AUGUST NETWORKING SOCIAL

When: Tues, August 12, 2008, 6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Where: Jupiter (upstairs seating), 2181 Shattuck Ave.,Berkeley, CA 94704

Please join us at Berkeley's popular beer garden Jupiter for an informal gathering of AWIS members and friends!

Directions: http://www.jupiterbeer.com/jupiter/info.htm

Upcoming Networking Socials: 2^nd Tues. of every other month:

* Tues, Oct 14, 2008

* Tues, Dec 9, 2008

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AUGUST MEETING

When: To Be Announced

SCIENTISTS, NON-SCIENTISTS, MEN, WOMEN ARE ALL WELCOME!

For flyers please see attachment    and
 

East Bay AWIS meetings are held on the

fourth Thursday of alternate months, with the next meeting on:

Meeting Agenda

6:30 Lite Supper

7:00 Meeting Begins

A contribution of $5-10 to cover cost of food is encouraged.
 

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Regular Meeting Location

Novartis, 4560 Horton Street, Room 4,104. Emeryville, CA

Directions

Alternate Meeting Location

University of California, Berkeley,  2223 Fulton St., #327
Berkeley, CA 94720-1580
 

Scientists, Students, Men, Non-Members . . . .All Are Welcome

Chiron Corporation is now NOVARTIS.

There are new security procedures in place, please check in at guard station prior to parking  . . .

Attendees need to stop at the guard shack and say they are here for the AWIS meeting. They may have to buzz the intercom, I think the gate attendant leaves at 6pm. It is best to approach the campus from Hollis, turning in at 53rd Street.  Many of the other entrances have been blocked off. Thanks for your help!

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Upcoming Events, Job Openings, and Other Exciting News - Mark Your Calendars!!! 

          PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SEND ME YOUR FLYERS, MEETING NOTICES, ETC. . . WE'LL POST THEM HERE. . .

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           SUMMER PICNIC
 

 2nd ANNUAL POTLUCK PICNIC at the San Mateo Ryder Park

DATE: Saturday, August 9th, 2008

TIME: 12 Noon- 3 P.M.

LOCATION: Ryder Park in San Mateo, 1801 J. Hart Clinton Dr, San Mateo

This park has something for all ages with its bike paths, kite flying and picnic area, a water park and creative play area and walking paths by the beautiful bay. So come for lunch and stay for as long as you like.

AWIS will provide meat and buns to BBQ and cold drinks. We would like to invite you to bring along a side dish or dessert to share that serves 6-8.

Also we will have our first raffle at the picnic with a "Mystery Basket" giveaway (more details on site).  All donations from the raffle will support our scholarship program for women  majoring in science at local community colleges.

RSVP: online http://www.acteva.com/go/pa-awis

Park website:   http://www.cityofsanmateo.org/exploreourparks/Parks/RYDER/ryder.html

Google maps: http://preview.tinyurl.com/579k8y

Directions, Going South on Highway 101: Take 3rd Ave East Exit. Keep left at the fork; follow signs for 3rd Ave East. 3rd Ave East turns into J. Hart Clinton Dr. Make a U-turn at Detroit  Drive, Ryder Park will be on your left at 1801 J. Hart Clinton Dr.

 Directions, Going North on Highway 101: Take 3rd Ave. exit. Head east by keeping right at the fork. 3rd Ave East turns into J. Hart Clinton Dr. Make a U-turn at Detroit Dr.; Ryder Park  will be on your left at 1801 J. Hart Clinton Dr.

 For more information, please see www.pa-awis.org, or  email awis.pa@gmail.com

 

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                     Job Openings ....  Engineering Positions

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Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) Chapter

will be providing several events between now and the end of the year,

stay tuned and check ACRP Chapter website

www.acrpnet.org
 

LOCAL ACRP EVENTS:

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FountainBlue's Life Science Entrepreneurs' Forum

When: Monday, August 18, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Where: DLA Piper LLP, 2000 University, East Palo Alto, CA.

Topic: Issues in Collaborative Development

Pre-register for $18-$30, by visiting http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=146096 by noon on Friday, August 15.

On-site registration is $40 plus $4 in fees.

We are delighted to announce our next panel, to be held on Monday, August 18, entitled "Issues in Collaborative Development".

As Big Pharma and emerging life science companies adopt a range of different strategies for their collaboration activities, collaboration transactions are becoming increasingly varied and complex.  While creating value for both sides, collaborations present unique challenges which should be addressed at the outset to ensure the success of the collaboration.  This month's panel will discuss key issues in structuring and executing life science collaborations and examine their impact on the collaboration partners and other stakeholders, including investors.   

•       Facilitator/moderator:

·       J. Howard Clowes, Partner, DLA Piper LLP

 •       Panelists:

·       Adam Bristol, Investor, Biotechnology Value Fund

·       Jeff Jonker, Director of Business Development, Genentech

·       Jim I McLoughlin, Executive Director, Worldwide Business Development & Pfizer Venture Capital; Pfizer Inc. - Biotherapeutics and Bioinnovations Center

·       John Wulf, EVP & CBO, Trellis Bioscience

Information and Registration: NO SERVICE PROVIDERS PLEASE.

To pre-register now for the discounted rate of $18-$30, plus $2-$4 in fees, visit http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=146096  by noon on Friday, August 15. A limited amount of on-site registration is available for $40 plus $4 in fees, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Additional information about our life science entrepreneurs' forum and notes from our previous meetings are available at http://www.SVLifeScience.com
Through the end of July, we invite you to become a Founding FountainBlue community member by visiting http://www.bigtent.com/hosted/fountainblue/invitation?hosted_key=7c64713f1bb5ca6734f2cbe8830e7f0a. From there, you are welcome to join the life science and any of the other FountainBlue communities.

Please note that membership is free for founding community members through the remainder of 2008, and that there will be a 25% discount for all future annual memberships. More membership information is available at http://www.fountainblue.biz/aboutus/membership.html and at https://www.bigtent.com/groups/fountainblue.
Please note also that registered FountainBlue founding community members who attend this event, and other FountainBlue events in August have the option of a free FountainBlue polo shirt.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

We are grateful for the generous sponsorship of DLA Piper LLC http://www.dlapiper.com. Our event will be conducted at their offices at 2000 University in East Palo Alto, CA. Our work is not possible without their support and we would encourage you to consider their services.
 

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2nd Protein Therapeutics Discovery & Development

http://gtcbio.com/conferenceDetails.aspx?id=128

When-Where: September 8-9, 2008 - San Diego, CA

Register by Aug. 8 for a 10% discount
 

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GTCbio's Global Clinical Trial Operations

http://gtcbio.com/conferenceDetails.aspx?id=127

When-Where: September 25-26, 2008 - San Diego, CA

Dedicated Networking events have been incorporated to enhance the exchange of information between technology developers and end-users. In addition, Global Clinical Trial Operations will provide a great opportunity for companies to expose products and services. Sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities are available in a range of levels, which can be tailored to fit your needs. Please contact Josette Barba at josette.barba@gtcbio.com or at 626-256-6405 x105 for more information.

KEYNOTE PRESENTERS

Debasish F. Roychowdhury, Senior Vice President, Medicines Development, Oncology R&D, GlaxoSmithKline
Amrit Ray, Vice President, Medical Safety Assessment, GPV&E, Bristol-Myers Squibb

CONFERENCE SESSIONS:

I:      Early Phase & First-in-Man Clinical Trials
II:      Clinical Trials in Emerging Markets
III:    Outsourcing Strategies for Global Clinical Trials
IV:    Site Selection, Patient Recruitment & Retention
V:    Pediatric Clinical Trials
VI:    Technology in Clinical Trials

FULL AGENDA: http://gtcbio.com/userAgenda.aspx?id=127

Receive a 20% discount on registration by July 25, 2008. Sign up https://gtcbio.com/userpart/user_registration.aspx?Str=127

FULL SPEAKER LIST http://gtcbio.com/user_speakerlist.aspx?id=127

Register: http://gtcbio.com/userPart/GTCbio_Conference_Registration_Form.pdf>  2, the 3rd person goes free!

 

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Bugs & Drugs

http://gtcbio.com/conferenceDetails.aspx?id=129

When-Where: September 22-23, 2008 - San Diego, CA

Register by July 22 for a 20% discount

 

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4th Neurodegenerative Diseases Drug Discovery

http://gtcbio.com/conferenceDetails.aspx?id=133

When-Where: Oct. 9-10, 2008 - Philadelphia, PA

Register by Aug. 9 for a 20% discount

 

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4th Modern Drug Discovery and Development Summit

http://gtcbio.com/conferenceDetails.aspx?id=110

When-Where: Oct. 15-17 2008 - San Diego, CA

Register by July 30 for a 15% discount

 

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New Job Opening:

Please contact Elaine Lee at elaine.lee@medtronic.com if you are interested in the following career opportunity.

Senior Scientist

Position summary:
Individual is expected to develop, execute and report on research projects for regenerative medicine of the spine (intervertebral disc and bone). Initial focus will be inflammation modulation and pain related to degenerative disc disease. Individual with experience in degenerative disc disease, or other acute or chronic inflammatory disease of connective tissues such as OA or RA would be preferred, but relevant experience with other biological systems will be considered. Hands-on experience in cell and molecular techniques are essential.
 Manage sponsored and contract research projects
 Manage internal research projects
 Develop cross company partnerships and collaborations
 Analyze data and report in the form of presentation to management, papers in scientific meetings, or peer reviewed publication
 Participate in technical due diligence exercises
 Attend appropriate scientific meetings
 Participate in cross-functional team for product development
 
Qualifications:
 PhD in biological science
 At least 2-3 years post-doctoral experience, preferably in an industrial setting (biotech/pharma/medical device)
 Skilled in assay development, problem solving and "out-of-the-box" thinking
 Experience in regenerative medicine for cartilage, disc or bone tissue preferred
 Experience in inflammatory disease such as osteoarthritis is an asset
 Experience in biologics product development life cycle or drug-device combination is preferred
 
About Medtronic/Kyphon:
As a global leader in the spinal surgery market, Medtronic recently completed the acquisition of Kyphon, a Sunnyvale, California-based spinal device business. Now known as Medtronics Spinal and Biologics business, Sunnyvale, the group increases the opportunities for Medtronics thriving Spinal and Biologics business to treat even more patients around the world with a broader variety of spinal conditions.
While both businesses have expertise in minimally invasive, highly effective treatments for the spine, Medtronics focus has traditionally centered on treatment options for youth and middle-aged patients with scoliosis and degenerative disc disease in the cervical and lumbar spine. By contrast, the Sunnyvale operation specializes in treating older patients with vertebral compression fractures, spinal stenosis and other conditions

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Joint Annual Meeting Celebrating the International Year of Planet Earth Check out all the exciting programs at this year's joint meeting in Houston: www.acsmeetings.org. Registration is open! Events are filling fast, so register before midnight EST on 14 July to take advantage of discounted fees.   [ Register now! ]   Note from GSA's Meetings Director GSA regrets that scheduling conflicts associated with changing the meeting venue (from Chicago to Houston) resulted in meeting dates overlapping with Yom Kippur on 9 October 2008. We hope those who observe the holiday will still be able to attend most of the meeting.   Housing Reservations are now being accepted, and early reservations are strongly encouraged! Reserve your room online for quickest results. We have plenty of rooms available, but due to the joint meeting agenda, we expect hotels near the convention center to fill up quickly.   Exhibits Make sure your favorite company is exhibiting at this year's annual meeting or learn how to become an exhibitor. [ See who's signed up | Exhibitor how-to ] Guest Program We have an exciting guest program for Houston, with many interesting tours available. View all the acitvities on the Guests & Companions page. Children's Program Children can enjoy games, story time, arts and crafts, and other fun-filled activities while you're at the meeting in Houston. Learn more about childcare at the annual meeting and register early! [ Childcare ] Field Trips The Houston area offers unique opportunities to explore classic field locations and learn about ground-breaking research. [ Learn More ]   Penrose Conference Plumes and their Role in Whole Mantle Convection and Recycling: Application deadline: 25 June. Visit the Azores for this one-of-a-kind conference, 17-21 September 2008.   GSA GeoVentures Late-Summer GeoVentures—Registration is Still Open! GeoHostel 2008: Canadian Rockies, Badlands, and Foothills 30 August–6 September 2008 (7 days) From Calgary to Banff National Park— explore some of Canada's best scenery and geology. This trip is filling up fast: sign up today & ensure your spot! Geology of the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, Idaho 29 August–4 September 2008 (7 days) Join this fully outfitted expedition into the largest wilderness in the lower 48 states, through Impassable Canyon, down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River, Idaho, USA. Feel the thrill of river rafting while learning the area's geomorphology and hydrology.   Government Affairs GSA Panel Seeks Input on Public Investment in Earth Science Research Position Statement We invite you to review the draft and submit your comments and suggestions to Richard Berg by 11 August 2008. [ View draft | Read more ] Geosciences Congressional Visits Day 9-10 September 2008, Washington, D.C.: Attend briefings and training sessions, as well as meetings with House and Senate offices. Students welcome! GSA is pleased to offer student travel grants for partial support of eligible students to take part in Geosciences Congressional Visits Day. Please contact Craig Schiffries for more information, to participate, or to apply for a student travel grant.   Especially for Students Volunteer at the 2008 Joint Annual Meeting and Save! *No upfront meeting registration fee required! *FREE registration if you volunteer just 10 hours of your time. *FREE Abstracts with Programs volume for 15 volunteer hours. *Earn a US$25 stipend for every 5 hours you volunteer. [ Learn more ]   Communicating the Value of Geoscience A Sampling of GSA in the News Research by Hurwitz et al. suggesting that several years of drought may have added a minute or two to the eruption cycle of Old Faithful geyser (GEOLOGY, June 2008) was picked up by AP, receiving coverage across the U.S., including in USA Today and Newsday and on Fox News and Discovery Channel. [ Abstract | Fox News article ] A study by Ghent et al. using Earth-based radar to examine ejecta material from the moon's Orientale impact basin (GEOLOGY, May 2008) was reported by Space.com and Astrobiology Magazine. [ Abstract | Space.com article ]

 

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Cool New Product: Forensic Geology CD

 

Our latest CD is about to be published: Explore Forensic Geology (Grades 6-12). Great explanatory text and activities about Forensic Geology, you won’t want to be without it. Available at our bookstore: http://rock.geosociety.org/bookstore/default.asp?oID=0&catID=59

 

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 Web site of the month: Needs your help

 

Earth learning idea will be publishing a new idea for teaching Earth science every week during the International Year of Planet Earth, 2008. The ideas are for use in classrooms that have minimal resources and should develop scientific understanding and thinking skills. Each one will encourage discussion through a blog to develop a global network of those interested in Earth science education.

Click on http://earthlearningidea.com to see how it works – and give your feedback through the blog  http://earthlearningidea.blogspot.com.

 

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 Don’t forget our Posters or Explore Geoscience CD-ROMS:

 

This exciting Rock Chart is being snatched up quickly, to much acclaim.  This poster has great rock photos and layout.  If you would like a closer look or would like to purchase a copy ($9.95), please visit our bookstore at http://www.geosociety.org/bookstore/.

 

We also have a new poster in the bookstore, a really amazing vinyl poster: The Blue Marble Periodic Chart. The ultimate periodic chart - it's vinyl and it's BIG! 2 Posters in 1, printed on nearly indestructible vinyl. One side has 103 gorgeous color photos of the minerals that provide the elements we use, the other side has information and history on the elements of the periodic table.  $19.95 at: http://www.geosociety.org/bookstore/default.asp?oID=0&catID=48&pID=PERIODIC

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