Reprod Dom Anim 50 (Suppl. 2), iv (2015); doi: 10.1111/rda.12559 ISSN 0936–6768

VIIIth International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation August 9th to 12th 2015 Champaign, Illinois, USA

Dear colleagues and friends, On behalf of the Local and International organizing committees, I would like to welcome you to Champaign, Illinois, USA, for the VIIIth International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation. We hope that the scientific programme meets expectations and that you enjoy your time in Champaign. The conference has been held every 4 years since 1985 and returns to the USA for the first time after 15 years! The previous seven conferences have helped pave the way for advancements in boar sperm production, preservation and artificial insemination. The goal of the conference has always been to bring scientists, practitioners, producers and companies together from all over the world to share the newest advancements in swine fertility. The 2015 conference programme has 33 internationally recognized speakers that will provide ‘state-of-the-art’ talks on (i) boar health and disease transmission; (ii) technologies for sperm preservation and evaluation; (iii) physiology and factors impacting sperm production and fertility; (iv) biotechnology and frontiers in fertility; and (v) application of technology for improved fertility in pigs. There will also be more than 30 research displays from around the world.

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Appreciation goes to our Platinum Plus, Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsors for their generosity, conference support and exhibits. Without their help, this type of programme would not be possible. Thanks to the Hilton Gardens and the University of Illinois for serving as the conference venues. Our gratitude extends to each of our presenters that took time and effort to prepare their presentations and travel to Champaign to be with us and share their insight. Thanks also to the Local and International organizing committees in conference planning, organization and publication. Lastly, sincere thanks to those at the University of Illinois, especially April Wellman, Brian Beversdorf and our graduate and undergraduate students who helped with registration and conference events. Sincerely,

Robert V. Knox, Chairman VIIIth International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation

VIIIth International Conference on Boar Semen Preservation: August 9th to 12th 2015 Champaign, Illinois, USA.

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