Bangkok--10 Oct--Marketwire Genome Canada is holding its 3rd International Conference on genomics and proteomics research from October 22 to 24, 2008 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Vancouver. The theme of the Conference is 2020 Vision: The Impact of Science on Society. This Conference is a new forum where decision and policy makers in academia, government, media and industry meet to hear about the latest scientific advances and discoveries that will have a direct impact on society today, and in the near future. Featuring a roster of distinguished speakers from around the world, 2020 Vision: the Impact of Science on Society will challenge and inspire participants to consider the future of genomics, and the environmental, economic, ethical, social and legal implications of today's research. To register, please visit our website at: http://www.genomecanada.ca/conference2008/index.asp?page=registration&l=e Contacts: Genome Canada Claudine Renauld Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs 613 751-4460 ext.129 [email protected] www.genomecanada.ca