Dear colleaques and friends On behalf of the Organizing Committee, I would like to invite all of you to attend the XXXIInd World Congress of the International Society of Hematology (ISH 2008) which will be held during October 19-23, 2008 at Centara Grand and Bangkok Convention Centre at CentralWorld, Bangkok, Thailand.

The Congress is designed to present the most up-to-date scientific discoveries and practices in varied fields of Hematology.The scientific forums will include education program, symposia, plenary sessions and concurrent sessions.It will give all the participants a chance to share the latest experience and knowledge ,and will provide us with the unique opportunity to make a further collaboration among physicians and scientists working in these fields.

Thailand has much to offer the visitors, including historic culture, exotic islands, world-famous cuisine and vibrant nightlife.In addition to many things to see and do in Thailand, we are sure you will enjoy the warm hospitality of Thai people.

We look forward to welcoming you in Bangkok in 2008 and we promise that the XXXIInd World Congress of ISH will be an unforgettable scientific and social experience

Professor Saengsuree Jootar, M.D.

Congress President