S. Mahunka szerk.: Folia Entomologica Hungarica 27/1. (Budapest, 1974)

XV International Congress of Entomology First Announcement The 15th International Congress of Entomology will be held in the beautiful capital city. Washington, D.C., U.S.A., August 19-27, 1976, under the sponsorship of the National Academy of Sciences and the Entomological Society of America. Session? will be held in the excellent meeting facilities of the Washington Hilton Hotel. Special cventi are being planned at national scientific and cultural centers. Two international airports near Washington give direct access from abroad. University housing will be available in addition to hotel facilities. The Organizing Committee for the Congress is composed of Curtis W. Sabrosky (Chairman and President of the Congress). Ernest C. Bay (Secretary-General), Wallace P. Murdoch (Treasurer), William G. Eden, Gordon E. Guyer, E. F. Knipling, Robert L. Metcalf. John V. Osmun. Ray F. Smith and Edward 0. Wilson. The program will emphasize plenary symposia, invitational speakers, specialized symposia/ work groups/panel discussions, and special interest groups or informal conferences. Thirteen p.ogram sections cover Systematics, Genetics, Physiology and Biochemistry, Toxicology, Ecology, Behavior, Social Insects and Apiculture, Biological Control. Medical and Veterinary Entomology. Agricultural Entomology and Pest Management, Forest Entomology. Stored Products and Structural Insects, and Pesticide Development, Management and Regulation. A Congress Brochure and application forms will be mailed in May, 1975. The Brochure will contain information on highlights of the scientific program, receptions, tours, ladies program, scientific, historical and other features of the Washington area, and useful data for visitors. PLEASE NOTE: Announcements of this Congress are not being sent to individuals, but are being publicized in journals and circulated to museums, departments, and othei institutions. If you are interested in receiving future information, including registration forms, please send a postcard to the undersigned with your name and address, typed or in block letters, and also the section of your major interest. Dr. ERNEST C. BAY, Secretary General XV International Congress of Entomo'ogy P.O. Box 151 College Park, Md. USA 20740