Actinomycetes, the millennium bugs: in Melbourne for the 13th International Symposium on the Biology of Actinomycetes

Abstract

The 13th International Symposium on the Biology of Actinomycetes was held at the Melbourne Convention Centre from 1-5 December 2003. The Conference welcomed 355 participants from over 35 countries, with the excellent support of the Government of Victoria. In particular, Dr Amanda Caples, Director of Biotechnology for the State Government of Victoria was very supportive throughout the event. The Honorable Matt Viney, Parliamentary Secretary of the Victorian Government for the Innovation and Industry, Department of Industry Innovation and Regional Development, formally opened the Conference.