The Biotech Humanitarian Award

The Biotech Humanitarian Award is given to an individual who, through their work in, or support of, biotechnology has begun to unlock its potential heal, fuel or feed the planet. The Award will honor research that aims to significantly reduce human suffering or enhance the human experience. The nominee’s work should clearly be seen as having a direct benefit to society. Additional consideration will be given to approaches that are at a turning point and may potentially have immeasurable influence.

The judging panel will evaluate nominees on the following criteria:

1. Impact on future generations
2. Impact on contemporary society
3. Contribution to the field of biotechnology
4. Level of innovation exhibited

Nominations
In order to be considered for the Biotech Humanitarian Award, an individual must be nominated via the online application on iambiotech.org. All nomination applications must be submitted by December 31, 2009.

http://iambiotech.org/humanitarian-award/

CDC Director: Vaccine Shortage Frustrating at GaBio, Morehouse Event Oct. 29

ATLANTA (MyFOX ATLANTA) - The director of the Centers for Disease Control admitted Wednesday that finding the H1N1 vaccine has been frustrating for many people.



Complete article at: http://www.myfoxatlanta.com/dpp/news/cdc_head%3A_vaccine_shortage_frustrating_102809
Reported By: Denise Dillon Edited By: Leigha Baugham

First Major Grant to Fund Laboratory Research Received by Gainesville State College

Gainesville State College (GSC) Awarded a $201,070 Grant from National Science Foundation

Gainesville, GA., September 17, 2009

The grant titled “Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI): Characterization of the Manganese Centers of Oxalate Oxidase from Ceriporipsis subvermispora, will integrate the excitement of laboratory-based scientific discovery into undergraduate education at GSC.

The grant is under the direction of Dr. Ellen Moomaw, GSC Assistant Professor of Chemistry and will advance the understanding of the relationship between protein structure and function while promoting teaching, learning, and training at GSC.

“This is the first major grant to fund laboratory research that GSC has received, and it brings GSC into a new relationship with the NSF,” said Moomaw, who has an extensive background as a research chemist. Moomaw worked in the private sector before returning to earn her PhD from the University of Florida and entering the teaching field.

The grant will provide funding over the next three years to study manganese centers of the enzyme oxalate oxidase. The grant funds will provide for supplies and several pieces of advanced instrumentation. Additionally, three to four GSC students will take part in research internships during each semester (including summer) of the next three years.

Read more at: http://www.n-georgia.com/gainesville-college-press-releases.html

Book your BIO Housing

Housing Is Now Open – Better Rates and Faster Service
For the 2010 BIO International Convention, we have been busy negotiating with Chicago so that you will find:

• More competitive hotel rates
• Faster online booking services
• Reasonable deposits
• Good group options
• More online resources

Please make sure you look for the Travel Planner’s seal when booking.
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The 2010 event has a full day of programming on Monday, May 3 with the Business Forum One-on-One Partnering and BIO Exhibition open Tuesday – Thursday. The closing networking event is Thursday evening.

Here are some helpful housing documents for your reference:
2010 Housing Map
Amenities and Exclusive BIO Incentives
Housing Rules and Regulation
Schedule of Events

In addition to great rates, here are some benefits* to booking with us:

• Discounts on spa services
• Free WiFi in hotel
• Free transportation to McCormick Place
• Free internet in your room
• Drawings for free hotel nights
• Complimentary breakfast

* Only available at some BIO hotels, see the amenity chart to learn more.Questions on individual reservations (9 rooms or less):Please contact us at 866-940-0941 (US/Canada) or +1-212-532-3895 (International)

Questions on group reservations (10 rooms or more):Please contact us at 866-940-0942 (US/Canada) or +1-212-532-9254 (International)

If you need to speak to our customer service team as you book your housing, we are available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am until 7:00 pm EST.

When VC Flows Again Will Your Company Be Ready to Cash In? Find Out Oct. 23

Is Recovery In Sight?
DATE: Friday, October 23, 2009
TIME: 7:30 am Registration/Breakfast. 8:00 am Program Begins
LOCATION: GTRI, 250 14th Street NW Atlanta, GA 30318
DIRECTIONS: http://www.gtri.gatech.edu/atlanta/conference-center
PARKING: Adjacent to building; Free
COST: Members - $20; Non-Members - $35; Students - $10
REGISTRATION: Online at http://www.gabio.org/ or Call 404-221-0617

The Friday, October 23, Georgia Bio special program will focus on the current state of Venture Capital investment nationally and in Georgia. Howard Palefsky, Managing Director of Montreux Equity Partners, will give an overview of the national VC investment climate in life sciences and medical devices. Mr. Palefsky has 37 years of experience as an entrepreneur, manager and investor in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.

Following Mr. Palefsky’s presentation, he will participate on a panel exploring venture capital investment trends locally with Kathy Harris of Noro-Moseley, Tom Weldon of The Innovation Facotory and Bill Dracos of PricewaterhouseCoopers. The panel will be moderated by AerovectRx CEO Tom Callaway, who also is a managing director in Georgia Venture Partners.

Congressman Nathan Deal Talks Healthcare Reform - Oct. 5

Join Georgia Bio for lunch, Oct. 5, 11:00 am – 1 pm, at 103 West to hear the latest developments in the Congressional healthcare reform debate from Georgia Congressman Nathan Deal.

U.S Representative Nathan Deal (R-Ga.) is a member of the Committee on Energy and Commerce. This Committee regulates Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection; the Environment; Telecommunications and the Internet; Energy and Air Quality; and Health, as well as Oversight and Investigations. As a member of this Committee, Congressman Deal serves as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Health, overseeing legislation, hearings and markups for all legislative areas under the committee's jurisdiction. From the Food and Drug Administration and medical research to the Medicaid and Medicare programs, the subcommittee on Health has jurisdiction over many critical issues affecting America's public and private health sectors.

Congressman Deal also has announced he is a candidate for the Republican nomination for Governor of Georgia in 2010. Learn more about Congressman Deal at: http://www.house.gov/deal/

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BIO 2010 Call for Sessions is Open: Sept. 10 Deadline

Picture Yourself at the Podium - Start Generating Your Session Ideas Today. When you speak at BIO, you are positioned to gain credibility and further establish yourself as an industry thought leader in front of thousands.

Start the Process Here.

We welcome breakout session proposals from biotechnology industry experts, policy leaders, analysts, academics and other thought leaders. Our program covers relevant topics that showcase biotechnology's role in healing, fueling, and feeding the world.

Join a blend of professionals by submitting your own compelling session topic by Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 5pm EST using our online submission tool.

Submit Your Session Topic Here