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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150328
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SUMMARY:ASBMB 2015
DESCRIPTION:The ASBMB 2015 conference will be held March 28 – April 1\, 2015 in Boston\, MA. \nThe American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) annual meeting program is comprised of 13 scientific themes.  Each theme includes four symposia\, one scheduled each day of the meeting.  This “meeting within a meeting” approach provides attendees daily presentations and poster sessions in their core research area\, as well as time to attend sessions in related fields or new areas of interest. \nOther programming focuses on the Society’s efforts to raise awareness of current policy debates and concerns surrounding research funding\, research and health disparities in minority populations\, science outreach to the broader public\, and current topics in BMB education. \nPlease visit the ASBMB 2015 website for more details and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/asbmb-2015/
LOCATION:Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC)\, 415 Summer St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150327
DTSTAMP:20141117T201904Z
CREATED:20141117T201904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T201904Z
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SUMMARY:Superbugs & Superdrugs
DESCRIPTION:SMi will host the 2015 Superbugs & Superdrugs conference on March 25-26\, 2015 in London\, United Kingdom. \nThe event takes a holistic look at the issues and aims to equip delegates to take on the challenges of conserving the effectiveness of existing antibacterial drugs\, developing new ones and tackling biosecurity and Ebola threats. \nBringing in voices from pharma\, academia\, government\, regulatory perspectives\, consultants and funding bodies this conference is the ideal meeting place to share the latest updates\, case studies and strategies to seize the opportunities ahead and usher in the next generation of superdrugs. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nRichard Bax\, Senior Partner\, TranScrip Partners – CHAIR FOR 2015\nJorge Mestre-Ferrandiz\, Director of Consulting\, Office of Health Economics (OHE)\nShiva Dustdar\, Head of Research\, Development and Innovation Advisory\, European Investment Bank (EIB)\nDomingo Gargallo-Viola\, CSO\, ABAC Therapeutics\nFiona Marston\, Chief Executive\, Absynth Biologics\nColin J Suckling\, Research Professor of Chemistry\, University of Strathclyde\nDavid Findlay\, Commercial Director of II-ID Global Franchise\, GSK\nWilliam Weiss\, Director of Pre-Clinical Services\, University of North Texas Health Science Center\n\nPlease visit SMi’s Superbugs & Superdrugs conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/superbugs-superdrugs/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Regents Park\, Carburton Street\, London\, W1W 5EE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150327
DTSTAMP:20141122T184136Z
CREATED:20141119T195630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141122T184136Z
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SUMMARY:PERRC 2015
DESCRIPTION:The PERRC 2015 conference will take place March 24-26\, 2015 in Orlando\, Florida. \nThe 2015 Preparedness\, Emergency Response\, and Recovery Consortium and Exposition (PERRC) is sponsored by the Chesapeake Health Education Program\, Inc (CHEP). \nThe goal of the consortium is to bring together healthcare\, medical\, public health and volunteer emergency management personnel involved in disaster recovery and response efforts representing the governmental\, public and private sectors to discuss shared practices in preparedness\, mitigation\, response and recovery. \nSubject matter experts present interactive forums\, sharing lessons learned during times of response and recovery in emergencies\, affecting community and healthcare infrastructure\, as well as discuss best practices in planning and mitigation. Focus is placed on coordination and collaboration between the various organizations and stakeholders contributing to disaster preparedness\, healthcare response\, rescue and evacuation\, sheltering in place\, and recovery operations \nConsortium Goals \n\nProvide the most up to date disaster preparedness\, response and recovery training for all attendees.\nRecognize practice gaps\, identify changes in practice outcomes and provide better standards of care to disaster victims.\nObtain / renew critical hands-on skills which will improve essential responder skills as well as improve response integration capabilities\, effectiveness\, communication and coordination of partner agencies and responders at the local\, state\, Tribal level.\nProvide opportunities for the exchange of ideas and the development of partnerships within every level of mitigation\, response\, and recovery.\nFocus on a comprehensive all hazards approach\n\nPlease visit the PERRC 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/perrc-2015/
LOCATION:Caribe Royale\, 8101 World Center Drive\, Orlando\, 32821\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150326
DTSTAMP:20141117T191603Z
CREATED:20141117T190930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T191603Z
UID:10237-1427068800-1427327999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Warfighter Medical Research\, Development and Acquisition
DESCRIPTION:The Warfighter Medical Research\, Development and Acquisition Conference will be held March 23-25\, 2014 in Hyattsville\, Maryland. \nThe conference is co-hosted by the US Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC) and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA). \nThis event is an opportunity for science and industry representatives to learn more about USAMRMC’s missions\, programs and gap areas and to better understand the process within which USAMRMC operates. \nHighlighted conference topics include: \n\nPreventive Medicines and Vaccinations\nMilitary Infectious Diseases Research Program\nCombat Casualty Care Research Program\nMilitary Operations Medicine Research Program\nClinical and Rehabilitive Medicine Research Program\nBlast Injury Research Program\nJoint Trauma Analysis and Prevention of Injury in Combat\n\nPlease visit NDIA’s Medical Research\, Development and Acquisition in Support of the Warfighter conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/warfighter-medical-research-development-acquisition/
LOCATION:College Park Marriott\, 3501 University Blvd East\, Hyattsville\, MD\, 20783\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150327
DTSTAMP:20141117T230544Z
CREATED:20141117T230544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T230544Z
UID:10264-1426982400-1427414399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Society of Toxicology 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Society of Toxicology: 54th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo 2015 will take place March 22-26\, 2015 in San Diego\, CA. \nThe SOT Annual Meeting features a broad range of scientific sessions and a thematic program that provides participants with the opportunity to deepen their knowledge in topical areas and interact with leaders in their respective disciplines. The scientific program includes a Plenary Session\, the MRC Lecture\, Symposia\, Workshops\, Roundtable discussions\, Informational Sessions\, and Regional Interest Sessions\, as well as Platform and Poster Sessions. The Society anticipates that more than 6\,500 toxicologists from more than 50 countries will attend. The SOT Annual Meeting also includes the ToxExpo\, which features 350 exhibitors showcasing products\, services\, and technology to benefit the toxicology community. Exhibitors also have the opportunity to demonstrate their products and educate attendees about their services via Exhibitor-Hosted Sessions throughout the week. \nPlease visit Society of Toxicology’s 54th Annual Meeting and ToxExpo for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/sot-society-toxicology-annual-meeting-toxexpo-2015/
LOCATION:San Diego Convention Center\, 111 West Harbor Drive\, San Diego\, CA 92101\, 92101\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150323
DTSTAMP:20141117T195651Z
CREATED:20141117T195651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T195651Z
UID:10244-1426896000-1427068799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Fire-Rescue Med 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Fire-Rescue Med 2015 conference and exhibition will be held March 21-22\, 2015 in Henderson\, Nevada. \nFire-Rescue Med is a unique and stimulating experience for fire-based EMS leaders across the country. The event tackles the tough issues and keeps you in-the-know when it comes to today’s most pressing issues. \nWho should attend Fire-Rescue Med 2015: \n\nEMS Chiefs/Directors\nEMS Officers\nEMS Providers\nFire Chiefs/Commissioners\nParamedics\nEmergency Medical Technicians\nFirefighters\nEmergency Managers\nCompany-Level Officers\n\nThe Fire-Rescue Med exhibit hall provides a great place to learn about innovation products in EMS. Attendees can speak with vendors\, discover new products\, and see the latest equipment enhancements. \nPlease visit the Fire-Rescue Med 2015 conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/fire-rescue-med-2015/
LOCATION:Green Valley Ranch\, 2300 Paseo Verde Pkwy\, Henderson\, NV\, 89052\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150319
DTSTAMP:20141113T025313Z
CREATED:20141113T025205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141113T025313Z
UID:10153-1426550400-1426723199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Point-of-Care Diagnostics 2015
DESCRIPTION:Select Biosciences’ Point-of-Care Diagnostics 2015 conference will be held March 17-18\, 2015 in Berlin\, Germany. \nThis 3rd annual conference will highlight the wide range of cutting edge research being conducted using point of care diagnostics. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nNicole Pamme\, Professor\, The University of Hull\nTill Bachmann\, Reader\, Personalised Medicine in Infectious Diseases\, University of Edinburgh\nPaul Collinson\, Consultant Chemical Pathologist\, St Georges Healthcare NHS Trust\nRichard Luxton\, Professor/Director\, University of the West of England\nKatherine McAllister\, Research Scientist\, Queens University Belfast\nMemed Duman\, Assistant Professor\, Hacettepe University\nRichard Murdock\, Biomedical Engineer\, USAF\nLizi Li\, Ph.D. candidate\, Monash University\n\nThe conference will be co-located with Microarray Technology\, Biodetection & Biosensors and Lab-on-a-Chip & Microfulidics events. Registered delegates will have unrestricted access to all co-located meetings. \nPlease visit SelectBio’s Point-of-Care Diagnostics conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/point-care-diagnostics-2015/
LOCATION:Estrel Berlin\, Sonnenallee 225\, Berlin\, 12057\, Germany
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150319
DTSTAMP:20141113T022747Z
CREATED:20141113T022747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141113T022747Z
UID:10149-1426550400-1426723199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Biodetection & Biosensors 2015
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Biodetection & Biosensors 2015 conference will be held March 17-18\, 2015 in Berlin\, Germany. \nThe conference focuses on next generation biosensors and biodetection techniques; nucleic acid diagnostic tests; and point of care and field ready pathogen detection. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nTill Bachmann\, Reader\, Personalized Medicine in Infectious Diseases\, University of Edinburgh\nChristian Reis\, Research Associate\, Fraunhofer IPA\nDuncan Sharp\, Senior Lecturer\, Leeds Metropolitan University\nJeff Newman\, Programme Director\, Advanced Biosciences\, Cranfield University\nJef Hooyberghs\, Project Manager\, Flemish Institute for Technological Research\nRoisin Owens\, Associate Professor\, Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Mines de St Etienne\nMaria Teresa Giardi\, Research Director\, Italian National Research Council Institute of of Crystallography\nMarketa Bockova\, Researcher\, Institute of Photonics and Electronics ASCR\nRoshanak Irannejad\, Postdoctoral Fellow\, University of California San Francisco\n\nThe conference will be co-located with Microarray Technology\, Point of Care Diagnostics and Lab-on-a-Chip & Microfulidics events. Registered delegates will have unrestricted access to all co-located meetings. \nPlease visit SelectBio’s Biodetection & Biosensors conference website for more information and to register. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the Biodetection & Biosensors conference.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/biodetection-biosensors-2015/
LOCATION:Estrel Berlin\, Sonnenallee 225\, Berlin\, 12057\, Germany
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150319
DTSTAMP:20150203T190341Z
CREATED:20141113T015520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150203T190341Z
UID:10146-1426464000-1426723199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CBRN Research & Innovation 2015
DESCRIPTION:The 1st International Scientific Conference on CBRN Research & Innovation will be held March 16-18\, 2015 in Antibes\, France. \nThis conference will give a unique opportunity for industry and users to meet researchers and establish or strengthen collaborative relationships. The primary goal of the event is to better enable adapted solutions to the users. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nDetection Technologies\nRemediation of Environmental Contamination\nNanotechnologies\, Microfluidic\, MEMS\nBiomarkers\nDecontamination\nProtection\nCombined CBRNe & Fire Protection\nEmergency Therapeutics\n\nThe event is co-organized by CEA\, DGA\, IRBA\, SDIS06 and University of Nice. Please visit the CBRN Research & Innovation 2015 conference website for more information and to register to attend. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the CBRN Research & Innovation Conference.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbrn-research-innovation-2015/
LOCATION:Antibes Juan-les-Pins Conference Center\, 60 chemin des Sables\, 06160\, France
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Nice":MAILTO:http://www.cbrn-conference.com/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150318
DTSTAMP:20150123T185942Z
CREATED:20141117T193212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150123T185942Z
UID:10240-1426464000-1426636799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Strategies Institute (DSI) will host the 3rd Annual Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium on March 16 – 17\, 2015 in Alexandria\, Virginia. \nDSI’s Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium is designed as an educational and training Town Hall forum\, where thought leaders and key policy-makers across military and civilian organizations can come together for actionable discussions and debate. \nThe symposium’s overall theme will focus on Advancing CBRN Response\, Defense & Technology Readiness for Joint CBRN Defense and the changing budget landscape for Joint CBRN Readiness\, technology and supporting Industry. \nHighlighted symposium topics include: \n\nMaintaining critical capabilities and competencies\, aligned with RDA priorities\, to rapidly develop\, test\, and field CBRN defensive capabilities\nOrganization of Data to Support Decision Making at Multiple Levels of Leadership\nMaintaining Biosurveillance Systems\nPublic Heath IT and interoperability with legacy healthcare\nWarfighter Protection and Reducing interference with operational platforms and communications\nAdvanced Threat Decontamination\n\nPlease visit DSI’s 2015 Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium conference website for more information and to register. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of the Joint Civil & DoD CBRN Symposium.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/joint-civil-dod-cbrn-symposium/
LOCATION:Mary M. Gates Learning Center\, 701 N. Fairfax St\, Alexandria\, VA\, 22314\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150317
DTSTAMP:20141119T202609Z
CREATED:20140908T185722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141119T202609Z
UID:10322-1426204800-1426550399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition
DESCRIPTION:The ASM Conference on Mechanism of Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition will take place March 13-16\, 2015 in Washington D.C. \nThe goal of this conference is to bring together groups of scientists interested in all aspects of interbacterial interactions and microbiological community development and maintenance. These groups\, which include microbiologists studying microbial social behaviors\, quorum sensing\, biofilm formation\, bacteriocin biology\, gene regulatory networks\, ecology\, evolution\, and Type 5 and Type 6 Secretion Systems\, have not typically been included in or attended the same conferences\, yet these scientists are studying the same\, or closely related\, microbial processes – just from different perspectives. \nPlease visit ASM’s ASM Conference on Mechanisms of Interbacterial Cooperation and Competition website for more information.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/interbacterial-cooperation-competition/
LOCATION:American Society for Microbiology Headquarters\, 1752 N Street\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150312
DTSTAMP:20141117T201157Z
CREATED:20141117T201157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T201157Z
UID:10246-1425859200-1426118399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Bio-Europe Spring 2015
DESCRIPTION:The 9th Annual International Partnering Conference Bio-Europe Spring 2015 will be held March 9-11\, 2015 in Paris\, France. \nBio-Europe Spring is the springtime counterpart to EBD Group’s flagship conference\, BIO-Europe\, and continues the tradition of providing life science companies with high caliber partnering opportunities. \nThe event enables delegates to efficiently identify\, meet and get partnerships started with companies across the life science value chain\, from large biotech and pharma companies to financiers and innovative start-ups. \nPlease visit the EBD Group’s Bio-Spring 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/bio-europe-spring-2015/
LOCATION:Mercure Paris Porte De Versailles Expo\, 36-38 Rue Du Moulin\, Vanves\, 92170\, France
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150306
DTSTAMP:20141114T222124Z
CREATED:20141114T222124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141114T222124Z
UID:10190-1425340800-1425599999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Global Security Asia 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Global Security Asia 2015 conference will take place March 3-5\, 2015 in Singapore. \nThe Global Security Asia 2015 Conference will be held concurrently with the Exhibition and will bring together leading experts and specialists in the fields of Counter Terrorism\, Internal State Security and Civil Defense. During the three days they will share their experiences\, knowledge and expertise to discuss and identify potential threats that Governments and security professionals are facing today. The Conference will discuss how national counter terrorism policies\, perspectives and strategies can stay ahead of the increasingly sophisticated threats and will analyze many of the security issues facing the region. \nPlease visit the Global Security Asia 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/global-security-asia-2015/
LOCATION:Suntec Singapore Convention Centre\, 1 Raffles Boulevard\, Suntec City\, 039593\, Singapore
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150307
DTSTAMP:20141202T015012Z
CREATED:20140902T002615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141202T015012Z
UID:10421-1425254400-1425686399@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Eagleson Institute Advanced Certification
DESCRIPTION:The Eagleson Institute Advanced Certification  course will take place March 2-6\, 2015 in Sanford\, Maine. \nGain in-depth information and refine practical skills needed to certify Class II Biological Safety Cabinets(BSCs) to the NSF/ANSI Standard 49. This five-day advanced-level\, personalized course teaches participants how to certify cabinets according to NSF/ANSI Standard 49. The subject matter is presented through a combination of lecture\, discussion\, problem-solving activities and certification labs. During the course\, each participant identifies his or her own weaknesses and receives additional instruction in those areas. Following the course\, participants are offered an opportunity to take the NSF written and practical exams on-site. Class size is limited. \nExpected Topics:: \n\nRefine existing knowledge in preparation to take the written and practical NSF exam.\nCurrent state of the art techniques for testing BSCs in accordance with Annex F of NSF/ANSI Standard 49\nApplication of other industry standards and guidelines to the of testing BSCs\nCurrent practices for the decontamination of BSCs\nBasics for trouble shooting BSCs\nAn understanding of the fundamentals on which the principals of bio containment are based (HEPA filtration\, airflow\, and biosafety principals)\n\nThis course is designed for: Certifiers\, industrial hygienists\, and safety officers desiring an in-depth course in certification. \nPrerequisite Completion of an introductory course in safety cabinets and one year of experience testing safety cabinets. \nPlease visit the Eagleson Institute’s Advanced Certification website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/eagleson-institute-advanced-certification/
LOCATION:DC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150301
DTSTAMP:20141119T212531Z
CREATED:20140819T192826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141119T212531Z
UID:10324-1424822400-1425167999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:EMS Today Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:The EMS Today Conference & Expo will take place February 25-28\, 2015 in Baltimore\, MD. \nEMS Today provides professionals with a valuable combination of progressive education\, developed by industry experts and JEMS contributors\, and the latest equipment from leading manufacturers. \nPlease visit the Pennwell/JEMS EMS Today Conference & Expo website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/ems-today-conference-expo/
LOCATION:Baltimore Convention Center\, 1 W Pratt St\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21201\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150228
DTSTAMP:20141114T215025Z
CREATED:20141114T213313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141114T215025Z
UID:10187-1424822400-1425081599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CBRNe Summit 2015
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual CBRNe Summit will be held February 25-27\, 2015 in Rome\, Italy. \nThe CBRNe Summit focuses on the threat of a CBRNe attack on urban population centers or infrastructure; mitigation factors; and response and forensic investigation of attacks. \nRepresentatives from the following organizations will speak at CBRNe Summit 2015: \n\nU.S. European Command\nDefense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)\nU.S. Department of Defense\nNATO EOD Centre of Excellence\nNATO JCBRN Defence Centre of Excellence\nWorld Health Organisation (WHO)\nCentral Directorate for Anti-Drug Services – DCSA\nMinistry of Interior\, Italy\nDirectorate General of Civil Security and Crisis Management\nMinistry of Interior\, France\nElusys Therapeutics\nOrganisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)\nKosovo Agency on Protection from Radiation and Nuclear Safety\nEmergent BioSolutions\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nMinistry of Health\, Italy\nNational Department of Public Health\nItalian Red Cross\nPolice National CBRN Centre\nNATO School\, Oberammergau\nFederal Agency for Defence Technology and Procurement\, Germany\nFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)\nNetherlands Forensics Institute\nPolice National CBRN Centre (PNCBRNC)\, UK\nPublic Health England\nObservatory on Security and CBRNe Defence (OSDIFE)\nCBRNe World\nIstituto Zooprogilattico Sperimentale of Puglia and Basilicata\, Italy\nInstitute for the Protection and Environmental Research (ISPRA)\, Italy\nInternational Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)\nSant’Antonio Hospital\, Italy\nUniversity of Hertfordshire\nNational Reference Laboratory for Bioterrorism\, Italy\nU.S. National Intelligence University\nUniversity College of Applied Sciences in Safety\, Croatia\n\nThis year’s event is officially supported by: \n\nNATO JCBRN Defence Centre of Excellence\nNATO EOD Centre of Excellence\nObservatory on Security and CBRNe Defence (OSDIFE)\nUniversity of Rome Tor Vergata\nUniversity of the Republic of San Marino\n\nPlease visit the Intelligence-Sec CBRNe Summit 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cbrne-summit-2015/
LOCATION:Hilton Rome Cavalieri\, Via Alberto Cadlolo 101\, Rome\, 00136\, Italy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150226
DTSTAMP:20141122T162017Z
CREATED:20141122T162017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141122T162017Z
UID:10355-1424822400-1424908799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:AHLS for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism
DESCRIPTION:The Advanced HAZMAT Life Support (AHLS) for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism continuing education course will be held February 25\, 2015 in Tucson\, Arizona. \nThis comprehensive training program provides critical skills that trains health care professionals how to identify what a person has been exposed to and how to treat patients exposed to radiological materials. \nPlease visit the AHLS Advanced HAZMAT Life Support for Radiological Incidents & Terrorism training website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/ahls-radiological-incidents-terrorism/
LOCATION:University of Arizona Department of Emergency Medicine\, 1607 N. Warren Ave\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85719\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150227
DTSTAMP:20141109T041649Z
CREATED:20141105T220003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141109T041649Z
UID:10010-1424649600-1424995199@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CROI 2015 - Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections
DESCRIPTION:The CROI 2015 – Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections conference will take place February 23-26 2015 in Seattle\,WA. \nThe annual Conference on Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) brings together top basic\, translational\, and clinical researchers from around the world to share the latest studies\, important developments\, and best research methods in the ongoing battle against HIV/AIDS and related infectious diseases. \nThe CROI Foundation has partnered with the International Antiviral Society–USA (IAS–USA) to sponsor the Conference. \nPlease visit the CROI 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/croi-2015-conference-retroviruses-opportunistic-infections/
LOCATION:Washington State Convention Center\, 800 Convention Pl\, Seattle\, WA\, 98101\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150226
DTSTAMP:20141107T230813Z
CREATED:20141107T230813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141107T230813Z
UID:10048-1424476800-1424908799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Rocky Mountain Conference on Emergency Medicine
DESCRIPTION:The Rocky Mountain Conference on Emergency Medicine\, will take place February 21-25\, 2015 in Breckenridge\, CO. \nThe conference has an updated curriculum which includes a broad spectrum of Emergency Medicine topics: \n\nBasic Trauma US Workshop with unique two projector etching center and rotating instructors\nAdvanced Trauma US Workshop covering everything from ocular to intussusception\nPediatric Critical Care Simulation Workshop with four functioning sim mannequins from infant to teenager\n\nDr. Amal Mattu from the University of Maryland as the Keynote Speaker: Chest Pain 2015: Time for new Paradigms? \nExpert faculty from the top emergency medicine training programs bring evidence-based\, cutting edge information. Lectures wrap up late morning so that you may have the day to enjoy all of the exciting activities on the mountain.  Late afternoon sessions accompanied by après-ski refreshments. \nPlease visit Rocky Mountain Conference on Emergency Medicine 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/rocky-mountain-conference-emergency-medicine/
LOCATION:The Village at Breckenridge\, 535 S. Park Avenue\, Breckenridge\, CO\, 80424\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150222
DTSTAMP:20141111T021043Z
CREATED:20141106T195909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141111T021043Z
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SUMMARY:AAFS 2015 - Forensic Sciences
DESCRIPTION:The AAFS 2015 – American Academy of Forensic Sciences conference will take place February 16-21\, 2015 in Orlando\, Florida. \nThis scientific meeting gathers together approximately 5\,000 world-renowned professionals to present the most current information\, research and updated in their fields.  More than 900 scientific papers\, seminars\, workshops and other special sessions are presented.  In addition\, approximately 180 exhibitors will present to showcase the cutting-edge technology and services of this ever-changing profession. \nPlease visit the AAFS 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/aafs-2015/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Orlando\,  9801 International Drive\, Orlando\, 32819\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150221
DTSTAMP:20141113T000610Z
CREATED:20141112T222753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141113T000610Z
UID:10136-1423958400-1424476799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:Molecular Med TRICON 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Molecular Med TRICON 2015 conference will take place February 15-20\, 2015 in San Francisco\, CA. \nThe 22nd International Molecular Medicine Tri-Conference focuses on Molecular Medicine\, focusing on Drug Discovery\, Genomics\, Diagnostics and Information Technology. Spanning six days this year\, the Tri-Conference includes an expanded program that includes 6 symposia\, over 20 short courses\, and 17 conference programs. \nHighlighted programs include: \n\nMolecular Diagnostics\nPersonalized Diagnostics\nPCR for Molecular Medicine\nGenomic Sample Prep and Biospecimen Science\nEpigenomics in Disease\nTranslational to Clinical R&D\nIntegrated Pharma Informatics & Data Science\nPoint-of-Care Diagnostics\n\nPlease visit Cambridge Healthtech Institute’s Molecular Med TRICON 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/molecular-med-tricon-2015/
LOCATION:Moscone North Convention Center\, 747 Howard Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94103\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150214
DTSTAMP:20141113T000306Z
CREATED:20141113T000306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141113T000306Z
UID:10141-1423699200-1423871999@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:NCT CBRNe Europe 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Non-Conventional Threat (NCT) CBRNe Europe will be held February 12 – 13\, 2015 in Brussels\, Belgium. \nIn its third year\, NCT CBRNe Europe brings together leading experts\, professionals and organizations relevant to European CBRN Defense. \nThe two-day conference will give an overview of current issues such as Ebola crisis management in Europe\, operational preparedness of European CBRN Defense Commands\, and security against potential dual-use technologies related to CBRN. \nA large exhibition will showcase the state of the art detection and recon technologies. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nLt Col Oliver Toderiska\, Commander\, CBRN Battalion\, Slovak Republic\nLt Col Bernd Allert\, Bundeswehr CBRN Defense Command\, Germany\nWolfgang Rudischhauser\, Head\, NATO WMD and Non-Proliferation Center\nSuperintendent Joris De Baerdemaeker\, Federal Judicial Police\, Belgium\nDr Emanuele Pianese\, Head of CBRN Fire Brigades\, Ministry of Interior\, Italy\nCpt Commander Tanguy du Bus de Warnaffe\, Head of Brussels Capital Emergency Planning & Head of Belgian Fire Officers Association\, Brussels Fire Brigade\, Belgium\nCpt Pascal Elskens\, Zaventem Fire Department\, Belgium\n\nPlease visit IB Consultancy’s NCT CBRNe Europe website for more information and to register. \nGlobal Biodefense is an official media partner of NCT CBRNe Europe.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/nct-cbrne-europe-2015/
LOCATION:Sheraton Brussels Hotel\, Place Rogier\, 3\, Brussels\, 1210\, Belgium
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150213
DTSTAMP:20141218T192712Z
CREATED:20140911T031539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141218T192712Z
UID:10112-1423526400-1423785599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:IDCE International Disaster Conference 2015
DESCRIPTION:The IDCE International Disaster Conference 2015 will take place February 10-12\, 2015 in New Orleans\, LA. \nThe goal of the IDCE is to unite public and private sector professionals from around the world for discussions regarding policy\, lessons learned\, best practices\, and forward thinking\, resulting in the mitigation of loss of life and property when catastrophic events occur. \nThe EXPO features internationally recognized and distinguished leaders presenting information which informs\, educates\, and shapes the policies and procedures governing the manner in which the world addresses man-made and natural disasters. Plenary sessions\, panel discussions\, round table meetings\, policy debates\, best practice reviews and peer group open table events engage and promote participation from all who attend. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nDr. Louisa E. Chapman MD\, MSPH\,Senior Medical Officer\, Epidemiologist\, Captain in the US Public Health Service\nNada Bakos\, Former Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) officer\n\nIDCE has a broad spectrum of industry perspectives including: \n\nHomeland Security\nEmergency Management\nEmergency Response\nDisaster Recovery\nBusiness Continuity\nResilience\nGlobal Security\nLarge Loss / Claims\n\nPlease visit IDCE International Disaster Conference & Expo 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/idce-international-disaster-conference/
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:20150209
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150212
DTSTAMP:20141111T015153Z
CREATED:20140908T210335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141111T015153Z
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SUMMARY:ASM Biodefense 2015
DESCRIPTION:The ASM Biodefense 2015 will take place February 9-11\, 2015 in Washington D.C. \nThe 2015 ASM Biodefense and Emerging Diseases Research Meeting will feature keynote sessions\, roundtable discussions\, focus sessions\, and plenary sessions that will present the latest findings for those carrying out the research to defend against the growing threats of bioterrorism and emerging infectious diseases. \nHighlighted topic sessions include: \n\nAlternate Careers in Biodefense: Expanding the Horizons\nAre Filoviruses Co-Evolving with Their Receptor\, Niemann-Pick C1\, in Bats?\nInfectious Disease Emergence and Re-Emergence Influenced by Conflict and Climate\nMicrobial Hackers: Pathogen Subversion of Host Cell Processes\nThe Devil is in the Details: Deep Sequencing of Viral Populations for Insight into Virus Evolution and Emergence\nBWAs in the Environment\nClinically Relevant Transmission of Microbes by Aerosols\nCoronaviruses: Molecular Biology and Pathogenesis\nCurrent Trends in Melioidosis and Glanders Vaccine Development\nDevelopment of Point of Care Diagnostics for Biodefense and Emerging Infectious Disease Needs\nEnd of the (Cell) Line: Microphysiological Systems for Biodefense Research\nGot to Eat and Run: Pathogen Subversion of Autophagy\nManipulation of Host Cell Death Pathways by Bacterial Pathogens\nMolecular Events During Bacterial Pathogenesis and Disease\n\nPlease visit ASM Biodefense website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/asm-biodefense-2015/
LOCATION:Washington Marriott Wardman Park\, 2660 Woodley Road NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20008\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150212
DTSTAMP:20141218T192808Z
CREATED:20141112T080112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141218T192808Z
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SUMMARY:SLAS 2015
DESCRIPTION:The SLAS 2015 Conference and Exhibition is scheduled for February 7-11\, 2015 in Washington D.C. \nThe Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS)  serves as host for the 4th annual SLAS 2015.  Approximately 5\,000 scientists\, academicians\, technology providers and business leaders are expected to attend. The conference will include an educational program focused on laboratory science and technology. The SLAS2015 Exhibition will host more than 300 leading companies from around the world\, showcasing the latest in laboratory technologies. \nSeven in-depth highlighted educational tracks are scheduled to be presented: \n\nAssay Development and Screening:  Cell-Based Assays for Biologics Drug Discovery\nAutomation and High-Throughput Technologies:  From Brackets to Body Parts – How 3D Printing is Changing the Way We Work\nBioanalytical Techniques:  Novel Acoustic Loading of a Mass Spectrometer – Towards Next Generation High-Throughput MS Screening\nBiomarker Discovery and Applications:  Biomarker Qualification at CDER\, FDA\nDrug Target Strategies:  Allosteric Stabilizers of Protein Structure for Gaucher’s Disease\nInformatics:  Real Time Predictive Modeling of Clinical Samples in Transit to Ensure Sample Viability\nMicro/Nano Technologies:  Digital Microfluid Immunocytochemistry in Single Cells (Disc)\n\nPlease visit the SLAS 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/slas-2015/
LOCATION:Walter E. Washington Convention Center\,  801 Mt Vernon Pl NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150208
DTSTAMP:20141111T023910Z
CREATED:20141106T221708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141111T023910Z
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SUMMARY:UC Davis Infectious Diseases Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 33rd Annual UC Davis Infectious Diseases Conference will take place February 6-7\, 2015 in Sacramento\, CA. \nThe event features laboratory exercises designed to simulate clinical experience with the use of the clinical microbiology laboratory and the management of cases seen in practice. \nWorkshop sessions for practical smaller group discussions are scheduled for a variety of clinical topics. \nThe University of California\, Davis\, Health System is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians attending the event. \nPlease visit  33rd Annual UC Davis Infectious Diseases Conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/33rd-uc-davis-infectious-diseases-conference/
LOCATION:Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Convention Center Sacramento\, 500 Leisure Lane\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95815\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150206
DTSTAMP:20141122T011446Z
CREATED:20141122T011320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141122T011446Z
UID:10354-1423094400-1423180799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:CTTSO APBI - Combating Terrorism
DESCRIPTION:The Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office (CTTSO) Advance Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI) will take place February 5\, 2015 in Washington\, D.C. \nThe APBI forecasts the CTTSO’s requirements anticipated for funding in Fiscal Year 2016 and advertised using a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)\, with the goal of facilitating rapid research and development\, advanced studies and technical innovation to meet mission requirements. \nPlease visit NDIA’s CTTSO APBI website for more information and to register to attend.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/cttso-apbi-combating-terrorism/
LOCATION:Ronald Reagan Building\, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave NW\, Washington D.C.\, 20004-3030\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150206
DTSTAMP:20141109T040720Z
CREATED:20140912T181054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141109T040720Z
UID:10043-1422835200-1423180799@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:USDA Biosafety & Biocontainment Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The USDA ARS 3rd International Biosafety & Biocontainment Symposium will take place February 2-5\, 2015 in Baltimore\, MD. \nThe Symposium will include pre-symposium courses and 2½ days of scientific presentations. There will also be exhibits showcasing the latest agricultural biosafety and biocontainment products and services. \nThe Symposium will consist of sessions covering a variety of topics with a focus on One Health. Keynote speakers will open the program on Tuesday and Wednesday. In addition\, you will have the opportunity to network with professionals from the biosafety and scientific research industries\, organizations\, and agencies. \nThe symposium expects 200+ attendees and over 30+ vendors showcasing the latest biosafety and biocontainment products and services. \nHighlighted speakers include: \n\nPaul Meechan\, PhD\, RBP\, CBSP\, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Atlanta\, GA\nStephen S. Morse\, PhD\, Columbia University Medical Center\, New York\, NY\nJoseph F. Annelli\, DVM\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, Riverdale\, MD\nCheryl Stroud\, DVM\, PhD\, One Health Commission\, Washington\, DC\nJill Rolland\, PhD\, U.S. Geological Survey\, Seattle\, WA\nJonathan Epstein\, DVM\, EcoHealth Alliance\, New York\, NY\nDarin Carroll\, PhD\, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, Atlanta\, GA\nJill Rolland\, PhD\, U.S. Geological Survey\, Seattle\, WA;\nJonathan Epstein\, DVM\, EcoHealth Alliance\, New York\, NY\n\nPlease visit USDA ARS 3rd International Biosafety & Biocontainment Symposium website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/usda-ars-3rd-biosafety-biocontainment-symposium/
LOCATION:Baltimore Hilton\, 401 West Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21202\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150130
DTSTAMP:20141116T152438Z
CREATED:20141116T152426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141116T152438Z
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SUMMARY:Bacteriophages 2015
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Society of Chemistry will host the Bacteriophages 2015 conference January 27-29\, 2015 in London. \nThis event will discuss the many roles of bacteriophages\, ranging from fundamental biological research to their use in medical and industrial biotechnologies. Topics will include uses of phages for therapeutics\, food manufacture\, delivery vectors\, drivers of microbiota structure reporters of microbiome diversity\, and their role on the environment \nHighlighted sessions include: \n\nEuropean implementation of bacteriophage therapy\nRegulation of replication of Shiga toxin-converting bacteriophages\nPhage recombination\nGMP manufacture of phages for clinical trial\n\nThis event has an open oral and poster session. Abstracts can be submitted on any subject related to Bacteriophages. \nPlease visit the Bacteriophages 2015 website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/bacteriophages-2015/
LOCATION:Cineworld: The O2\, Peninsula Square\, London\, SE10 0DX\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150129
DTSTAMP:20141116T160714Z
CREATED:20141116T160714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141116T160714Z
UID:10207-1422230400-1422489599@globalbiodefense.com
SUMMARY:IC2AR 2015 – Antibiotic Resistance
DESCRIPTION:The 1st Internacional Caparica Conference in Antibiotic Resistance will be held January 26-28\, 2015 in Caparica\, Portugal. \nThe conference will bring together researchers involved in antibiotic resistance prevention and control to examine the latest research on this public health crisis. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nEpidemiology of resistance in animal and zoonotic pathogens\nMobile elements containing resistance genes\nProteomics of antimicrobial resistance\nEmerging antimicrobial resistance mechanisms\nControl of resistant infections\nAntimicrobial resistance in animal pathogens and its exchange with humans\nOrganizing antibiotic surveillance\nPolicies to stimulate drug development and discovery\nAlternatives strategies to overcome the antimicrobial resistance\n\nPlease visit the Internacional Caparica Conference in Antibiotic Resistance website for more information and to register.
URL:https://globalbiodefense.com/event/ic2ar-2015-antibiotic-resistance/
LOCATION:Hotel Costa da Caparica\, Avenida General Humberto \, Costa da Caparica\, 2829-506\, Portugal
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