The symposium will be held September 11-15, 2016, and includes the following:
- Sunday evening opening keynote presentation
- Morning and afternoon refreshment breaks during session intermissions
- Poster sessions
- Wednesday evening dinner event
Attendees are required to register and badges must be worn for admission to technical sessions and all conference events.
Discount Fee:
On or Before August 11, 2016
Standard Fee:
After August 11, 2016
Full-Conference Registration, Member
$675
$775
Full-Conference Registration, Nonmember*
$795
$895
Student Registration**
$95
$95
* Nonmember registration includes TMS membership (with online access to the member journal, JOM) through December 31, 2017.
** Must be a full-time graduate or undergraduate student; a copy of student school identification card is required; nonmember students must mail or fax form.
The easiest, most effective way to get to Seven Springs Mountain Resort from the Pittsburgh International Airport is the shuttle service provided at a reduced rate just for symposium attendees.
Shuttle tickets must be reserved in advance and can be purchased through
online symposium registration or the
PDF registration form. Must make a time selection when purchasing shuttle transportation.
From Pittsburgh International Airport to Seven Springs Mountain Resort
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Fee: $25
Times: Noon; 2:00 p.m. – SOLD OUT; and 4:00 p.m. +
Shuttle bus pickup at the airport will be in the baggage claim area of the landside terminal.
+ If taking the 4:00 p.m. shuttle, you cannot register for a short course. Conference organizers are not responsible for airline delays.
From Seven Springs Mountain Resort to Pittsburgh International Airport
Thursday, September 15, 2016
Fee: $25
Times: 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Tickets for the Fallingwater Tour have sold out and can no longer be purchased.
Take a break from technical programming to explore Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater on Tuesday, September 13.
Fallingwater Tour Date: Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Time: 1:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Tour will take place from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please note that considerable walking is involved and a portion of the tour is conducted outside; walking shoes are a must. Learn more about Fallingwater and other considerations for the tour on the Fallingwater website.
Cancellation Policy
Requests for cancellations must be made in writing to TMS (by mail or e-mail). A $75 processing fee is charged for
all cancellations. No refunds will be processed after the registration deadline of August 11, 2016.
Photography and Recording Policy
TMS reserves the right to all audio and video reproductions of presentations at TMS-sponsored meetings. By registering for this symposium, all attendees acknowledge that they may be photographed by TMS personnel while at events, and that those photos may be used for promotional purposes, in and on TMS publications and websites, and on social media sites.
Any recording of sessions (audio, video, still photography, etc.) intended for personal use, distributions, publications, or copyright without the express written consent of TMS and the individual authors is strictly prohibited. Attendees violating this policy may be asked to leave the session.
Time Zones
Unless otherwise noted, all times for this symposium and related events will take place in the local time, U.S. Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT; UTC – 4:00).
Anti-Harassment Policy
In all activities, TMS is committed to providing a professional environment free of harassment, disrespectful behavior, or other unprofessional conduct. TMS requires all attendees to abide by the Anti-Harassment Policy.
Americans With Disabilities Act
TMS strongly supports the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination against, and promotes public accessibility for, those with disabilities. In support of, and in compliance with ADA, we ask those requiring specific equipment or services to contact
TMS Meeting Services in advance.