General Information
On behalf of the Program Committee, we warmly welcome you to the Society for Cryobiology’s CRYO2023 conference to be held on the beautiful University of Minnesota (UMN) campus.
2023 is a very special year for the Society for Cryobiology. This year, we celebrate 60 years of Annual Meetings which bring together individuals with diverse expertise to deliver new cryopreservation technologies with immense societal impacts in broad sectors ranging from human health to biodiversity. While we look back proudly on our history, our eye is also firmly on the future of cryobiology, and this will be one of the defining themes of the meeting.
Minneapolis is well suited to host CRYO2023. UMN is home to the new Research Center Advanced Technologies for the Preservation of Biological Systems (ATP-Bio), led by the Institute for Engineering in Medicine and the Center for Engineering in Medicine and Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. Furthermore, Minneapolis is one of the largest Health Tech clusters in the US, and is home to a range of relevant health and life science technologies including medical devices, health care, pharma & biotech, health IT, and animal sciences. In fact, the Life Sciences are so entrenched in Minneapolis that the city is colloquially referred to as ‘Medical Alley’.
At this conference, we aim to celebrate a wide range of achievements in cryopreservation, including making transplantable organs/tissues available to those who need them, decreasing the time and cost of drug development, helping to feed the world, protect living organisms from extinction, and more. This meeting will be a platform for us to reflect on our past achievements, share new insights and ideas, have constructive discussions, extend our networks and collaborations, and most importantly push forward into our next and greatest era of cryopreservation research.
Sincerely,
Dr. Shannon N. Tessier
CRYO2023 Executive Co-Chair
Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School
Dr. Charles Y. Lee
CRYO2023 Executive Co-Chair
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
The Society for Cryobiology was founded in 1964 to bring together those from the biological, medical and physical sciences who have a common interest in the effect of low temperatures on biological systems. The purpose of the Society is to promote scientific research in low temperature biology, to improve scientific understanding in this field, and to disseminate and apply this knowledge to the benefit of mankind. Learn more about us.
CRYO2023 is the Society for Cryobiology’s 60th annual meeting. This three day event will host over 350 delegates from more than 35 countries including scientists and researchers from industry, academia, government organizations and non-profits.
With a special program celebrating 60 years of history, yet looking to the future, we invite you to join us for this important milestone meeting which will be remembered for years to come.
Executive Co-Chair
Shannon N. Tessier, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
Executive Co-Chair
Charles Lee, PhD
UNC Charlotte, USA
Program Committee
Jason Acker, PhD
University of Alberta;
Canadian Blood Services, Canada
Iqra Azam
University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Daniel Ballesteros, PhD
University of Valencia, Spain
Allison Hubel, PhD
University of Minnesota, USA
Purva Joshi, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
Peter Kilbride, PhD
Cytiva, UK
Charles Y. Lee, PhD
UNC Charlotte, USA
Steven Mullen, PhD
Cook Medical, USA
Estefania Paredes, PhD
University of Vigo, Spain
Allison Parry-Jones, PhD
Wales Cancer Bank, UK
Matt Powell-Palm, PhD
Texas A&M University, USA
Rebecca Sandlin, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
Sumona Sarkar, PhD
National Institute for Standards &
Technology (NIST), USA
Shannon N. Tessier, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
Christina Walters, PhD
US Department of Agriculture (USDA), USA
Logistics
Nicole Evans
Society for Cryobiology, USA
Amelia Hanson
Society for Cryobiology, USA
Charles Y. Lee, PhD
UNC Charlotte, USA
Katherine Lindsay
University of Minnesota, USA
Andrew Monk
University of Minnesota, USA
Shannon N. Tessier, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
International Cryobiology Young Researchers (ICYR)
Iqra Azam
University of Saskatchewan, Canada
Darya Chernikhova
Smithsonian Institute, USA
Purva Joshi, PhD
Harvard Medical School &
Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
Lakshya Gangwar
University of Minnesota, USA
Peter Kilbride, PhD
Cytiva, UK
Estefania Paredes, PhD
University of Vigo, Spain
Devarsh Vispute
Carnegie Mellon University, USA
Please note this draft schedule may be subject to small changes.
Monday July 24th, 2023 – WELCOME RECEPTION
5:00PM – 8:00PM
FREE
Enjoy the exhibitions at the Weisman Art Museum from 5:00PM – 6:00PM before the welcome reception from 6:00PM – 8:00PM. Registration is available on the registration form.
Tuesday July 25th, 2023 – TWINS VS MARINERS MLB GAME
6:40PM – Late
SIGN UP IS CLOSED
Thanks to EviaBio, CRYO2023 delegates can take advantage of a complimentary ticket to the Minnesota Twins vs. Seattle Mariners MLB game at Target Field. Tickets are only available to registered delegates and are limited. Location: 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
Wednesday July 26th – START UP & ENTREPRENEUR NETWORKING
7:00PM – 9:00PM
SIGN UP IS CLOSED
Delegates who have established a start-up company or are otherwise involved in entrepreneurial pursuits are warmly invited to attend this networking event to meet others of like mind and discuss the rewards and challenges of cryobiology in the start up and entrepreneurial space. This event is facilitated by ATP-Bio. Delegates should make their own way to The Market at Malcom Yards, which is approximately a 15 minute walk from the McNamara Alumni Center.
Location: The Market at Malcom Yards 501 30th Avenue SE Minneapolis MN, 55414.
Wednesday July 26th – MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE AND DINNER
6:00PM – 8:00PM
SOLD OUT
International Cryobiology Young Researchers (ICYR) and friends are invited to enjoy a Happy Hour and Pizza Cruise, which will take you along the southern trails of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, along the University of Minnesota Campus riverfront, under the stunning 35W Bridge, showcasing views of the St. Anthony Falls, the historic Stone Arch Bridge, amazing river bluffs with views of the amazing downtown Minneapolis skyline as we show you the best Mississippi River has to offer! A pizza and salad buffet is included, and drinks are available to purchase.
Departure Location: Bohemian Flats Park (opposite the University of Minnesota campus).
Thursday July 27th – CRYO2023 BANQUET
7:30PM – Midnight
$45 Students/$90 Non-Students/$45 children 10 and under
Celebrate the close of CRYO2023 at one of Minneapolis’ most prestigious venues, Nicolett Island Pavilion, a heritage venue on Nicolett Island in the middle of the mighty Mississippi. Enjoy an evening of great food, great company, and great entertainment!
Location: 40 Power Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Registration is available on the CRYO2023 registration form.
If you are an in person or virtual presenting author please be sure to complete the following steps:
AUTHOR NOTIFICATION
- Check your author notification for each submission.
- Visit https://www.openconf.org/cryo2023/author/status.php and enter your abstract ID and password.
- There are prompts if you have forgotten your submission ID or password, or refer to a previous email from Open Conf for your submission ID.
ABSTRACT FINAL DRAFT
- Download the template for your final draft.
- To upload your final draft visit https://www.openconf.org/cryo2023/author/upload.php and click ‘final draft’.
- Final Drafts submission deadine is May 15th, 2023.
REGISTRATION
All presenting authors must be registered for CRYO2023. See registration pricing and details.
- Register at https://www.societyforcryobiology.org/reg_landing.
- Earlybird registration closes May 16th, 2023.
BOOK ACCOMMODATION
The official CRYO2023 hotel is The Graduate Minneapolis, located a short walk from the venue. View the accommodations dropdown below for further information and to book at the special delegate rate of $169/night.
VISA LETTER REQUEST
Delegates from non-ESTA countries who must apply for a visa to enter the United States may request a visa support letter.
In Person Oral Presentation
- Please use 16:9 ratio for slides
- Check your allocated presentation time in the program. All timings are listed in the session description. Please subtract 5 min from the total slot time to account for Q&A.
- Upload your presentation to the laptop in your room in the coffee or lunch break preceding your session.
In Person Poster Presentation
- Posters should be A0 size (PORTRAIT orientation preferred 841 x 1189 mm | 33.1 x 46.8 inches).
- A high resolution pdf of your poster will also be required to be uploaded for virtual delegates to view and for Q&A.
- The presenting author should have received an email requesting poster upload from the event app, Whova. If you have not received this please check spam/junk folder and then contact us.
Virtual Oral Presentation
- Please use 16:9 ratio for slides.
- Check your allocated presentation time in the program. All timings are listed in the session description. Please subtract 5 min from the total slot time to account for Q&A.
- Virtual oral presenters can present live via Zoom webinar or pre-record their presentation for live streaming by the AV team.
- All virtual oral presenters have received a direct email with video upload and webinar connection instructions. If you are a virtual presenter who has not received this email please check spam/junk then contact us.
- If you choose to pre-record your presentation you must still be available at the appointed time for live Q&A.
- Virtual Oral presenters should join the webinar stream as a regular webinar participant through the event app/online platform. The AV team will ‘promote’ you to a panelist at the appropriate time. Make sure your Zoom name matches your name in the CRYO2023 program so the AV team can recognize you.
Virtual Poster Presentation
- Virtual Posters must be high resolution 16:9 ratio.
- A high resolution pdf of your poster will be required to be uploaded for virtual and in person delegates to view and for Q&A.
- Upload information will be added here in due course.
McNamara Alumni Center
200 Oak Street S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Nestled in the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, the McNamara Alumni Center is one of Minnesota’s premier event venues. The building represents Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes, the North Shore, the Iron Range, the Northern Lights and more — in its forms, materials and design elements, including a pink granite-covered geode exterior with star-shaped glass fissures; an 85-foot tall Memorial Hall complete with six miles of wood lining its walls and a water stream and pool; and 75,000 square feet of copper cover exterior and interior walls. The Alumni Center has received numerous awards for its unique architecture and hosts up to 900 events per year.
This unique events space will be the perfect backdrop to celebrate the Society for Cryobiology’s 60th Annual Meeting.
The Graduate Hotel
Located only steps from the McNamara Alumni Center is CRYO2023’s official hotel – the Graduate Minneapolis. Take advantage of our discounted rate for CRYO2023 delegates when you book using the link below before July 4th, 2023, if not sold out prior.
The room rate is $169/night + tax.
Hotel Facilities include fitness center, complimentary bike rentals, Top Golf Swing Suite (additional fee), The Beacon restaurant, and Starbucks onsite.
How to book a room:
- Click on the Make Reservation button below
- Click Edit and select the dates of your stay (top of page)
- Click on check availability
- Select room type – “Book now”
- Confirm your stay, enter your name & credit card
Cancellations must be received 24 hours prior to the day of arrival or the first night’s rate will be charged to the credit card on file.
Student Accommodations
Are you a student member of the Society for Cryobiology?
We have a special accommodation option for student delegates only, staying onsite at the University of Minnesota’s student housing. Rooms are available July 24th – July 28th.
The rooms available are twin-share only. On the booking form you will be able to nominate a room share buddy, or if you are travelling alone the Society for Cryobiology will match you with a roommate. All rooms have shared bathrooms.
The cost is $48/night. Rooms will only be guaranteed on receipt of full payment.
STUDENT ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS ARE NOW CLOSED
The Graduate Hotel
Are you interested in sponsoring or exhibiting at CRYO2023? We will be happy to tailor a package to suit your requirements.
***SPECIAL SPONSORSHIP RATES AVAILABLE FOR CRYO2022 SPONSORS. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE DETAILS***
Student Moderator Opportunity
After a pandemic induced hiatus CRYO2023 is bringing back the popular student moderator opportunity! Students can sit alongside a senior scientist to assist with chairing a session at CRYO2023, gaining valuable experience introducing speakers, handling audience questions, and so on.
Applications closed 22 May 2023.
Student Accommodations
We have negotiated a limited number of twin share student rooms available at the University of Minnesota’s student housing for $45/night per person. Read the ‘Accommodations’ drop down for more information.
International Cryobiology Youth Researchers (ICYR)
Wednesday July 26th – MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISE AND DINNER
6:00PM – 8:00PM
$10 Students/$30 Non-Students
International Cryobiology Young Researchers (ICYR) and friends are invited to enjoy a Happy Hour and Pizza Cruise, which will take you along the southern trails of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, along the University of Minnesota Campus riverfront, under the stunning 35W Bridge, showcasing views of the St. Anthony Falls, the historic Stone Arch Bridge, amazing river bluffs with views of the amazing downtown Minneapolis skyline as we show you the best Mississippi River has to offer! A pizza and salad buffet is included, and drinks are available to purchase.
Departure Location: Bohemian Flats Park (opposite the University of Minnesota campus). Registration is available on the registration form, or contact us if you wish to add this onto your existing registration.
If you require a visa to enter the United States you may request a letter in support of your visa application.
Support letters can only be provided to CRYO2023 delegates who have paid the registration fee in full.
UPDATED JUNE 13: Courtesy of the NSF, CRYO2023 is pleased to announce grants for students and early career individuals to facilitate participation at CRYO2023. Grants application is open to both in person and virtual attendees.
Applications closed June 20.
Abstract submission is closed.
Abstracts can be submitted as in-person or virtual for both oral and poster presentations. Please note the program committee reserves the right to prioritize oral presentation slots for presenters who are able to attend the meeting in person in Minneapolis.
DOWNLOAD ABSTRACT GUIDELINES
DOWNLOAD ABSTRACT FINAL DRAFT TEMPLATE (for upload to Open Conf)
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Closes: February 20
Review Period: February 21 – March 13
Program Assembly: March 14 – March 24
Author Notification: April 13
If you require a visa to enter the USA (not an ESTA) please submit your abstract ASAP and well in advance of the abstract deadline as the CRYO2023 organizers will prioritize early acceptance for presenting authors who require a visa.
CRYO2023 Awards and Travel Grants are now closed.
STUDENT AWARDS AND TRAVEL GRANTS
Each year the Society for Cryobiology presents a number of awards and travel grants to students from around the globe to recognize excellence in student research and to assist in funding student participation at the meeting.
- Travel Grants – based on need. Typically from $300 – $1,000.
- Critser Award – based on need. For the top ranked student abstract.
- Crystal Award – $1,000. For the winner of the best student oral presentation.
- Poster Award – $500. For the winner of the best student poster.
For more information on the student awards and travel grants available please see the Society for Cryobiology website.
HOW TO APPLY FOR STUDENT AWARDS AND TRAVEL GRANTS
The deadline for applications closed on February 20th, 2023.
1. Submit your <300 word abstract for peer review and acceptance to CRYO2023 through the usual submission channel at https://openconf.org/cryo2023. See the submission guidelines under ‘Submit an Abstract’ above for details.
2. Download the EXTENDED ABSTRACT FORM, complete it and save as a PDF.
3. Complete the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM.
To complete the form you will need
*Your completed extended abstract form saved as a PDF
*Proof of student enrolment or graduation date (see the list of acceptable proof on the form)
*Your Open Conf abstract ID number
*To be a current student member of the Society for Cryobiology or have submitted a pending application for membership. Student membership is free. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OR RENEW.
DAYONG GAO YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD
The deadline for applications closed on January 20, 2023.
The Dayong Gao Young Investigator Award, sponsored by Goldsim, is an early career award for cryobiologists in the first 10 years of their post-PhD career. The award carries a cash prize of $5,000.
Symposium proposals have now closed.
The Society for Cryobiology welcomes global symposia proposals on any area of cryobiology. All proposals will be assessed by the program committee.