyer to Hall A on Level 1 of the CityCube Berlin and in Hall 6.2.b.
Passport Program
Participate in the ISTH 2017 Passport Program by visiting exhibitors or other participating destinations, asking questions and learning about products and services of industry partners and/or Society and the congress. Gain new insights, earn points, compete with your fellow attendees and be eligible to win exciting prizes that the ISTH will raffle off among the highest ranked Passport Program participants. Conveniently access the Passport Program through the Congress Mobile App.
Photo/Recording Policy
Any form of duplication (recording, audio taping, photography and/or video) of sessions is prohibited without expressed written consent of the author and congress organizer. Please do not use your mobile device to duplicate or record any sessions.
We kindly ask that attendees DO NOT photograph, record, film, or use a cellphone to capture images of presentations at any time during the meeting, as well as on the poster and exhibit floors.
Please note that you may be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during your visit by the official ISTH 2017 photography/video team. By entering the ISTH 2017 Congress, you agree to each of the following: 1) You consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded in connection with, or as part of ISTH 2017 journalistic, advertising, marketing, promotional, archival and/or security activities; 2) You consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the world in perpetuity, without compensation to you, of your appearance, voice and/or name for the above noted purposes; 3) You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on these consents given by you by entering the congress; 4) To protect, among other things, the personal information of our attendees, you agree not to reproduce, perform, display or upload any photographs of sessions/presentations.
If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed via the official congress photography and video team, kindly inform representatives of your preference.
We kindly ask that attendees DO NOT photograph, record, film, or use a cellphone to capture images of presentations at any time during the meeting, as well as on the poster and exhibit floors.
Please note that you may be photographed, videotaped and/or recorded during your visit by the official ISTH 2017 photography/video team. By entering the ISTH 2017 Congress, you agree to each of the following: 1) You consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded in connection with, or as part of ISTH 2017 journalistic, advertising, marketing, promotional, archival and/or security activities; 2) You consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the world in perpetuity, without compensation to you, of your appearance, voice and/or name for the above noted purposes; 3) You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on these consents given by you by entering the congress; 4) To protect, among other things, the personal information of our attendees, you agree not to reproduce, perform, display or upload any photographs of sessions/presentations.
If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed via the official congress photography and video team, kindly inform representatives of your preference.
Pocket Program
A pocket program is provided to participants upon registration. It is a handy reference and contains a program-at-a-glance, venue and congress information and map, information about Berlin and other useful tips.
Poster Guidelines
Poster Printing Service
Poster Sessions
Posters will be presented on different days during the Congress and are accessible at the same times as the exhibition opening hours. The official poster sessions will take place as follows:
Monday, July 10 - 12:00-13:15
Tuesday, July 11 - 12:00-13:15
Wednesday, July 12 - 12:00-13:15
Poster Areas are located in Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2. Posters can be hung beginning at 07:30 and should be dismantled by 17:00 each day. Posters not taken down after the dismantling time will be discarded. Poster strips are available for hanging posters and can be found at the Poster Help Desk located next to the Poster Area.
Monday, July 10 - 12:00-13:15
Tuesday, July 11 - 12:00-13:15
Wednesday, July 12 - 12:00-13:15
Poster Areas are located in Halls 2.2, 4.2 and 6.2. Posters can be hung beginning at 07:30 and should be dismantled by 17:00 each day. Posters not taken down after the dismantling time will be discarded. Poster strips are available for hanging posters and can be found at the Poster Help Desk located next to the Poster Area.
Prayer Room
An all-denomination prayer room is located in room O13 on the ground floor of the CityCube Berlin.
Product Theaters
New this year, ISTH 2017 features Product Theaters that allow companies and organizations to present new research findings on products, provide product details, and/or give demonstrations to a small group of interested participants. Product Theaters are located in each of the Exhibition Halls (2.2, 4.2 and 6.2.a) and their programs can be found in the dedicated section in this program, as well as in the official ISTH 2017 Show Guide publication. Product Theater presentations take place daily (Monday-Wednesday) between 12:15 and 13:00.
Program Changes
Program changes will be made public via the official ISTH 2017 Congress Mobile App and the website.
Registration Hours
Registration will start Friday, July 7 in the afternoon. The registration area is located on the main entrance level of the City Cube Berlin and is open during the following hours:
Date | Opening Hours |
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Friday, July 7 | 12:00-18:00 |
Saturday, July 8 | 08:00-18:00 |
Sunday, July 9 | 06:30-20:00 |
Monday, July 10 | 06:30-19:00 |
Tuesday, July 11 | 06:30-19:00 |
Wednesday, July 12 | 06:30-19:00 |
Thursday, July 13 | 07:30-15:00 |
Restaurants
Berlin is an international metropolis and has a variety of cuisines to choose from when dining out.
Restaurants usually open at 18:00, with busiest time between 20:00 and 22:00. Booking is recommended, particularly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Tip and VAT are included in the bill but if you’re service is exceptional a 10-15% tip on the pre-tax bill is a standard expression of appreciation when dining out in the city. For more information and to find the right restaurant please visit http://www.visitberlin.de/en/experience/food-drinks
Restaurants usually open at 18:00, with busiest time between 20:00 and 22:00. Booking is recommended, particularly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Tip and VAT are included in the bill but if you’re service is exceptional a 10-15% tip on the pre-tax bill is a standard expression of appreciation when dining out in the city. For more information and to find the right restaurant please visit http://www.visitberlin.de/en/experience/food-drinks
Shopping in Berlin
Berlin is a shopping paradise. From traditional and new department stores, modern shopping malls, luxury designer shops to small handcraft manufactures, flea and antique markets and bargain stores - you'll find it all. Please note, shops are usually closed on Sunday.
Visit https://www.berlin.de/en/shopping/ for more information.
Visit https://www.berlin.de/en/shopping/ for more information.
Smoking
Please note that this is a non-smoking meeting. Smoking is neither permitted in or outside the meeting halls nor in the exhibition area.
Social Media
ISTH 2017 encourages the use of social media, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media platforms at the conference as a way to summarize, highlight, excerpt, review or promote the presented materials, of the Congress in general, provided that:
- Copyright law is observed;
- Verbatim information is limited to a few quotes
- The author or speaker is referenced and cited appropriately. To get the latest updates throughout the Congress, follow ISTH online via the following links.
Taxes
In Germany, the standard Value Added Tax (VAT) rate is 19% of the net price. All beverages, except milk and bottled water, are also taxed at the standard VAT rate. Products used on a daily basis such as books, newspapers, and food, as well as art, are taxed at the reduced rate of 7%.
Non-EU residents may qualify for a refund of some of the VAT they have paid during their visit in Germany. Please visit the Berlin.de website for more information:
Non-EU residents may qualify for a refund of some of the VAT they have paid during their visit in Germany. Please visit the Berlin.de website for more information:
Time
Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +1 hour
Daylight Savings Time: +1 hour
Berlin is on CET (Central European Time)
Daylight Savings Time: +1 hour
Berlin is on CET (Central European Time)
Tipping
Tips and value added tax (VAT) are officially included in all prices. For exceptional service, an extra tip is recommended. When tipping at a restaurant, tips should be handed to the waiter/waitress and not left on the table.
Taxis: 10%
Restaurants: 10% – 15%
Porters: € 2 - 3 per item
Room maids: € 2 - 3 per day
Hairdressers: 10 %
Taxis: 10%
Restaurants: 10% – 15%
Porters: € 2 - 3 per item
Room maids: € 2 - 3 per day
Hairdressers: 10 %
Transit (Local)
Participants will have a logo on their name badge indicating that they have free access to all public transportation in Zone AB in Berlin. The closest station to the venue is The Messe Süd Station and is located across the street.
Please note: Exhibitors will not have the logo on their badge. Please visit the Berlin Public Transportation website for more information.
Please note: Exhibitors will not have the logo on their badge. Please visit the Berlin Public Transportation website for more information.
Travel Awards
Travel Award recipients can go to the specific “Travel Award” desk in the Registration Area on the main entrance level of the CityCube Berlin to receive their grant. Grants can be collected between 08:00 on Saturday, July 8 through 12:00 on Tuesday, July 11.
Virtual Delegate Bag
Consult the ISTH 2017 Virtual Delegate Bag to take advantage of a new and innovative service. Receive exclusive and valuable information from the ISTH and its partner organizations, as well as supporters and exhibitors. Conveniently accessible via the Congress Mobile App. The Virtual Delegate Bag is always with you without having to carry it around.
Visa
For information on German visas, please see this page.
Water Stations
Staying hydrated is always important, particularly during a busy day at ISTH 2017. Water stations are located throughout the convention center for the convenience of our attendees.
Wifi
WIFI is available throughout the CityCube Berlin and Messe Berlin Exhibition Grounds.
Login details will be provided prior to the Congress.
Login details will be provided prior to the Congress.