July 2008 Conference Information

AUTM Central Region Meeting

• What: Imagining the Future: The Genius of Tech Transfer. The Central Region meeting will offer a wealth of diverse programs that will be of interest to technology transfer newcomers and veterans alike.
• When: July 14-16, 2008
• Where: Marriott Cleveland Downtown at Key Center, Cleveland, Ohio
• Sponsored by: AUTM
• Additional Information: http://www.autm.net/events/dsp.eventDetail.cfm?eid=129&mode=current

The Collaborative 2008 Summer Venture Camp

• What: This year's camp consists of three morning sessions, each consisting of four panel discussions, held at the University of St. Thomas, Minnesota state colleges and universities, and the University of Minnesota. The content is focused on business issues to help students, entrepreneurs and investors learn about turning ideas into companies and financing the growth of those new companies. July session topics: Cash is King, Due Diligence, Valuation & Negotiation, Venture Creation in the Twin Cities and Outstate.
• When: July 17, 2008
• Where: Minnesota State Colleges & Universities, Metropolitan State University, St. Paul Campus Auditorium
• Sponsored by: The Collaborative
• Additional Information: http://www.collaborative.net/events/register.cfm?EventID=268

ARS Midwest Area Bioenergy Research Forum

• What: A one-day special event featuring discussions on crop development, production, sustainability, conversion, and economics. Presentations on ARS research capacity and "Partnering with ARS for Technology Commercialization."
• When: July 18, 2008
• Where: NCAUR, Peoria, Illinois
• Sponsored by: ARS
• Additional Information: foruminfo@ars.usda.gov