RESEARCH STRATEGIES, STUDY DESIGNS AND STATISTICAL APPROACHES TO BIOMARKERS VALIDATION FOR CANCER DIAGNOSIS AND DETECTION

Accommodations/Transportation

A block of sleeping rooms for conference participants has been reserved for the National Cancer Institute Workshop entitled Research Strategies, Study Designs and Statistical Approaches to Biomarkers Validation for Cancer Diagnosis and Detection at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center. The rate is $150 per night for single or double occupancy, plus tax. To receive this reduced rate, indicate that you request a room for the "Research Strategies, Study Designs and Statistical Approaches to Biomarkers Validation for Cancer Diagnosis and Detection Workshop" when making your reservations. Reservations must be made by Monday, July 13, 2004, and must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Please be certain that the hotel provides you with a confirmation number for your reservation. After July 13, 2004, the hotel will accept reservations on a space-available basis at the prevailing hotel rate.

Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
9751 Washingtonian Boulevard
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
(301) 590-0044
www.gaithersburgmarriott.com

Ground Transportation to Gaithersburg
Hotel Miscellaneous Information

Ground Transportation to Gaithersburg

SuperShuttle offers service to most hotels from Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Baltimore/Washington International Airport. The shuttle leaves on an as-needed basis between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. During other times, arrange for a shuttle by calling 800-258-3826 from the airport.

The SuperShuttle approximate cost for one passenger, one-way from Dulles is $28; Reagan National Airport is $30; and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Gaithersburg is about $35. Other shuttles include the Maryland Shuttle (301-590-0000), or Yellow Airport Shuttle (301-208-6900). Approximate shuttle fares for Maryland Airport Shuttle from Dulles and Reagan National are $25, and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport, the fare is $36 for one passenger, one-way. Fares for Yellow Airport Shuttle from Dulles and Reagan National are $55, and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport, the fare is $65 for one passenger, one-way.

Taxi Service

Taxicab fares to the hotel from Dulles Airport and National Airport should cost approximately $60 one-way for one passenger. The fare from Baltimore-Washington International Airport costs approximately $70 one-way. It is wise to check on the fares before selecting a taxicab. There are various taxicabs available-Barwood Taxi (301-984-1900 or 800-831-2323), Regency Cab (301-990-9000).

By Car

From Points North

Take I-95 South to I-495 West (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Continue to I-270 North. Take I-270 North to Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Points East

Take Route 50 West to I-495 West (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Continue to I-270 North and take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Points West

Take I-70 East to I-270 South. Follow I-270 South to Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Points South

Take I-95 North to I-495 North/East (Capital Beltway) toward Rockville/Tysons Corner. Travel across the bridge into Maryland. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)

Take Route 195 West to Exit 4 (I-95 South), then travel West on I-495 (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Follow I-495 to I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Washington Dulles International Airport

Take the Dulles Access Road for approximately 13 miles to Exit 18. Move to the right on the Dulles Toll Road (Route 267) and take Exit 18. Stay left on the ramp for Bethesda/Baltimore to I-495 (Capital Beltway). Travel approximately 9 miles on I-495. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

From Ronald Reagan National Airport

Take the George Washington Parkway (Route 110 North) to I-495 (Capital Beltway) North toward Maryland. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left.

Using the Metro System

The Metro System is clean and reliable. It operates from 5:30 a.m. to 12:00 midnight Monday through Thursday; 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Fridays; 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Saturdays; and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight on Sundays. Each passenger must buy a farecard to travel in the system. Guides for purchasing farecards are posted on the vending machines in each station. Each Metro car features a complete color-coded map. Station attendants on duty at each station can provide additional information on request.

From Ronald Reagan National Airport to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
Board the Metro Yellow Line to Gallery Place, and transfer to the Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.)
From Washington Dulles International Airport to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
Take a Washington Flyer van from the airport to the West Falls Church Metro Station. Board the Metro Orange Line toward New Carrolton and transfer at Metro Center to the Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.)
From Union Station to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center
Take the Metro Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.)

Parking at the hotel

Self-parking is free. There is no valet parking.

Hotel Miscellaneous Information

The hotel offers an on-site restaurant, a coffee shop and room service.

Recreation
The hotel has an indoor pool, whirlpool, health club, sauna, and tennis courts. There are nearby golf and jogging trails, and it is convenient to retail, restaurants, and a multiplex theater. It is approximately 30 minutes from Washington, DC, attractions.

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	RESEARCH STRATEGIES, STUDY DESIGNS AND STATISTICAL APPROACHES TO BIOMARKERS VALIDATION FOR CANCER DIAGNOSIS AND DETECTION Accommodations/Transportation A block of sleeping rooms for conference participants has been reserved for the National Cancer Institute Workshop entitled Research Strategies, Study Designs and Statistical Approaches to Biomarkers Validation for Cancer Diagnosis and Detection at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center. The rate is $150 per night for single or double occupancy, plus tax. To receive this reduced rate, indicate that you request a room for the "Research Strategies, Study Designs and Statistical Approaches to Biomarkers Validation for Cancer Diagnosis and Detection Workshop" when making your reservations. Reservations must be made by Monday, July 13, 2004, and must be guaranteed with a major credit card. Please be certain that the hotel provides you with a confirmation number for your reservation. After July 13, 2004, the hotel will accept reservations on a space-available basis at the prevailing hotel rate. Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center 9751 Washingtonian Boulevard Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (301) 590-0044 www.gaithersburgmarriott.com Ground Transportation to Gaithersburg Hotel Miscellaneous Information Ground Transportation to Gaithersburg SuperShuttle offers service to most hotels from Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington Dulles International Airport, and Baltimore/Washington International Airport. The shuttle leaves on an as-needed basis between the hours of 5:30 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. During other times, arrange for a shuttle by calling 800-258-3826 from the airport. The SuperShuttle approximate cost for one passenger, one-way from Dulles is $28; Reagan National Airport is $30; and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Gaithersburg is about $35. Other shuttles include the Maryland Shuttle (301-590-0000), or Yellow Airport Shuttle (301-208-6900). Approximate shuttle fares for Maryland Airport Shuttle from Dulles and Reagan National are $25, and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport, the fare is $36 for one passenger, one-way. Fares for Yellow Airport Shuttle from Dulles and Reagan National are $55, and from Baltimore-Washington International Airport, the fare is $65 for one passenger, one-way. Taxi Service Taxicab fares to the hotel from Dulles Airport and National Airport should cost approximately $60 one-way for one passenger. The fare from Baltimore-Washington International Airport costs approximately $70 one-way. It is wise to check on the fares before selecting a taxicab. There are various taxicabs available-Barwood Taxi (301-984-1900 or 800-831-2323), Regency Cab (301-990-9000). By Car From Points North Take I-95 South to I-495 West (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Continue to I-270 North. Take I-270 North to Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Points East Take Route 50 West to I-495 West (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Continue to I-270 North and take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Points West Take I-70 East to I-270 South. Follow I-270 South to Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Points South Take I-95 North to I-495 North/East (Capital Beltway) toward Rockville/Tysons Corner. Travel across the bridge into Maryland. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) Take Route 195 West to Exit 4 (I-95 South), then travel West on I-495 (Capital Beltway) toward Silver Spring. Follow I-495 to I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Washington Dulles International Airport Take the Dulles Access Road for approximately 13 miles to Exit 18. Move to the right on the Dulles Toll Road (Route 267) and take Exit 18. Stay left on the ramp for Bethesda/Baltimore to I-495 (Capital Beltway). Travel approximately 9 miles on I-495. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. From Ronald Reagan National Airport Take the George Washington Parkway (Route 110 North) to I-495 (Capital Beltway) North toward Maryland. At the I-495/I-270 split, bear left and take Exit 38/I-270 North toward Frederick. Take Exit 9-B West (Sam Eig Highway). Follow signs to Washingtonian Boulevard and turn left. Travel through 2 traffic circles and the hotel is on the left. Using the Metro System The Metro System is clean and reliable. It operates from 5:30 a.m. to 12:00 midnight Monday through Thursday; 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Fridays; 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. on Saturdays; and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight on Sundays. Each passenger must buy a farecard to travel in the system. Guides for purchasing farecards are posted on the vending machines in each station. Each Metro car features a complete color-coded map. Station attendants on duty at each station can provide additional information on request. From Ronald Reagan National Airport to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center Board the Metro Yellow Line to Gallery Place, and transfer to the Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.) From Washington Dulles International Airport to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center Take a Washington Flyer van from the airport to the West Falls Church Metro Station. Board the Metro Orange Line toward New Carrolton and transfer at Metro Center to the Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.) From Union Station to the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center Take the Metro Red Line toward Shady Grove (you must take a train that says Shady Grove). At the Shady Grove Metro station, hail a Regency Cab, mention that you are a guest at the hotel, and the cabdriver will present you with a voucher. The hotel will pay the cab company for your ride to the hotel. (This service is for overnight hotel guests only.) Parking at the hotel Self-parking is free. There is no valet parking. Hotel Miscellaneous Information The hotel offers an on-site restaurant, a coffee shop and room service. Recreation The hotel has an indoor pool, whirlpool, health club, sauna, and tennis courts. There are nearby golf and jogging trails, and it is convenient to retail, restaurants, and a multiplex theater. It is approximately 30 minutes from Washington, DC, attractions. 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