ORGANIZING SECRETARY’S MESSAGE Dr. EC Vinaya Kumar Organizing Secretary, APSCI 2013 Dear Colleagues, It is our pleasure and privilege in extending you a cordial invitation to participate in the Asia Pacific Symposium on Cochlear Implants and Related Sciences to be held in the convention Capital of India – Hyderabad, from November 26 – 29, 2013. Hyderabad, the capital of Andhra Pradesh, is known for its rich history and culture with monuments, mosques, temples and a rich and varied heritage in arts, crafts and dance. This 400-year-old city sees the traditional and the modern co-existing in perfect harmony. Hyderabad offers its patrons experiences worth treasuring. From its topography dotted with rocks and boulders to landscaped gardens, from the quaint Charminar to towering global giants, from the colorful bangles of the city to a multitude of international designers and from the delectable haleem to cuisines from all over the world, you will find the historical and the contemporary, side by side. Hyderabad, recently hosted the United Nations (UN) Convention on Biological Diversity in October 2012. The conference was attended by serving Ministers and 8,000 + delegates from 172 countries and International organizations like the World Bank, UNEP and the Asian Development Bank. With an objective of “bridging hearing beyond boundaries” the conference aims to encourage researchers, surgeons, practitioners and young scientists from across the world to come together and learn from the experience of each other. Internationally renowned faculty shall be available for scientific deliberations and various platforms of interaction -to provide a truly enriching experience. Apart from the outstanding scientific program an elaborate trade fair and the accompanying social events, shall provide an excellent opportunity to forge new relationships with professional colleagues from across the country and the Asia Pacific region. On behalf of the Organizing Committee, we look forward to welcoming you to Hyderabad and to the conference.
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