Useful Information
 
Computer and Internet access
Computers with access to Internet will be provided at the Gijón Conference Center. Cyber cafes are also popular and cheaper than hotels.

Voltage
Voltage is 220 volts in Spain. Plug system is the European one.

Climate
Gijón (43°32’N, 5°38’W) has a temperate climate all year round. The mean temperature for May is 14.2°C. Annual precipitation is 1000 mm, it is recommended to be prepared for rain even in May.

Useful websites
For further information on cultural and touristic activities in this region of northern Spain, check the following websites:
http://www.gijon.info/
http://www.gijon.org/index.htm (spanish)
http://www.ayto-gijon.es/ (also in english)

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  • April 3, 2008
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      August 15 , 2008
     
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      April 17 , 2008
     
  • Please, check the Book of Abstracts and email us your final comments (if there are any).

      March 13 , 2008
     
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      March 10 , 2008
     
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    from presenters (except those who applied for Fin. sup.)
      March 7 , 2008
     
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      February 29
     
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      February 19
     
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      January 27
     
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