VB2014: location, location, location

2013-02-01

Helen Martin

Virus Bulletin, UK

Editor: Helen Martin

Abstract

Details of VB2014 announced.

Keeping shtum about the dates and details for VB2014 – the 24th Virus Bulletin International Conference – has not been an easy task, so it is with delight and relief that, with contracts in place and legal teams satisfied, we can now announce that VB2014 will take place 24–26 September 2014 at The Westin Seattle, WA, USA. More details will be announced in due course at http://www.virusbtn.com/conference/vb2014/.

As usual, a range of sponsorship opportunities will be available for VB2014 at Platinum, Gold and Silver sponsorship levels. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of VB2014 or exhibiting at the event please contact us by emailing [email protected].

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