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Conventions: Nov 17, 2008

Game-On 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Polytechnic University of Valencia Valencia, Valencia Spain

The aim of the 9th annual European GAMEON® Conference (GAMEON® '2008) on Simulation and AI in Computer Games, is to bring together researchers and games people in order to exchange ideas on programming and programming techniques, which will be beneficial to the gaming industry and academia. Secondly it aims to steer young people into this industry by providing how-to tutorials and giving them the opportunity to show their ideas and demos to the gaming industry. The conference will concentrate mostly on the programming of games, with special emphasis on simulation, AI and fuzzy sets, and physics related computer graphics. Next to that, all of this will be fused in the topic of computer game design in stand-alone and networked games. Software providers will be able to show their latest packages and give hand-on tutorials for the participants.

Companies will also have the opportunity to seek new talent at this unique event.

Massachusetts AHPERD State Convention

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Maria Melchionda, Worcester, Massachusetts United States

Two day convention for all allied professionals.

Global Ministerial Forum on Research for Health

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Barmako Mali

The 2008 Global Ministerial Forum on Research for Health aims to bring together around 1000 stakeholders including Ministers of health, science & technology, and social development; researchers; civil society organizations; national research funding councils; donor agencies; philanthropic foundations; and representatives of the private sector. The numbers are limited for logistical reasons and the Bamako 2008 Programme Committee is responsible for issuing the invitations.

SECUREX 2008 - The 2nd Libyan Annual Safety & Security Exhibition and Conference

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Tripoli International Fair Ground Omar Almokhtar Tripoli, Trablus Libya 91320

SECUREX 2008 is the main Libyan safety and security exhibition, organized from a particular request made by Libyan civil security authorities who have been impressed by the occasion given to them by the first edition of SECUREX, to discuss with important distributors and experts in the field of safety and security. As the first edition has been an unravel opportunity for direct contracts and selling negotiation,

SECUREX 2008 is designed to provide an important occasion gathering together the world’s leading specialists in the field of safety and security, including manufacturers, sellers, distributors, experts and important end-users.

SECUREX 2008 is designed:

-To promote market for all companies manufacturing or distributing safety, security, fire and disaster management products.
-To promote national and international trade, new investments, technology transfers and joint ventures.
-To create awareness of the emerging security, fire and safety needs.
-To educate Security Professionals and end-users on the latest developments and trends, including state-of-the-art and day-to-day applications in security, surveillance, safety, prevention and protection-related products, systems, devices, weapons, technology and services.
-To evaluate and cater to the emerging needs of Indian industries in the backdrop of the ongoing modernization and globalization of the Libyan economy.
-To promote Libyan Security agencies, both Govt. and private and as also possible foreign agencies especially from neighboring countries.

VENICE 2008 - Second International Symposium on Energy from Biomass and Waste

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
CINI Foundation Venice, Veneto, Italy

The aim of the Venice 2008 Symposium is to focus on the advances made in the application of technologies for energy recovery from biomass and waste and to encourage discussion on relevant aspects such as:

* reliability of processes and technologies,
* full scale applicability of new processes,
* technical and economical optimization,
* improvement of energy balance,
* environmental impact and potential health effects,
* information and education,
* selection of the appropriate process for the specific situation,
* adaptation of technologies to different geographical and cultural situations.

2nd CFO Strategies Middle East 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Meet 100 Top CFOs from the leading companies in Middle East in an exclusive executive summit comprising of educational workshops, prescheduled one to one meetings, interactive panel discussions and keynote presentations focusing on the latest trends and challenges facing the ever demanding role of the CFOs in the booming Middle East region

Investing in Infrastructure Assets Europe 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Russell Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom

The first generation of European infrastructure funds has been invested and the market is a frenzy of interest as institutional investors seek to discover how they too can benefit. Where is this market headed? Find out at the third annual Investing in Infrastructure Assets Europe.

For delegates

Over 300 participants gathered in London at the 2nd Investing in Infrastructure Assets Europe event, 50% of which were actual end investors and many have said they'll be returning in 2008.

This is THE event institutional investors attend as it is devised with the investor in mind. With sessions designed to incite debate among the market’s leading players, you get a candid look at the very heart of this market.

Skill Pool and Capability Development for Oil and Gas 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Skill Pool and Capability Development for Oil and Gas in November 2008 has been engineered to again focus on the oil and gas industry and provide a one stop shop of HR Professionals in oil and gas to hear the latest industry specific developments.

We will be working with the industry to ensure that next years event will build on the solid foundation of what was learnt at the 2007 event and offer new solutions to existing skill shortage problems to help you:

* Eliminate skill gaps
* Retain your valuable intellectual and human capital
* Integrate and evolve your training and development programs
* Develop competencies and promote women in the work place.
* Ultimately, ensure the longevity of your organization for the future

Coastal Cities Summit 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
TradeWinds Island Grande 5600 Gulf Blvd. St. Pete Beach, Florida United States 33706

The International Ocean Institute - USA is pleased to announce there upcoming conference, the Coastal Cities Summit 2008, Values and Vulnerabilities, to take place in St. Petersburg, FL, USA on November 17-20, 2008. The Call for Papers may also be downloaded from the website: http://www.coastalcities.org/. Registration and abstract submission are open at the above website.

“The IOI Coastal Cities Summit aims to bring together coastal city leaders, managers, and academics to discuss environmental, social, economic, and public policy challenges and viable solutions."

SAOGE 2008. Saudi Arabia International Oil & Gas Conference & Exhibition

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Dhahran International Exhibition Center, Dharan, Ash Sharqiyah, Saudi Arabia

SAOGE 2008 Conference will be the best opportunity to reach a high targeted audience to present the latest discoveries and up-to-date technologies. It will cover the fields of Exploration & Production, NGL and LNG processes, Environmental Aspects, Oil & Gas Economics, Management and Marketing of Offshore Hydrocarbons including their supportive services.

Gartner Master Data Management Summit 2008 - IL

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Tower, Chicago, Illinois United States

Master Data Management is bigger than any single application domain. Bigger than every SOA, ERP, SCM, PLM, CRM, compliance and integration project put together. Why? Because MDM is a new data discipline that delivers a single view of the truth - your company's set of "master" data that serves as a foundation for operational excellence, cost reduction, innovation and growth.

At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll get up to speed on the principles, processes and practices of MDM fast. We'll explore MDM from an IT point of view, as well as look at it from the business perspective. And show decision-makers from both sides of the equation how to make it all work together. At Gartner Master Data Management Summit, you'll have a new understanding of what it takes to standardize, synchronize and maintain your enterprise data - and take your place among today's proactive MDM practitioners.

Rod and Bar Rolling – Fulfilling Customer Needs

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

The market sectors served by the Bar and Rod Mills are demanding ever tighter control over steel quality, mechanical properties and delivery on time. Such intense scrutiny is driving Equipment suppliers, Mill Operators and End Users to explore how, collectively, the industry can meet such ambitious aspirations for the next decade.

2008 Fundamentals of Clinical Outsourcing- West Coast

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Omni San Francisco San Francisco, California United States

With the volume of outsourced work continuing to increase, a firm grounding on the basics is essential. Whether you are new to the area of outsourcing, need a refresher course, or would just like to increase your knowledge, the Fundamentals of Clinical Outsourcing conference is your answer. The organizers of the annual Partnerships with CROs & Other Outsourcing Providers event present a program focused on the fundamentals of clinical development outsourcing. Our expert speakers to demonstrate the roles involved in the clinical outsourcing process, and a clear view on how to effectively manage both the tactical and strategic elements.

BIO-Europe 2008: 14th International Partnering Conference

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Mannheim/Heidelberg,, Baden Wurttemberg Germany

BIO-Europe brings together international decision-makers from the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and financial sectors, offering networking opportunities, workshop participation, and private, pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings. Investment and collaboration opportunities developed in prior BIO- Europe conferences have produced many highly successful business partnerships.

Delegates from all parts of the biotechnology value-chain come to BIO-Europe to quickly identify, engage and enter into strategic relationships that drive their businesses successfully forward. Investment and collaboration opportunities developed in prior BIO-Europe conferences have produced many highly successful business partnerships. This year´s BIO-Europe partnering event will draw around 2,500 industry attendees from over 40 countries for three days of high-level networking.

6th Annual Supply Chain & Logistics Summit North America

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village St. Augustine, Florida United States

Join us at the Supply Chain & Logistics Summit North America 2008, now in its 6th successful year, where leading Supply Chain experts from across industries come together to network, learn and conduct business. This event is an ideal platform for senior executives to analyze current industry trends and share business best practices

7th Annual National Oil Companies Worldwide: Strategy Briefing 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 17, 2008,
Le Meridien Piccadily London, England, United Kingdom

This unique 7th Annual National Oil Companies Worldwide: Strategy Briefing 2008 held on Monday 17th November 2008 provides an in-depth review of the status, strategies, and future directions in the global upstream oil and gas-LNG business of a wide range of key National Oil Companies and Government Entities shaping world hydrocarbons in Africa, Asia, Latin America, MidEast and Rest-of-World.

Transport Network Strategies

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 21, 2008,
Rey Juan Carlos Barcelona Spain

TNS is EMEA's premier event for operator transport networking professionals wishing to develop a realistic and comprehensive understanding of the transport technologies on offer and the network evolution strategies adopted by their competitors. The event has a community feel, with many delegates deciding to attend due to direct recommendations from colleagues.

TNS offers a unique environment in which to learn, benchmark your ideas and meet you peers. The mix of technical expertise at the highest level and pragmatic - get the job done - experiences and expertise, mean that the information you can access here will help you to address your immediate networking challenges and plan for the longer term evolution of your transport core, metro and access infrastructures.

Wicon - The 4th International Wireless Internet Conference

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Maui, Hawaii United States

Wireless Internet is quickly emerging as a reality, thanks to the fast evolution of many wireless access technologies. Convergence of heterogeneous wireless networks and the next generation Internet further brings wirelessInternet into a variety of application scenarios which provide mobile users with a wide range of highly demanding services, such as high speed data and real-time multimedia delivery. On the other hand, it is of critical importance to obtain a fundamental understanding of wireless Internet architectures and explore new services and solutions in order to achieve the ultimate goal of wireless Internet access anytime anywhere.

The Wireless Internet Conference (WICON) will continue to serve as a premier international forum to discuss novel research results related to the emerging Wireless Internet. WICON 2008 is soliciting both academic research and industry practice papers. Papers solicited in the WICON 2008 span a wide range of areas of interest including but not limited to:

1. Seamless Integration of Heterogeneous Networks

· Convergence and interworking of heterogeneous wireless networks
· Vertical handoff and seamless roaming
· Mobile P2P networking, systems, and applications
· Next generation Internet services and applications

2. Cross-layer Design and Optimization

· Clean-slate wireless Internet architecture
· Interaction among PHY/MAC, routing, and congestion control
· PHY-aware wireless scheduling
· QoS provisioning of Multimedia wireless networks

3.Wireless Access Technologies
· WLANs, WiMAX, satellite, 3G and Beyond
· QoS management and traffic modeling
· Algorithm design and performance analysis

4. Multi-hop Wireless Networks
· Wireless sensor networks
· Mobile ad hoc networks
· Wireless mesh networks

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in vivo Molecular Imaging

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Hyatt Regency La Jolla, San Diego, California United States

Since CHI's Inauguration of the "Imaging-Week" conference series started five years ago the field of “In Vivo Molecular Imaging”, has dramatically expanded and imaging has become a valuable and established tool in industry and the clinic. However, still there are many challenges and bottlenecks which need to be addressed in order to get the most out of this technology. A recent survey, conducted by CHI, revealed that there is dire need to address the challenges in probe development, analyzing image data, detection modalities, availability of good and evaluated markers, sensitivity and validation of methods, imaging modalities and finding new applications for using molecular imaging. Based on this survey, this conference will cover top pressing issues in in vivo molecular imaging and will provide plenty of opportunity to interact with your colleagues in discussion groups.

Mastering Process Chemistry

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Crowne Plaza Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States

The Fourth Annual Mastering Process Chemistry conference returns to Philadelphia in November, 2008. Through pharmaceutical industry case studies, roundtable discussions and panel sessions, this year’s program will feature new bio and organic catalysis, ways to incorporate and maintain chirality and better automation and high-throughput technologies for process optimization. The meeting will also feature continuous processing applications and PAT considerations for the scale-up synthesis of small molecule therapeutics.

A unifying theme will be the role of strategically planned chemistry from the outset. Route selection is becoming more critical so as to minimize environmentally and biologically harmful byproducts. In addition, the FDA is placing more emphasis on process development that ensures a ‘quality’ product. CHI’s two-day conference is geared to address many of the cutting-edge questions related to careful route selection such as:

* What is the FDA definition of a ‘quality’ product; what are some of their 'quality by design' elements?
* What are the best approaches to meet the FDA’s and EMEA’s expectations on the threshold of toxicological concerns for impurities introduced during process chemistry?
* How can such genotoxic impurities be detected and minimized?
* Where can biocatalysis best speed the development of drug candidates and decrease the cost of goods?
* Can crystallization be incorporated earlier in process development not only to remove impurities but also to find polymorphs with better drug-like properties?
* Back by popular demand, the conference will be preceded by an optional short-course on the morning of November 17, 2008 offered by Neal Anderson called "Demystifying Process Chemistry"

MICE Europe

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Monaco Monaco

By Invitation Only
To ensure the exclusivity of the event, the congress is strictly limited to the top 200 industry decision makers only. All are extensively pre-qualified to be VIP corporate buyers from leading European companies.

Proactive Business Meetings
One-to-one business meetings between VIP buyers and the world's most respected MICE solution providers.

Cutting-Edge Conference
Keynote Addresses and Case Studies by industry visionaries, disclosing their insights which deliver the right perspective to be one step ahead of the MICE Industry.

Unrivalled Networking Functions
Network in style with the utmost echelons of the industry through carefully orchestrated business and social gatherings in the most luxurious and spectacular locations in Monaco.

Strategic Resource Management

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States

Each year the Strategic Resource Management attracts over 100 participants who help lead their organization’s resource management strategy. Our 2008 meeting will build on last year's successful event with novel case studies and perspectives from thought leaders. Key issues to be addressed include:

*Aligning Portfolio & Productivity with Corporate Strategy to Drive Strategic Resource Allocation
*Designing Strategic Resource Management Systems Specifically for Pharma R&D
*Applying Weights to Quantitative and Qualitative Criteria for Improved Decision-Making
*Managing and Integrating Outsourced Resources into Planning and Execution
*Creating a Process to Successfully Transfer FTEs Among Projects
*Building Partnerships Between Project Management, Resource Management, Functional Management, and Finance

Regulatory Affairs: Part I: The IND Phase, Part II: The CTD/NDA Phase

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Sheraton Inner Harbor Hotel Baltimore, Maryland United States

This course combines the two three-day courses into one extended four-day offering. It describes the regulatory background of the IND and NDA and provides an overview of the requirements and recommendations for preparing and managing these applications.

Executing And Controlling Projects

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Hilton Inn at Penn Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States

This course is designed for individuals who want to learn more about the role of project managers and project leaders in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. During this 2-day program, participants will learn the elements of a project plan and how to use the plan to execute and control a project. Participants will also learn how to motivate team members to achieve the project goals.

A case study and interactive exercises using pharmaceutical/biotechnology examples will stimulate developing a more in-depth understanding of planning, executing and controlling of projects.

Workshop on Current Trends in Sheet Steel Specifications

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 17, 2008,
Fontainebleau Hotel Miami Beach, Florida United States

A Workshop on Current Trends in Sheet Steel Specifications, sponsored by ASTM Committee A01 on Steel, Stainless Steel and Related Alloys, will be held Monday, November 17, 2008 from 8:30am to 12:00 noon. The workshop will be held at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, in conjunction with the November 17-20, 2008 standards development meetings of Committee A01.

The objective of the workshop is to update participants' understanding of some current issues related to sheet steels. The workshop will cover considerations from quality systems, global specifications, and novel sheet steels. As the marketplace becomes increasingly global, this information will be valuable to understand how to take ASTM standards into that marketplace. Engineers and technical professionals who need to understand, or describe, sheet steel specifications and applications should find this workshop of benefit.

There are three areas of focus for the workshop:

1. Understanding and use of quality systems, which includes both understanding of data analysis and the quality systems that are in use;
2. How other specification bodies around the globe function, and the impact of many specification sources; and an
3. Overview of some novel steel types not currently considered in ASTM sheet specifications.

Business Forum 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Chicago Renaissance Hotel Chicago, Illinois United States

As the health industry evolves at an outstanding pace with technology and innovative plan designs leading the way, turn to AHIP’s Business Forum 2008, November 17-19 in Chicago, to help you and your company find tomorrow’s business solutions today.

From value-based benefit design and wellness to health IT, transparency, and a wealth of marketplace issues, Business Forum 2008 will address where we are, where we’re going, and the steps to get us there.

In addition to keynote sessions and concurrent and breakfast sessions presented by the industry’s leading companies, you’ll have plenty of time to network with colleagues and speakers from all areas of the health care marketplace—employers, health insurance plans, government, academia, and product vendors.

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7th Annual World Food Technology and Innovation Forum

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
World Trade Centre, Rotterdam, Zuid Holland Netherlands

Join us at the Food Innovation Forum– the premier meeting place for the world’s leaders of R&D, technology and NPD to debate, innovate and shape the future of the food industry.

Featuring a world-class programme with presentations and innovations from the leading, global consumer food groups. The programme has been expanded to three days to include an exclusive post conference tour to Nizo’s Research and Innovation centre. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to gain an exclusive insight into one of the most advanced, independent research companies in the world.

TelecomsWorld Middle East

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Bustan Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The MENA telecoms arena is changing at a dramatic rate; don’t get left behind!

As licenses are secured, infrastructure is extended, and the region develops into a genuine, global telecommunications hub, there is a wealth of opportunities available for those quick and knowledgeable enough to take them.

Telecoms World Middle East equips you with the knowledge and the contacts to make the most of your position in one of the world’s most exciting telecoms marketplaces.

Gartner Enterprise Networking & Communications Summit

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center Orlando, Florida United States

Enterprise communications continues to evolve at a rapid pace and remains a critical source of competitive differentiation - companies that communicate effectively are more successful. However these changes pose significant challenges as planners seek to optimize existing network and telecommunications investments, while also advancing capabilities in critical new areas. The Gartner Enterprise Networking & Communications Summit provides a perspective and vision for how the networks and communications will evolve, the best practices emerging from early adopters, and practical advice on defining an enterprise roadmap.

Communication topics to be covered include unified communications, VoIP, conferencing, presence, IM, video, mobility, messaging, collaboration and contact centers. Networking topics include WAN optimization, MPLS, application acceleration, cloud-based or on-demand solutions, and security. Sessions will also address organizational issues and enterprise planning road-maps.

An International Conference on Ubiquitous Learning

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
University of Illinois, Illini Center, Chicago, Illinois United States

The Ubiquitous Learning Conference investigates the uses of technologies in learning, including devices with sophisticated computing and networking capacities which are now pervasively part of our everyday lives—from laptops to mobile phones, games, digital music players, personal digital assistants and cameras. The Conference explores the possibilities of new forms of learning using these devices not only in the classroom, but in a wider range places and times than was conventionally the case for education. Ubiquitous Learning is made possible in part by the affordances of the new, digital media. What’s new about it? What’s not-so-new? What are the main challenges of access to these new learning opportunities? These are the key themes and concerns of the Conference.

Main speakers will include some of the world’s leading thinkers in the field of technology-in-learning and they will be complemented by numerous parallel paper, workshop and colloquium presentations by researchers and practitioners. Participants are invited to submit a presentation proposal either for a 30-minute paper, 60-minute workshop, or a jointly presented 90-minute colloquium session. Parallel sessions are loosely grouped into streams reflecting different perspectives or disciplines. Each stream also has its own talking circle, a forum for focused discussion of issues. For those unable to attend the Conference in person, virtual participation is also available.

Carbon Markets Africa

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Cape town, Western Cape, South Africa

The 2nd annual Carbon Markets Africa will once again to provide an excellent platform for business to learn about the latest developments for CDM in Africa.

Although lagging behind Asia and Latin America in terms of registered CDM projects, African nations are in a position to benefit from the rapid expansion of the global carbon markets and the increasing demand for CERs. The introduction of programmatic CDM should help to attract more investors to African countries as unilateral CDM projects decrease the potential investment risks.

7th Global Conference on Human Development

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 21, 2009,
HIDA Earth Wisdom Centre Takayama, Gifu Japan

The 7th Global Conference on Human Development: Unlocking the Potential to Create a New World Together aims to examine a central question confronting every person and institution engaged in international development: Why have efforts to address development challenges failed to broadly realize the changes we wish to see?

Highlights Include:

○ Participatory pre-conference process producing the focus
questions for conference working groups
○ Hands-on working groups investigating the underlying
problems blocking breakthrough in all major arenas of
human development
○ Featured speakers from civil society, government,
academia, and the private sector
○ Site visits exploring human development in Japan
○ Action agendas created at the conference implemented by
partner organizations and participants
○ Special pre-conference courses: Group Facilitation
Methods, Participatory Strategic Planning, Community
Development Intensive, and more!

International Symposium on Optomechatronic Technologies (ISOT 2008)

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina San Diego, California United States

The ISOT meeting is the world’s largest and most comprehensive technical symposium focused on Optomechatronics. Join researchers and engineers working in the field of Optomechatronics in San Diego.

The Symposium consists of five conferences:

* Optomechatronic Actuators and Manipulation IV
* Optomechatronic Sensors and Instrumentation IV
* Optomechatronic Micro/Nano Devices and Components IV
* Optomechatronic Computer-Vision Systems III
* Optomechatronic Systems Control IV

SPIE Asia-Pacific Remote Sensing

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 21, 2008,
Noumea, New Caledonia

Why is this meeting important?

* Unique biodiversity and reef ecosystems may be threatened by climate change and anthropogenic activity.

* Scientists and governments need better assessment and monitoring of marine, atmospheric, and global environments.

* Remote sensing is an essential technology for collecting data.

The symposium encompasses:

* Theoretical basis, technical approaches, and application methods of marine, land, and atmosphere remote sensing
* Active and passive technique technologies
* Coastal zone management applications
* Weather, air quality, and climate monitoring and prediction applications

5th European Space Weather Week

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 21, 2008,
Royal Library of Belgium Brussels, Belgium

This meeting is being jointly organised by the Royal Observatory of Belgium (ROB), ESA, the SWWT, the COST 724 and COST 296 communities. The local organisation is done by the SIDC of the ROB. This event will build on the advances made during previous European Space Weather Weeks and preceding ESA Space Weather Applications Workshops.

The ESWW will again adopt the central aim of bringing together diverse communities working on all elements of space weather with a strong focus on user involvement. This year’s meeting will discuss recent advances in both scientific and applications based domains and how these advances relate to user needs. It will also provide an opportunity to discuss the Space Weather community’s contribution to possible future ESA action in the area of Space Situational Awareness. New data, tools and techniques will also be discussed and demonstrated during the workshop with a view to aiding the transition between new scientific results and user-oriented space weather services.

This year’s event will include a space weather fair, where users and service providers will have the opportunity to interact in an informal working environment. The meeting will also include a number of hands-on splinter sessions and will explore community development through several dedicated business meetings.

AlgaeWorld

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Singapore

KEY ISSUES:
• Can algae be the feasible alternative source of biofuels? – Technoeconomic review: Production cost, life cycle analysis & impact of co-products
• From laboratory to commercialization – real case study
• Strain selection and improvement
• Evaluation of various production and propagation methodologies and harvesting technologies
• Latest R&D in cultivation, photosynthesis, extraction and lipid upgrading
• Market potential of algae-based products – jet fuel, Biodiesel, bioethanol, biogasoline, health supplements, etc
• Structuring your algae venture to obtain financing

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Power plants • Petrochemical producers • Fertilizer manufacturers
• Chemical plants • Cement companies • Distilleries • Steel producers
• Coal-to-liquid plants • Venture capitalists • Angel investors • Institutional investors
• Financial institutions • Transportation companies, Airlines
• Biofuel and Renewable Energy producers • Oil companies • Refineries
• Government departments and agencies • Universities and Research Institutions

We are currently finalizing the program details and will update this page shortly.
Do visit us again very soon. In the meantime, you can click on the ENQUIRY &
PRE REGISTRATION button (on the left) if you wish to:
[1] post any questions, comments or suggestions pertaining to the program
[2] pre-register or reserve your seat to attend this event

We also welcome your interest in participating as speaker and/or panelist for this event.

4th Annual Achieving Operational Excellence in Financial Services Forum

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Dubai United Arab Emirates 54772

The 4th Annual Achieving Operational Excellence Forum, houses senior executives with regional and international expertise, who will highlight the rigours and significance of keeping with the times, indicate the role of effective service quality, identify methods of not just keeping your head above the water, but your feet firmly on the ground with the rising competition in the sector. Other key areas would include detecting methods of enhancing productivity, managing the concept of perpetual change and the implications on operations, indicative technologies driving operational excellence and the ever pressing concern of customer retention and the attitudes towards customer service within the institution.

Fleming Gulf provides a unique opportunity to hear success stories, analyse case studies and discuss concerns with the industry leaders. The fourth instalment picks up where the third annual event left off, with the emphasis on business & service excellence and the outlook of the impending radical change that will engulf and change the way the Middle Easterners bank.

Retirement Income World Australia

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Intercontinental Hotel, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Capture AU$455 billion retirement income money in motion
Retirement Income World Australia is the first and only event in the region where global retirement income product engineers, superannuation funds, financial advisors, wealth management firms and insurance companies meet to capture, retain and grow Australia’s AU$455 billion retirement income sector.

For delegates
Retirement Income World Australia is the only event in the region that examines the creation of strategies, processes and products to serve the rapidly growing market of post-retirement investors.

Key areas for discussion include

• the changing retirement needs of baby boomers,
• strategies to address key retirement risk factors,
• new opportunities arising from changes in superannuation laws and
• innovations in retirement income product design and technology

The money in motion will be vast, and so will the rewards of capturing and retaining these assets

14th International Conference on Thin Films & Reactive Sputter Deposition 2008 (ICTF14)

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Het Pand,University of Ghent Ghent, East Flanders Belgium

The International Conference on Thin Films is by far the most complete event for bringing together the scientific and technological community active in the field of coatings and thin films.
It is one of the tri-annual conference series endorsed and co-organised by the Thin Film Division of the International Union for Vacuum Science, Technique and Applications “IUVSTA”. This union represent nearly 15000 physicists, chemists, material scientists, engineers and technologists from all over the world, all linked together through their common use of vacuum. The very origin of the IUVSTA goes back to 1958 in Namur, Belgium, and the 14th edition of the Thin Film Conference (ICTF14) brings IUVSTA back to Belgium in celebration of its 50th anniversary.

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Copthorne Tara Hotel, London, England, United Kingdom W8 5SR

Understand the lessons learned and consider the future roadmap.

- Learn how military commanders take full responsibility of UAV technology
- Identify the international structure for future UAV operations
- Examine the regulatory barriers and challenges
- Analyse the advantages of commercial UAVs
- Discuss the implications of total autonomy
- Understand the future roadmap for UAV applications

Piling and Foundations Forum 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
Dubai United Arab Emirates

With the Jacob Fleming’s Piling and Foundations Forum we are going to look at both local and international insight the latest trends in deep foundations with special focus on piling. Geotechnical interpretation of the soil mechanics and its impact of piles design will be clarified on practical cases studies. Further on we will develop on the numerical prediction of pile settlement, static load testing and lateral loading of piles.

AGU Chapman Conference on Physics of Wave-Mud Interaction

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Amelia Island, Florida United States

A strong relationship exists in shallow seas between water waves, currents, and bed sediment processes. Although the importance of this connection and its consequences for associated technological development have been recognized for a long time, the development of a systematic approach to wave propagation over shallow muddy seabeds is quite recent. Considerable progress in modeling wave-mud interaction has been achieved since the pioneering quantitative assessment of wave damping due to fluid mud by Gade (1958). However, significant gaps still remain in our understanding of the basic related processes. A scientific compilation and full assessment of these gaps is essential for scoping work required to close these gaps. The purpose of this conference is to review the state-of-the-art in the physics of wave-mud interaction and related fluid mud processes, with a goal to establish a new framework to investigate wave-mud interaction.

Optimising Fiscal Terms in Upstream Oil and Gas

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
The Café Royal London,, England, United Kingdom

* Mitigate financial and political risk by understanding how the current price environment is influencing governments decisions on economic agreements
* Achieve greater co-operation between IOC and host government by examining the most effective measures you can take to create a win-win situation
* Ensure your long-term fiscal stability by understanding current contractual models in unstable regions
* Secure profitability for the duration of your contracts by determining how you can best structure fiscal stabilisation

Advanced Contract Risk Management 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Marcliffe at Pitfodels Hotel Aberdeen, Scotland United Kingdom

Advanced Contract Risk Management 2008 is the only industry led debate that will evaluate latest case studies to help you ensure that your contracts reflect on the current commercial reality.

Broadband Wireless Access Zukunftsfähige Trends und Marktstrategien

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Maritim Hotel, Bonn, Nordrhein Westfalen Germany

4. Jahrestagung
Broadband Wireless Access
Zukunftsfähige Trends und Marktstrategien

Am 17. und 18. November 2008 treffen sich im Maritim Hotel Bonn bereits zum vierten Mal WiMAX und BWA Experten, um sich über neue Trends und Marktstrategien auszutauschen.

Highlights aus dem Programm

• Markttrends und -prognosen 2009
Marktchancen und -prognosen für Breitbandlösungen in Deutschland

• Öffentliche Förderung und Vergabe
Typische Fehler bei Förderanträgen und Vergabe vermeiden

• Beteiligungs- und Finanzierungsmodelle im Breitbandmarkt

• Aktuelle Planungen für die Vergabe weiterer Frequenzbänder in Deutschland
1800 MHz, 2 GHz, 2,6 GHz und 3,5 GHz-Bereich

• Erfolgreiche Businessmodelle im Breitbandmarkt

• Verfügbarkeit und Einsatz neuer Endgeräte für Breitbandige IP Anwendungen
ICT und interaktives IPTV

• Intermodale Dienste
Information für den motorisierten Individualverkehr, ÖPNV-Auskunft und Ticketing

International Golf Travel Market 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 20, 2008,
Marbella Conference and Exhibition Centre, Marbella,, Andalusia Spain

IGTM is a golf tourism event run by Reed Travel Exhibitions, it brings together golf tour operators, travel agents, and the meetings industry with leading hotels, resorts, golf courses and airlines. Together with IAGTO and the host destination we deliver a high quality 4 day business event run on a pre-scheduled appointment basis.

Join us this year in Andalucía where we expect to welcome over 400 exhibitors, 350 pre-qualified buyers as well as key media players

Acquiring Companies in Bankruptcy

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
The Algonquin Hotel, 59 West 44th Street, New York, New York United States

This conference will be focusing on the legal side of acquring companies in bankruptcy and will feature some the industry's best bankruptcy lawyers, case studies, and sophisticated topics.

Topic:

Acquiring standing and leverage through claims trading

• Standing and claims trading processing which enables you to get ahead
• Acquiring blocking or controlling positions with claims trading
• Prominent examples of claims trading in the takeover context
• Considering other issues in the claims trading context.

Careers Day 2008

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 17, 2008,
East Midlands Conference Centre Nottingham, England United Kingdom

Careers Day is for Geoscience undergraduates and postgraduates to find out about the latest career developments and opportunities.

The day will run from 10.00 – 15.00 followed by a beer reception, and will include presentations and an exhibition fair.

Maximising Sponsorship Returns, HK

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 18, 2008,
Regal Hotel, Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region, China 228230

Before you jump on the sponsorship bandwagon, consider the following challenges. There is no doubt that sponsorship can potentially yield high returns but each collaboration also carries with it potential risks. It is difficult to identify the type of events to sponsor and establish the right value fit between your organisation’s brand and events. Sponsorship brings with it intangible results such as brand exposure that is difficult to measure and quantify. In order to fully leverage on the value sponsorship brings to your business, it is crucial to be equipped with key learnings from companies that have successfully integrated sponsorship into their marketing mix.

Are you able to justify every single cent of your sponsorship dollars spent? How can you make full use of your marketing potential to generate maximum sponsorship returns? Do you know how to ensure exclusivity and prevent ambush marketing stunts in your sponsored events?

This 2-day conference on Maximising Sponsorship Returns packs a punch with leading case studies from industry bigwigs. Seize this rare chance to hear from the official sponsors of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games - adidas and Manulife. Find out how UBS, DHL, MasterCard, Anlene and Guinness leveraged on prestigious events to build strategic brand alliance with their stakeholders. Sponsorship is nothing without returns. Learn how companies like Sony and Emirates measured ROI generated from their sponsorship investments.

Supply Chain Optimisation

Nov 17, 2008 - Nov 19, 2008,
The Grace Hotel, Sydney, New South Wales Australia

Implementing supply chain standards and practices across the organisation, and achieving supply chain visibility and control is a continual challenge facing Supply Chain Managers and CFOs.

Attending the Supply Chain Optimisation conference, 17th – 19th November will assist you in ensuring your supply chain strategy is integrated with your organisation’s marketing, production, and financial strategies.

Hear leaders in Supply Chain Management and related strategies also address practical issues such as: Incorporating the supply chain into business continuity plans; Establishing a green supply chain; Recruiting supply chain talent and addressing the skills shortage; Successfully developing supply chain leaders; Measuring the success supply chain optimisation strategies; Discovering the pitfalls and key success factors of a Service Level Agreement negotiation; Eliminating waste and improving bottom line via lean six sigma.