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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161012
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SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense PhD Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will be hosting a PhD Information Session on Wednesday\, October 12\, 2016\, 2016 from 7:00pm-8:30pm in Fairfax\, Virginia. \nDrawing on world-class original research and high-level practical experience\, GMU faculty prepare students to be creative and effective participants in policy-making and political discourse.  By working closely with these faculty to conduct research that influences decisions at the local\, national and international levels\, GMU PhD graduates emerge prepared for high-powered careers in the public\, private\, and nonprofit sectors. \nPlease visit the GMU Biodefense Pandora Report website for more information. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-phd-information-session-2/
LOCATION:George Mason University Johnson Center\, 4400 University Dr.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22030\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161008
DTSTAMP:20160803T015349Z
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SUMMARY:EMS World Expo 2016
DESCRIPTION:The EMS World Expo 2016 is scheduled to take place October 3-7\, 2016 in New Orleans\, LA. \nThe event offers the latest products and technologies for emergency medical services\, as well as more than 130 CEU sessions across 8 tracks led by industry experts. \nThe event is hosted in partnership with the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT). \nPlease visit the EMS World Expo 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/ems-world-expo-2016/
LOCATION:Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Convention Center\, 900 Convention Center Blvd\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161006
DTSTAMP:20160803T013122Z
CREATED:20160603T194339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T013122Z
UID:14621-1475193600-1475711999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:ABSA Biological Safety 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 59th Annual Biological Safety Conference (ABSA 2016) will be held September 30 – October 5\, 2016 in Grapevine\, Texas. \nThe event offers subject-matter-expert keynotes\, papers\, panels and exhibits highlighting best practices and hands-on skills crucial for today’s biosafety and biosecurity professionals \nAn intensive preconference educational course offering is also available. \nPlease visit the ABSA 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/absa-biological-safety-2016/
LOCATION:Gaylord Texan Resort\, 1501 Gaylord Trail\, Grapevine\, TX\, 76051\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160929
DTSTAMP:20160908T230805Z
CREATED:20160814T222444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160908T230805Z
UID:15690-1474848000-1475107199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NCT CBRNe Middle East 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat NCT CBRNe Middle East 2016 conference event will be held September 26-28 in Kuwait City\, Kuwait. \nNCT CBRNe Middle East provides one of the best opportunities to meet with and learn from regional CBRNe experts and stakeholders. Taking place in a region which has repeatedly been endangered by the proliferation and usage of nuclear and chemical weapons\, the event will address these enduring threats to regional and international security\, and methods for military special forces and first responders to prepare for a variety of response and mitigation scenarios. \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nUpcoming Biosafety/Biosecurity Challenges and Innovative Analysis Solutions\nLessons Learned in Countering the Threat of Chemical Weapons in Syria and Iraq\nCBRNe Challenges and Civil-Military Response in the Middle East\nProtecting Critical Infrastructures and Industrial Cities against CBRNe Threats\nRequirements in CBRN Resilience and Response\nMass Gathering Events: Enhancing Preparedness Through CBRNe Monitoring and Training\nRadiological and Nuclear Threats: From Prevention to Threat Mitigation\n\nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT CBRNe Middle East website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-cbrne-middle-east-2016/
LOCATION:Radisson Blu Hotel Kuwait\, Al Bida Road Al Ta’awn Street\, Kuwait City\, Kuwait
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160929
DTSTAMP:20160803T012704Z
CREATED:20160604T134032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T012704Z
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SUMMARY:Research to Diagnostics 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)\, Single Cell Analysis (SCA)\, Single Molecule Analysis (SMA) & Mass Spectrometry: Research to Diagnostics 2016 conference will be held September 26-28\, 2016 in San Diego\, California. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nFlow Cytometry\, FISH and Technologies for Single Cell Analysis (SCA)\nFront-end Sample Preparation for NGS — Challenges with Clinic Samples\nMicrofluidic Devices for Single Cell Analysis (SCA)\nNGS in Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)\nNGS on Rare Cells (such as Circulating Tumor Cells)\nSample Preparation for Mass Spectrometry\nLC/MS for Clinical Diagnostics\nMass Spectrometry for Biofluid Biomarker Analysis\nSingle Cell Analysis (SCA) and Single Molecule Analysis (SMA) for Diagnostics Development\nSingle Cell Analysis (SCA) and Single Molecule Analysis (SMA) in CNS Diseases\nSingle Cell Transcriptomics and Proteomics\n\nRegistered conference delegates have access to the additional co-located parallel conferences: \n\nLab-on-a-Chip\, Microfluidics & Microarray World Congress 2016\nPoint-of-Care Diagnostics & Global Health World Congress 2016\n\nPlease visit the Next-Generation Sequencing\, Single Cell Analysis\, Single Molecule Analysis & Mass Spectrometry website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/research-diagnostics-2016/
LOCATION:San Diego Marriott Mission Valley\, 8757 Rio San Diego Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160929
DTSTAMP:20160803T012315Z
CREATED:20160604T024618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T012315Z
UID:14625-1474848000-1475107199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Point-of-Care Diagnostics 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Point-of-Care Diagnostics & Global Health World Congress 2016 will be held September 26-28\, 2016 in San Diego\, California. \nThis conference will provide an overview of the point-of-care (POC) testing landscape\, from novel technologies to regulatory approval.  Experts in these fields will share their views on point-of-care in the clinical setting. \nThe aim of this meeting is to bring together life science researchers that work at the interface between biology and chemistry and technology development to discuss problems\, highlight solutions and facilitating collaborations. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nEmerging Technologies and Emerging Companies Showcase\nPOC Diagnostics for Global Health: A Worldwide Perspective\nPoint-of-Care Diagnostics in Infectious Disease Testing\nThe Impact of Microfluidics/Lab-on-a-Chip Technologies for Point-of-Care (POC) Diagnostics Applications\nCentrifugal Microfluidics\nLow-Cost POC Devices for Deployment Worldwide\nPaper-based Microfluidics\nPOC Diagnostics in Resource-Limited Settings\nUsing Microfluidics to Capture and Interrogate Various Analyte Classes for POC Testing\nWorldwide Regulatory Trends\nHurdles in the Deployment of POC Testing\n\nRegistered conference delegates have access to the additional co-located parallel conferences: \n\nLab-on-a-Chip\, Microfluidics & Microarray World Congress 2016\nNext-Generation Sequencing (NGS)\, Single Cell Analysis (SCA)\, Single Molecule Analysis (SMA) & Mass Spectrometry: Research to Diagnostics 2016\n\nPlease visit the Point-of-Care Diagnostics & Global Health World Congress 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/point-of-care-diagnostics/
LOCATION:San Diego Marriott Mission Valley\, 8757 Rio San Diego Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160929
DTSTAMP:20160803T012123Z
CREATED:20160604T022959Z
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UID:14623-1474848000-1475107199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Lab-on-a-Chip 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Lab-on-a-Chip (LOAC) Microfluidics & Microarrays World Congress 2016 will be held September 26-28\, 2016 in San Diego\, California. \nThe event explores the latest advances and applications\, from life science research to point-of-care diagnostics and organs-on-a-chip. An exhibition covering the latest technological advances and associated products and services from leading solution providers will also be offered. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\n3D-Printing\, Biofabrication and Bioprinting using Microfluidics\nBiometric Sensors\nCentrifugal Microfluidics\nDevelopments in Materials and Microfabrication Technologies\nLOAC Device Manufacturing\, Standardization\, and Commercialization\nMicrofluidic/LOAC Device Manufacturing: Technologies and Companies Showcase\nNew Entrants from Around the World Expand the Market Opportunities for LOAC/Microfluidics\nDigital Microfluidics\nDroplet Microfluidics\nMicrofluidics/Lab-on-a-Chip for Point-of-Care (POC) Diagnostics Applications\nMicrofluidics/LOAC for Global Public Health and Infectious Disease Monitoring\nMicrofluidics/LOAC: Life Science Research Applications\n\nRegistered delegates will have access to the other co-located and concurrent conference tracks: \n\nPoint-of-Care Diagnostics & Global Health World Congress 2016\nNext-Generation Sequencing (NGS)\, Single-Cell Analysis (SCA)\, Single Molecule Analysis (SMA) & Mass Spectrometry: Research to Diagnostics 2016\n\nPlease visit Select Bio’s Lab-on-a-Chip 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/lab-on-a-chip-microfluidics/
LOCATION:San Diego Marriott Mission Valley\, 8757 Rio San Diego Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92108\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160923
DTSTAMP:20160803T011029Z
CREATED:20160604T144659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T011029Z
UID:14628-1474156800-1474588799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:ICTMM 2016 Tropical Medicine
DESCRIPTION:The ICTMM 2016 International Congress for Tropical Medicine and Malaria will be held September 18-22\, 2016 in Brisbane\, Australia. \nThe ICTMM 2016 program is comprised of two major conferences: \n\nAustralian Society of Parasitology (ASP) Annual Conference 2016\nAustralasian Society for Infectious Diseases (ASID) Zoonoses 2016 Conference\n\nThe event will incorporate presentations from internationally and nationally renowned speakers\, prominent researchers and early career scholars who will address topics related to major infectious diseases prevalent in the tropics. \nHighlighted sessions and topics include: \n\nWHO Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases\nNew Potential Candidate Drugs for Malaria\nImpact of Global Environmental Change On Infectious Diseases\nVector Biology\nDisease Control Economics and Environment\nANZMIG Mycology\nMalaria Drugs and Drug Resistance\nEmerging Zika Virus\nParasites in CNS Disease\nInternational Journal for Parasitology Drugs and Drug Resistance\nMalaria Call and Molecular Biology\nRheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease\nInfection Control Practices\nSoil Transmitted Helminths\nTravel Medicine and Indigenous Health\nClinical Tropical Medicine in Australia\nDNDI-MMV Special Symposium: Open Source Drug Discovery\nFood and Water Sustainability\nNovel Methods in Modelling and Mapping of Infectious Diseases\nASP Parasite Diagnostics\nTelemedicine & Remote Medicine\nPaediatrics in the Tropics\n\nPlease visit the ICTMM 2016 conference website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/ictmm-2016-tropical-medicine/
LOCATION:Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre\, Merivale St & Glenelg Street\, South Brisbane\, QLD 4101\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160916
DTSTAMP:20240118T174633Z
CREATED:20160904T192940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174633Z
UID:15662-1473897600-1473983999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense Master’s Open House
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will be hosting a Master’s Open House on September 15\, 2016 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. \nThe event will provide an overview of available master’s degree programs\, highlight GMU’s world-class faculty and research. Admissions and student services staff will be on hand to answer questions. \nAdditional Master’s Open House events will be available at the same time and location on Wednesday\, October 19 and Thursday\, November 10. \nPlease visit the GMU Biodefense Pandora Report website for more information. \n  \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-masters-open-house-1/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160908
DTSTAMP:20240118T174623Z
CREATED:20160904T201307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T174623Z
UID:15681-1473206400-1473292799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:GMU Biodefense PhD Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University (GMU) Schar School of Policy and Government will be hosting a PhD Information Session on Wednesday\, September 7\, 2016 from 7:00pm-8:30pm in Arlington\, Virginia. \nDrawing on world-class original research and high-level practical experience\, GMU faculty prepare students to be creative and effective participants in policy-making and political discourse.  By working closely with these faculty to conduct research that influences decisions at the local\, national and international levels\, GMU PhD graduates emerge prepared for high-powered careers in the public\, private\, and nonprofit sectors. \nPlease visit the GMU Biodefense Pandora Report website for more information. \n  \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the GMU Biodefense program.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/gmu-biodefense-phd-information-session/
LOCATION:George Mason University Founders Hall\, 3351 Fairfax Drive\, Arlington\, VA\, 22201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160828
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160902
DTSTAMP:20160803T010509Z
CREATED:20160605T202110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T010509Z
UID:14645-1472342400-1472774399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:IDRC Davos 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 6th International Disaster and Risk Conference IDRC Davos 2016 will be held August 28 – September 1\, 2016 in Davos\, Switzerland. \nThe event\, organized by GRF Davos\, attempts to find solutions to today’s challenges by managing risks\, reducing disasters and adapting to climate change. \nFocusing on a multi-sectors\, multi-stakeholders and multi-disciplines approach IDRC helps to build stronger ties with adequate public-private partnership models among risk management communities and sectors\, enabling a move towards a truly integrative way of thinking about disasters and risks. \nThe conference outcomes shall contribute to a successful implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 (SF DRR) to reduce disaster risks from all natural\, biological\, technological and social hazards and risks. \nHighlighted topic areas include: \n\nTerrorism\nEnvironmental/ biological risks\nSovereign risk financing tools\, insurance\nHarmonization of DRR and climate change adaptation\nVulnerability and resilience\nSafety and security\nEducation\, training\, capacity building\n\nPlease visit the IDRC Davos 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/idrc-davos-2016/
LOCATION:Davos Congress Centre\, Talstrasse 49a\, Davos Platz\, 7270\, Switzerland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160823
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160826
DTSTAMP:20160803T010100Z
CREATED:20160719T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T010100Z
UID:14900-1471910400-1472169599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Health Communication\, Marketing\, and Media
DESCRIPTION:The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)\, the National Public Health Information Coalition\, and the Society for Health Communication will host the 10th annual National Conference on Health Communication\, Marketing\, and Media from August 23 – 25\, 2016 in Atlanta\, GA. \nThis conference brings together individuals representing academia\, public health researchers and practitioners from federal and state government and the private sector in a forum focused on the future of health communication\, marketing\, and media practice. \nEmerging trends\, applications\, and lessons learned that can contribute to the success of health communication and marketing programs will be discussed\, including the use of internet and new communication technologies (e.g.\, digital productions such as podcasts and video games\, social media\, SMS texting). \nPlease visit the CDC’s conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/health-communication-marketing-media/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Atlanta\, 265 Peachtree street NE\, Atlanta\, 30303\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160821
DTSTAMP:20160803T005631Z
CREATED:20160604T183426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T005631Z
UID:14637-1471392000-1471737599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Fire Rescue International 2016
DESCRIPTION:The International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) – FRI 2016 Fire Rescue International conference will be held August 17-20\, 2016 in San Antonio\, Texas. \nThis annual event features extensive exhibits\, educational tracks and panel discussions among fire chiefs on topics important to fire and emergency service leaders. \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nBasic Terrorism Awareness for the Fire Services\nCurrent Terrorist Threats\, Tactics\, Techniques and Procedures\nNational Counterterrorism Center Panel Discussion\nSpecial Events Management and the Fire and Emergency Services\nEnhanced Decision-Making During Initial Operations at Surge Events\nCollaboration During Disasters: A Qualitative Multiple-Case Study\nInitial Incident Command for Special Operations Responses\n\nPlease visit the FRI 2016 Fire Rescue International website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/fri-2016-fire-rescue/
LOCATION:Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center\, 200 E Market St\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78205\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160819
DTSTAMP:20160802T230211Z
CREATED:20160719T162305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160802T230211Z
UID:14901-1471219200-1471564799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Military Health System Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 2016 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) will be held August 15-18\, 2016 in Kissimmee\, Florida. \nThe MHSRS provides a scholarly forum for the planning and development of future studies aimed at optimizing care for members of the Uniformed Services in operational settings. Held in a collaborative\, joint setting\, it enables military medical care providers with deployment experience to exchange information with Department of Defense and academic scientists\, international partners\, and industry. \nThe event offers 40+ scientific breakout sessions and over 1\,000 poster presentations. Highlighted topic areas include: \n\nImpact of infectious disease on military operations\nOCONUS disease surveillance\nEmerging viral infectious diseases to include Zika virus\, MersCoV\, Chikungunya\nCase reports of specific diseases (malaria\, dengue\, travelers’ diarrhea)\nOngoing efforts in product development of diagnostics\, therapeutics\, and vaccines\nHistorical infection challenges in trainees (influenza\, adenovirus\, group A Strep)\nCurrent surveillance data in trainee populations\nRe-emergence of naturally occurring viral infectious diseases in DoD personnel to include norovirus\, measles and mumps\nMedical countermeasures against acute radiation exposure\nImpact of skin and soft tissue infections in DoD personnel\nSurveillance and characterization of drug resistance in acute/chronic wound infections\nStem cell therapeutics and their utility in treatment of wound infections\nOutcome of DoD interventions during Ebola support deployments\nMicrobiome as a surveillance tool\nFuture impact of viral vaccines on DoD readiness\n\nPlease visit the Military Health System Research Symposium website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/military-health-system-research-symposium/
LOCATION:Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center\, 6000 W Osceola Pkwy\, Kissimmee\, FL\, 34746\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160731
DTSTAMP:20160803T040835Z
CREATED:20160204T171236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T040835Z
UID:14636-1469577600-1469923199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Aspen Security Forum 2016
DESCRIPTION:The annual Aspen Security Forum will be held July 27-30\, 2016 in Aspen\, Colorado. \nThis event explores the current security issues with top level present and former government officials from all relevant agencies such as the Departments of Homeland Security\, Defense\, State\, Justice\, and the Treasury; as well leaders from industry\, think tanks and academia. \nHighlighted participants include: \n\nUS Army Chief of Staff General Mark Milley\nTransportation Security Administration Administrator Peter Neffenger\nFormer Director of National Intelligence John Negroponte\nAssistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs Victoria Nuland\nNational Counterterrorism Center Director Nicholas Rasmussen\nAssistant Attorney General for National Security John Carlin\nDirector of National Intelligence James Clapper\nEuropean Union Counterterrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove\nUnited Nations Special Envoy for Syria Staffan de Mistura\nChairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph Dunford\nAmbassador of Iraq to the United States Lukman Faily\nCenter on National Security at Fordham University of Law Director Karen Greenberg\nAssistant Secretary of the Treasury for Intelligence and Analysis S. Leslie Ireland\nAmbassador of the Russian Federation to the United States Sergey Kislyak\nAdministrator for the National Nuclear Security Administration Lt Gen Frank Klotz\nFormer British Secret Intelligence Service Chief John Scarlett\nUS Representative for California’s 28th Congressional District Adam Schiff\nUnder Secretary of State for Civilian Security\, Democracy\, and Human Rights Sarah Sewall\nAssistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs Elissa Slotkin\nNational Intelligence Council Chairman Gregory Treverton\nAmbassador of Germany to the United States Peter Wittig\n\nThe event is hosted in partnership with CNN\, presents the seventh annual Aspen Security Forum\, and a live stream will be available at http://aspensecurityforum.org/media/. \nPlease visit the Aspen Security Conference for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/aspen-security-forum/
LOCATION:Aspen Meadows Resort\, 845 Meadows Road\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160722
DTSTAMP:20160803T041609Z
CREATED:20160604T152857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T041609Z
UID:14632-1468886400-1469145599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NACCHO 2016
DESCRIPTION:The National Association of County and City Health Officials NACCHO Annual Conference 2016 will be held July 19-21\, 2016 in Phoenix\, Arizona. \nThis event is the largest gathering of local health department leaders and other public health professionals in the United States\, drawing an average of 1\,300 attendees. Attendees also include NACCHO’s partners from other national public health organizations and associations\, representatives from state and federal agencies and schools of public health\, and leaders of state associations of county and city health officials. \nNACCHO Annual offers strategies\, tactics\, and hands-on experience and innovative solutions for the challenges that local health departments face\, including emerging thinking on accountable care organizations\, community health needs assessment\, community benefit program practices\, evidence-based practices\, and the social determinants of health. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nEmergency Communication Strategies for Equity in Medical Countermeasure Access\nVector-Borne Disease Control Programs\nFederal Policy Perspectives: Collaborating to Strengthen Local Public Health\nFoundational Public Health Services Framework in Metropolitan Agencies\nThe Role of Local Health Departments in Supporting Health in All Policies\nStrengthening Capacity for Foodborne Illness Surveillance and Outbreak Response\n\nPlease visit the NACCHO Annual Conference 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/naccho-public-health-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Sheraton Grand Phoenix\, 340 N 3rd St\, Phoenix\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160723
DTSTAMP:20160803T041758Z
CREATED:20160409T002521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T041758Z
UID:14288-1468800000-1469231999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Pinnacle 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Pinnacle 2016 EMS Leadership Conference will be held July 18-22\, 2016 in San Antonio\, Texas. \nPinnacle is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together leaders who want to discover innovative solutions\, and understand the real potential for Emergency Medical Services as an essential hub of the healthcare system. \nHighlighted sessions and presentations include: \n\nEMS Speaks: Overcoming the Obstacles to Innovation\nCMS Innovation Grants — A Report from the Front Lines of MIH-CP\nUsing Hospital Data to Measure EMS Performance\nClinical Best Practices: What Does the Latest Research Tell Us?\nWhat Leaders Need to Know to Manage Legal Risk in 2016\nBreaking Through: 5 Case Studies in Innovation\nPinnacle Insights: Just-In-Time Topics for EMS Executives\nPutting Performance Measures to Work\nMitigating Safety Risks—What’s a Leader to Do?\nHow to Educate Community Leaders About Fire Service Design\n\nPlease visit the Pinnacle 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/pinnacle-2016/
LOCATION:JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort\, 23808 Resort Pkwy\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78261\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160701
DTSTAMP:20160803T042354Z
CREATED:20160408T214838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T042354Z
UID:14286-1466985600-1467331199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Biodefense World Summit 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Knowledge Foundation’s Second Annual Biodefense World Summit will take place June 27-30\, 2016 in Baltimore\, Maryland. \nThe event 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 presentation and session topics include: \n\nThe Biosurveillance Vision for JPEO\nDeveloping a Strategy for Rapid Response to Emerging Threats\nBioWatch: The Future of Biodetection\nSuccess and Hurdles in Biosurveillance Knowledge Exchange: Beyond Collecting Data Sets\nEstablishing FDA-ARGOS for Regulation of Sequencing-Based Diagnostics for Infectious Diseases\nNGS Microbial Forensics at the Point-of-Need\nAdvancing Bacteriophage-Based Detection of Pathogens\nPhotonic/Magnetic Nano-Explorers for Fast Bio-Analysis and Nano-Diagnostics\nThe Changing Landscape of Food Safety in Public Health – Genomics and Metagenomics\nTranslating Viral Hemorrhagic Fever Research to Actionable Diagnostic Applications\nEbola Outbreak 2014-2015: Experiences in Sample Preparation and Rapid Diagnosis\nClimate Change\, Emerging Infectious Diseases and Community Health Resilience\nPathogen Biomarkers for Rapid Clinical Diagnosis in POC\nThird Generation Sequencing for Rapid Biosurveillance\nDrop-n-Go Malaria Molecular Diagnosis\nA Smartphone Colorimetric Microplate Reader for Point-of-Care ELISA Quantification\nEuropean Initiative to Set Guidelines for Testing on Field Detection Equipment\nIntegrative Biosurveillance in High Burden of Disease Populations\nTranslation Challenges in POC Field Readiness\nImmunosignatures: A Simple\, Host-Based Diagnostic System\nBulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) Bio-Sensor Technology for Liquid Environments\nChallenges and Opportunities in Translation of Biodetection Technologies\n\nPlease visit the Biodefense World Summit website 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-2016/
LOCATION:Hilton Baltimore\, 401 West Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160621
DTSTAMP:20160803T043216Z
CREATED:20160420T001808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T043216Z
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SUMMARY:ASM Microbe 2016
DESCRIPTION:The ASM Microbe 2016 conference is scheduled to take place June 16-20\, 2016 in Boston\, Massachusetts. \nThe event draws more than 10\,000 attendees\, and features over 250 sessions and more than 3\,500 posters. ASM Microbe is the largest gathering of microbiologists in the world and the premier global event that showcases the best in microbial sciences. \nThe event focuses on: \n\nApplied and Environmental Science\nClinical Science and Epidemiology\nEcological and Evolutionary Science\, Host-Microbe Biology\nMolecular Biology and Physiology\nTherapeutics and Prevention\nProfession of Microbiology\n\nPlease visit the ASM Microbe 2016 website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/asm-microbe-2016/
LOCATION:Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)\, 415 Summer St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160620
DTSTAMP:20160803T042628Z
CREATED:20160529T001724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T042628Z
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SUMMARY:IAFC Hazmat 2016
DESCRIPTION:The IAFC Hazmat Response Teams Conference will be held June 16-19\, 2016 in Baltimore\, Maryland. \nThe Hazmat Conference is a four-day event offering hands-on training across a range of essential topics\, including: \n\nBiothreat response and sample collection\nIncident management best practices\nChemical and physical properties of hazardous materials\nRecognizing and responding to commercial explosive incidents\n\nPlease visit the IAFC Hazmat Response Teams Conference website for more information and registration.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/iafc-hazmat-2016/
LOCATION:Baltimore Hilton\, 401 West Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160616
DTSTAMP:20160803T043953Z
CREATED:20160317T220934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T043953Z
UID:14106-1465776000-1466035199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Preventing & Treating Biological Exposures
DESCRIPTION:The Eagleson Institute\, in partnership with the Elizabeth R. Griffin Research Foundation\, will host Preventing & Treating Biological Exposures – An Occupational Health Colloquium on June 13-15\, 2016 in Austin\, Texas. \nThis annual gathering brings together all those who help safeguard the health of biological laboratory workers in a highly interactive format that encourages sharing among the various disciplines involved. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nCRISPR – Risks and Exposure Recommendations\nInfectious Agents – A Case Study Based Interactive Session\nNew Guidelines for Viral Vector Research\nThe New Anthrax Vaccine\nCase Studies in Retroviral Vector Exposures\nSpecial Risk Situations in Research Animal Housing and Handling\nZika and other Diseases Transmitted by Mosquitos\n\nPlease visit the Eagleson Institute’s Preventing & Treating Biological Exposures event website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/preventing-treating-biological-exposures/
LOCATION:Eagleson Institute\, 161 Gate House Road\, Sanford\, ME\, 04073\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160611
DTSTAMP:20160803T045855Z
CREATED:20160105T224657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T045855Z
UID:13485-1465344000-1465603199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CBW Symposium 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 12th International Symposium on Protection Against Chemical and Biological Warfare Agents\, CBW Symposium 2016\, will be held June 8-10\, 2016 in Stockholm\, Sweden. \nThe symposium gathers stakeholders in chemical and biological defense from around the world to discuss the latest in threat mitigation practices\, policies and equipment. \nTopics cover the full spectrum of readiness and response considerations\, from threat surveillance and mobile response to decontamination and forensic analysis. \nDisaster medical management\, nonproliferation\, countermeasure development and long-term impact of threat agent exposure will also be highlighted. \nPlease visit FOI’s CBW Symposium 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbw-symposium/
LOCATION:Stockholmsmässan\, Mässvägen 1\, Älvsjö\, Sweden
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160609
DTSTAMP:20160722T175357Z
CREATED:20160317T191720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160722T175357Z
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SUMMARY:World Conference on Disaster Management
DESCRIPTION:The World Conference on Disaster Management will be held June 7-8\, 2016 in Toronto\, Canada. \nThe event draws professionals in emergency management\, business continuity\, disaster recovery\, risk management\, crisis communications emergency response\, and community resilience. \nHighlighted events and sessions include: \n\nThe Mysterious Respiratory Illness of 2015: Konkuk University\nBrazil’s Microcephaly Calamity: Blaming the ZIKA Virus\nEbola Field Lab Outbreak Teams: Challenges and Lessons Learned\nBuilding Local Networks Between Formal & Digital Responders\nEffective Whole Community Digital Communications Planning\nOperation Windshield and the Simplification of Emergency Management\nMass Care Planning for the Next Refugee Population Surge\nSocial Networks: Key to Effective Disaster Response in Africa\nDesigning A Model to Respond to Radiological and Nuclear Disaster\n\nPlease visit the World Conference on Disaster Management website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/world-conference-disaster-management-3/
LOCATION:International Centre\, 6900 Airport Road \, Mississauga\, Ontario\, L4V 1E8\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160610
DTSTAMP:20160722T175639Z
CREATED:20160317T182811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160722T175639Z
UID:14100-1465171200-1465516799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Emergency Management Higher Education Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The 18th Annual Emergency Management Higher Education Symposium will take place June 6-9\, 2016 in Emmitsburg\, Maryland. \nThe symposium brings together representatives of colleges and universities which have an existing hazard\, disaster\, emergency management (EM) program in place\, or are attempting to develop one. \nThis year’s theme is “Whole of Community-Talking About My Generation” – and features a generational panel discussion that spans millennial\, mid-level and seasoned academic\, practitioner and government perspectives followed by plenary dialogue to discover how to facilitate greater understanding across these outlooks in emergency management. \nThe symposium provides an environment to network with other academics\, gain exposure to successful programs and research\, learn about new resources and approaches\, and hear from practitioners and policy makers. \nSymposium workshops include: \n\nIntroduction to ArcGIS\,\nSurvey of HAZUS-MH\,\nHow to Teach Emergency Management\nEmergency Management Scholars Theory and Research Workshop\nCampus Resilience\, Readiness & CERT program implementation\nExercising Emergency Plans\nIntegrating Emergency Management Education into Your Institution\nAdding Critical Infrastructure Content to your Emergency Management Course\n\nPlease visit the Emergency Management Higher Education Symposium website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/emergency-management-higher-education-symposium/
LOCATION:Emergency Management Institute\, 16825 S Seton Ave\, Emmitsburg\, MD\, 21727\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160603
DTSTAMP:20160505T172108Z
CREATED:20160115T220430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T172108Z
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SUMMARY:CBRNe Convergence Asia 2016
DESCRIPTION:CBRNe Convergence Asia 2016 will be held June 1-2\, 2016 in Tokyo\, Japan. \nOrganized by CBRNe World\, the event features a 2-day congress of regional experts highlighting CBRNe defense best practices and technology solutions\, with a live demo on the morning of the second day. \nThe event has drawn regional support from the Tokyo Metropolitan Police and the Chemical School of the Ground Self Defence Force to ensure delegates are able to gain real-world insights into the workings of Japanese CBRN. \nPlease visit CBRNe World’s CBRNe Convergence Asia 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbrne-convergence-asia/
LOCATION:Tokyo Marriott Hotel\, 4-7-36\, Kitashinagawa\, Tokyo\, Shinagawa-ku\, 140-0001\, Japan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160531
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160603
DTSTAMP:20160309T183623Z
CREATED:20160309T183623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160309T183623Z
UID:14028-1464652800-1464911999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NCT CBRNe USA 2016
DESCRIPTION:IB Consultancy’s NCT CBRNe USA 2016 conference will be held May 29 – June 2\, 2016 in Washington\, D.C. \nThe event provides a forum for military\, government agencies\, civilian first responders and industry to discuss crucial challenges of CBRNe. \nThe Non-Conventional Threat (NTC) series is the leading CBRNe event series in the world\, globally established and known for prime regional CBRNe summits in Asia\, Asia-Pacific\, Europe\, and the Middle East. \nThis 2nd edition of USA event gathers leading subject-matter-experts and stakeholders in the field of chemical\, biological\, radiological\, nuclear\, and explosives (CBRNE) defense and security. \nPlenary speakers include Dr. Ronald Hann from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency\, discussing on-going efforts to enhance resilience against biological threats in the U.S. \nOther highlighted sessions include: \n\nProtecting The Warfighter: Stand-Off Protection and Medical Countermeasures\nInternational Lessons Learned in CBRNE Response and Organization\nDomestic Civil Support for Major CBRN Incidents\nConsequences Management for Critical Infrastructure and Urban Areas\nTerrorism\, Dirty Bombs\, Necessary Intel Solutions\n\nA life CBRNE Demonstration as well as a static equipment display are also planned for this year’s event. \nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT CBRNe 2016 website for more information and to register. \n 
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-cbrne-usa-2016/
LOCATION:Sheraton Pentagon City\, 900 S Orme St \, Arlington\, 22204\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160522
DTSTAMP:20160505T170412Z
CREATED:20160305T180025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T170412Z
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SUMMARY:Mayo Clinic Infectious Diseases Subspecialties Update
DESCRIPTION:The Mayo Clinic Infectious Diseases Subspecialties Update 2016 will be held May 18-21\, 2016 in Irving\, Texas. \nThis course focuses on an update in infectious diseases subspecialties\, providing a comprehensive review of infectious diseases that focuses on the clinical application of new developments. The course offers case-based presentations\, in-depth discussions and interactive sessions\, all geared to increase knowledge\, performance and patient outcomes. Attendees will leave with up-to-date\, practical information that can be applied immediately to their clinical practice. \nNon-tubercular mycobacteria\, antimicrobial stewardship\, immunocompromised hosts\, travel and tropical diseases\, infection control and prevention\, and difficult Staphylococcus aureus infections will be emphasized. \nPlease visit the Mayo Clinic Infectious Diseases Subspecialties Update 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/mayo-clinic-infectious-diseases-subspecialties-update/
LOCATION:Four Seasons Resort Dallas\, 4150 North MacArthur Boulevard\, Irving\, TX\, 75038\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160520
DTSTAMP:20160505T174833Z
CREATED:20160405T174104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T174833Z
UID:14442-1463443200-1463702399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Health Effects of Chernobyl
DESCRIPTION:The Health Effects of Chernobyl: Prediction and Actual Data 30 Years after the Accident conference will be held May 17-19\, 2016 in Obninsk\, Russia. \nThe event covers a broad range of radiological sciences: radiation biology and ecology\, radiation epidemiology and dosimetry\, radiation protection and safety\, as well as matters pertaining to radiation emergency medicine and public health. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nCoordination of international efforts to strengthen global radiation safety\nEcological effects of the Chernobyl accident and impact on the environment\nDosimetry methods used for assessing population and individual exposures\nBiodosimetry methods for individual dose assessment (cytogenetic\, molecular assays\, EPR\, OSL/TL\, retrospective dosimetry\, internal contamination assessment\, etc.)\nRadiation associated risks of cancer and non-cancer outcomes among cleanup workers and population\nPsychological\, social\, and ethical issues related to the accident and interventions in response and recovery periods\nMedical preparedness and response to radiation emergencies\nRisk communication strategy in emergencies and recovery\n\nPlease visit the Health Effects of Chernobyl conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/health-effects-chernobyl/
LOCATION:National Medical Research Radiological Center\, Korolev street\, 4\, Obninsk\, 249036\, Russian Federation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160520
DTSTAMP:20160505T180856Z
CREATED:20160205T190817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T180856Z
UID:14445-1463443200-1463702399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Vaccines + Therapeutics 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 14th Annual Vaccines and Therapeutics 2016 conference for biodefense\, antimicrobial resistance\, and emerging infectious diseases will be held May 17-19\, 2016 in Washington D.C. \nThe event will bring together government\, private company and other stakeholders from the U.S. and the rest of the world will discuss the future in the war against bioterrorism\, infectious disease threats and antimicrobial resistance and the importance of innovation in fighting back. \nThe conference will be preceded by the Symposium: Rapid Diagnostic Innovation and Preparedness for Public Health Threats on May 17\, 2016\, which will cover the latest ground-breaking research being conducted on infectious diseases\, AMR and pathways to regulatory approval. \nParticipating organizations include: \n\nBARDA\nBavarian Nordic\nCempra\nCenters for Disease Control\nDefense Threat Reduction Agency\nEmergent Biosolutions\nGeorge Washington University\nInfectious Diseases Society of America\nIntralytix\nJohns Hopkins University\nJPM Medical Countermeasures Systems\nMelinta Therapeutics\nNewLink Genetics\nNational Institute Health\nPublic Health England\nSanofi Pasteur\nSeres Therapeutics\nTexas Tech University\nS. Food and Drug Administration\nWalter Reed Army Institute of Research\n\nPlease visit Infocast’s Vaccines and Therapeutics 2016 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/vaccines-therapeutics-2016/
LOCATION:Almas Temple Club\, 1315 K St NW\, Washington D.C.\, DC\, 20005\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160520
DTSTAMP:20160505T171748Z
CREATED:20160305T181331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T171748Z
UID:14440-1463356800-1463702399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:USPHS 2016
DESCRIPTION:The 2016 USPHS Scientific and Training Symposium will be held May 16-19\, 2016 in Oklahoma City. \nDrawing together members of the U.S. Public Health Service\, the event offers more than 70 track presentations on best practices\, case studies\, emerging trends and the latest research in public health will be offered. \nHighlights include: \n\nAn overview of efforts to address the Zika virus\nKeynote by VADM Vivek H. Murthy\, M.D.\, M.B.A. U.S. Surgeon General\nKeynote by Karen DeSalvo\, M.D.\, DHHS Acting Assistant Secretary for Health\nPanels featuring leaders from Federal\, Tribal and State Health Agencies\nA full-day of profession-specific content for environmental health officers\, health services officers\, nurses\, pharmacists\, physicians\, scientists\, therapists and veterinarians\nContinuing education credits\nAn exhibit hall featuring more than 75 vendors\nMultiple opportunities to network\n\nPlease visit the USPHS 2016 Symposium website for more information and to register to attend.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/usphs-scientific-training-symposium/
LOCATION:Renaissance Oklahoma City Convention Center Hotel\, 10 North Broadway Avenue\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73102\, United States
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