Conventions: Jan 21, 2009
- 13th Annual Drug Delivery Partnerships
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 23, 2009,
Red Rock Resort Spa & Casino Las Vegas, Nevada United StatesFeatured Session: The Evolution of the Industry- Provoking Thought
In this provocative overview, our presenter traces the evolution of the drug delivery industry, examining the external influences that have been shaping and morphing companies and examines how the past is shaping the future of our industry.
Keynote Session: Advancing New Standards of Innovation
Acclaimed as being one of Apple's key pioneers of innovation leading to its global success, Guy Kawasaki is a favorite speaker among venture capitalists, technologists, and business strategists alike. Based on his top-selling book, Rules for Revolutionaries, Guy shares his experiences in innovation and entrepreneurship to advance new standards of innovation for your own organizations.
Innovation Guru Session: Fostering a Culture of Innovation in a Conservative Environment: Breaking Through the Glass Ceiling
By nature, the pharmaceutical industry is very structured. But in the drug delivery realm, where product differentiation and market success is often measured by innovation, it can be challenging to foster an environment of innovation that is not hindered by the threat of unwarranted risk and failure. This panel of innovation gurus discusses the balance of optimizing innovation while mitigating the inherent risks of running the business. We'll assess cross-industry best practices, and forecast the industry's path towards achieving more innovative, valuable medical solutions
Featured Session: 2008 : Industry Trends, Key Products to Watch, and a Stock Market Update
At this standing-room only presentation, David's annual Wall Street perspective provides an assessment of the current environment as well as an outlook for the remainder of this decade. Our analyst shares his thoughts and predictions for the future. - full details
- 7th Annual HR Directors Business Summit
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 22, 2009,
The ICC Birmingham,, England, United KingdomThe HR Directors Business Summit 2009 brings together the brightest and best HR talent from across Europe. Building on the amazing success of the 2008 event, which attracted over 500 HR Directors and over 100 exhibitors, this year’s conference and exhibition is set to become the must attend Human Resources event of 2009.
The summit showcases Europe’s leading HR experts debating the latest ideas, issues and innovations in HR at the 7th HR Directors annual conference. Learn from and benchmark with peers while sharing knowledge and exchanging experiences.
The event features world class speaker keynote addresses, presentations, case studies, seminars, workshops and interactive discussions. - full details
- Conference on the International Dimensions of Climate Policies
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 23, 2009,
University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland 3012The NCCR Climate invites scientists to the International Dimensions of Climate Policies conference that will take place on 21 – 23 January 2009 in Bern, Switzerland. Contributions from the following fields are welcome:
- Trade theoretical foundations of integrated assessment models
- Trade implications of promoting adaptation
- Effect of technological transfers and spillovers in the context of global climate policies
- International competitiveness in the presence of climate policies
The conference will cover a broad spectrum of climate economic research issues and foster cross-disciplinary links. Each topic includes a keynote plenary lecture and numerous parallel sessions. It is open to all interested researchers.
- Trade theoretical foundations of integrated assessment models
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- 2009 Florida Educational Technology Conference (FETC)
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 24, 2009,
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida United Statesone of the largest, most successful conferences in the United States devoted to educational technology. The conference program is designed so educators and administrators have an opportunity to learn how to integrate different technologies across the curriculum–from kindergarten to college–while being exposed to the latest hardware, software and successful strategies on student technology use. FETC is designed for teachers, principals and deans, district administrators, curriculum designers, media specialists, technology directors and various other educators
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- 2009 NASPA Mental Health Conference
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 24, 2009,
Boston Park Plaza Boston, Massachusetts United States - full details
- 2009 Alcohol Abuse Prevention Conference
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 24, 2009,
Boston Park Plaza Boston, Massachusetts United States - full details
- Pre-Filled Syringes
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 22, 2009,
Crowne Plaza St. James, London, England, United KingdomWith the market demand for prefilled syringes rising in recent years as they become the parenteral packaging and delivery system of choice for many pharmaceutical companies, SMi are proud to announce their first Prefilled Syringes Conference. Highlighting crucial aspects such as regulation, drug product stability, and manufacturing logistics, this conference will bring together the key players of the prefilled syringes field.
Why should you attend this event?
• Discover the latest on Preflilled Syringe technology from case studies and analyses
• Learn about the newest developments on PFS materials and the interface to devices
• Understand today's PFS market, how it has evolved and what to expect in the future
• Gain insight into the industry and manufacturer view of prefilled syringes - full details
- 14th Annual Employment Practices Liability Insurance
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 22, 2009,
New York, New York United StatesCome to the official meeting place of the EPLI world!
Over the past thirteen years, more than 1300 EPL professionals have gathered for a comprehensive analysis of legal, regulatory and risk developments in the employment practices liability marketplace. Our outstanding panel of the top insurance industry executives, in house counsel, leading employment litigators, judges, EEOC representatives and HR executives provide invaluable insights and information on:
• New and emerging EPL coverage
• Impact of the EEOC's priorities in the year ahead
• How to factor in electronic discovery costs when underwriting EPLI policies
• Preparing for the newest employment law claims and theories
• Measuring and valuing risk vulnerabilities based on the entire corporate culture and environment
• Class action litigation cost control and quick resolution strategies
And much more!
A small sample of what delegates say about this event:
* “I was impressed.”
* “Panels were excellent.”
* “Excellent opportunity to update knowledge on latest trends and network.”
* “This is my fifth conference and the best yet. Speakers were knowledgeable, lively and experienced, with little reliance on PowerPoint. Very well prepared panels . . .”
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- International Conference on Early Disease Detection and Prevention (EDDP 2009)
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 25, 2009,
Millennium Hilton Bangkok Hotel Bangkok ThailandThis year's EDDP conference will focus on cardiovascular (cardiac disease and hypertension), metabolic (diabetes) and renal diseases. With a scientific program featuring a distinguished international panel of speakers as well as a concurrent exhibition, this conference aims to:
# Discuss all elements relevant to detection of disease prior to its clinical appearance and the avenues available for its prevention
# Encourage a free exchange of ideas among high-caliber presenters and participants
# Serve as a platform for the biotech/pharma industry to discuss ongoing projects and products
# Present general principles, ongoing academic/industrial research, and the latest achievements in the field
# Highlight biotechnological innovations and evaluate their applicability and cost-effectiveness
# Set the stage for preventing disease development by pharmacological, genetic or other intervention modalities
As early disease detection and prevention are unquestionably the most promising avenues to effective healthcare, this EDDP conference is expected to draw hundreds of participants from around the globe, including senior medical practitioners, scientists, researchers, opinion leaders, decision makers, and health managers. - full details
- Optimizing Observation Patient Management
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 23, 2009,
San Diego, California United StatesAs the rules, regulations and protocols have changed since 2004, this conference becomes the must-attend conference for 2009 for all those who care about maintaining compliance, maximizing revenue and improving revenue integrity.
The distinguished faculty clarifies the nuances you must understand in order to receive appropriate reimbursement and manage patient flow most effectively.
How is your hospital coping in the daily struggle between compliance obligations and the frenzied pace of your Emergency Department?
The appropriate use of observation has raised serious questions for both hospital and billing staff. Billing for observation services can be confusing, particularly when an observation stay lasts more than one day or when a patient’s status changes from observation to inpatient. RAC auditors are continually looking at short stays and disallowing record numbers. Coding for observation services just isn’t as straightforward as it should be. - full details
- Multiple Sclerosis
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Jan 21, 2009 - Jan 26, 2009,
Hilton Santa Fe/Historic Plaza Santa Fe, New Mexico United StatesDespite important recent progress, the etiology of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) remains unknown and important therapeutic needs are unmet. This conference will discuss advances in basic pathogenetic mechanisms and emergent therapies for MS. Emphasis will be on the immunopathogenesis of MS, including mechanisms of lymphocyte activation and trafficking across the blood brain barrier, on sources of axonal pathology, and genetic risk factors. New imaging methods and therapeutic strategies that target the immune system and promote remyelination will be discussed. An important challenge in MS research is to integrate emerging insights in the basic mechanisms of myelination, autoimmune demyelination, and neurodegeneration with translational science. The goal of this meeting is to provide a broad spectrum of MS researchers with a forum to discuss recent advances, and to foster cross-disciplinary interactions and collaborations.
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