In order to get reactions from those who attended, a questionnaire was distributed at the Society’s second scientific meeting in St. Petersburg. The information will be used in planning future meetings—continuing and improving upon the favorable aspects and correcting the negative elements. The following is a brief summary of the highlights.

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