Date: 5 – 7 January 2017

Venue:
Postgraduate Education Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong

Organiser:
Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery
Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine and Therapeutics
Neuropathology
The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Supporting Organisations:
Hong Kong Neurological Society
Hong Kong Neurosurgical Society
International Academy of Pathology, Hong Kong Division

Secretariat:
Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
4/F Lui Che Woo Clinical Sciences Building, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2632 1316 / 2632 1852
Fax: (852) 2637 7974
E-mail: BRAIN2017@surgery.cuhk.edu.hk
Website: www.surgery.cuhk.edu.hk/BRAIN2017

Welcome Message

We welcome all delegates, local and international, to BRAIN 2017, a multidisciplinary neuroscience conference in Hong Kong.

BRAIN is a series of annual conferences organised by the Divisions of Neurosurgery, Neurology and the Department of Anatomical & Cellular Pathology of the Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong. We organise these conferences because we strongly believe in the multidisciplinary approach to the diagnosis and treatment of neurologic diseases. The conference is usually held in January of each year. There is usually excellent participation by neurosurgeons, neurologists, pathologists and related scientists in Hong Kong and in the region.

In addition to our traditional passion on Brain Tumours and Stroke, this year we have gathered a strong program on Neuromodulation, Neuro-regeneration and Dementia. International experts in these areas of neuroscience research include Alim Louis BENABID, Zhengming CHEN, Zhigang HE, Roger Edwin MCLENDON, Roger STUPP and Wise YOUNG, just to name a few. We look forward to your participation in this two-day conference, stimulating interaction between established and up-coming workers in clinical neuroscience research.

Wai S. Poon
Chairperson of the Organising Committee
Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery
The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Faculty

Jill M ABRIGO Department of Imaging and Interventional Radiology The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China	Lisa AU Department of Medicine and Therapeutics The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China

Rhoda AU Department of Neurology Boston University Boston, USA	Stephanie AU-YEUNG Faculty of Health and Social Sciences The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hong Kong, China

Aden Ka-Yin CHAN Department of Anatomical and Cellular Pathology The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China	Alim Louis BENABID Department of Biophysics Joseph Fourier University Grenoble, France

Godfrey CHAN Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine The University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China	Hong CHEN Department of Neuropathology Huashan Hospital, Fudan University Shanghai, China

Zhengming CHEN Nuffield Department of Population Health The University of Oxford Oxford, UK	Marco DÜRING Institute for Stroke and Dementia Research Klinikum der Universität München Munich, Germany

Zhigang HE F.M. Kirby Neurobiology Center, Children’s Hospital Harvard Medical School Boston, USA	Ying-Zu HUANG Department of Neurology Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Taoyuan, Taiwan

Amanda Nim-Chi KAN Department of Clinical Pathology Tuen Mun Hospital Hong Kong, China	Joseph Shiu Kwong KWAN Department of Medicine The University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China

Yi LI Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery The Chinese Unversity of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China	Kai LIU Division of Life Science The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Hong Kong, China

Margaret MAK Department of Rehabilitation Sciences The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hong Kong, China	Gianvito MARTINO Division of Neuroscience and Institute of Experimental Neurology San Raffaele Scientific Institute Milan, Italy

Roger Edwin MCLENDON Department of Pathology Duke University Medical Center Durham, USA	Wai S POON Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery The Chinese Unversity of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China

Mariarita SANTI Clinical Neuropathology and Laboratory Medicine The University of Pennsylvania and The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Philadelphia, USA	Peter Zhifeng SHI Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University Shanghai, China

Cathy STINEAR Department of Medicine The University of Auckland Auckland, New Zealand	Roger STUPP Department of Oncology and Zurich Cancer Center The University of Zurich Zurich, Switzerland

Adrian WONG Department of Medicine and Therapeutics The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China	Jinsong WU Department of Neurosurgery, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University Shanghai, China

Hong XUE Division of Life Science The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Hong Kong, China	Wise YOUNG Division of Life Science and W.M. Keck Center for Collaborative Neuroscience Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey New Jersey, USA

Benny Chung-Ying ZEE The Jockey Club School of Public Health and Primary Care The Chinese University of Hong Kong Hong Kong, China

Programme

Satellite Symposiums

CUHK Medicine 35th Anniversary Distinguished Lecture Series
Nerve Regeneration in the Central Nervous System
Professor Zhigang HE
Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA

Date :	5 January 2017 (Thursday)
Time :	1730 – 1830
Venue :	Kai Chong Tong, G/F, Postgraduate Education Centre Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong

Dr Lui Che Woo Distinguished Professor Public Lecture
Big Biobanks, Big Data and Big Opportunities
Professor Zhengming CHEN
The University of Oxford, UK

Date :	6 January 2017 (Friday)
Time :	1730 - 1830
Venue :	Shaw Auditorium, 1/F, Postgraduate Education Centre Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong

Mr Otto Lien Da Wong Visiting Professorial Lecture in Neuro-Oncology
Survival Improvement in Glioma: From GBM to Grade III Astrocytoma, Grade III Oligodendroglioma and Grade II Tumours.
Professor Roger STUPP
University of Zurich, Switzerland

Date :	7 January 2017 Saturday)
Time :	1400 - 1500
Venue :	Shaw Auditorium, 1/F, Postgraduate Education Centre Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong

Programme at a Glance

	5 Jan 2017 (Thur)	6 Jan 2017 (Fri)		7 Jan 2017 (Sat)
0800-0830		Registration		Registration
0830-0900				Grant Writing Talk (Shaw Auditorium)
0900-0930		Brain Tumours I (Kai Chong Tong)	TMS Application in Neuroscience I (Shaw Auditorium)

0930-1000				Brain Tumours III (Shaw Auditorium)	Prevention of Dementia I (Kai Chong Tong)
1000-1030
1030-1100		Coffee Break
1100-1130		Brain Tumours II (Kai Chong Tong)	TMS Application in Neuroscience II (Shaw Auditorium)	Coffee Break
1130-1200				Brain Tumours IV (Shaw Auditorium)	Prevention of Dementia II (Kai Chong Tong)
1200-1230
1230-1300		Lunch

1300-1330				Lunch
1330-1400		Neuro-regeneration (Kai Chong Tong)
1400-1430				Mr Otto Lien Da Wong (OLDW) Visiting Professorial Lecture in Neuro-Oncology (Shaw Auditorium)
1430-1500
1500-1530
1530-1600		Coffee Break
1600-1630		Neuromodulation (Kai Chong Tong)
1630-1700
1700-1730
1730-1800	CUHK Medicine 35th Anniversary Distinguished Lecture Series – Neuro-regeneration (Kai Chong Tong)	Dr Lui Che Woo Distinguished Professor Public Lecture (Shaw Auditorium)
1800-1830

Scientific Programme

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Registration

Registration Procedure

You can register by one of the following methods:

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Online Registration

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Registration by E-mail / Fax / Mail
Please download and complete all sections of the registration form and send to the Conference Secretariat by email, fax or mail.

	Registration Form
	Registration Form

Brain 2017 Secretariat
Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
4/F Lui Che Woo Clinical Sciences Building
Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong
Tel : (852) 2632 1316/ 2632 1852
Fax : (852) 2637 7974
E-mail : BRAIN2017@surgery.cuhk.edu.hk

Registration Category (One delegate per registration)

Members of the below institutions/ societies
• Hong Kong Neurosurgical Society • Hong Kong Neurological Society • Hong Kong Neuro-Oncology Society • International Academy of Pathology, HK Division • The Hong Kong Movement Disorder Society Students or staff of The Chinese University of Hong Kong Staff of Prince of Wales Hospital/ Hospitals in New Territories East Cluster (NTEC)	Free
Alumni of the below programme of CUHK
• Master of Science Programme in Neurological Sciences (NSSC) • Master of Science Programme in Stroke and Clinical Neurosciences (CNS)	Free
Alumni of The Chinese University of Hong Kong Students of other universities in Hong Kong Staff of other hospitals of Hospital Authority	HK$400
Overseas delegates / Others	HK$1,300
Overseas delegates/ Others (On-site registration)	HK$2,000

Certificate of Attendance
A Certificate of Attendance will only be issued at the Conference upon request made on the registration form.

Payment Methods (if applicable)
Payment should be made by one of the following methods:

1.	A bank draft or a crossed cheque in HK dollar made payable to "The Chinese University of Hong Kong" shall be sent to the Conference Secretariat. All bank charges must be paid by participant at source and only local cheques are acceptable.
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2.	By credit card payment (Visa / Master).

Cancellation and Refund Policy
No refund will be made once the payment is confirmed.

Call for Abstracts

Authors are invited to submit abstracts on any clinical, experimental or translational aspects of Nervous System Diseases for consideration by the Committee for Poster Presentation.

Submission Procedure
Online Submission

Step 1 :	Complete the Online Registration for new registration or Login your registered account through the registration system.
Step 2 :	Click the "Submit Abstract" to upload your abstract.

Deadline
15 December 2016

Submission by E-mail
Send the completed Abstract Submission Form with the abstract(s) in Microsoft Word format to BRAIN2017@surgery.cuhk.edu.hk.

	Abstract Submission Form
	Abstract Submission Form

*Facsimile copy or E-mailing of a scanned copy will not be accepted.

Guidelines for Submission of Abstracts

1.	Abstracts should be written in English.
2.	Each abstract must not exceed 300 words.
3.	Abstract title, author name(s) and institution(s) should be clearly stated.
4.	ABSTRACT TITLE should be typed in CAPTITALS.
5.	AUTHORS' NAMES should be typed in CAPITALS and followed by the name(s) and full address(es) of the institution(s) where the scientific work was undertaken. Underline the name of the PRESENTING AUTHOR.
6.	The content of the abstract should include Background & Objective, Methods, Results and Conclusion(s). You may include up to two Figures and two References for each abstract.
7.	The abstract should be in Microsoft Word format and each file should contain only ONE abstract.
8.	The presenting author has to register for the Conference as delegate, otherwise the abstract(s) will not be considered in the conference proceedings.

Sample Abstract

Title (Capital & Bold)	COST-EFFECTIVENESS OF SUBTHALMIC NUCLEUS DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION… …
Authors (Capital)	¹ZHU XL, ¹CHAN DTM, ¹LAU CKY, ¹POON WS, … …
Institution	¹Division of Neurosurgery, Department of Surgery, The Chinese University of Hong Kong … …
Country	Hong Kong, China
Abstract	Background & Objective: Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an effective but … …
(no indent for paragraphs)	Materials: Direct medical expenses during
	Results: Thirteen patients with advanced … …
	Conclusion: Cost-effectiveness of subthalamic nucleus DBS for … …

* Deadline for Abstract Submission: 15 December 2016

Hotel Accommodation

The following official hotels have offered special rates for BRAIN 2017 participants. These hotels are located in close proximity to the Conference Venue, Postgraduate Education Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital. Reservation must be made through Reservation Form and directly sent to the hotel of your choice.

The room rates are quoted on a per room, per night basis and are subject to 10% service charge. Credit card guarantee is required for room reservation.

Shuttle service will be provided every morning of 6 – 7 January 2017 for the transfer from the hotels to the Conference Venue.

Royal Park Hotel
8 Pak Hok Ting Street, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong

Royal Park Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Sha Tin, adjacent to the MTR Sha Tin Station, only 30 minutes from China by rail and 40 minutes from the Hong Kong International Airport. The hotel is embraced by various famous tourist attractions and shopping malls.

Standard Room	HK$850
Daily Buffet Breakfast	HK$90 per person
Executive Room - Single Occupancy with 1 Daily Buffet Breakfast	HK$1,100
Executive Room - Double Occupancy with 2 Daily Buffet Breakfasts	HK$1,350

*The special rate is valid until 15 December 2016.

Reservation Form

Regal Riverside Hotel
34 – 36 Tai Chung Kiu Road, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong

Overlooking the magnificent Shing Mun River in Shatin, Regal Riverside Hotel is an international standard city-resort offering a relaxing break from the daily hustle and bustle. The hotel set amid the greenery Shatin with walking distance to the centre of Shatin.

Superior Room	HK$600
Daily Buffet Breakfast	HK$90 per person
Executive Superior Room - Single Occupancy with 1 Daily Buffet Breakfast	HK$900
Executive Superior Room - Double Occupancy with 2 Daily Buffet Breakfasts	HK$1,050

*The special rate is valid until 15 December 2016.

Reservation Form

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General Information

Date
5 - 7 January 2017 (Thursday – Saturday)

Venue
Postgraduate Education Centre, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong

Official Language
The official language of the Conference is English.

Trade Exhibition
An exhibition of medical equipment, books and pharmaceutical brochures will be held during the Conference on 6 – 7 January 2017.

Academic Accreditation (for local participants)
Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) accreditation will be applied from relevant Hong Kong colleges and associations.

Letter of Invitation
The Organising Committee would be pleased to provide letters of invitation (without provisions of financial support) upon request. Please address your request to the Conference Secretariat.

Certificate of Attendance
A Certificate of Attendance will be issued upon registration and is available for collection together with the delegate's kit at the registration counter during the Conference.

Liability and Insurance
The Organiser is not responsible for injury or damage involving persons and property during the Conference. Participants are advised to make their own arrangements for their medical, travel and personal insurance.
Equipment and all related display materials installed by Exhibitors / Sponsors are not insured by the Organiser, and the Organiser under no circumstances will be liable for any loss, damage or destruction caused to equipment, goods or property belonging to Exhibitors/Sponsors.

** The Organiser reserves the right to amend the program and information here.

Location Map

About Hong Kong

Official Language
Cantonese is the most widely spoken Chinese dialect in Hong Kong, but majority of people can speak both Mandarin and English. The official languages are Chinese and English, all major signage are bilingual.

Weather
Hong Kong's climate is sub-tropical. Weather in January is in the middle of Winter. It is normally clear and sunny but cool and dry with occasional cold fronts. Average temperature is 12℃ – 20℃. Further information can be found at the website of Hong Kong Observatory.

Time Zone
Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (i.e. GMT + 8 hours).

Currency
Hong Kong’s unit of currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$) which is tied to the US dollar at an exchange rate of about HK$7.8 to US$1. The Hong Kong dollar in everyday circulation is available in 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, $1, $2, $5 and $10 coins, and $10, $20, $50, $100, $500 and $1,000 banknotes. Most foreign currencies and travelers cheques are easily changed at banks, hotels and moneychangers. Credit cards are widely accepted at major hotels, large restaurants, department stores and shops.

Electricity Supply
The Standard electrical voltage in Hong Kong is AC 220 volts (50Hz). The British three-pin plug and socket-outlet system is commonly used in Hong Kong.

Opening Hours
Banks are open from Monday to Friday between 9am to 4:30pm and on Saturdays from 9am to 12:30pm, are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Offices generally are open from 9am to 5/6pm on weekdays. Retail shops generally are open every day from 10am to 7pm. However, in busy retail areas like Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui stay open until 9:30 or even later. Most restaurants stay open until 11 pm or later.

Getting Around
Hong Kong is geographically compact and the public transport system is efficient, relatively inexpensive and user friendly. The Airport Express links Hong Kong International Airport directly to Hong Kong's central business district and buses connect the airport with most of the city. The Mass Transit Railway (MTR) and public buses allow easy access throughout the territories. Hong Kong' taxis are cheap and efficient with a HK$22 flag fall. And for those looking for a mode of travel that has been used for decades, there are the Star Ferries, Hong Kong Island's street trams and the venerable Peak Tram. Payments can be made using an Octopus Card, an electronic stored-value card that is widely accepted on all public transports. Road signs in Hong Kong are bilingual in both English and Chinese.

Telecommunications
Most of the world's mobile telecommunications systems operate in Hong Kong. Check if your service provider has a roaming agreement with a Hong Kong operator, and be sure to pay attention to the roaming rates. Free Wi-Fi service is available at Hong Kong International Airport. Some government buildings also offer free 'GovWiFi' services, including some public libraries. You can access the internet for free at many coffee shops in town, as well as at certain iCentres at selected MTR stations. Most hotels offer broadband internet access which may involve a charge in some cases.

Visa Requirement
In general, all visitors to Hong Kong must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months. Nationals of about 170 countries and territories may visit Hong Kong without a visa/entry permit for a period ranging from 7 days to 180 days. You may refer to the website of Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for more information on visa/entry permit requirements.

Visa to Mainland China
Most foreign nationals require a visa to enter Mainland China. Visitors are advised to obtain the visas from Chinese Visa Application Service Center in their resident countries. If you wish to apply a visa (single or double entry) to Mainland China during your stay in Hong Kong, you may apply through The Commissioner's Office of China's Foreign Ministry in the HKSAR or China Travel Service (Hong Kong) Limited.

Useful Numbers

Directory Inquiry Hotline (Cantonese)	1081
Directory Inquiry Hotline (English)	1083
Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance)	999
Hong Kong Tourism Board Visitor Hotline	2508 1234
Hong Kong International Airport	2181 8888
Hong Kong Immigration Department	2824 6111

* For those calling from places outside Hong Kong, please dial the area code "852" before the telephone number.

Further information on Hong Kong, travel and tourist attractions is available at Hong Kong Tourism Board.

Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities

The Organising Committee wishes to thank all the following companies/ organisations for their generous support.

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