28,400+ Fill the Halls of SIGGRAPH Conference.
SIGGRAPH 2008, the 35th International Conference on Computer Graphics and Interactive.
Techniques, announced today that 28,432 artists, research scientists, gaming experts, developers, filmmakers, students, and academics from 87 countries joined together  for the annual conference and exhibition in Los Angeles. Plus, more than 230 international companies exhibited - an increase in exhibits from the previous year.
(by Thierry Frey- 20 August 2008 www.siggraph.org)



About SIGGRAPH

SIGGRAPH 2008 will bring an estimated 30,000 computer graphics and interactive technology professionals from six continents to Los Angeles, California, USA for the industry's most respected technical and creative programs focusing on research, science, art, animation, gaming, interactivity, education, and the web from Monday, 11 August through Friday, 15 August 2008 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Celebrating its 35th year, SIGGRAPH 2008 includes a three-day exhibition of products and services from the computer graphics and interactive marketplace from 12-14 August 2008. More than 250 international exhibiting companies are expected. Registration for the conference and exhibition is open to the public.
(www.siggraph.org)



About ACM

ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, is the world's largest educational and scientific computing society, uniting educators, researchers and professionals to inspire dialogue, share resources and address the field's challenges. ACM strengthens the computing profession's collective voice through strong leadership, promotion of the
highest standards, and recognition of technical excellence. ACM supports the professional growth of its members by providing opportunities for life-long learning, career development, and professional networking.
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