General Information

Audio-visual Policy

Standard Audio-visual Set-up in Meeting Rooms

SIAM does not provide computers for any speaker. When giving an electronic presentation, speakers must provide their own computers. SIAM is not responsible for the safety and security of speakers’ computers.

The workshop session room will have one (1) screen and one (1) data projector. The data projectors support VGA connections only. Presenters requiring an HDMI or alternate connection must provide their own adaptor. Overhead projectors will be provided only if requested. If you want to request an overhead projector for your session, please email [email protected] no later than June 13, 2016.

All speakers should visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/guidelines/av.php prior to the pre-registration deadline.  Please direct inquiries to [email protected].

 

E-Mail

SIAM attendees booked within the SIAM room block will have complimentary wireless Internet access in the guest rooms and meeting space.

SIAM will also provide a limited number of email stations.

 

Local Area

Visit http://www.cityofboston.gov/visitors for more information on Boston and the surrounding area.

The average July temperature in Boston varies between 66° F (19°C) and 82° F (28°C). Remember meeting room temperatures and personal comfort zones vary widely. It is recommended that you bring a sweater or jacket to the sessions.

 

Membership

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If you are not a SIAM member and do not join SIAM before you register for the conference, you can pay the Non-Member rate and still apply the difference between what you paid for the conference and what a member would have paid ($25 for a Non-Member) towards a SIAM membership. After you register for the conference, contact SIAM Customer Service for details about membership or join at the registration desk at the conference.

Free Student Memberships are available to all students who attend an institution that is an Academic Member of SIAM, are members of Student Chapters of SIAM, or are nominated by a Regular Member of SIAM.

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Poster Session

For information about preparing a poster, please visit http://www.siam.org/meetings/guidelines/presenters.php. See SUBMISSIONS button for deadlines and how to submit.

 

SIAM Books and Journals

Display copies of books and complimentary copies of journals are available on site. SIAM books are available at a discounted price during the conference. If a SIAM books representative is not available, completed order forms and payment (credit cards are preferred) may be taken to the SIAM registration desk.

Transportation

By Air
SIAM has selected Uniglobe Wings Travel to assist attendees in making travel arrangements. To book your reservations through Uniglobe Wings Travel, contact Amy Hueber at +1-215-628-3322 or toll free (US and Canada) at 866-71-WINGS. Press two (2) when you hear the recording, and ask to be transferred to Amy. Be sure to mention you are attending the 2016 SIAM Workshop on Network Science (NS16), held with the 2016 SIAM Annual Meeting. Uniglobe Wings Travel will issue your ticket and mail it to you. Please be aware there is a fee for this service.

You also have the choice of using your own travel agent or an Internet service. There are many web sites available to allow you to search for and purchase airline tickets online. Expedia, Orbitz, and Travelocity are just a few.

Ground Transportation

Public Transportation from Airport
Taxis are available at the airport for transportation to the hotel. Please visit The Westin Boston Waterfront website, and click on “Location & Directions” to find local directions. SIAM also suggests you contact the hotel directly for any information about sharing transportation. Additional ground transportation information is available on the Logan International Airport website.     

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (T). The subway T Silver Line runs from the airport and stops very close to the hotel. It is inexpensive, fast, and a good way to reach the hotel from Boston Logan Airport. From the Silver Line Way station, The Westin Boston Waterfront is a quick walk to the hotel. For more information visit the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority web page or Logan Airport public transportation web page .

By Train
Amtrak has a rail station in Boston. To make train reservations through Amtrak, call (800) USA-RAIL, go to http://www.amtrak.com or contact Uniglobe Wings Travel. Taxis are available at the train station for transportation to the hotel.

Rental Cars
Many major car rental companies have offices inside the airport terminal. You can make your arrangements when you arrive at the airport or you can make them through Uniglobe Wings Travel or your own travel agent. Uniglobe Wings Travel can make your car rental reservations at the same time you make your flight reservations. See information above regarding how to reach Uniglobe Wings Travel.

Driving Directions
If renting a car, please obtain a map and directions from your rental car company. Another option is to visit Google Maps, or another similar web site. SIAM highly recommends you contact the hotel directly at +1-617-532-4600 or visit their web site for driving directions.

 

Visa Information

International attendees at conferences in the US may already be aware that there have been changes to the visa program for scientific visitors, which affect even people from visa waiver countries. The site http://sites.nationalacademies.org/PGA/biso/visas/index.htm, maintained by The National Academies, provides guidance on obtaining the necessary documents. 

As of January 12, 2009, a valid ESTA approval is required for all Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to travel to the United States. Please visit http://travel.state.gov/content/visas/english/business.html for additional information and procedures regarding the visa waiver program as maintained by the US Department of State.

 

Letter of Invitation

Confirmed authors in need of a Letter of Invitation to assist in the visa application process, please fill out the Letter of Invitation Request Form. Please allow three to four weeks for processing and delivery.

If you are not planning to present at the conference or are not yet an accepted author and need a letter of invitation before acceptance notifications are sent, please fill out the form AND provide the following information to [email protected]:

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