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Conventions: Apr 01, 2008

Techtextil North America 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta, Georgia United States

As the most comprehensive North American trade show and symposium for technical textiles and nonwovens, the world’s leading companies in the industry will meet for education, networking and business development.

Techtextil North America will return in 2008 highlighting the higher performance areas of technical textiles and continue to grow and attract an eclectic collection of researchers, manufacturers and product specifiers. It is the only trade show that assembles all vertical aspects of the technical textile industry. From research and development, through raw materials and production processes and finally ending in conversion, further treatment and recycling.

10th International Conference on Microreaction Technology (IMRET10)

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
New Orleans, Louisiana United States

Details will be posted soon.

Techtextil North America

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta, Georgia United States

As the most comprehensive North American trade show and symposium for technical textiles and nonwovens, the world’s leading companies in the industry will meet for education, networking and business development.

Analytica

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
New Munich Trade Fair Centre, Munich, Bayern Germany

Instrumental Analysis, Laboratory Technology and Biotechnologies. 21st International Trade Fair and Analytica Conference. Analytica will feature a number of international events for building business relations. They include the Analytica Forum, a platform for the exchange of information and transfer of knowledge, and the Analytica Conference, the European summit for the international research community.

Profile for exhibit include Analysis / Quality control, Laboratory technology, Biotechnology / Life sciences, Chemical / Petrochemical, Pharmaceuticals / Cosmetics, Medicine / Diagnostics, Nutrition, Environment, Electrical engineering / Electronics.

Gartner Business Intelligence Summit

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Hyatt Regency Chicago Chicago, Illinois United States

Rapid expansion continues for the role of business intelligence in successful organizations. And with that growth comes an even greater need for an easy way to stay on top of all the latest trends, new strategies, technology developments, and the many other aspects of this changing business tool. The Gartner Business Intelligence Summit is the perfect answer to fulfill this important need.

This growing Gartner summit is a valuable investment for companies just starting to define their BI strategies as well as those looking to fine-tune existing programs to maximize impact and applications across a broader spectrum of end users. It's a "must attend" event for improving the value of all your BI initiatives.

Memphis Black Writer's Conference & Southern Film Festival

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 1, 2008,
Memphis, Tennessee United States

The Memphis Black Writers' Conference & Southern Film Festival, first held in 1997, is a unique hybrid of readings, art exhibitions and film screenings aimed at raising Black visibility within the movie community.

Instant Cities: Emergent Trends in Architecture and Urbanism in the Arab World

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
American University of Sharjah, Sharjah City, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Call for Papers

Third International Conference

Instant Cities: Emergent Trends in Architecture and Urbanism in the Arab World

Organized by

The Center for the Study of Architecture in the Arab Region (CSAAR)

In collaboration with

School of Architecture and Design, American University of Sharjah

The CSAAR 2008 conference will focus on the causes and effects of emergent trends in architecture and urbanism in the Gulf. Media campaigns and journalistic accounts of the extraordinary projects that promise to increase economic vitality and attract tourists have focused attention on the region.

58th Political Studies Association Annual Conference

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Swansea University, Swansea, Wales United Kingdom

Never has academic political research been so relevant. The world faces a wide range of controversial political problems; a pressing need for greater knowledge of political systems and practices; and a vibrant interest in re-thinking our understanding of what is ‘the political’. Research inevitably raises a wide range of questions for theoretical debate, empirical analysis and practitioner experience. Consequently, it is important that the UK Political Studies Association annual conference provides a key forum for reflection and dissemination among researchers. It should also continue to move towards developing a regular engagement between researchers and those concerned with the practice of politics outside universities in government, the media, NGOs, think tanks etc.

Accordingly, as organisers of the 58th annual conference, we seek to feature and promote the best of contemporary research in any field of politics and international relations. The conference theme encourages a particular focus on questions of theory and practice in relation to issues of democracy, governance and conflict. We welcome all proposals but would like to encourage imaginative proposals that incorporate non-academic political practitioners in panels. PSA specialist groups have a central role to play in the conference and they are reminded of the funding opportunities provided by the Specialist Group guest speaker competition. As conference organisers we will seek to enhance the programme with guest speakers that highlight issues of major research interest and further raises discussion between political researchers and practitioners.

2008 Intertraffic

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre, Amsterdam, Noord Holland Netherlands

IPTS and ITS will be placed firmly in the spotlights at Intertraffic Amsterdam 2008. The IPTS/ITS Plaza will be a dedicated place on the exhibition floor where interested visitors can examine what the future holds in store in these specific areas. ITS subjects will include road pricing, e-calling and Holland’s new national data ware-house for traffic information. IPTS embraces topics such as electronic ticketing, passengers information, vehicle
tracking and safety and security.

58th Political Studies Association Annual Conference

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Swansea University, Swansea, Wales United Kingdom

Never has academic political research been so relevant. The world faces a wide range of controversial political problems; a pressing need for greater knowledge of political systems and practices; and a vibrant interest in re-thinking our understanding of what is ‘the political’. Research inevitably raises a wide range of questions for theoretical debate, empirical analysis and practitioner experience. Consequently, it is important that the UK Political Studies Association annual conference provides a key forum for reflection and dissemination among researchers. It should also continue to move towards developing a regular engagement between researchers and those concerned with the practice of politics outside universities in government, the media, NGOs, think tanks etc.

Accordingly, as organisers of the 58th annual conference, we seek to feature and promote the best of contemporary research in any field of politics and international relations. The conference theme encourages a particular focus on questions of theory and practice in relation to issues of democracy, governance and conflict. We welcome all proposals but would like to encourage imaginative proposals that incorporate non-academic political practitioners in panels. PSA specialist groups have a central role to play in the conference and they are reminded of the funding opportunities provided by the Specialist Group guest speaker competition. As conference organisers we will seek to enhance the programme with guest speakers that highlight issues of major research interest and further raises discussion between political researchers and practitioners.

Ceramics, Tile & Sanitary Ware China 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Shanghai New International Expo Center Shanghai, Shanghai, China

Ceramics, Tile and Sanitary Ware China 2008 is to be held on April 1-4 2008 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The exhibition, featuring building ceramic products, floor tiles, wall tiles, mosaics, skirting boards, marbles & natural stones and bathroom facilities, has evolved to become a must-attended platform for international sourcing experts looking for ceramic products - especially ceramic tiles - from China.

2008 Ergonomics Society Annual Conference

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England United Kingdom

The Ergonomics Society Annual Conference covers all areas of ergonomics human factors and usability. It will be a key event for anyone working in these areas, and those with related interests. The proceedings of the conference will be published in book form by Taylor & Francis as “Contemporary Ergonomics 2008”.

The conference is an excellent forum for the sharing of ideas, experiences and the issues involved in the application of new ergonomics techniques. The conference also has a strong social element, providing some unique opportunities for networking within the profession.

Expo Build China 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Shanghai New International Expo Center Shanghai, Shanghai (munic.) China 200031

Expo Build China 2008, the premier exhibition in China for building materials will be held, together with Ceramics, Tile & Sanitary Ware China, in Shanghai New Int’l Expo Centre on April 1-4 2008. Visitors are offered a whole overview of building material and products for construction and decoration, such as doors and windows, wall coverings, wooden, stone & ceramic floor covering, ceiling systems, heating & ventilations, sunshades, as well as ceramic & stone tiles.

The 8th China Clean Expo 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Shanghai New International Expo Center 10/F, XianDai Mansion, 218 Xiang Yang Road(S) Shanghai, Shanghai China 200031

China's cleaning industry is growing with great potential and demand. There is a huge gap between local and international standards in the cleaning equipment and service industry. It is estimated that among 8,000 suppliers of cleaning products worldwide, only 5% have stepped into China's market - currently estimated at a total volume of 300 billion RMB.
China Clean Expo offers a unique opportunity to explore this promising market: at he largest show of its kind in Asia you will meet, importers, distributors and retailers as well as commercial end-users from manufacturing, hospitality and administration.

Based in Shanghai and located in one of Asia's best exhibition centers SNIEC, CCE has all it needs to provide you with an excellent business environment.

The 17th Shanghai International Hospitality Equipment and Supply Expo (Hotelex Shanghai 2008)

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Shanghai New International Expo Center 10/F, XianDai Mansion, 218 Xiang Yang Road(S) Shanghai, Shanghai China 200031

Step into Asia's red hot market for the hospitality industry, the region's leading trade event,Hotelex Shanghai connects youo to 30,000 decision makers from the trade, hotels ,f&b and entertainment.
With visitors coming not only for China but also from Southeast Asia, Russia, Middle East and India , Hotelex opens the door to a whole new world of opportunities. The region's growth for the hospitality industry is estimated at 20-30% annually-secure your share.
There is no sign of slowdown for the hospitality in China: according to statistics, in 2006, China's tourism saw a conbined volumn of 1.55 billion travelers with a turnover of 89.355 billion Euro, an increase over the previous years by 13.9% abd 16.3 respectively. China has international project with 171,000 romes in the Pipeline. That represents over 60% of all guestroom in the Asian pipeline. And that does not include China's domestic economy chain hotel developments with future hundreds of openings scheduled until 2008.

2008 NACCRRA Annual Policy Symposium

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 5, 2008,
Hyatt Regency Washington Hotel, Washington, Distr. Columbia United States

Gartner Business Intelligence Summit 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Hyatt Regency, Chicago, Illinois United States

This industry-defining event is loaded with new research and practical insight on such critical topics as: business driven plans and programs, performance management frameworks and metrics, developing organizational competencies, emerging analytic applications, expanding BI platform capabilities, new approaches to enterprise information management, technology trends and developments as well as the significant changes in the vendor landscape. And it is packed from start-to-finish with insightful keynoters, - end user case studies from peers, and ample access to Gartner analysts dedicated to Business Intelligence and Performance Management. So you get solutions you can use right away.

This summit is a valuable investment for companies just starting to define their BI strategies as well as those looking expand existing programs to maximize business value and adoption across a broader spectrum of users. It's a "must attend" event for improving the value of all your BI initiatives.

3rd International Conference on Open Repositories (OR2008)

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
University of Southampton, Southampton, England United Kingdom

Repositories play a pivotal role in the evolving scholarly information environment of open access research outputs and scholarly collections. Open Repositories 2008 will create an opportunity for practitioners and researchers to share experiences and to explore the challenges of the new scholarly communication.

During the four-day conference, Open Repositories 2008 will provide focused workshops and tutorials, followed by general conference sessions that cover cross-cutting and overarching issues.

9th International Naval Engineering Conference and Exhibition (INEC 2008)

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Congress Center, Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

INEC 2008 will embrace the operation, future design, integration and support of vessels in the naval environment. It will explore the balance between evolving current practice, revolutionary or novel alternatives and practical experience. In particular, INEC 2008 is looking to capitalise on the benefits from commercial experience.

The 5th Asiawater Conference

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Held concurrently with Asiawater 2008 Expo is the Asiawater 2008 Conference co-organised by the Malaysian Water Association. No where else will you see a bigger gathering of the who's who of the water and wastewater industry in Asia than the Asiawater 2008 Conference. Previous speakers include YM Raja Dato' Zaharaton bte Raja Zainal Abidin, Director General of Economic Planning Unit, Mr. Michael Rouse, President, International Water Association, Prof. Mitsu Okada, International Corporation on Environment, Japan, Mr. Chan Yoon Kum, Director Water Department, PUB, Singapore, Ir. Kumala Siregar, President, SEAWUN, Mr. Lim Chiow Giap, Director, Water Reclamation Department, PUB, Singapore, K. Kawakita, Director of Water Supply, Ministry of Health & Welfare, Japan, Ir. Ridhuan Ismail, Deputy Director General, Sewerage Services Department and Ir Low Chee Par, Director of Water Supply Branch.

Over 300 delegates representing regulators, consultants, operators, manufacturers, developers and NGOs are expected to gather at Asiawater 2008 Conference to address current issues in sustainable water supply for domestic and industrial needs.

Home Fashion & Design Shanghai 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Shanghai New International Expo Center Shanghai, Shanghai China

Home Fashion & Design Shanghai is a lifestyle event featuring high-end product used in home deco, such like furniture, furnishing, lighting etc.

The key concept behind Home Fashion & Design Shanghai is the core ideal that the organizers hold the exhibition to the highest standard, by hand-choosing the brands, designers and products that will be featured. Quality and freshness of design are the key points, emphasized through a meticulous process of approval. Unique designs that showcase this year’s trends and fashions take the forefront, as all of the featured brands have a true focus on design and personality. With increasing attention paid to home spaces and living in the last few years, the show creates a total fashion and design experience for the visitors.

3rd UAE eGovernment Projects and eServices Summit

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Kempinski Hotel Ajman, Ajman City, Ajman Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Standing at the cross-roads of the economic development, it becomes essential for the Government Organizations to cross examine their development programs and keep on introducing the most modern means of public services. The Conference on UAE e-Government Projects and e-Services Summit is being launched keeping in mind the announcement of the UAE 2015 Government strategy and its implementation. These Summit year after year are strategically designed to provide an opportunity for ministries; departments and agencies to improve eService delivery by better coordination, collaboration and planning.

CleanExpo St.Petersburg

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Exhibition Centre, Lenexpo, St. Petersburg, Northwestern Federal District Russia

The international exhibition CLEANEXPO St.Petersburg is a unique project for Russia. Leading world manufacturers of cleaning equipment and chemicals will be represented here, alongside with professional cleaning equipment and detergents, industrial cleaning equipment, lavatory equipment and disposables, sanitary and hygienic products, equipment, chemicals and technologies for dry cleaners and laundry facilities.

Stoc Expo2008 - Europe (Storage Terminal Operators Conference)

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
The Ahoy, Rotterdam, Zuid Holland Netherlands

StocExpo (Storage Terminal Operators Conference and Exhibition) is the leading international exhibition and conference for companies that are associated with the oil, chemical and gas tank storage terminal industries. Now in its fourth year StocExpo has a proven track record of successfully bringing together terminal owners and operators from major oil and chemical companies as well as the independent sector.

With a high profile conference covering a diverse range of critical issues facing terminal operators, the programme is rigorously vetted by industry leaders to ensure it remains topical and informative

2nd Annual Queensland Infrastructure Summit

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Rydges Southbank Brisbane, Cnr of Grey and Glenelg Streets, Brisbane, Queensland Australia

Our Annual Queensland Infrastructure Summit , taking place in Brisbane on 1-3 April 2008, will bring together senior practitioners from the private and public sectors who are responsible for solving the major challenges the State is facing in meeting its current and future infrastructure development needs. We will examine the key issues of using PPP's and other forms of new infrastructure delivery and procurement methods to meet Queensland's burgeoning need for developments, plus we will be reviewing the latest innovations in and approaches to solving the State's water, energy, transport and social infrastructure needs, both within the south eastern region and northern economic triangle.

Multicore Expo

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Santa Clara Convention Center 5001 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, California United States 95054

The leading-edge technology conference and exhibition dedicated to resolving multicore implementation challenges.

FESPA Digital Printing Europe 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Geneva Palexpo, Geneva, Switzerland

Fespa Digital 2008 will be a celebration of dynamic digital innovation and evolution in digital wide format printing. From sign and graphics through to ceramics, textiles and metal and wood, the applications are virtually endless and image makers are constantly pushing the boundaries of conceptual digital print to inspire customers. Digital is now firmly established as a leading printing process and FESPA Digital 2008 is the place to come to get new ideas, processes, machines, consumables, inks and meet the worlds leading brands in one place, at one time.

A visit to FESPA Digital will provide inspiration, information and innovation to enhance your digital performance and increase your profit.

Ruby Fools Copenhagen Conference 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
IT-Universitetet i København Copenhagen, Denmark

RubyFools Copenhagen will feature 1 tutorial days, March 31, followed by two full conference days, April 1-2, with multiple tracks and talks from over 20 industry experts and thought leaders in the Ruby community.

Carbon Trade China 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Marriott Hotel Hongqiao, Shanghai, Shanghai (munic.) China

arbon Trade China 2008 will attract expectedly 300 senior executives from various market players such as governmental officials, CDM project owners and developers, international CDM buyers and intermediary companies and others, offering an excellent knowledge sharing and corporate networking platform for all participants.

Besides the 2-day insightful conference, the event will also highlight new CDM project introduction as well as pre-arranged seller-meet-buyer deal making sessions. Concurrently, there will be a CDM exhibition showcasing potential CDM projects from Chinese provincial CDM service centre, latest energy-efficient technologies and innovation, products and services from major carbon investment banks, carbon companies, relevant government agencies and others.
On the 3rd day of the event, a site visit to a prominent CDM project near Shanghai will be arranged as well.

GeneSys 3 User Course in Hong Kong

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region, China

The three-day GeneSys3™ user course has been developed as an intermediate-level certification for the use of our aptitude and personality tests and psychometric assessment software. This course falls between our more basic-level one-day Test Administration Course and our advanced, 6-day Psychometric Assessment at Work course. The course fills a niche by providing quality training that will enable clients who cannot or do not wish to commit to 6 days of training to use our world-class products responsibly.

Chronic Disease Management Australia 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Amora Jamison, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Chronic Disease Management Australia 2008 is an executive level commercial conference focusing on the business of chronic disease management in Australia.

International and local disease and health management stakeholders and experts will come together to share knowledge and build a collective experience on how to enhance the future management of chronic disease.

The Metros

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 1, 2008,
Marriott Hotel, Copenhagen, Copenhagen Capital Region, Denmark

MetroRail 2008 - the conference

Attracting over 300 delegates, from across the globe, Metrorail is firmly established as the annual meeting place of the urban rail industry, making it the perfect time and place to celebrate the industry’s leading lights.

2nd Annual Defense Maintenance and Repair

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Four Points by Sheraton, Washington, Distr. Columbia United States

Maintenance, repair and RESET of DoD equipment and inventory assets will continue to be a feature of military operations at home and in-theater. US military operations extend beyond CONUS, taking on a global dimension. Often, such operations are conducted in harsh, hostile conditions. This results in the need for a level of situational awareness in the area of maintenance and repair, in order to sustain the fast pace of combat and the rapid turn-round times at depot level. The rising cost of fuel and raw materials, as well as the increasing logistical problems encountered in sourcing spare parts are amongst the greatest challenges faced by military planners in preparing and sustaining the war effort in order to accomplish mission execution. There is a constant need for conditioning of equipment, both on the battlefield and at the depot in order to determine the readiness state of such items.

7th Annual Lean, Six Sigma and Process Improvement in Healthcare Summit

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Las Vegas, Nevada United States

WCBF’s 7th Annual Six Sigma & Process Improvement Summit in Las Vegas on 1-4 April 2008 is the unique opportunity to benchmark and learn from practical, project case studies wherever you are on your process improvement journey and network with other like-minded senior executives from across the Healthcare supply chain.

What’s different to the previous WCBF Lean Six Sigma in Healthcare events?
• It’s much bigger. There are 9 pre-summit workshops and 4 post-summit workshops. The agenda is split into 3 parallel tracks covering different themes catering for the specific needs of beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners.
• It’s broader. The agenda will not just cover Six Sigma, but will also focus on Lean and other process improvement methodologies. Organizations presenting are from across the healthcare supply chain including hospitals, healthcare systems and payers
• There are new features and more opportunities for interaction with people at all senior levels. There will be a big name keynote (to be announced); storyboard presentations; a VP of Six Sigma Forum, Master Black Belt and a Six Sigma CEO Benchmarking Forum.

Electronic Health Record and Data Management

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Bayview Boulevard Sydney, New South Wales Australia

IQPC is proud the present the Electronic Health Record and Data Management Conference. This event brings together key health care information professionals and thought leaders who will show you how to overcome these problems as well as:

* Improve your work processes for more accurate and efficient data capture
* Evaluate and implement the best, cost effective technology solutions
* Improve the accuracy of your data and facilitate decision making
* Address data storage, access, security and privacy issues
* Achieve greater communication and facilitate health data transfer and remote access
* Benefit from the latest digital imaging, network and other emerging technologies
* Develop a business case for your health records and information project
* Develop change management strategies to facilitate a new record system in your organisation
* Better utilise your existing information systems

The 3rd Shandong Internationaql Equipment Manufacting Industry Exhibition

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Jinan International Convention ＆Exibition Center, Jinan, Shandong China

This exhibition is the biggest in scale and the most actual effect of Equipment Manufacting Industry exhibition in Shandong. It is generally predicted that this fair will be laid out as 2000 international standard exhibition stands, covering an area of 45000 square meters. The manufacturing industry fair of this year will insist on the philosophy of “ceaseless innovation, focusing on effectiveness, improving quality, brand creation”, and actively explore a new mode of one station purchase, targeted buyer invest as well as reinforcing government assistance, focusing on the exhibition of provincial equipment manufacturing achievements , promoting communication and cooperation both at home and abroad, improving the capability of business independent innovation, developing industry groups forcefully, and creating more equipment manufacturing brands.
On the basis of the last two session of experience, the manufacturing industry fair of 2008 will lay emphasis on such aspects as internationalization, professional audience organization, stand quality, fair scale, brand propaganda, and service etc. The organization committee will try their best to dedicate more energy and fund, so as to create a regional equipment manufacturing industry fair at the provincial level featuring high-level internationalization, strong influence, and outstanding effectiveness along the east coast. We intend to build a communication bridge, promote cooperation and mutual benefit, and speed up the construction of a strong province as well as a innovation province with our equipment manufacturing industry.

4th Annual CEE Credit Risk Management

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Prague, Czech Republic

Effective credit risk management attracts today more attention in banks than ever before. The alternative instruments such as securitisation has transferred credit risk from bank’s balance sheets to market, however part of it flowed back to same banks, though not on to their books. Since banks have been quite long engaged in this “originate and distribute” business model, in the US market it has already led the bank sector to the subprime crisis. Today the list of priorities of credit risk departments has enlarged in several scopes, because also the European market is to the some extent influenced by the US situation. Practical issues such as limit systems, stress testing, or behavior scoring became as important as successful implementation of Basel II, credit portfolio management and development of internal credit rating and credit scoring systems.

This exclusive event provides you with unique opportunity to discuss innovations in credit portfolio management, strategies in Basel II implementation, credit risk management and credit risk measurement in the light of subprime crisis.

Introduction to Mentoring

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 1, 2008,
Cardiff University Cardiff United Kingdom

Isabel Brown will introduce mentoring generally and the IET’s Mentoring Service in particular. This will be an excellent opportunity to explore the enormous power and considerable benefits of mentoring. The event will provide an excellent opportunity to learn something of the theory and, more importantly, something of the practice of Mentoring.

It is aimed at both potential and experienced mentors and mentees. A short video will demonstrate the many interpersonal skills required for mentoring which can also be applied in many other situations.

Professional Registration Clinic

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 1, 2008,
Sir James Matthews Building,Southampton Solent University Southhampton, United Kingdom

Professional registration demonstrates your commitment to professionalism and recognises your skills and experience. There are three types of registration: Chartered Engineer (CEng), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) and Engineering Technician (EngTech). This clinic will give members the opportunity to have an individual appointment with an adviser to discuss professional registration.

3rd Annual Australian Self Insurance Summit 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre Sydney, New South Wales Australia

This two-day summit will focus on the key issues impacting the evolving self-insurance landscape in Australia. Find out the latest developments in the quest for a national framework for self-insurance and the implications of exiting state schemes. The Summit will feature key updates from different schemes in relation to legislative changes and developments impacting self-insurance together with case studies from across industry highlighting practical and innovative approaches in relation to applying for a license, re-evaluating claims management practices and implementing injury management programs. Whether your organization is looking to self-insure or looking for more cost effective approaches to managing workers compensation this is a must attend event for 2008.

Nuclear Ventilation

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
St Helens.The Thistle Hotel Merseyside United Kingdom

The seminar will focus on the ventilation aspects of decommissioning, the provision of temporary installations,waste storage facilities and the associated regulatory issues. Recent experience of decommissioning projects will be used to promote discussion and novel solutions to the challenges faced.
In addition, the seminar will discuss other relevant topics for operational facilities, including lessons learnt from the past 60 years, glove box ventilation, filters and filter life.
The format of the seminar differs from previous events, as it will include open discussion sessions to address the real issues of the delegates.

Arctic Palaeoclimate and its Extremes (APEX) Second International Conference

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Durham, England, United Kingdom

The Arctic Palaeoclimate and its Extremes (APEX) Second International Conference will be held on 1-4 April 2008, in Durham, UK. The conference will comprise two and a half days of presentations and discussions on current arctic research, including those related to the International Polar Year 2007-2008.

APEX is a network research program aiming to understand arctic climatic changes beyond instrumental records and which builds on the work of PONAM and QUEEN. The particular emphasis is on the magnitude/frequency of climate variability and, in particular, the "extremes" versus "normal" conditions of the climate system. It is an interdisciplinary program that integrates marine and terrestrial science and utilizes modeling and field observations. APEX involves scientists from fifteen European countries, Canada, and USA, and is one of the coordinating programs for palaeoclimate research during 2007-2008.

16th UKPHA Annual Public Health Forum

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Arena & Convention Centre, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

The Annual Public Health Forum is the largest multi-disciplinary public health conference in the UK, attracting up to 1,000 delegates from all parts of the UK, the Republic of Ireland and overseas.

The Forum offers a unique opportunity to learn from leading edge innovations in all partsof the UK, the Republic of Ireland and abroad, as well as showcase initiatives from Liverpool.

Anti-Counterfeiting & Supply Chain Security Summit 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 2, 2008,
Shanghai China

The growing problem of counterfeiting threatens businesses in nearly every industry and every region of the world. The damage affects both the brand and subcontractors that supply materials, spare parts and finished products. Consumers are also affected because they are deceived into buying fake products that don't meet the brand owner's standards and can pose health and safety hazards.

Businesses must do their job to prevent the production and distribution of counterfeit products. Many aspects of the counterfeiting problem are beyond the control of businesses. But one important area over which businesses can exert a large measure of control is the security of supply chain. Lax security creates opportunities for counterfeit and stolen goods to make their way into legitimate production, wholesale, and retail channels. Globalization, the Internet, and advanced technology have made it easier for counterfeiters to put fake products into the supply chain and then into markets around the world.

But also we recognize it clearly that supply chain requirements vary from industry to industry. There is not one set of best practices effective for all businesses. However, there are lessons that can be learned from businesses that take the security of their supply chains seriously.

AVAIL developed this summit that includes government officials and companies from a variety of industry sectors to share their experiences in protecting your businesses, consumers and brand and Fighting against Counterfeiters. The 2 tailor-made workshops in the Second Day led by TUV and PINKERTON have been specially chosen to give detailed insights on dealing with Supply Chain Security as well as Counterfeiters investigations.

Interfood - St. Petersburg: 12th International Exhibition for Foods, Drinks and Ingredients

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Lenexpo Exhibition Centre, St. Petersburg, Northwestern Federal District Russia

Bring a new flavour to the Russian food market!

The food industry is currently one of the fastest growing sectors of the Russian economy. InterFood provides an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the best developments from leading Russian and international food producers and demonstrate your new products to a large number of businessmen and wholesale buyers.

The Interfood exhibition has many new additions to its exhibitor list for 2008. Once again, the exhibition will confirm its high international status - attracting exhibitors from Russia, Belarus, Italy, Greece, Bulgaria, Belgium, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Korea and Great Britain amongst others.

3 days of the exhibition, and delicious new food products and drinks will appear on the counters of St. Petersburg supermarkets alongside a range of products from all over the world: mineral water from the Czech Republic; confectionery, juices, sauces and tinned food from Bulgaria; meat from Belgium; fruit drinks and coconut milk from Malaysia; seafood from Korea; wine, cheese and sausages from Italy; delicacies from Greece and traditional products from the Red Sea Coast and Persian gulf. Only premium quality products will be at the show.

Prodtech St Petersburg

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
Lenexpo Exhibition Centre, St. Petersburg, Northwestern Federal District Russia

Prodtech St.Petersburg 2008 - is the only show in the North West of Russia to cover all aspects of processing, packaging, hygiene, storage and distribution in the food industry. Prodtech is well known and well respected among industry professionals. The event provides an excellent opportunity for exhibitors to demonstrate up-to-date technologies and promote modern competitive equipment to the Russian and international markets.

Companies from Russia, Italy, Germany, Ukraine, Switzerland, Belgium and Bulgaria are among the exhibitors at the forthcoming Prodtech exhibition. The following items will be on display at the exhibition: equipment for manufacturing canned foods, snacks, aseptic equipment, installations for disinfection and sterilisation, equipment for trading, marking and labelling, quality control, manufacturing automation, storage and transportation of food and drink, production line and packaging equipment, packaging materials and reusable packaging. As with every year, equipment for the meat, fish, confectionery and baking industries will also feature in the exhibition.

The 8th International Exhibition "Garden Russia"

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 4, 2008,
Crocus Expo International Exhibition Centre, Pavillion 2, Hall 6, Moscow, Central Federal District Russia

Demand continues to grow for more stylish and better kept gardens and Muscovites especially are keen to invest in their country retreats (Dacha's). The Garden Russia exhibition features a wide range of products and services to shape and grow Russia's gardens & play areas as well as urban and commercial spaces.

Profile
# Swimming pools and hot tubs
# Garden Tools
# Light Garden Machinery
# Drainage and Irrigation Equipment
# Playground Equipment
# Sports Field Equipment
# Garden Furniture
# Terraces, Patio and Balcony Furniture
# Awnings and Covers
# Sheds and Storage
# Landscape Design
# Greenhouses, Hothouses
# Garden Building Materials
# Ponds and Pond Plants
# Pergolas, Archways, Sculptures and Other Garden Features
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IFLA International Newspaper Conference 2008

Apr 1, 2008 - Apr 3, 2008,
National Library Singapore Singapore

Libraries the world over are facing the dual challenges of preserving the printed newspapers as part of the culture of countries, and responding to the changes that new technologies bring on to managing both printed and online (born digital) newspapers. Rapid advancements of digital technologies affect the various aspects relating to newspapers in libraries and archives such as acquisition, collection development, access, storage, preservation of newspapers and their contents, and interlibrary lending.

The purpose of this conference aims not only at the sharing of collective knowledge about how libraries can tackle these challenges but also to open up opportunities for libraries, librarians and associated industry players to interact with one another and work out suitable partnerships that will help to improve the provision of newspaper services at libraries.

At this dedicated arena for professionals in the industry, delegates will gain valuable insights, exchange ideas, explore opportunities and build new networks and strategic alliances.