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SUMMARY:NCT Middle East 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat NCT Middle East 2017 event will be held Nov 6-8\, 2017 in Doha\, Qatar. \nNCT Middle East 2017 will welcome over 20 Qatari and international government organizations. Additionally\, IB Consultancy has partnered with the National Committee for the Prohibition of Weapons (NCPW) in organizing this 4th edition of NCT Middle East. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nGen.(Air)\, Hassan Saleh Al-Nesf\, Deputy Chairman\, National Committee for the Prohibition of Weapons (NCPW)\, Qatar\nGen.(Air)\, Hassan Saleh Al-Nesf\, Deputy Chairman\, National Committee For The Prohibition of Weapons (Ncpw)\, Qatar\nEng. Hassan Mohammed Al Emadi\, Commander of the Center for Chemical Defense And Radiation Monitoring\, Intelligence and Security Unit\, Qatar Armed Forces\, Qatar\nE. Nizar Al Herakey\, Syrian Ambassador to Qatar\, Syria\nSaber Khalaf M. Abu Sbieh\, Commander\, Jordanian Armed Forces (Jaf)\, Royal Engineering Corps – Chemical Support Unit (CSU)\, Jordan\nEng. Ali Hassan Al-Rashid\, Commander of Security Systems & Technology\, Explosives Group\, Lekhwiya\, Qatar\nStaff Brig. Gen. Abdullah M. Albaker\, National Defense & Crisis Management Center\, Qatar Armed Forces\, Qatar\nMartin Neujahr\, Head of Global Business Unit CBRN\, Bruker Detection\, Germany\nJon Beville\, Director Global Sales & Business Development\, Heyltex\, Usa\nColonel (R) Wolfgang Widders\, Senior Advisor for CBRN Protection Systems\, Kärcher Futuretech Gmbh\, Germany\nLevent Kenar\, PhD\, Chief of CBRN Department\, University of Health Sciences (Gulhane Military Medical Academy)\, Turkey\nWalid Othman Abougalala\, Medical Technical Consultant for Disaster Preparedness\, Hamad Medical Corporation\, Qatar\nRaed Saleh\, Chief of the White Helmets\, Syrian Civil Defence\, Syria\nHamad Salah Ibrahim\, Head of Radiation Protection Section and Nuclear Engineer\, Department of Radiation & Chemical Protection\, Ministry of Municipality and Environment\, Qatar\nOsama Abualezz\, Manager of Aleppo Office\, Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS)\, Syria\nMohamed Nazir Alhakim\, Secretary General\, National Coalition of Syrian Revolution And Opposition Forces\, Syria\nDaw Saad Mosbah Khalefah\, Director of Scientific Affairs\, Nuclear Safety and Security Department\, Arab Atomic Energy Agency (AAEA)\, Tunisia\nMaha Ali Y. Al-Hammadi\, Head Of Chemical Management Section (CMS)\, Department Of Radiation and Chemical Protection (RCP)\, Ministry Of Municipality And Environment\, Qatar\nJassim Mohammed Alkaabi\, National Security Manager\, Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy\, Qatar\n\nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT Middle East 2017 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-middle-east-2017/
LOCATION:W Doha Hotel & Residences\, Diplomatic Street\, West Bay\, Doha\, Qatar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171109
DTSTAMP:20170906T192845Z
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SUMMARY:CBRNe Convergence 2017
DESCRIPTION:The CBRNe Convergence 2017 Congress & Exhibition will be held November 6-8\, 2017 in Indianapolis\, Indiana. \nOrganized by the experienced team from CBRNe World magazine\, this 10th iteration draws leading experts and global stakeholders in CBRNe and hazmat response. \nAttendees will hear how recent research\, equipment development\, and lessons learned are improving defense and response capabilities across the community. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nGregory Sayles\, Director\, EPA’s National Homeland Security Research Center\nBrigadier General Blankenhorn\, 76th Army Reserve\, Operational Response Command\nSamantha Ollerton\, Senior Technical Director & Forensic Expert\nJarrad Wagner\, Professor of Forensic Sciences at Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences\nRon Humbert\, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department\, Bomb Squad Commander\nBrad Geeslin\, Program Manager\, WMD Directorate Training Unit\, FBI\nMaarten van Vliet\, NCO / Senior Instructor at Defence CBRN Centre\, the Netherlands\nSteve Tweddle Sergeant with the Toronto Police CBRNE Response Team\nMartin Davey\, IT Coordinator Special Operations\, Hazmat-CBRNE Program Firefighter\, Ottawa Fire Services\nSergeant Major Machiel Koopmans\, Advice & Assistance Counselor CBRN Response Peloton ICMS\nEd van Zalen\, Programme Manager CBRN\, Netherlands Forensic Institute\nGareth Roberts Team leader\, CBRNE Covert Assessment Team\, South Wales Police\nColonel Henry Neumann\, Commander of the Bundeswehr CBRN Defence Command\nRoberto Biselli\, Chief of the Italian Air Force Aeromedical Isolation Team\nDavid Fraser\, Product and Marketing Manager\, BBI Detection\nRyan Gregerson\, Technical support group\, Biofire Defense\nMichael Dickens\, Business Line Manager Applied Genomics\, Battelle\nRob Wilson\, Sergeant\, National CBRNE Response Team Coordinator\, RCMP\nRobert P Chilcott\, PhD\, CBiol\, FRSB\, FRSC. Chair of Toxicology\, University of Hertfordshire\nRay Zilinskas\, Director at the Chemical and Biological Weapons Nonproliferation Program at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies\, Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey\, California\nSermet Sezigen\, Assistant Professor Sermet Sezigen\, Lecturer\, University of Health Sciences\, Dept.Of Medical CBRN Defense\, Ankara\, Turkey\n\nIn addition to the pre-conference workshop\, two day streamed conference of over 35 expert speakers\, poster sessions and accompanying exhibition of the latest CBRN\, EOD and hazmat technology\, the venue benefits from a large outdoor space where attendees can view a dynamic demonstration of US CBRNe and hazmat capabilities as well as a static display of equipment and systems from a range of agencies involved in responding to a CBRNe and hazmat threats. \nGrowing together\, staying distinct. Creating flexible CBRNE response teams for the All Hazard threat. Register now by visiting CBRNe World’s CBRNe Convergence 2017 website. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of CBRNe Convergence 2017.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbrne-convergence-2017/
LOCATION:Indianapolis Motor Speedway\, 4790 W 16th St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171020
DTSTAMP:20240118T174336Z
CREATED:20170822T043430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174336Z
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SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense Master’s Open House
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will host a Master’s Open House on October 19\, 2017  at the Arlington Campus\, Founders Hall\, Room 126 at 6:30 p.m. \nThe event will provide an overview of available master’s degree programs and highlight GMU’s world-class faculty and research. Admissions and student services staff will be on hand to answer questions. \nLearn more about GMU’s Biodefense graduate programs here. Please visit the George Mason University website to register for the Open House. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-masters-open-house-6/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171006
DTSTAMP:20170630T145656Z
CREATED:20170616T021118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170630T145656Z
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SUMMARY:Bacillus ACT 2017
DESCRIPTION:The 8th International Bacillus ACT Conference will be held October 1-5\, 2017 in Victoria\, British Columbia. \nThis bi-annual conference attracts scientists and researchers from all over the world who work on Bacillus anthracis\, the causative agent of anthrax\, and B. cereus and B. thuringiensis\, two closely related bacillus species. \nWorld-renowned scientists will present their latest findings from studies of genomics\, cell wall and spore structure and function\, gene regulation\, sporulation\, germination\, toxins\, bacteria-host interactions\, epidemiology\, and ecology of these species. \nIn addition\, experts working on rapid diagnostics\, decontamination\, vaccine development\, therapeutics\, and general physiology will be participating in this conference. \nFor more information and to submit an abstract\, please visit the conference website at: https://LLNL.cvent.com/BacillusACT2017. Interested scientists are welcome to contact the conference coordinator\, Stacy Castro at 925-424-2797 or castro19@llnl.gov
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/bacillus-act-2017/
LOCATION:Victoria Conference Centre\, 720 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 3M7\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170922
DTSTAMP:20181230T232246Z
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SUMMARY:NCT USA 2017
DESCRIPTION:IB Consultancy’s NCT USA 2017 conference will be held 19-21 September 2017 in Washington\, D.C. \nThis leading Chemical\, Biological\, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) and Explosives Ordnance Disposal (EOD) and demining event series is back for its 3rd edition at the Hilton Dulles. \nNCT USA will be opened by a live CBRNe Capability demonstration by the Fairfax County Police Bomb Squad\, the Fairfax Fire & Rescue Hazmat and other agencies\, followed by two days of exhibition\, conferences and targeted workshops (for instance a workshop on “CBRN Medical Countermeasures and Diagnostics Today and Tomorrow” by JPEO-CBD) on CBRN/EOD/C-IED and demining defense organization and response. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nMohamed Nazir Alhakim\, Secretary General\, National Coalition of Syrian Revolution and Opposition Forces\, Syria\nDouglas Bryce\, Joint Program Executive Officer for Chemical And Biological Defense (JPEO-CBD)\, USA\nGen. William King\, Former Commander\, U.S. Army 20th CBRNE Command\, USA\nSteve Cichocki\, Program Manager\, CBRN Response\, United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM)\, USA\nJesus Cuartas\, Branch Chief Of Response Operational Planning\, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)\, USA\nMatthew Sieber\, Senior Hazmat Technician\, Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD)\, USA\nCol Benjamin W. Genthner\, Commander\, 24th Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team New York City\, USA\nMichael Deckert\, Business Area Manager\, Chem-Bio Defense\, Src\, Inc.\, USA\nClaudia Gärtner\, CEO\, Microfluidic Chipshop\, USA\nThomas Chenworth\, Hazmat Unit\, District of Columbia Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department\, USA\n\nThe Non-Conventional Threat (NTC) series is globally established and known for prime regional CBRNe summits in Asia\, Asia-Pacific\, Europe\, and the Middle East. \nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT 2017 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-usa-2017/
LOCATION:Hilton Washington Dulles Airport\, 3869 Park Center Road\, Herndon\, VA\, 20171\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170915
DTSTAMP:20240118T174346Z
CREATED:20170822T042725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174346Z
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SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense Master’s Open House
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will host a Master’s Open House on September 14 at the Arlington Campus\, Founders Hall\, Room 126 at 6:30 p.m. \nThe event will provide an overview of available master’s degree programs and highlight GMU’s world-class faculty and research. Admissions and student services staff will be on hand to answer questions. \nLearn more about GMU’s Biodefense graduate programs here. Please visit the George Mason University website to register for the Open House. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-masters-open-house-5/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170915
DTSTAMP:20170906T233425Z
CREATED:20170906T233425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T233425Z
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SUMMARY:Weapons of Mass Destruction: Continuity\, Change\, and a New Administration
DESCRIPTION:The National Defense University Center for the Study of Weapons of Mass Destruction will host a Weapons of Mass Destruction: Continuity\, Change\, and a New Administration symposium September 13-14\, 2017 in Washington\, D.C. \nWith the new administration taking a fresh look at many aspects of U.S. policy\, this year’s symposium will consider continuity and change in the U.S. approach to managing challenges posed by weapons of mass destruction. Senior government officials and recognized experts will share their perspectives on WMD threats\, deterrence of both major powers and regional actors\, counter-WMD strategies and capabilities\, and the views of key allies and partners. Portions of the symposium will be unclassified and others conducted at the Secret Releasable Five Eyes level. \nThe overall classification of the symposium will be SECRET REL FVEY. Symposium registration is limited to personnel from Australia\, Canada\, New Zealand\, the United Kingdom\, and the United States who possess the requisite security clearance. \nPlease visit the WMD Center’s website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/weapons-mass-destruction-continuity-change-new-administration/
LOCATION:National Defense University\, 300 5th Avenue SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20319\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170913
DTSTAMP:20170906T210607Z
CREATED:20170906T210607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T210607Z
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SUMMARY:Bioterrorism Studies and Biotechnology 2017
DESCRIPTION:The ICBSB 2017: 19th International Conference on Bioterrorism Studies and Biotechnology will be held September 11-12\, 2017 in Singapore. \nThe event aims to bring together leading academic scientists\, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Bioterrorism Studies and Biotechnology. \nIt also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers\, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations\, trends\, and concerns as well as practical challenges encountered and solutions adopted in the fields of Bioterrorism Studies and Biotechnology. \nPlease visit WASET’s Bioterrorism Studies and Biotechnology 2017 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/bioterrorism-studies-biotechnology-2017/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Sıngapore Atrium\, 317 Outram Road\, Singapore\, 169075\, Singapore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170826
DTSTAMP:20161230T221410Z
CREATED:20161230T221410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161230T221410Z
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SUMMARY:ACS 2017 American Chemistry Society
DESCRIPTION:The ACS 2017 National Meeting & Exposition will be held August 21-25\, 2017 in Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania. \nThis 254th annual meeting of the American Chemistry Society features more than 7\,000 presentations and draws an estimated 11\,000 to 13\,000 chemists\, chemical engineers\, academicians\, graduate and undergraduate students\, and other related professionals. \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nApplication of Pharmacokinetics & Safety Pharmacology for Chemists in Drug Development\nEssentials of Medicinal Chemistry & Pharmacology\nChemical Reactivity Hazards: Laboratory-Scale Recognition & Control\nStructure-Based Drug Design & Ligand Modification\nNMR Spectroscopy: Structure Determination of Small-Molecule Organic Compound\nAnalysis & Interpretation of Mass Spectral Data\nAnalytical Method Transfer of Pharmaceutical Products\nExperimental Design for Productivity and Quality in Research & Development\n\nPlease visit the 254th ACS National Meeting & Exposition website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/acs-2017-american-chemistry-society/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170720
DTSTAMP:20191103T235731Z
CREATED:20170320T180740Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Workshop on Pandemics\, Bioterrorism\, and Global Health Security
DESCRIPTION:Threats to global health security continue to evolve due to the changing nature of conflict\, advances in science and technology\, globalization\, and the growing threat posed by emerging infectious diseases and pandemics. Pandemics\, Bioterrorism and Global Health Security: From Anthrax to Zika is a three-day\, non-credit summer workshop designed to introduce participants to the challenges facing the world at the intersection of national security\, public health\, and the life sciences. The workshop faculty are internationally recognized experts from the government\, private sector\, and academia who have been extensively involved with research and policy-making on public health\, biodefense\, and national security issues. The workshop is held on the campus of the Schar School of Policy and Government in Arlington\, Virginia on July 17-19\, 2017. \nPrivate and public organizations face a number of challenges in adapting to the changing global biosecurity landscape. The spectrum of biological threats is diverse\, including naturally occurring disease outbreaks such as SARS\, Zika\, and Ebola\, lapses in biosafety\, dual-use research of concern\, and the threat of bioterrorism. A severe disease outbreak\, whether natural or man-made\, can affect not just public health\, but also public safety and national security. Pandemics and bioterrorist attacks will confront government agencies and the private sector with the need to make high-impact decisions with limited information during a rapidly evolving situation. Further complicating this domain is the dual-use nature of biology: the knowledge\, skills\, and technology developed for legitimate scientific and commercial purposes can be misused by those with hostile intent. Research with dangerous pathogens and the development of advanced biotechnologies such as synthetic biology and genome editing poses a dilemma for policy-makers and researchers who seek to maximize the benefits of such research while minimizing the risks. Thus\, public health\, law enforcement and national security agencies\, the pharmaceutical and biotech industries\, and the academic life sciences community need to develop new types of expertise\, adopt new types of risk assessment and risk management strategies\, and learn to collaborate with each other. \nImplementing these new priorities will require substantial organizational learning and change. But large organizations have deeply embedded professional norms and organizational culture that make them resistant to change\, even during times of crisis. Each organization responds with its own routines\, and its own distinctive view of “the threat\,” which dilutes new initiatives\, encourages stovepiping\, and impedes effective collaboration. These organizational tendencies grow even more pronounced during times of declining budgets. Thus\, while the need for collaboration is great\, the potential for differing organizational styles to produce conflict is high. \nThe 1976 swine flu scare\, 2001 anthrax letter attacks\, SARS and avian influenza outbreaks\, 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic\, 2014-2016 Ebola outbreak in West Africa\, and 2015-2017 Zika outbreak provide rich case studies of how government agencies and international organizations have struggled to address novel biological threats\, make high-impact decisions with limited information\, and work effectively with new partners. The lessons from these cases are broadly applicable to both public and private organizations seeking to address current and emerging biosecurity risks. \nFeatures \n\nSyllabus and reading materials\nSocial hour after first day of course\nLight breakfast\, coffee\, and lunch provided on all days\nCertificate of Attendance\n\nCourses Objectives \n\nIdentify the range of biological threats and assess the risks they pose to public health and national security\nDescribe impediments to organizational change and identify strategies for overcoming these obstacles.\nExamine lessons learned from the SARS and avian flu outbreaks\, the 2009 influenza pandemic\, and the 2014-2016 West Africa Ebola outbreak.\nExplore the dual-use dilemma and how to balance the benefits of advanced biotechnologies against the safety and security risks they can pose.\nInvestigate the growing importance of biotechnology to the national economy\, domestic and international risks to biotechnology innovation\, and legal\, policy\, and regulatory measures for safeguarding the bioeconomy.\nUnderstand the technical\, political\, regulatory\, and financial obstacles to developing new medical countermeasures for bioterrorist and pandemic threats.\n\nWho Should Attend \nProfessionals and academics\, both domestic and international\, in public health\, the life sciences\, the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries\, international affairs\, law enforcement\, emergency management\, and national security who have responsibilities for preventing\, preparing for\, or responding to pandemics\, bioterrorism\, and other threats to global health security. \nPast participants have come from a range of government agencies\, including the Department of Health and Human Services\, National Institutes of Health\, Food and Drug Administration\, Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority\, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Federal Emergency Management Agency\, Department of the Army\, Defense Threat Reduction Agency\, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory\, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory\, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory; private and non-profit organizations such as CRDF Global\, Battelle Memorial Institute\, Emergent Biosolutions\, Booz Allen Hamilton\, BAE Systems\, Engility\, Noblis\, and Quest Diagnostics; universities and think tanks such as Virginia Tech\, Kent State University\, University of South Florida\, Institute for Defense Analysis\, and MITRE; and foreign countries\, including the Center for Biosecurity and Biopreparedness in Denmark\, the Biosecurity Office of the Netherlands\, the Rwanda Ministry of Agriculture\, and the Philippine National Police Force. \nRegistration \nPrior to May 1\, the course fee is $1\,100. After May 1\, the course fee is $1\,200. Discounts are available for George Mason University faculty\, students\, and alum and for groups of three or more from the same organization. If you qualify for one of these discounts\, please email biodefensegmu@gmail.com to receive a promo code. \nLogistics \nThe summer workshop will be held on July 17-19\, 2017 on the Arlington campus of the Schar School of Policy and Government. The Schar School is located in Founder’s Hall at 3351 Fairfax Drive in Arlington\, VA. The school is conveniently located two blocks from the Virginia Square-GMU Metro station on the Orange Line. Garage parking is also available.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/summer-workshop-pandemics-bioterrorism-global-health-security/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170630
DTSTAMP:20170413T185853Z
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SUMMARY:NCT Europe 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat NCT Europe 2017 conference and exhibition will be held June 27-29\, 2017 in Sonthofen\, Germany. \nNCT Europe 2017 will host two separate conferences\, NCT CBRNe Europe and NCT eXplosive Europe\, with a shared exhibition area and joint plenary sessions. \nThe three-day event will be opened by a multinational CBRN/C-IED/EOD demonstration led by the German\, Austrian\, Dutch\, French and Swiss Armed Forces\, followed by two days of conferences\, as well as a large indoor and outdoor industry exhibition. \nThe conference will emphasize biological threats and response\, operational decontamination and recovery\, nuclear disaster preparedness\, and operational readiness of European CBRN Defense Commands. \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nCurrent Trends in Biological Defense and Security\nDeveloping a European Multinational Operational Framework for Countering Threats\nEffective Response to CBRN Related Incidents and Attacks\nCase Studies – ISIS and The Growing Threat of Explosive Terrorist Attacks\nChemical and Radiological Detection: New Approaches and Technologies\nCivil Protection in Densely Populated Areas and High Visibility Events\nRequirements in CBRN Detection\, Reconnaissance and Analysis\nCivil and Military Cooperation in Cases of CBRN Emergency Response\n\nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT Europe 2017 website for more information and registration. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of NCT Europe 2017.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-europe-2017/
LOCATION:Haus Oberallgäu\, Richard-Wagner-Straße 14\, Sonthofen\, Germany
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170630
DTSTAMP:20170119T175617Z
CREATED:20170108T174013Z
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SUMMARY:Biodefense World Summit 2017
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Annual Biodefense World Summit will be held June 26-29\, 2017 in Alexandria\, Virginia. \nThe Biodefense World Summit brings together leaders from government\, academia\, and industry for compelling discussions and comprehensive coverage on pathogen detection\, sample prep technologies\, point-of-care\, and biosurveillance. \nAcross the four-track event\, attendees can expect exceptional networking opportunities in the exhibit hall\, across panel discussions\, and shared case studies with members of the biodefense community from technology providers to policy makers. \nHighlighted sessions and workshops include: \n\nRapid Surveillance of the Ebola Genome Sequence with Microarray Technology\nField Portable Platforms for Multiplex Detection of Biothreat Agents\nAgro-Defense – A Holistic\, All of Enterprise Approach\nNuclease-Activated Probes for Rapid\, Target-Specific Detection of Bacterial Pathogens\nA Smart Phone Platform for Detection of Zika Virus RNA in Low Resource Settings\nDiagnostics for the Public Health Emergency Medical Countermeasures Enterprise\nFood Safety Microbiology in the Metagenomics Era\nConserved Nucleotide Binding Site (NBS) for Rapid Assay Development\nAdvances in Flow Cytometry for Rapid Detection of Foodborne Pathogens\nMicrobiome Composition as a Universal Biosensor\nBioWatch – Implementing Key Program Priorities over the Next Five Years\nDevelopment of 11-Plex MOL-PCR Assay for the Rapid Screening of Samples for STEC\nGenomic-Based Characterization and Biosurveillance of Known and Unknown Microorganisms of Biodefense Relevance\nNucleic Acid Biosensors for the Detection of Pathogens\nRapid Detection of Enterobacteriaceaeas Indicator for Pathogen Testing Using a Light Scattering Sensor\n\nPlease visit Cambridge Healthtech Institute’s BiodefenseWorldSummit.com for more information and to register. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the Biodefense World Summit.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/biodefense-world-summit-2017/
LOCATION:Westin Alexandria\, 400 Courthouse Square\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170527
DTSTAMP:20161230T232155Z
CREATED:20161125T231455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161230T232155Z
UID:16013-1495670400-1495843199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Biosensors\, Biomarkers & Diagnostics 2017
DESCRIPTION:Select Bio’s Biosensors\, Biomarkers & Diagnostics 2017 conference will be held May 25-26\, 2017 in Bengaluru\, India. \nThis conference covers talks on novel biosensors and biomarkers\, molecular pathway involved in the pathophysiology of the disease\, prenatal diagnostic tests\, macromolecule analysis\, screening for infectious diseases\, cytogenetic profiling\, bio-imaging as well as molecular and companion diagnostics. \nThis event is designed for scientists from the fields of Medicine\, Pathology\, Pharmaceutical sciences\, Biotechnology and Diagnostics\, medical colleges\, pharma\, biotech and diagnostic companies\, leading universities\, clinical research institutions\, government and national research labs\, CROs\, emerging companies and tool providers working in the field of Biosensors\, Biomarkers and Medical Diagnostics. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nAdvanced Approaches & Techniques in Disease Diagnosis\nCase Studies – From Biomarkers Research to Commercial Product\nCommercial Aspects & Regulatory Compliance in Molecular Diagnostics\nExtracellular Biomarkers/Cell Free Biomarkers\nNovel Biosensors for Medical Diagnostics\nPrognostic\, Predictive and POC: Biomarkers from Research to Clinic\n\nPlease visit the Biosensors\, Biomarkers & Diagnostics conference website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/biosensors-biomarkers-diagnostics/
LOCATION:Le Méridien Bangalore\, No 28\, Sankey Road\, Bengaluru\, Karnataka\, 560052\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170519
DTSTAMP:20170413T184226Z
CREATED:20170413T183739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T184226Z
UID:16361-1494892800-1495151999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NCT Asia Pacific 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat NCT Asia Pacific 2017 conference and exhibition will take place May 16-18\, 2017 in Seoul\, Republic of Korea. \nNCT Asia Pacific provides one of the best opportunities to meet with and learn from regional CBRNe experts and stakeholders. The conference will include high-level speakers and governmental delegations invested in CBRNe defense and security in the Asia-Pacific region. \nNCT Asia Pacific will provide updates on CBRNe emergency preparedness and response approaches at various levels. The involvement of first responders and military stakeholders will provide useful perspectives for all attendees against the background of existing CBRNe threat environments. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nCBRNe Threats and Capability Building in the Asia-Pacific\nBiological and Infectious Diseases\nCountering Explosive Threats in Asia Pacific\nRadiological and Nuclear Threats: From Prevention to Recovery\nProtecting borders against CBRNe threats\nTraining and Protecting First-Responders\nProtecting High Visibility Events against CBRNe Threats\n\nKeynote speakers include Commanders of the Republic of Korea’s CBRN Defense Command\, Brig. Gen. Yoo Bong Heo\, and CBRN School\, Brig. Gen. Moon Sung-joon\, Dr. Ron Hann from the USA’s Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)\, as well as Dr. Nam Taek Lee of the Korean BioDefense Research Institute. \nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT Asia Pacific 2017 website for more information and registration. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of NCT Asia Pacific 2017
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-asia-pacific-2017/
LOCATION:Imperial Palace Seoul\, Seoul\, Korea\, Republic Of
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170428
DTSTAMP:20161011T132522Z
CREATED:20161010T171833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T132522Z
UID:15845-1492992000-1493337599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CBRNe Summit Europe 2017
DESCRIPTION:The 4th annual CBRNe Summit Europe will be held 24-27 April\, 2017 in Madrid\, Spain. \nThe region’s leading CBRNe officials will gather at this conference to discuss the latest CBRNe threats and techniques used to respond to attacks. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nMedical Countermeasures\nEuropean CBRNe Capabilities\nCBRNe Forensics\nCBRNe Intelligence and Information Sharing\nStrategies for Countering IEDs\nEuropean C-WMD Policies\n\nThe summit is officially endorsed by the NATO JCBRN Defence Centre of Excellence who provide input into the agenda and assist with inviting key officials from NATO’s member states to take part at the event. \nMore than 200+ participants from across EMEA and the US are expected. \nPlease visit the Intelligence-Sec CBRNe Summit Europe website for more information on how to participate. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of CBRNe Summit Europe
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbrne-summit-europe-2017/
LOCATION:NH Madrid Nacional\, Paseo del Prado 48\, Madrid\, 28014\, Spain
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170421
DTSTAMP:20170203T191123Z
CREATED:20170203T191050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T191123Z
UID:16259-1492646400-1492732799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:DARPA Academic Research Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is sponsoring an Academic Research Roundtable event on April 20\, 2017 in Arlington\, Virginia. \nThe event seeks to dialogue with the broader potential performer community in higher education for the purpose of engaging its members in a dialogue on technology and research opportunities. The event will include discussion of the Agency’s vision and goals\, overviews of each of DARPA’s technical offices by office leadership\, and an explanation of the mechanics of working with DARPA. \nAttendance will be limited to chief research officers (i.e.\, Provost\, Vice President for Research\, Vice Provost for Research\, or equivalent title)\, and only one individual per institution. Given the breadth of DARPA’s mission\, they strongly prefer participation at the university-wide level rather than that of a college or research center. \nAdvance registration is required to attend this event\, and is subject to acceptance by DARPA.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/darpa-academic-research-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:DARPA Conference Center\, 675 N. Randolph Street\, Arlington\, VA\,  22203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170422
DTSTAMP:20170323T173506Z
CREATED:20170323T173417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T173506Z
UID:16336-1492387200-1492819199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Battelle Live-Agent Test Week
DESCRIPTION:Battelle’s Live-Agent Test Week is an opportunity for manufacturers and developers of personal protective equipment to submit their materials for live chemical agent permeation testing at a discounted price. Testing will be conducted in accordance with military standards or NFPA standards based upon individual needs. \nPermeation test data will help accelerate research and development to enable developers to meet critical government test and evaluation requirements or be prepared for certification\, ensuring materials can provide chemical agent protection against mission specific scenarios. \nBattelle offers the following key benefits: \n\nCustomizable testing to meet client’s specific mission scenarios\nChemical agent (CA) availability\nQuick and easy contract/purchase order\nTechnical and financial risk reduction through in-place and approved test plans\, standard operating procedures(SOPs)\, and trained staff\n\nLearn more at the Battelle Live-Agent Test Week website. \nBattelle is an official sponsor of Global Biodefense.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/battelle-live-agent-test-week/
LOCATION:Battelle Memorial Institute\, 505 King Ave.\, Columbus\, OH\, 43201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170331
DTSTAMP:20170128T230326Z
CREATED:20170107T225531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T230326Z
UID:16242-1490745600-1490918399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:ICVMAH - Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health
DESCRIPTION:The 19th International Conference on Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health – ICVMAH 2017 – will be held March 29-30\, 2017 in Paris\, France. \nThe event will gather leading academic scientists\, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results about all aspects of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health. \nHighlighted topic areas include: \n\nAnimal Science and Veterinary Medicine\nDisease Surveillance\, Biosecurity and Emergency Preparedness\nEmerging diseases\, e.g. Avian Influenza\, West Nile Virus\, BSE\nEstablishment of Adequate and Achievable Biosecurity Systems\nEmergency Preparedness Considerations for Natural Disasters and Foreign Animal Diseases\nMass destruction of animals for Disease Control\nJudicious Use of Animal Health Products\nAntimicrobial Use Issues in Companion Animals\nEmerging Therapeutic Products\nInfectious Disease and Immunology\nVeterinary Medicine Issues and Applications\n\nPlease visit the International Animal and Veterinary Sciences Committee website for more information and to register to participate.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/icvmah-veterinary-medicine-animal-health/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Paris – Gare Montparnasse\, 79/\, 81 Avenue du Maine\, Paris\, 75014 \, France
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170329
DTSTAMP:20170128T222412Z
CREATED:20161116T222005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T222412Z
UID:16235-1490400000-1490745599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:ABRF 2017 - Biomolecular Resource Facilities
DESCRIPTION:The International Symposium of the Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities – ABRF 2017 – will be held March 25-28\, 2017 in San Diego\, California. \nCore facilities are uniquely positioned to lead efforts to develop and optimize workflows for the generation of reproducible data\, as well as to implement and disseminate these methods among laboratories. Meeting attendees will have the opportunity to be inspired by recent scientific advances\, as well as to gain practical knowledge on implementing methodologies today in order to support future discoveries. \nHighlighted presentations and session topics include: \n\nResearch Development & Core Facilities Infrastructure\nNIBIB’s Section on High Resolution Optical Imaging\nChemical Proteomics reveals the Target Space of Hundreds of Clinical Kinase Inhibitors\nABRF Genome Editing Research Group (GERG)\nIntegrated Core Model\nGenome Engineering Using CRISPR/Cas9\nImaging Mass Spectrometry\nNIH/Federal Policy Updates\nPRG quality control\, PSRG sequencing of unknown proteins\nManagement for Scientists\nElectron Cryo-Microscopy (Cryo-EM)\nGalaxy Platform for Metaproteomic Characterization of Microbiomes\nCurrent Status and Challenges in Lipidomics Based Biomarker Development\n\nPlease visit the Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities 2017 website for more information and to register to attend.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/abrf-2017-biomolecular-resource-facilities/
LOCATION:Town and Country Resort Hotel\, 500 Hotel Circle North\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170326
DTSTAMP:20170128T220812Z
CREATED:20161207T220308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T220812Z
UID:16232-1490140800-1490486399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Innovative Microbial Ecology for Mitigation of Antibiotic Resistance
DESCRIPTION:The ASM Conference on Innovative Microbial Ecology for Mitigation of Antibiotic Resistance and Bacterial Diseases will be held March 22-25\, 2017 in Crystal City\, Virginia. \nThis all-new ASM will discuss cutting-edge scientific findings on the ecology of antibiotic resistant microorganisms and innovative mitigation strategies in food\, agriculture and medicine. Join your peers from around the world at this event for valuable learning and networking opportunities. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nAntibiotic Resistance and Mitigation: The Path to Where We are Today\nDiscovering and Modulating Antimicrobial Compounds\nAntibiotic Resistance: A New Comprehensive Picture\nAssessing Microbiomes in Complex Ecosystems\nBurdens in Hospitals and Clinics\nCommensal Bacteria: Key Players in Antibiotic Resistance Ecology\nTargeted Mitigation of AR and Bacterial Diseases – What Do We Know and Don’t Know\nImpact of Mitigation Strategies on Bacterial Disease Prevention and Treatment\nBiofilm and Cystic Fibrosis\nEnterococci\, AR and HGT\nClostridium Difficile and Gut Microbiota\nFoodborne Pathogens: AR and Fitness\n\nPlease visit ASM’s Innovative Microbial Ecology for Mitigation of Antibiotic Resistance and Bacterial Diseases conference website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/innovative-microbial-ecology-mitigation-antibiotic-resistance/
LOCATION:Crystal Gateway Marriott\, 1700 Jefferson Davis Highway\, Arlington\, VA\, 22202\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170323
DTSTAMP:20240118T174502Z
CREATED:20170202T194346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174502Z
UID:16256-1490140800-1490227199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense Master’s Open House
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will host a Master’s Open House on March 22\, 2017 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in Arlington\, Virginia. \nThe event will provide an overview of available master’s degree programs and highlight GMU’s world-class faculty and research. Admissions and student services staff will be on hand to answer questions. \nLearn more about GMU’s Biodefense graduate programs here. \nPlease visit the George Mason University website to register for the Open House. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-masters-open-house-4/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170324
DTSTAMP:20170128T201807Z
CREATED:20161102T191301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T201807Z
UID:16229-1490054400-1490313599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NCT Asia & SISPAT 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat (NCT) CBRNE Asia\, NCT Explosive Asia and the 8th Singapore International Symposium on Protection Against Toxic Substances (SISPAT) events will be hosted concurrently on March 21-23\, 2017 in Singapore. \nCo-organized by the DSO National Laboratories from Singapore and IB Consultancy\, the three conferences will have one shared exhibition showcasing the latest equipment from the global CBRN and C-IED/EOD industries. \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nMedical responses to CBRNe accidents\nCBRN Diagnostic and Surveillance\nBiologics Based Therapeutics\nCBRN Threat Prediction and Analysis\nCBRN Hazard Modelling and Simulation\nCommand and Control of CBRNe Emergencies\nDetecting the threat: developments in CBRNe Detection\nCBRN Verification and Forensics\n\nPlease visit the NCT Asia & SISPAT conference website for more information on how to participate.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-asia-sispat-2017/
LOCATION:Marina Bay Sands Singapore\, 10 Bayfront Avenue\, Singapore\, 018956\, Singapore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170323
DTSTAMP:20170223T002926Z
CREATED:20170128T200103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170223T002926Z
UID:16227-1490054400-1490227199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium 2017
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Strategies Institute will host the 2017 Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium on March 21-22\, 2017 in Alexandria\, Virginia. \nThis 5th Annual iteration will continue the format of stakeholder townhall-style engagement on the most pressing issues for civilian and military CBRN defense planners and operational managers. \nThe agenda is designed to allow for ample networking opportunities and the ability to discover some of the latest technologies related to Chemical and Biological Defense\, Detection & Disease Surveillance\, Integrated Logistics Support Center\, training\, as well as Contamination Avoidance\, and Transformational Medical Technologies. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nJoseph L. Corriveau\, Ph.D.\, SES\, Director\, U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center (ECBC)\nRear Admiral Scott B. Jerabek\, Deputy Director\, Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)\nJohn Fischer\, Director\, Chemical and Biological Defense Division\, HSARPA\nL. Wayne Brasure\, Director\, DHS Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO)\n\nHighlighted topic areas include: \n\nMaintaining biosurveillance systems\nRapid development\, testing\, and fielding of CBRN defensive capabilities\nDecision support data methodologies at multiple levels of leadership\nPublic heath IT & biomedical interoperability with legacy healthcare\nAdvanced threat decontamination\n\nPlease visit the Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium website for more information. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the 2017 Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/2017-joint-civil-dod-cbrn-symposium/
LOCATION:Mary M. Gates Learning Center\, 701 N. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170323
DTSTAMP:20170108T205335Z
CREATED:20161031T045134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170108T205335Z
UID:15917-1490054400-1490227199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Infection Control\, Sterilization & Decontamination in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Infection Control\, Sterilization & Decontamination in Healthcare Congress will be held March 21-22\, 2017 in London\, UK. \nThe event provides a platform for experts from hospitals\, academia\, and government institutions to discuss innovations\, challenges\, and future aspects of infection control\, decontamination\, and sterilization. \nHighlighted conference topics include: \n\nEffective policies for staff training and management in hospitals\nInfection control practice in isolation facility\nWaterborne infections in hospitals\nEffective ways for investigation and validation of infections\nProtein residue detection in sterilization\nSetting standards for training in manual handling of surgical instruments\nHandling robotic surgery equipment for cleaning and sterilization\nAdherence to GS1 standards in use of consumables for infection prevention\nWays of improving and maintaining water quality standards\n\nPlease visit MnM Conferences’ Infection Control 2017 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/infection-control-sterilization-decontamination-healthcare/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170322
DTSTAMP:20161104T182431Z
CREATED:20161104T182431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161104T182431Z
UID:15941-1489968000-1490140799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Superbugs & Superdrugs 2017
DESCRIPTION:The 19th Annual Superbugs & Superdrugs annual global event will be held March 20-21\, 2017 in London\, UK. \nThe industry’s premier event on antibiotic resistance will provide a perfect platform for its growing “superbugs” community to network\, exchange novel solutions and consolidate current strategies. \nExpanding horizons on the growing threat of anti-microbial resistance (AMR) for almost two decades\, the flagship show in the global Superbugs portfolio of events will once again play host to an international audience of scientific leaders\, funding bodies and drug discovery specialists\, providing a focal point to push industry collaboration through updates on clinical advancements and investment opportunities. \nThe threat of AMR is regularly making front page news but what is the industry actually doing? Are drug manufacturers any closer to finding a solution and how is the government helping? These will be just some of the questions answered through powerful keynote addresses delivered by an expert panel of speakers from big pharma\, biotech\, industry and leading government bodies including BARDA\, the FDA\, GSK\, Actelion and more. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nThe latest developments in antimicrobial peptides\nGround-breaking innovations in antibacterial chemotherapy\nComprehensive overview of government funding initiatives\nA showcase on novel approaches to enabling antibacterial activity against Gram-negative pathogens\nGuidance on antibiotic stewardship\nUpdates on clinical progress\nNew spotlight on animal models in drug discovery\nHand on training through CPD certified interactive workshops\n\nIn addition\, the Director of the FDA Antibiotics Division will present the regulatory perspective on antibacterial drug development. \nTo register visit http://www.superbugssuperdrugs.com/globalbiodefense. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of SMi Group’s Superbugs & Superdrugs 2017.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/superbugs-superdrugs-2017-smi-group/
LOCATION:Copthorne Tara Hotel\, Kensington\, London\, W8 5SR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170309
DTSTAMP:20170203T192456Z
CREATED:20161228T183445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170203T192456Z
UID:16223-1488931200-1489017599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:DARPA Academic Research Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting an Academic Research Roundtable event on March 8\, 2017 in Arlington\, Virginia. \nThe event aims to engage in dialogue on technology and research opportunities\, with DARPA representatives providing an overview of Agency vision and goals and technical focus areas\, and an explanation of the mechanics of working with DARPA. \nAttendance will be limited to 40 chief research officers (i.e.\, Provost\, Vice President for Research\, Vice Provost for Research\, or equivalent title)\, and only one individual per institution. \nAdvance registration is required to attend this event. \nDue to high demand\, DARPA has added a second event\, scheduled for April 20. 
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/darpa-academic-research-roundtable/
LOCATION:DARPA Conference Center\, 675 N. Randolph Street\, Arlington\, VA\,  22203\, United States
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170309
DTSTAMP:20170128T175132Z
CREATED:20161030T164751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T175132Z
UID:16220-1488844800-1489017599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Military Medicine Partnership Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) will host the 2017 Military Medicine Partnership Conference and Expo March 7-8\, 2017 in Ellicott City\, Maryland. \nThis event gathers stakeholders from industry and academia to learn more about the DoD medical research\, development\, test & evaluation missions\, programs and gap areas and to better understand the complexities of military medicine in the environment within which the military operates. \nRoundtable topics and conference focus areas include: \n\nMilitary Operational Medicine\nMilitary Infectious Diseases\nMedical Simulation and Information Sciences\nPublic-Private Collaboration in the Pharmaceutical Industry\nCombat Casualty Care\nClinical and Rehabilitative Medicine\n\nPlease visit NDIA’s Military Medicine Partnership Conference and Expo website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/military-medicine-partnership-conference/
LOCATION:Turf Valley Hotel and Convention Center\, 2700 Turf Valley Road\, Ellicott City\, MD\, 21042\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170308
DTSTAMP:20170128T224835Z
CREATED:20161215T224111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T224835Z
UID:16238-1488844800-1488931199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Space & CBRNE Threats Joint Workhop
DESCRIPTION:A Joint Workshop on Space and CBRNE (Chemical\, Biological\, Radiological\, Nuclear and Explosive) threats will be held on March 7\, 2017 in Noordwijk\, The Netherlands. \nThe event\, hosted jointly by the European Space Agency (ESA) and European Defence Agency (EDA)\, will  gather stakeholders to discuss the possible role of space services in addressing CBRNE risks\, to inform the stakeholder and user community about completed and on-going initiatives in the CBRNE domain and to announce the upcoming Invitation to Tender (ITT) on Space Based Services in Support of CBRNE operations. \nParticipation is particularly encouraged from ESA and EDA (participating) Member States\, users operating in both civilian and security environment (e.g. Ministries of Defence\, first responder organizations)\, experts\, service providers and technology providers who are involved in the CBRNE domain. \nAttendees should have an interest in exploiting space systems for providing fast and accurate response to CBRNE threats\, increasing public situational awareness\, enhancing prediction and early warning. \nPlease visit the ESA’s Space and CBRNE Threats Joint Workshop website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/space-cbrne-threats-joint-workhop/
LOCATION:European Space Research and Technology Center (ESTEC)\, Keplerlaan 1\, Noordwijk\, 2201\, Netherlands
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170305
DTSTAMP:20170128T161644Z
CREATED:20170128T161644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170128T161644Z
UID:16218-1488326400-1488671999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Mechanisms of Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural American Society for Microbiology ASM Conference on Mechanisms of Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition will be held March 1-4\, 2017 in Washington\, DC. \nThe event will provide an overview of the exciting new research on cooperation and competition in microbes\, from the detailed study of mechanism up to complex microbial communities and their interactions with a host. \nHighlighted presentation topics include: \n\nType VI Secretion and Competence in Vibrio Cholera\nEvolution and Ecology of Competition Via the Type VI Secretion System\nMutual Inhibition Drives Kin Discrimination in Bacillus subtilis\nCompetition Sensing and Antibiotic Production in Streptomyces\nCooperation During Biofilm Formation in Pseudomonas Aeruginosa\nQuorum Sensing\, Cooperation and Cheating in Bacteria\nPredators and Prey: The Effects of Phage on Bacterial Communities\nThe Evolution of Cooperation Within the Gut Microbiota\nThe Ecology of Microbiome Communities\nThe Host as a Master Manipulator: IgA and the Microbiota\n\nPlease visit ASM’s Conference on Mechanisms of Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition website for more information and to register to participate.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/mechanisms-interbacterial-cooperation-competition/
LOCATION:Omni Shoreham Hotel\, 2500 Calvert St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170301
DTSTAMP:20170127T022052Z
CREATED:20170120T021706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170127T022052Z
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SUMMARY:FBI-CDC Criminal-Epidemiological Investigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A FBI-CDC Criminal-Epidemiological Investigation Workshop will be held February 27-28\, 2017 in Honolulu\, Hawaii. \nHosted by the FBI Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Directorate and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\, the event aims to enhance collaboration between the public health and law enforcement personnel. \nThe 2-day workshop includes classroom presentations\, breakout group sessions\, and a tabletop exercise to promote the Crim-Epi Model for conducting joint investigations during a suspicious biological incident \nTo register for this free workshop\, interested attendees should contact their local FBI WMD Coordinator for registration information\, or email FBI Program Manager\, SSA Kelly Shannon. \nInformation courtesy of the National Association of County & City Health Officials (NACCHO)
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/fbi-cdc-criminal-epidemiological-investigation-workshop/
LOCATION:TBA – Honolulu\, Honolulu\, HI\, United States
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