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Conventions: Mar 16, 2008

Effective Early Learning Practices: Research, Policy and Practice

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Banff Centre, Banff, Alberta Canada

This 3-day conference will gather key international researchers who will review effective early learning programs on language and literacy, numeracy and social learning. The morning sessions will review specific areas of these programs (the gold standards of effective programs, the effects of these programs, implementation issues and gaps in research), the afternoon workshops will allow participants to go further into specific programs, and the evening plenary sessions will introduce participants to a discussion on the implications of related data and recommendations for Canadian policy program planning.

SPIE Defense + Security

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 20, 2008,
Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and Convention Center, Orlando, Florida United States

The SPIE Defense and Security Symposium is the leading meeting bringing together scientists and engineers from industry, military, and academia doing cutting-edge work in materials, technology, systems and devices.

Banff 40th International Conference on Behavioural Science

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Banff Centre, Banff, Alberta Canada

Key international researchers will come together to review effective early learning programs on language and literacy, numeracy and social learning. Morning sessions of the conference will review specific areas of these programs, afternoon workshops will allow participants to go further into specific programs, and evening plenary sessions will introduce participants to a discussion on the implications of related data and recommendations for Canadian policy program planning.

4th International Conference on Networking and Services

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 21, 2008,
Creole Beach Hotel, Gosier, Guadeloupe France

The ICNS 2008 continues a series of events targeting general networking and services aspects in multi-technologies environments. The conference covers fundamentals on networking and services, and highlights new challenging industrial and research topics. Ubiquitous services, next generation networks, inter-provider quality of service, GRID networks and services, and emergency services and disaster recovery are considered.

23rd Annual ACM Symposium on Applied Computing

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 20, 2008,
Vila Galé, Fortaleza, Ceara Brazil

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2008 Business Partners Exchange

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, Palm Desert, California United States

The Power of Trade Partnerships Starts Here!
HDMA's Marketing Conference has a new name! The new Business Partners Exchange is the meeting you need to accomplish your corporate goals. Featuring two days of business appointments, the Business Partners Exchange offers the opportunity to meet one-on-one with your value trading partners and meet your networking needs!

15th Annual CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council Conference

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Nashville, Tennessee United States

Each year, several hundred credit union marketing and business development professionals meet together for four days during the annual CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council (CMBDC) Conference. Today’s marketing and business development professionals are typically at the executive level for their respective credit unions and are key decision makers.

Much of the success of our annual conference is due to the support of our vendor partners. Our partners’ financial support helps us provide nationally recognized speakers, special activities and events, and facilities that attract today and tomorrow’s top credit union marketing professionals.
Your commitment of support for our 2008 CMBDC Conference will be rewarded prior to, during and even after the conference with a variety of opportunities to gain direct recognition for your business, the services you provide, and opportunities for face-to-face discussions with these decision-makers. Depending upon the level of sponsorship that you select, you’ll have numerous opportunities to establish new contacts and solidify existing relationships.

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine - Southern Caribbean CME cruise

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 23, 2008,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida United States

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
The purpose of this CME activity is to assess and manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions with special emphasis on sports-related injuries

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
The purpose of this CME activity is to assess and manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions with special emphasis on sports-related injuries

Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
The purpose of this CME activity is to assess and manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions with special emphasis on sports-related injuries

Preliminary Objectives for Activity:
“At the conclusion of this CME activity, participants shall be able to manage the following clinical conditions arising during athletic participation:
• Acromial Clavicular Injuries
• Rotator Cuff Injuries
• The ACL Injured Knee and the Use of Osteotomy
• The Unstable Knee and Arthritis
• ACL Injury in the Skeletal Immature
• Ankle Pain and Instability
• Forefoot Pain
• Exertional Compartment Syndrome
• Soccer Injuries

24th Semiconductor Thermal Measurement and Management Symposium (SEMI-THERM 24)

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 20, 2008,
The Fairmont Hotel, San Jose, California United States

SEMI-THERM is the world’s premier forum dedicated to thermal management of electronics. The symposium fosters the exchange of knowledge between industry academics, experts and practitioners on the latest advances in electronics thermal management.

In its 24th year, SEMI-THERM includes Invited Speakers, Technical Sessions, Short Courses and an Evening Tutorial entirely dedicated to the thermal management of electronic components and systems. The forum also includes vendor exhibits and dedicated vendor sessions for the latest in commercial offerings.

Nuclear Deterrence in the North Atlantic Alliance

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Wilton Park, West Sussex, England, United Kingdom

What capabilities will the NATO nuclear powers (Britain, France, and the US) need to maintain in order to meet their obligations and strategic requirements? How can their strategies be better aligned with each other? What is the role of nuclear deterrence in NATO’s force posture and strategy? How can deterrence be tailored to meet contemporary and likely future threats?

Association of Law Teachers 43rd Annual Conference

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
St. Anne's College, Oxford, England, United Kingdom

The theme of the 43rd conference is “Engaging Law Teachers”. Much focus in higher education teaching and learning is on how we enhance the student learning experience, and how we ensure that students engage with their learning process. But what do we do to engage with and enhance our teaching and learning? What are the challenges to engaging in professional development? Are we keeping pace with technological changes that influence the student learning process? Who do we as professionals take our norms from? These are examples of the questions that might be raised.

SPIE Defense & Security Symposium 2008

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 20, 2008,
Orlando World Center Marriott Resort and Convention Center Orlando, Florida United States

Participate in SPIE Defense and Security 2008, the industry's leading meeting that brings together scientists and engineers from industry, military, and academia. Join top researchers and companies doing cutting-edge work in materials, technology, systems and devices.
The DSS 2008 program will offer these exciting highlights:
• The Honorable Jay Cohen, Under Secretary for Science and Technology of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and former U.S. Chief of Naval Research, will speak at a symposium-wide plenary.
• 45+ conferences covering the latest technologies and applications for the defense and security community.
• 400+ product exhibitions where you can find the most current hardware, interact with exhibitors, and increase your awareness of product developments across the broad spectrum of infrared, sensing, and image technology.
• An education program featuring courses and workshops designed to bring you up to date on the hottest technologies or get you up to speed with the background basics you need.
• An added bonus is that DSS is scheduled the week before Easter this year, making it possible for many families to come along for spring break.
See the latest in:
Imaging, Sensors, and Displays
IR Sensors and Systems Engineering • Homeland Security and Law Enforcement • Tactical Sensors and Imagers • Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE) • Military and Avionic Displays • Space Technologies and Operations • Intelligent and Unmanned / Unattended Sensors and Systems
Sensor Data Analysis
Sensor Data Exploitation and Target Recognition • Information Fusion, Data Mining, and Information Networks • Signal, Image and Neural Net Processing • Communication and Networking Technologies and Systems
Plus Modeling and Simulation • Enabling Photonic Technologies

The 2008 Canadian Renewable Energy Workshop (CREW 2008)

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
IPSCO Place Regina, Saskatchewan Canada

CREW 2008: Canadian Renewable Energy Workshop

An annual national conference facilitating the continued development of Canada’s ethanol and biodiesel industry.

Join decision makers and key stakeholders to network and discuss emerging technologies and operating practices.

Be informed. Participate in the future of the Canadian renewable liquid fuels industry.

Piling & Deep Foundations Summit

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2009,
Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai City, Dubai Emirate United Arab Emirates

Why you MUST attend:

* Exclusive high-rise focus: Case studies on the foundation design for the Emirates towers and Burj Dubai will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the geotechnical investigations undertaken, the construction challenges overcome, the pile load testing undertaken, and the cost – optimisation of the foundation.
* Successfully manage different ground conditions: Case studies on constructing foundations in highly weathered soils, reclaimed soils and coastal planes, soft and liquid soils, and limestone, shale and chalk deposits will allow you to implement tried and tested methods.
* Implement new foundation techniques to reduce costs: Assess how barrettes, piled raft foundations, large capacity screw piles, and large diameter bored piles are proven economic geotechnical techniques
* Brainstorm with an exclusive panel of industry experts how you can overcome the toughest human resource and supplier relationship challenges that every piling and foundation contractor in the region is facing

3rd Middle East IPO Summit

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Intercontinental Hotel, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

The event will once again consist of debate and discussion amongst investment experts, regulators and market leaders, and will be structured to allow as much networking as possible. The Summit will provide delegates with a complete understanding of all the fundamental IPO issues as well as tackling all the latest developments within an extremely active market. These include regulatory issues, how market volatility affects IPOs and capital markets, and what new products and issues have changed the environment in the last year.

This year, along with the plethora of IPO and capital market professionals providing expert analysis and opinion on the state of the region’s equity markets, the inaugural Middle East Investment Day will bring together the foremost investment experts from the region and beyond. You will gain an understanding about investment trends and opportunities regionally and internationally from some of the most successful current market players.

Biomedical Optics (BIOMED)

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Hilton St. Petersburg, Bayfront, St. Petersburg, Florida United States

There are few basic biological science studies that are not touched by biomedical optics. Optical methods play a critical role in biotechnologies ranging from genomics to cell-based assays to in vivo imaging and therapies. In light of this, the importance of biomedical optics has never been greater.

The upcoming Biomedical Optics meeting covers the diversity of cutting edge biomedical research and brings together leading scientists, engineers and physicians engaged in biological and medical research using optical methods. With over 400 attendees, this must-attend meeting affords attendees the opportunity to interact one-on-one with oral presenters, along with multiple poster sessions allowing for lively discussions of the latest research.

Collocated with:
Digital Holography and Three Dimensional Imaging (DH)
Laser Applications to Chemical, Security and Environmental Analysis (LACSEA)

ICAS 2008. The Fourth International Conference on Autonomic and Autonomous Systems

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 21, 2008,
Creole Beach, Gosier, Guadaloupe, France

The ICAS 2008 (International Conference on Autonomic and Autonomous Systems) is a multi-track event covering related topics on theory and practice on systems automation, autonomous systems and autonomic computing.

2nd Annual National HR in Hospitality™ Conference & Expo

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 19, 2008,
Wynn Las Vegas South Las Vegas, Nevada United States

Join your colleagues at the 2nd Annual National HR in Hospitality™ Conference & Expo, March 16 - 19, 2008, at Wynn Las Vegas. More than 550 hospitality executives and professionals attended the inaugural conference last March, making it the largest event of its kind.

Developed and produced by Human Resource Executive® Magazine, Cornell University School of Hotel Administration, and Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations, and endorsed by the American Hotel & Lodging Association, HR in Hospitality™ is the leading event specifically for professionals in HR management, employment law and labor relations in the hospitality industry — and this year’s will be even bigger and better than the first!

In addition to sessions for Hotels and Labor Relations, the 2008 program offers tracks for Restaurants and Foodservice, featuring expert insights into the ultra-specific needs of these segments of the industry. If it’s important in the industry, HR in Hospitality™ has it.

Gastroenterology Coding and Reimbursement Conference

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
San Antonio, Texas United States

Top 5 Reasons YOU need to attend this information-packed event.

1. Get Answers To Your Toughest Gastroenterology Coding And Reimbursement Challenges. Spend Two And A Half Days On YOUR Specialty With Nationally Recognized Experts!

2. Bring Your PEG Tube And Fecal Occult Blood Test Claims Up To CPT 2008's Standards With Guaranteed, Expert Tips.

3. Go Interactive! Learn How Coders Like You Tackle Screening Colonoscopies During Day 2's Round Table Discussions!

4. Increase Your Practice's Revenue With Real Life Examples Detailing How You Should Report ERCPs, Dilations, And Pill Cams.

5. Hone In On The Finer Points Of GERD And Alchalasia Diagnosis Coding To Get PAID What You Deserve! And Much More!

Otolaryngology Coding and Reimbursement Conference

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
San Antonio, Texas United States

Spend Two and a Half Days on YOUR Specialty and get guaranteed answers and specialty-specific Information from the Top Experts in the Nation! All our presenters are carefully selected to provide you with only the most up-to-date information available for your specialty. Unlike most events where attendees are "lectured" to for two days, we design programs to answer all your questions in highly interactive group settings and candid discussions.

25th Annual International Technology Licensing Forum

Mar 16, 2008 - Mar 18, 2008,
Hyatt Regency Reston, Town Center, Reston, Virginia United States

The Forum is a two-day conference that provides a unique opportunity for companies to gain an overview of emerging technologies in the US, Canada, Europe, Japan, Korea, China, India, and South America.

If your company is looking for, or has innovative technologies available for licensing, joint venture or strategic alliance in:

* Ethical Pharmaceuticals
* Personal Care
* OTC Pharmaceuticals
* Drug Delivery
* Generic Pharmaceuticals
* Nutraceuticals
* Fine & Chiral Chemicals
* Biotechnology
* Polymers for Medical/Pharmaceutical Applications
* Household Technologies
* Functional Packaging

Budgeting And Budget Control Of The HR Function / Effective Manpower Planning

Mar 16, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Kempinsi Hotel. Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

IIR’s popular Budgeting And Budget Control Of The HR Function course will give you the skills you need to fully understand the costs involved with HR – and allow you to present a realistic case to management in language that they understand. This highly interactive course will feature case studies, business simulation and practical group exercises to show you how to prepare, monitor and control the HR budget, and most importantly, teach you how to understand the link between organisational finance and HR budgets.

The second course Effective Manpower Planning will demonstrate the importance of effective manpower planning, its links to organisational success and how to compile a plan that delivers the right people at the right time. The course will also deal with the challenges of localisation and explore how an effective manpower plan can meet the difficulties and the opportunities that localisation initiatives offer organisations in the Gulf.

Paul Walsh will be your expert course leader for both courses. Paul has a unique combination of finance and HR skills, and extensive experience with companies in the region. Ensure you have a place on this practical and useful course. Register now by completing the registration form on the back page of the brochure. Fax us on +971-4-3352438, contact our registration hotline on +971-4-3352437, email us at register@iirme.com .