July 2007 Conference Information

Heartland Security Conference & Exhibition

• What: Homeland security readiness continues to be a priority focus at local, state and national levels; an effective national defense increasingly relies upon rapidly evolving, innovative systems and technology to counter and adapt to new and unique threats. The purpose of the conference is to perform three key functions: technology pull, technology push, how to of the homeland security industry.
• When: July 9-11, 2007
• Where: Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Sponsored by: NDIA
• Additional Information: http://www.ndia.org/Template.cfm?Section=7790&Template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=16593

SBIR/STTR 101 - Introduction and Overview

• What: This half-day workshop covers SBIR/STTR program basics, including program purpose, eligibility, and sources of funding. The course is targeted to a broad audience that is still exploring the SBIR/STTR program. It is designed to provide enough information for attendees to determine if they would like to seriously pursue proposal development.
• When: July 12, 2007
• Where: Automation Alley, Troy, Michigan
• Sponsored by: BioTechnology Business Consultants
• Additional Information: http://www.sbirworld.com/Conferences/eventDetails.asp?ConfId=2520

AUTM Central Region Meeting

• What: This year's topics will include an introduction to the Bayh-Dole Act, its provisions and compliance; the use of patented inventions in research; technology marketing and a session about wizardry in licensing. The 2007 Central Region meeting offers a wealth of diverse programs that will be of interest to technology transfer newcomers and veterans alike. The AUTM Central Region meeting has always been known for providing great networking opportunities; this year's meeting will continue this tradition with an exciting trip to Stubb's BBQ, a local favorite for tasty food and live music.
• When: July 22-24, 2007
• Where: Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, Austin, Texas
• Sponsored by: AUTM
• Additional Information: http://www.autm.org/events/dsp.eventDetail.cfm?eid=115&mode=current

SBIR/STTR Proposal Presentation Workshop

• What: This 1 ½-day session provides detailed instruction on proposal preparation, including both technical and commercialization plans and proposal submission procedures. This session covers agencies other than NIH with emphasis on DOD, DOE and NSF.
• When: July 24-25, 2007
• Where: Automation Alley, Troy, Michigan
• Sponsored by: BioTechnology Business Consultants
• Additional Information: http://www.sbirworld.com/Conferences/eventDetails.asp?ConfId=2523

Americas' Fire and Security Expo 2007

• What: If you are involved with fire protection systems and equipment, special hazards, chemical and hazardous material storage and handling, building fire protection, life safety, electrical installations, or security products, systems and services, NFPA's Americas' Fire & Security Expo is the event for you.
• When: July 24-26, 2007
• Where: Miami Beach, Florida
• Sponsored by: NFPA
• Additional Information: http://www.americasfireandsecurity.com

Web Coating and Drying

• What: Web Coating and Drying is designed to further skills in the selection and application of equipment for improving manufacturing processes and assuring efficient production of coated papers, films and other web substrates. Two major topics are featured: coating of webs by various means, and the drying or curing of these substrates. All major coating processes used today are discussed, along with their benefits in specific manufacturing applications, while considering the raw materials used to produce finished product. All major forms of convective and radiant methods of heat transfer for drying and/or curing are presented. Though theory is included, emphasis is placed on practical problem-solving techniques for the plant engineer. This popular and informative course has been attended by hundreds of students.
• When: July 25-26, 2007
• Where: Chicago, Illinois
• Sponsored by: Seminars for Engineers
• Additional Information: http://seminarsforengineers.com/coating/