Dear colleagues and friends,   It is with great pleasure and high expectations that we invite you to join us for the 13th International Symposium on Contact Dermatitis and First Latin-American Symposium on Cutaneous Allergy, to be held in Montevideo, Uruguay in November 23-25, 2001.  The Program for this Symposium, like South America, looks to the future.  The Organizing and Scientific Program Committees have designed a comprehensive and up-to-date Program, covering a wide spectrum of scientific topics, from Immunology and Molecular Biology to Clinical Science. A strong emphasis will be made in Prevention, Evidence-Based Diagnosis and Management as well as New and Future Therapies.  Leading scientists, participating in the field of Clinical Dermatology, Allergy, Immunology, Toxicology, Occupational Medicine, Skin Bioengineering, Skin Pharmacology and Cosmetology guarantee a maximum of educational and scientific excellence.  Besides its scientific schedule, the Social Program will offer ample opportunities to renew standing friendships and forge new ones from all around the world.  In addition, participants and their families may take advantage of this opportunity to experience the excitement of exploring a new continent, unmatched in its breathtaking natural beauty.  We sincerely hope you will join us and contribute with your energy and talents to making this event a great success.  We warmly welcome you and your family in Uruguay for the 13th ISCD, it is our privilege.  Have a wonderful time in South America!!

Alicia Cannavó  Secretary General		Iris Ale  President

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