Welcome letterfrom Chi Hin Cho, B, Pharm., Ph.D.

On behalf of the Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Section, the International Union of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, I fully support the 13th International Conference on Gastrointestinal Research (ICGR) formely called the International Conference on Ulcer Research (ICUR), to be held in Split, Croatia.

This meeting has a full scientific programme combining both basic and clinical aspects of diseases in the gastrointestinal tract, ranging from functional disorders to inflammation and cancers. I am sure both basic and clinical scientists will rtly benefit from attending this meeting by sharing their experiences and getting valuable informations from others in different gastrointestinal research areas. This meeting will also enable us to enlarge our research networking around the globe as there will be participants rodifferent parts of the world.

My past experience with 11th ICUR meeting also held in Croatia, had given me a memorable moment in my academic career. I enjoyed not only the treasure of science during the meeting but also the friendship and the most scenic place I have ever visited in the world. In this regard apart from science, I would strongly encourage in bringing along with your family and have a wonderful vacation in Croatia.

Last but not least my best wishes to the Organizing Committee to their success in hosting the 13th ICGR and seeing you in September 2009 in Split

Sincerely

Chi Hin Cho, B, Pharm., Ph.D.
President of the Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Section,
The International Union of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology
Professor of Pharmacology and Chairman
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, China